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Five Sports Stars Partner with Real Time Pain Relief to Introduce Its New Pain Relief of Champions Series


For over 20 years, Real Time Pain Relief has made fast-acting pain relief lotions available to families across America.

“We’re proud to partner with each of these stars from the world of sports for our new Pain Relief of Champions Series,” said Meredith Wolfley, Director of Partnerships at Real Time Pain Relief.

Real Time Pain Relief, makers of the popular rub-on pain relief lotion and products, today announced it has partnered with five champions from the world of sports to introduce its new Champions Edition MAXX Pain Relief formula. Available now for a short time, fans can choose from the 4 oz bottle featuring World Champion Professional Bull Rider Mike Lee, NCAA Champion Basketball Player Phil Booth, NCAA Champion Basketball Player Kyle Guy, Professional Bass Fisherman Josh Shirley or Professional Entertainer Matt Merritt. Each Limited-Edition bottle includes special pricing – one 4 oz bottle for $20 or two 4 oz bottles and free USA shipping for $39.95.

“We’re proud to partner with each of these stars from the world of sports for our new Pain Relief of Champions Series,” said Meredith Wolfley, Director of Partnerships at Real Time Pain Relief. “Whether its bull riding, basketball or fishing, as top athletes they know what it’s like to have backaches, muscle strains, sprains, bruises and cramps. Mike, Phil, Kyle, Josh and Matt are true champions in their respective sports and also use MAXX Pain Relief formula for their own relief. We’re excited to have them join the Real Time Pain Relief team and know their fans will love getting Pain Relief You Can Trust® from a brand that has been helping Americans for over 20 years.”

MAXX Pain Relief Cream doesn’t contain any harsh ingredients like parabens, dyes, sodium lauryl sulfate, GMOs, NSAIDs and acetaminophen. It’s non-greasy, great-smelling formula contains 1.5% menthol. It’s also infused with 18 of nature’s ingredients Menthol (active ingredient), Peppermint Oil, Aloe Vera, Arnica, Capsicum, Chondroitin, Emu oil, Glucosamine, MSM, Willow Bark, Witch Hazel, Calendula, St John’s Wort/ Hypericum Perforatum , Coriander Fruit Oil, German Chamomile, Roman Chamomile, Tilia Cordata (Lime Tree) and Centaurea Cyanus. The peppermint oil provides a fresh, minty aroma that isn’t medicinal and the cream is quick-absorbing and non-greasy. The MAXX Pain Relief formula, and all Real Time Pain Relief Products, are never tested on animals. Real Time Pain Relief proudly manufacturers and packages all products in the heartland of America.

About Real Time Pain Relief (RTPR)

For over 20 years, Real Time Pain Relief has made fast-acting pain relief lotions available to families across America. In 2019, RTPR partnered with legendary champion George Foreman to launch its most powerful pain relief solution ever – George Foreman’s Knockout FormulaTM. Infused with over 50 of nature’s ingredients and free of NSAIDs, acetaminophen, parabens, SLS, and artificial dyes, Real Time Pain Relief formulas contain the recipe for success. Simply rub it on, and the pain is gone. For pain relief you can trust, choose Real Time Pain Relief. Real Time Pain Relief is an FDA registered OTC, pain relief product. Visit rtpr.com to learn more about Real Time Pain Relief.

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Delivering Transcriptions in a Culture of Confidentiality and Security


TranscriptionWing has successfully thrived as a trusted transcriptions provider over the years because we have always actively sought improvements in ensuring the security and confidentiality of client information that we process.

In light of a recent report concerning security issues involving on-demand transcriptions provider Rev and their handling of customer data, secure transcriptions provider Civicom™ TranscriptionWing weighs in on the importance of the implementation of stringent security measures in multiple components and stages of the transcription process.

In an article published last week, OneZero reports that information from clients who request transcriptions from transcription service Rev are stored in a database accessible to tens of thousands of Rev transcribers. This database allegedly displays full names and business titles of customers and any Rev transcriber can listen to an audio or video file while it is unclaimed.

