Improved health
The Advisor extends the firm’s deep expertise across self-funded employer health plans.
STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Upswing Health, a physician-founded musculoskeletal (MSK) AI-driven virtual orthopedics company, announced today that Announced the addition of two executives with specialized expertise. This is to enhance the advisory committee. Upswing Health’s virtual care platform was created by orthopedic surgeons and provides patients with instant access to care with AI-based symptom assessment screenings, on-demand consultations with certified athletic trainers, telehealth visits with the company’s orthopedic surgeons, and more . New advisory board members Dr. Brian Klepper and Doug Gainser are respected leaders advising Upswing Health on growth strategy, channel partner engagement, and building a deeper pipeline for business development. Join a group of experts.
New advisory board members
Dr. Brian Klepper
Dr. Brian Klepper is a highly accomplished leader in the healthcare industry specializing in self-funded employer benefits. Brian has a deep understanding of how to align self-funded health plans with high-performing healthcare providers like Upswing Health, and has helped organizations reduce healthcare costs while improving patient outcomes. . His expertise working with TPAs, consultants, and health plan networks has consistently driven significant savings for large self-funded groups. As an experienced entrepreneur and healthcare innovator, Brian is uniquely positioned to provide strategic insight and guidance to help organizations maximize value from cutting-edge healthcare solutions.
“The opportunity to engage with Upswing Health is a game-changer for self-funded benefits for employers. How leveraging the power of AI and collaborating with leading physicians will transform the way musculoskeletal care is delivered. We are very excited to see what we can bring to the table,” said Upswing Health Advisory Board member Klepper. “This means better outcomes for employees and significant cost savings for employers, two important goals in today’s healthcare environment.”
Doug Gainser
Doug Geinzer is an experienced entrepreneur and self-funded employer benefits expert with a track record of building and selling successful businesses across the healthcare, technology, and employment sectors. He works directly with self-funded health plans, third-party administrators (TPAs), consultants, and high-performance networks, often achieving significant savings on health care costs for large self-funded groups. I am. His expertise lies in optimizing health plans by connecting them with providers like Upswing Health who provide both quality care and cost efficiency.
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“I see great potential in Upswing Health. By integrating AI technology and the expertise of leading orthopedic surgeons, this approach can significantly improve outcomes while reducing unnecessary surgeries and procedures. ,” said Geinser, who serves on the Upswing Health Advisory Board. This means access to high-quality, personalized care that not only improves the patient experience but also reduces overall healthcare costs, making it a valuable asset in today’s evolving healthcare environment. ”
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“This is a pivotal time for employer self-funded benefits. Leveraging AI in conjunction with highly skilled physicians can transform musculoskeletal care, making treatments more effective for employees. This is an innovative approach that addresses both quality of care and financial sustainability, which are top priorities in modern healthcare. ,” said Jeff Hogan, chief advisor at Upswing Health. “Upswing Health is proud to welcome both Brian and Doug to our advisory board, expanding on Upswing’s deep expertise in the self-funded employee benefits space.”
Upswing Health has significantly improved the treatment of MSK injuries and symptoms, resulting in:
Lower costs: Upswing Health reduces MSK service utilization by 38%. Employers save an average of $1,100 per member engaged.
Improved access to care: Employees want to connect with Upswing Health orthopedic experts from anywhere whenever they or a loved one experiences pain. With Upswing’s AI-based injury assessment tool, you no longer have to worry about what’s wrong while you’re waiting to see a doctor.
Less time off from work: People no longer have to wait to see a doctor, run for an MRI, wait for a referral to find out what’s wrong, or wait for a way to start rehabilitation. Not only will you spend less money on medical care, but you will also have fewer work days wasted on doctor’s visits and lab visits.
About Upswing Health
Upswing Health is a healthcare company founded by orthopedic surgeons. Founded to address the waste and inefficiency of a multibillion-dollar crisis in America’s musculoskeletal (MSK) care by radically reinventing the delivery system for individuals and employers. The company will replace the current model that forces patients to struggle with time-consuming, inefficient and costly care choices. Upswing Health’s digital platform uses proprietary symptom assessment tools to replace a broken system with a better way, first directing patients to athletic trainer coaches and then to orthopedic surgeons as a virtual gateway to MSK care. I will guide you to. This resolves more than 80% of low and moderate acute cases. Patients with more complex symptoms are quickly prioritized. Patients remain in the Upswing Health ecosystem throughout their journey, from prevention to diagnosis to recovery. For more information about Upswing Health, please visit https://upswinghealth.com.
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