NEW YORK, January 13, 2026 — WTW (NASDAQ: WTW), a major global advisory and solutions firm, has introduced its Health Transparency Optimizer. This new tool aims to increase clarity in healthcare pricing, helping employers better understand and manage their healthcare costs.
The Health Transparency Optimizer offers a complete view of healthcare expenses, tying together quality metrics and price transparency. It aims to help employers make informed decisions based on unbiased data, which can lead to improved healthcare outcomes and cost management strategies.
Here are some of the key features of the Health Transparency Optimizer:
- Access to negotiated prices for hospitals and healthcare providers.
- Information on the quality of facilities across various medical categories.
- Insights into hidden fees that often go unnoticed.
- Budget estimates tailored to each employer’s specific provider usage.
- An overview of centers of excellence and alternative healthcare networks in key markets.
- Analysis of various social, economic, and environmental factors affecting employee health.
“Health Transparency Optimizer provides a clear way for employers to make data-driven choices that enhance health outcomes,” says Elodie Olsen, FAA Intellectual Capital Leader, Health & Benefits.
Elodie Olsen emphasizes the challenges employers face with conventional methods. Often, they work with incomplete data and miss hidden costs, which can lead to poor choices in selecting network partners. With the Health Transparency Optimizer, employers can now enjoy improved clarity and make better decisions that benefit their workforce.
According to a recent survey by the National Business Group on Health, nearly 70% of employers expressed concerns over rising healthcare costs and lack of transparency in pricing. This tool aims to address these issues, providing essential insights to empower employers in their decision-making processes.
The focus on transparency in healthcare costs isn’t new. Historical attempts at pricing clarity faced hurdles due to fragmented data sources. However, advancements in technology and data analysis now allow for better integration and understanding of costs, providing a much-needed evolution in how companies approach healthcare benefits.
In a landscape where the demand for healthcare transparency continues to grow, WTW’s new solution stands out as a promising step forward. By equipping employers with the necessary tools to navigate the complexities of healthcare expenses, it paves the way for smarter and more responsible business decisions.
For additional context, the [National Business Group on Health](https://www.nghc.org/) provides updates on industry trends and health benefit strategies.