TranscriptionWing, Civicom’s transcribing unit, is a leading provider of accurate and secure transcriptions. In contrast to Rev’s practices, TranscriptionWing utilizes a proprietary transcription manager where transcripts and audio files can only be accessed by transcriptionists to whom they are assigned – a measure put in place to eliminate the risk of client data breach.

Anonymized recordings and transcripts are processed by a thoroughly vetted group of transcriptionists and editors who are required to sign confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements. Transcribers are provided with secure, encrypted laptops with restricted access to non-essential applications offline and online.

Completed transcripts are deleted from the transcriber access tool once a project has been finished and sent to the client via encrypted mail. Additionally, when transcripts and audio files are deleted, they are securely purged to remove artifacts as well as the possibility of recovery from the TranscriptionWing database. More information on TranscriptionWing’s retention policy can be found here.

Earlier this year, TranscriptionWing was confirmed compliant by an external auditor with the federally mandated standards of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and continues to be GDPR compliant.

“We have successfully thrived as a trusted transcriptions provider over the years because we have always actively sought improvements in ensuring the security and confidentiality of client information that we process,” said Francis Bilowan, Managing Editor of TranscriptionWing. “We have security and confidentiality measures in place to ensure our compliance to various regulations that formalizes our utmost regard for the privacy and security of our clients’ information.”

TranscriptionWing continues to remain vigilant in keeping its security standards up-to-date through continuous review and audit of internal processes and controls, with the aid of external consultants and specialized staff dedicated to safeguarding data.

For more information on TranscriptionWing’s privacy policy, click here.

About TranscriptionWing™

TranscriptionWing continues to deliver affordable and accurate transcriptions to all industry sectors, including market research, technology, finance, healthcare, as well as to legal, educational, and religious institutions. TranscriptionWing™ also specializes provides accurate transcriptions of conference calls in every sector, including earnings calls. Flexible turnaround options range from four hours to five days at rates that are as low as $1.29 per recorded minute. TranscriptionWing solutions also include automated voice-to-text transcription clean-up as well as InSummary, a meeting minutes summary service.

TranscriptionWing is a service of Civicom Inc., a global leader in proprietary audio conferencing technology, online meeting software, web technology tools, and superior recording capabilities. For more information, call +1-203-413-2414 or visit https://www.transcriptionwing.com.

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Jam Eleazar

TranscriptionWing™

jam@transcriptionwing.com

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The Rooted Alumni Program Promises Clients Long-Term Recovery


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We want to reinvigorate those good feelings that treatment creates and continue to generate hope in each of our clients’ lives.

Promises Behavioral Health, a leading provider of addiction and mental health treatment, has developed an alumni program to help clients stay on track with their recovery after initial care. The Rooted alumni program will be a part of all 10 of the Promises facilities at no extra cost to their clients.

The Rooted alumni program was created with the understanding that clients need continued support after treatment. This program gives clients that support by providing continued check-ins with facility alumni coordinators and essential resources for addiction and mental health recovery. Each facility also hosts weekly, on-site alumni meetings, sober group outings, community volunteer opportunities and homecoming events; all in an effort to boost social engagement and provide an outlet to share stories of success and struggle. By bridging the gap after treatment, clients can return to their recovery roots and find hope during difficult times.

“This program is so important for maintaining peer to peer connection,” says Patrick Custer, National Director of Alumni with Promises Behavioral Health. “We want to reinvigorate those good feelings that treatment creates and continue to generate hope in each of our clients’ lives.”

The Rooted alumni program will be offered to all clients who complete their treatment plan within the Promises Behavioral Health family of facilities. This program will benefit clients by giving them the tools to maintain long-term recovery results and will provide fellowship opportunities which are a proven factor in life-long sobriety. Research indicates that a mixture of behavioral health treatment, sober housing options, and “life-affirming” alumni services reduces relapse and psychiatric symptoms. In creating the Rooted alumni program, Promises Behavioral Health can deepen client to client relationships and provide hope for those struggling after treatment.

