Brighton Health Plan Solutions Identifies Administrative Challenges in Self-Funded Plans
Brighton Health Plan Solutions (BHPS) has released its 2026 Self-Funded Health System Benefits Report, highlighting the administrative challenges faced by self-funded health plans. The report, based on surveys conducted in March 2026, reveals that while 92% of executives at self-funded health systems consider their employee health plans successful, there are significant administrative hurdles. Executives and employees differ in their perceptions of these challenges; executives cite privacy concerns, while employees are more concerned about unexpected out-of-pocket costs. The report indicates that 35% of executives are reconsidering the balance between domestic utilization and employee choice, and 54% emphasize the importance of administrative flexibility. Despite high satisfaction levels, only 54% of employees feel confident that plan decisions serve their best interests. 
