Gifthealth and United Digestive partner for enhanced GI care access
Gifthealth has announced a strategic partnership with United Digestive, a leading practice management organization for gastroenterology. This is to enhance patient access and improve preparation processes for gastrointestinal procedures.
As a result of this collaboration, Gifthealth becomes the exclusive patient adherence and education platform for United Digestive, marking a significant expansion for the company, which now covers over 25% of gastroenterologists nationwide.
The companies said that this partnership uses Gifthealth’s technology and pharmacy services to help ensure that patients receive the medications they need promptly and efficiently while streamlining access to educational support on using these treatments.
Gifthealth says its platform has demonstrated success in optimizing patient access, and practices utilizing the platform typically report a 17-25% increase in provider productivity when fully engaged. Another aim is to extend these benefits throughout United Digestive’s network of more than 200 healthcare providers across 80 US locations, making it easier for patients to prepare for and comply with procedural requirements.
Enhancing patient care and efficiency
Gifthealth’s platform is designed to simplify the patient experience, making medication adherence and care processes as seamless as possible. By integrating Gifthealth’s technology, patients undergoing gastrointestinal procedures will benefit from enhanced support throughout their treatment journey. The platform ensures that patients receive necessary bowel preparation regimens without delays or complications, eliminating common barriers associated with obtaining and using these medications. Patients receive reminders and access to support from Gifthealth’s dedicated team, which focuses on both patient adherence and access to the lowest available medication costs.
The companies say that United Digestive’s integrated approach to gastroenterology care management has established it as a trusted partner for both physicians and patients.
A comprehensive patient journey
Gifthealth says its technology platform offers patients an end-to-end experience, from the initial prescription to the procedure itself. Unlike many healthcare platforms that require app downloads, Gifthealth says its solution is designed for 'ease, offering user-friendly digital interactions without added technological requirements'. Patients can access information, set up reminders, and reach Gifthealth’s support team for any assistance they need, eliminating potential disruptions in care.
By partnering with United Digestive, Gifthealth is helping to streamline the colonoscopy preparation process and alleviate common obstacles patients face in obtaining their prescribed cleanse medications. This approach not only simplifies the medication process but also promotes better adherence to preparatory regimens, which is essential for optimal outcomes.
Commitment to quality and innovation
Gifthealth president John Romano said: “We are committed to making healthcare more accessible and efficient. Partnering with United Digestive allows us to extend our mission by providing patients with an easy and reliable way to access and adhere to their preparation regimens. We are excited to work together to improve the patient experience and support United Digestive in delivering top-notch care.”
Dr John Suh, chief medical officer at United Digestive, added: “Our partnership with Gifthealth represents a significant step forward in enhancing the quality of care we support. By leveraging Gifthealth’s innovative distribution model and technology platform, we can ensure patients have a seamless and supportive experience when preparing for their procedures. This collaboration underscores our commitment to adopting innovative solutions that benefit our patients.”
