What You Should Know:
– Upswing Health, the surgeon-founded virtual orthopedic care company, today announced a partnership with Hinge Health, a company dedicated to transforming the way that musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions are prevented and treated, while lowering costs and improving outcomes.
– This collaboration aims to provide an integrated care experience for clients utilizing both Hinge Health and Upswing Health. Hinge Health members, who also have access to Upswing Health, will be referred to Upswing Health’s team of experts who can rapidly assess whether acute injuries need ER attention or would benefit from meeting with an Upswing Health physician within 24 hours.
Upswing Health: Revolutionizing Musculoskeletal Care
Upswing Health, founded by orthopedic surgeons, aims to tackle the inefficiencies and high costs associated with musculoskeletal (MSK) care in America. This multi-billion-dollar crisis results from a fragmented delivery system that forces individuals to navigate time-consuming and costly care options. Upswing Health offers a radical reinvention of this system, benefiting both individuals and employers.
The company’s innovative digital platform utilizes a proprietary diagnostic tool, directing patients to a health coach as the initial point of contact for MSK care. This virtual front door approach ensures that injuries are managed effectively from the start, significantly reducing misdiagnosis rates and subsequent healthcare costs. This is particularly crucial as almost 40% of MSK injuries are initially misdiagnosed, leading to substantial financial waste and inefficiencies.
Upswing Health’s collaboration with Hinge Health enhances its offerings. Members who have access to Hinge Health are referred to its comprehensive and personalized digital MSK and exercise therapy program, further ensuring effective treatment and recovery.
The impact of MSK injuries extends beyond healthcare costs, contributing to an average of 360 million lost productivity days annually. By providing a virtual solution that efficiently addresses most low- and medium-acuity MSK injuries, Upswing Health helps employers save significantly while delivering exceptional medical care.
Employers typically spend up to $9,554 per episode to manage certain musculoskeletal conditions, excluding the costs associated with lost workdays. In contrast, the average cost of an Upswing Health episode is between $300 and $500 per injury. This cost-effective approach eliminates the need for time off from work, as patients do not require extensive office visits or laboratory tests.
Employees appreciate the convenience of connecting with Upswing Health professionals from anywhere at any time when they or a family member experience pain or an orthopedic injury. This immediate access to care reduces the need for unnecessary doctor visits and MRIs, saving both healthcare dollars and valuable workdays.
In summary, Upswing Health provides a valuable solution to the challenges of MSK care, offering lower costs, better access to care, and reduced time off from work. Through its virtual platform, the company ensures efficient and effective management of MSK injuries, ultimately benefiting both employers and employees.
“I am thrilled to announce our partnership with Hinge Health, a pioneer in virtual physical therapy,” said Dr. Jay Kimmel, CEO of Upswing Health. “Together, we aim to revolutionize care by combining Upswing Health’s acute care musculoskeletal (MSK) expertise and resources with Hinge Health’s personalized comprehensive care program to deliver a seamless end-to-end care experience and unparalleled patient outcomes.”