About Promises Behavioral Health

Promises Behavioral Health is a family of behavioral health programs with regional brands such as The Right Step, The Ranch, Promises and Clarity Way. The company currently operates facilities across Texas, Tennessee, Florida, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. Promises offers comprehensive, innovative treatment for substance abuse, sexual addiction, trauma, eating disorders, and other mental health disorders. Through its programs, the company is committed to delivering clinically sophisticated treatment that promotes permanent lifestyle change, not only for the patient but for the entire family network. For more information, please visit http://www.PromisesBehavioralHealth.com.

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Kia Forte Warranty Alternatives Available from autopom!


The Kia Forte is one of the most popular Kia models on the road. There are thousands of Kia Forte owners, yet a large portion of them do not have their vehicle protected by an extended vehicle warranty or Vehicle Protection Plan. autopom!, a Vehicle Protection Plan broker/seller in California, is seeking to change this.

autopom! is providing Kia drivers with Vehicle Protection Plans. Like a Kia warranty from a manufacturer or dealership, these protection plans help drivers cover the costs of unexpected repairs. They also include added benefits like roadside assistance, nationwide breakdown coverage, and repair shop choice.

“Drivers of used Kia Fortes are especially vulnerable and could benefit from the added protection and peace of mind,” explains Mike Jones, president and CEO of autopom!.

autopom! has high marks from review sites like BestCompany.com, TrustPilot.com, and Google Reviews.

Plan pricing varies by year/make/model and mileage. To learn more about extended warranty alternatives for Kia, request a free quote by visiting http://extended-vehicle-warranty.com/ or by calling 1.800.724.8141.

About autopom! autopom! is a BBB accredited, A+ rated marketer of vehicle protection plans offering vehicle service contracts in most states nationwide. In California, autopom! dba autopom! Insurance Services LLC (CA DOI Lic.#0I13220), sells mechanical breakdown insurance to California residents. When your original manufacturer warranty, extended auto warranty, or used car warranty is about to expire, autopom!’s team of licensed agents can help you find a protection plan designed to protect your vehicle and your budget. Learn more about autopom! and request a free quote by calling 1.800.724.8141 or by visiting http://extended-vehicle-warranty.com/.

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TalentGuard Focused on Growth with Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Financial Officer Hires


TalentGuard, the predictive people development SaaS platform today announced the addition of two experienced enterprise SaaS executives to its growing leadership team. Former SVP of Sales at SilkRoad Technology Sam Gillen joins as Chief Revenue Officer and former Director of the Startup Services Division at Bridgepoint Consulting Pete Pearson joins as Chief Financial Officer to help meet demand for its solutions.

Since their Series B funding, TalentGuard has been aggressively focused on revenue generation and exceeding financial targets. The pair of executives joins to continue TalentGuard’s growth and partner with more enterprise organizations in the year-end and beyond. To align with growing market opportunity, TalentGuard’s former CRO Luis Rivera takes on a new role as EVP Growth Markets and Strategy to oversee the company’s long-term value creation plan along with partnerships and alliances.

“With the addition of Sam and Pete and the promotion of Luis, TalentGuard is poised to continue its rapid growth,” said Linda Ginac, TalentGuard founder and CEO. “The collective experience and successful track records of these leaders will accelerate our mission to help organizations reinvigorate career management, improve the visibility of career paths and build skills in the talent pipeline.”

“TalentGuard’s mission and product are very easy to get behind,” said Gillen. “They have attracted the market’s most forward-thinking companies who understand the value of a solution like TalentGuard’s. The market opportunity, growth potential and product innovation TalentGuard brings offers a tremendous opportunity for transformation.”

“The TalentGuard team demonstrates the culture and passion of a successful business with strong financial aspirations,” said Pearson. “I am excited to work alongside Linda and the executive team to reach new growth targets and have a strong financial performing company.”

In his role as CRO, Gillen lead the revenue growth strategy across TalentGuard’s multi-channeled sales operation. Sam has 20+ years of experience in hiring, training, and managing high performing sales teams offering solutions to all functions of Human Resources. At SilkRoad, Sam helped grow the start-up to over 500 customers and $35M ARR in 10 years.

As CFO, Pearson responsible for the company’s financial functions including finance, accounting, audit, tax, treasury and investor relations. Pete brings 20+ years of varied experience in financial management, business leadership and corporate strategy.

