Cylinder Health Study Shows 5:1 ROI for Employer GI Benefit Program

Event summary

  • Peer-reviewed study in The American Journal of Managed Care found Cylinder Health’s digestive health solution delivered a 5:1 ROI and 18% reduction in medical and pharmacy claim costs for Metro Nashville Public Schools employees.
  • Study followed 347 participants and 1,041 matched controls over one year, showing reduced emergency department and inpatient utilization.
  • Cylinder Health’s virtual-first model offers 24/7 clinical support, addressing access barriers like long wait times and referral delays.
  • Cylinder Health has served over 125,000 members across all 50 states.

The big picture

Cylinder Health’s study provides rare peer-reviewed validation for digital health solutions in employer settings, highlighting the potential for clinically grounded, proactive care to reduce costs and improve health outcomes. The findings come at a time when employers are seeking ways to control rising healthcare spend, particularly in high-cost categories like digestive health. Cylinder Health’s virtual-first model addresses critical access gaps, positioning it as a key player in the employer-aligned health benefits space.

What we're watching

Market Differentiation
Whether Cylinder Health can sustain its differentiation in a crowded digital health market through its multidisciplinary care approach.
Employer Adoption
The pace at which other employers adopt Cylinder Health’s model given the demonstrated ROI and cost savings.
Regulatory Validation
How peer-reviewed validation will impact Cylinder Health’s positioning and potential partnerships with health plans and larger employers.