Humana, a leading health and well-being company, today introduced a new value-based care agreement with Thyme Care to provide comprehensive cancer care support for eligible Humana Medicare Advantage members. Value-based care is a holistic, patient-centered model designed to improve patient health outcomes and quality of life while helping to make healthcare more affordable and accessible.
Cancer is the second-leading cause of death in the United States, with devastating physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Humana’s collaboration with Thyme Care is designed to address these challenges through 24/7 virtual care navigation, data-driven insights that empower Care Teams to intervene early, and provider-led pharmacy interventions that reduce patient out-of-pocket costs. This proactive approach to cancer care minimizes care gaps, reduces costly and unnecessary expenditures, and supports patients while managing the complexities and costs of cancer care.
“Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a pivotal moment that requires the right care and support,” said Humana Medical Director Dr. Bryan Loy. “As a leader in value-based care, we are excited to team up with Thyme Care to ensure our members have access to comprehensive, high-touch oncology services.”
Humana Medicare Advantage members who are eligible for the program in Michigan, New York, Illinois, Indiana, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey now have access to Thyme Care’s suite of services. This includes:
- 24/7 virtual care navigation: Thyme Care’s dedicated Care Team, comprised of oncology nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, and resource specialists, provides clinical and non-clinical support in between appointments, including medication guidance and symptom management, urgent care support, chronic condition management, and access to palliative care support.
- Community support beyond the clinic: a localized team proactively identifies needs and connects members to community-based resources, including financial assistance, transportation to and from their appointments, food assistance, or access to stable housing.
- Care coordination between providers: Thyme Care coordinates seamlessly with a member’s oncologist, primary care physician, and other specialists to ensure everyone has the right information at the right time to make informed care decisions.
“Navigating a cancer diagnosis can feel like a maze for patients and their loved ones or caregivers. Between getting up to speed on their medical diagnosis to coordinating between specialists and learning to manage their symptoms and side effects, the experience can often feel lonely and isolating. Thyme Care surrounds patients with dedicated support to guide them through this journey, which aligns perfectly with Humana’s commitment to provide access to high-quality, patient-friendly care,” said Thyme Care President and Chief Operating Officer Brad Diephuis, MD. “We’re proud to work with Humana as they expand their value-based care strategy into oncology and bring comprehensive cancer support to more people who need these critical services.”
