03/09/2026
Health plans and PBMs are entering Staffing Crisis 2.0. The first wave was about workforce disruption. The second wave is structural: more regulatory complexity, more administrative work, and fewer operational resources.
Teams are being asked to deliver:
• Faster turnaround times
• Higher audit readiness
• Better member and provider experiences
All with tighter staffing.
Forward-looking organizations are responding by redesigning workflows and using AI to reduce administrative burden while preserving clinical oversight. This week's Strategic Insights post provides tips and insights on this emerging strategy. Link in comments.