Ochsner Digital Medicine is set to collaborate with AlohaCare, a Hawaii-based health plan, in delivering cutting-edge digital medicine services to its members. Commencing from September 1, 2023, this strategic alliance will enable AlohaCare members to enroll in digital programs, aimed at enhancing their overall health and well-being.

Founded in 1994, AlohaCare is a community-driven, non-profit health plan established by Hawaii's community health centers. The plan is dedicated to serving around 80,000 Medicaid and 2,300 Medicare members, focusing on empowering its members through wellness promotion and facilitating access to top-tier healthcare.

Under this innovative partnership, Ochsner Digital Medicine will extend remote programs to AlohaCare members diagnosed with Hypertension and Type 2 diabetes. These programs employ remote patient management techniques using digital devices and personalized plans, encompassing medication management, lifestyle adjustments, progress monitoring, and motivational support. This comprehensive approach will aid AlohaCare members in achieving healthier lives. Each member will be assigned a licensed clinician and a dedicated health coach, working in tandem with their primary care provider.

Francoise Culley-Trotman, CEO of AlohaCare, highlighted the urgency of addressing prevalent health challenges, stating, "Diabetes is an epidemic in the United States and the same is true in Hawaii. Given the prevalence of hypertension and Type 2 diabetes across our island community, we are committed to giving AlohaCare members additional resources to monitor and manage their health. We look forward to collaborating with Ochsner to improve the quality of life and health in our communities."

Ochsner Health, renowned for its pioneering work in remote patient management, is a recognized leader in the field of digital medicine. Leveraging the expertise gained from its Digital Medicine programs, Ochsner aims to help individuals manage chronic conditions such as hypertension and Type 2 diabetes, resulting in enhanced health outcomes and reduced healthcare expenses. Impressively, 80% of participants enrolled in Ochsner's Digital Medicine programs achieve condition control within just six months.

Denise Basow, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at Ochsner Health, emphasized the program's efficacy in chronic condition management, stating, "The Ochsner Digital Medicine program successfully manages chronic conditions through our unique care team approach with a health coach and licensed clinicians assigned to each member. We are excited to bring this expertise and high-quality care to thousands of AlohaCare members through our digital platforms. We believe remote patient management is vital to effective management for members with these conditions, and this partnership reflects our ability to improve access and support members nationally."

 

Source: prnewswire.com

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