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Member StoriesJune 15, 20262 min read

When a Surgery Bill Dropped by $11,000.

A $20,000 surgery quote doesn't have to be the final number. It usually is — unless someone who knows the system is working it on the employee's behalf.

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An employee needed surgery quoted at $20K. SymplCare negotiated it down to $9K—saving the employer and eliminating employee costs. Here's how.

THE SITUATION

The Call HR Dreads

HR got a call they dread: an employee needed surgery and was anxious about what they'd have to pay out of pocket.

With 350+ employees across four locations, Todd Wenzel Automotive Group knew these situations well. And as a self-funded employer, the company would be responsible for a significant portion of the cost too.

The original quote was $20,000.

THE SOLUTION

SymplCare Steps In

HR reached out to our SymplCare team. By working with the employee and negotiating directly with providers, we found a path forward that brought the total cost down to $9,000.

That's an $11,000 reduction.

THE IMPACT

Why This Matters

This surgery represents what happens when employees have someone in their corner who knows how to navigate the healthcare system on their behalf.

When employees reach out to SymplCare, we do the legwork. We research pricing, negotiate with providers, and find alternatives when needed. The employee doesn't have to spend hours on the phone or worry about surprise bills.

And for self-funded employers like Todd Wenzel Automotive Group, these savings add up quickly. The money that would have gone toward inflated healthcare costs can now support other priorities.

NEXT STEPS

Let's Build Something Better

If this resonates, we'd be glad to set up a time to walk through what this could look like for your company.

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