About TalentGuard

TalentGuard, the Predictive People Development company, is a global provider of career pathing and talent management software. Our SaaS software uses machine learning to help employees take control of their own career growth, while giving their managers deep insights into their teams’ greatest strengths and areas of growth. It shows employees where they are within their organizations and recommends career paths. We show employees what skills they already have, what skills they need, and what level they should be at for their current or future role. TalentGuard is also seamlessly integrated with the broader HCM ecosystem.

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Delaware’s Syringe Services Program is Saving Lives and Taxpayer Dollars


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“It’s a huge deal because it translates into saving lives and over $107 million of State money on the cost of treatment for those who might otherwise have contracted HIV infections.”

One outcome of the opioid epidemic in Delaware has gone relatively unnoticed – the positive impact of the Syringe Services Program. Sharing used syringes increases the risk of contracting an infectious disease. Brandywine Counseling and Community Services is doing a lot to stop this from happening.

“Over 700,000 used syringes have been safely destroyed and exchanged for sterile ones, preventing the spread of infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS and Hep C,” said BCCS CEO Dr. Lynn Morrison. “That’s a huge deal because it translates into saving lives and over $107 million of State money on the cost of treatment for those who might otherwise have contracted HIV infections.”

BCCS takes the responsibility of running Delaware’s only (ever!) syringe services program (SSP). “We’ve grown from a small Wilmington-based program to Statewide,” said Prevention Program Manager Adam Smiley. “From the start, we’ve had a great relationship with the Division of Public Health, who has been behind us 100%.”

The initiative started as a direct ‘street outreach’ program in 1987 during the HIV epidemic before being written into law in 2007 as a 5-year pilot program, and made permanent in 2011. SSP now operates via two Winnebago vehicles driven to strategic community locations on a weekly basis across the State. Services include testing for HIV, HepC and pregnancy. Naloxone is distributed along with fentanyl testing strips, first aid kits, safer sex kits and condoms. All services are free of charge and no insurance is required.

In New Castle County, the RV visits several communities. In Wilmington: Hilltop, Eastside, West Center City, Eastlawn, Browntown, 11th Street Bridge, Southbridge and Brandywine Hills. In Kent County: Interfaith Mission, W. Division St., and S. DuPont Highway in Dover, and Harrington. In Sussex County: Rehoboth, Millsboro, Georgetown and Seaford. Stops are also made in Newark and Claymont. Check the BCCS website for the SSP schedule.

The SSP currently has 3,728 participants. Of those residents, more than 70 percent take part in treatment and other health-related services once they make the connection to the program — meaning there are ultimately fewer cases of HIV and clients get the help they need to transition to a healthier life. Since its inception, SSP has made 65,000 referrals to treatment programs, outpatient facilities and detox centers to help clients continue with their recovery.

According to Dr. Morrison, “The ultimate mission of BCCS is to help communities flourish. No one is turned away. We work with the entire population, because prevention and behavioral services do not, and cannot, differentiate between social classes. We just ask our neighbors to continue to support us and our efforts to eradicate opioid addiction and its devastating impact to the neighborhoods and families of Delaware.”

BCCS is a non-profit organization that offers accessible behavioral health resources to those impacted by substance abuse, mental health issues, HIV, and their related challenges. Programs include prevention, education, early intervention, treatment and justice-involved services.

To learn more about BCCS programs, call 302.656.2348 or visit http://www.brandywinecounseling.org.

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Microturbines Growing in Power and Value


The increase in unit production is attributable to the new, very small microturbines that are currently coming to market.

Defense and aerospace market intelligence firm Forecast International is projecting worldwide production of about 8,500 microturbine electrical power generation units from 2019-2028. The value of this production is $728 million in 2019 dollars. This is a significant increase over 2017’s projection of 3,821 units worth $569 million.

Reference to 2017 is important, as that was a pivotal year in the microturbine market. “The increase in unit production is attributable to the new, very small microturbines that are currently coming to market,” said Carter Palmer, microturbine analyst for FI.

