WellTheory Partners with Sentara Health Plans to Provide Autoimmune Care to Nearly One Million Members
WellTheory recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with Sentara Health Plans, offering dedicated autoimmune care to nearly one million members in Virginia and Florida. This collaboration marks WellTheory’s first deal with a payer, providing members access to a specialized care team for 12 months of personalized autoimmune care.
Key Benefits of the Partnership
Upon joining WellTheory’s platform, members can embark on a virtual care journey starting with root cause assessments to identify the underlying factors driving their autoimmune symptoms. By addressing these root causes, patients can reduce their reliance on symptomatic medications, decrease missed work days, and lower overall healthcare costs.
The dedicated care team, consisting of a licensed registered dietitian, a board-certified health coach, and a care coordinator, delivers a proprietary patient assessment to uncover each member’s specific symptom triggers. Personalized care plans are then created, offering one-on-one video visits, unlimited messaging, and access to digital tools for ongoing support.
Sentara’s members will receive insurance-covered, high-touch services for a six-month intensive phase followed by six months of maintenance support. This initiative aims to enhance outcomes for underserved communities and promote holistic healthcare solutions.
Expanding Access to Autoimmune Care
WellTheory launched its consumer platform in 2023 to cater to the 50 million Americans grappling with autoimmune diseases. The platform’s 12-week programs have shown significant improvements in symptoms such as fatigue and pain, leading to reduced ER visits, decreased medication reliance, and enhanced work productivity.
By forging partnerships with self-funded employers and payers, WellTheory seeks to broaden access to its platform and serve more autoimmune patients in need of specialized care. The company’s recent collaboration with Maven Clinic and the introduction of AI capabilities demonstrate its commitment to revolutionizing autoimmune care delivery.
Embracing AI for Improved Care
AI technology plays a pivotal role in deciphering inflammatory pathways that trigger autoimmune diseases. WellTheory’s AI-powered platform enables scalable, personalized care tailored to each member’s unique needs, paving the way for a smarter, more connected future of autoimmune care.
Final Thoughts
WellTheory’s partnership with Sentara Health Plans signifies a significant advancement in offering personalized autoimmune solutions to members navigating the complexities of autoimmune diseases. By addressing the root causes of symptoms and providing tailored care plans, this collaboration aims to enhance the quality of care for individuals with autoimmune conditions.
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