Microturbines have generally grown in power output over the years, and that generally still holds. When microturbines started to become a significant market factor in 1999, the average unit on sale had a power output of about 35 kW. Ten years later, this had increased to approximately 100 kW and is now approaching 150 kW. “There is no indication that the trend of power increases is slowing,” Carter said.

There is also a trend developing in Europe of utilizing turbine technology in very small applications. There was a time when microturbines were too powerful for a private residence, but times are slowly changing. MTT’s EnerTwin produces 3.2 kW of electricity and 15.6 kW of thermal power, which puts the machine in a prime position to be utilized in smaller buildings. These new turbines change the forecast dramatically. From 2017’s projection to the outlook in the current analysis, unit production sees major growth.

These new small machines (e.g., MTT’s and Bladon’s products) might change the landscape somewhat, but previous trends still hold true: microturbines are becoming more powerful, more fuel options are becoming available, and Capstone is still the market leader in terms of value. The company is expected to garner $540.7 million in value of production during the forecast period, far more than the other competitors combined.

Today, microturbines are primarily used for remote power applications in the oil and gas (O&G) industry and for cooling, heating, and power (CHP) and combined CHP (CCHP) applications in the commercial, industrial, and residential high-rise markets. The success of Bladon’s 12-kW machine would add power in remote locations to the list. An increasing energy demand-supply gap, a rise in the adoption of low-emission power generation sources, and the need to generate power cost-efficiently are among the factors that will hold microturbines’ place in the market globally.

About Forecast International

Forecast International, Inc. is a leading provider of Market Intelligence and Consulting in the areas of aerospace, defense, power systems and military electronics. Based in Newtown, Conn., USA, the company specializes in long-range industry forecasts and market assessments used by strategic planners, marketing professionals, military organizations, and governments worldwide. Forecast International also maintains a high posture of situational awareness and geopolitical analysis.

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Ushio America Introduces New Compact Medium-Throw LED Follow Spot for Live Theatre or Stage


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Sai-500 LED Follow Spot

The 440W LED in the Sai-500 produces a high quality and powerful daylight white beam (5800K), and a CRI rating of 92 closely matches the color qualities of xenon.

Ushio America, Inc. introduces a new lightweight and portable medium-throw LED followspot for use in house of worship, school, ballroom, and medium-sized theatrical venues. Come see a live demonstration of the Sai-500 at LDI booth #1368 in Las Vegas, NV on November 22 -24.

In Japan, Sai means “beautiful color.” Our unique phosphors vividly and accurately reproduce the natural colors of skin tones, costumes, and backdrops as they were meant to be portrayed by the artists and designers. The 440W LED in the Sai-500 produces a high quality and powerful daylight white beam (5800K), and a CRI rating of 92 closely matches the color qualities of xenon.

The Sai-500 inherits the same design characteristics of balance, ergonomics, and superior functionality as our xenon powered followspots. Step-less electronic manual dimming via a conventional lever (patent pending) or DMX control via XLR connector, and an iris that closes to 100% are unique features of the Sai-500 that stand apart from competing and legacy followspots.

For more information on the Sai-500 LED followspot, visit http://www.ushio.com/entertainment/ or call 800.838.7446.

About Ushio America, Inc.

Ushio America, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of specialty lighting solutions based in Cypress, California. Established in 1967 as a subsidiary of Ushio Inc, in Tokyo, Japan, Ushio now carries over 2,500 Specialty and Architectural Lighting Products. Ushio offers a series of LED fixtures and replacement LED lamps for the entertainment market. Traditionally in the theatrical lighting market, Ushio has provided the highest reliability in halogen and high pressure xenon lamp technology, a tradition that continues in the era of solid state lighting. Please visit the Ushio booth at LDI to see the introduction of the Sai-500 LED followspot and the latest models of the Zylight LED F8 flat fresnel. For more information, visit http://www.ushio.com.

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Project Lifeline Community Partner, Researcher to be Honored at NACDS Foundation Dinner for Opioid Abuse Prevention Work


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There is no greater tribute to their work than to announce that the NACDS Foundation is expanding Project Lifeline to Allegheny County to help even more Pennsylvanians now, and to provide the framework model that can make a positive impact across the nation.

Project Lifeline – a community partnership and research program initiated by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation to address substance use disorder (SUD) – will take center stage at the upcoming NACDS Foundation Dinner.

Two individuals who have led to the program’s effectiveness in preventing and treating opioid abuse in Blair County, Pennsylvania, will receive the NACDS Foundation’s Excellence in Patient Care Award. At the same time, the NACDS Foundation is announcing that the program is expanding to Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County.

The NACDS Foundation will present the award to Janice L. Pringle, Ph.D., founder and director of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy Program Evaluation and Research Unit (PERU), and to Judy Rosser, executive director of Blair Drug and Alcohol Partnerships. The 21st Annual NACDS Foundation Dinner will be held December 4, 2019, at the Sheraton New York Times Square in New York City.

NACDS President Kathleen Jaeger said, “We look forward to honoring the community partnership and research of Dr. Janice Pringle and Judy Rosser. Their incredible work has helped to make a difference in Blair County and in the lives of those who have benefited from more than 4,000 screenings over the past year – in a way that seeks to remove the stigma of SUD while providing much-needed care. There is no greater tribute to their work than to announce that the NACDS Foundation is expanding Project Lifeline to Allegheny County to help even more Pennsylvanians now, and to provide the framework model that can make a positive impact across the nation.”

The awardees and their organizations, in partnership with local community pharmacies, set out in October 2018 to evaluate the sustainability and feasibility of the evidence-based practice known as SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment). SBIRT is a process designed to provide comprehensive care for a patient with, or at risk of developing, SUD.

In Project Lifeline, individuals with a schedule II opioid prescription are screened for opioid use disorder and SUD at the pharmacy. The results are used to provide the appropriate intervention or linkage to care. Patients are provided education and counseling, naloxone, immunizations, and HIV/Hepatitis C screenings and linkage to care, as appropriate. Project Lifeline has conducted over 4,200 SUD screenings over the past year and has distributed naloxone to over 300 patients.

Project Lifeline reflects the public-health and patient-outcomes focus of the NACDS Foundation, which funds evidence-based research, educational programs and philanthropic initiatives.

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization that pursues evidence-based research, and related medication management and educational initiatives, that benefit patients, improve outcomes and advance public health. For more information, please visit http://www.NACDSFoundation.org.

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Accresa partners with Paladina Health to bring scalable direct primary care to employer market


A growing number of employers are choosing innovative healthcare benefit models like direct primary care (DPC) to help reduce costs and improve the patient experience.

Accresa, a Dallas-based healthcare technology provider, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Paladina Health, a nationwide direct primary care provider delivering better health outcomes through a personalized, data-driven approach to primary care. Accresa’s proprietary payments technology will support Paladina Health’s growing footprint and make DPC more widely available and scalable for employer-sponsored health plans.

Employers seeking a solution to mitigate rising healthcare costs and provide their employees access to high quality healthcare through DPC frequently encounter barriers to adoption and expansion with the group health plan market.

“More than 60% of Americans rely on their employer to access and pay for healthcare benefits, but many of the systems that employers use today simply aren’t designed to support these types of emerging healthcare payment models,” said William Short, chief executive officer of Accresa and its parent company, Ameriflex.

The Accresa platform, which capitalizes on the company’s 20-year track record of developing payments technology for employer-sponsored health plans, delivers the administrative interface and payments mechanisms required to bridge the gap between employers and health systems and provider networks like Paladina Health. In addition to managing the complex payment and reconciliation processes between employers, employees, and a diverse clinical network (or networks), the Accresa system allows clinics and networks to easily affiliate with other healthcare providers and customize plan offerings in response to evolving employer needs.

“Partnering with forward-thinking organizations who share our vision of transforming healthcare will accelerate the changes needed to improve health outcomes and decrease medical costs,” said Chris Miller, chief executive officer, Paladina Health. “Accresa offers proprietary technology for employers to administer and grow a robust DPC benefit, and we look forward to working together so that more individuals and their families can experience the positive outcomes of this proven solution.”

“Paladina Health represents everything this model should be,” said Short. “It’s a privilege to put our technology to work to support the expansion of that model to more employers and employees nationwide.”

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