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Workout Anytime Appoints Terri Harof New Director of Franchise Development

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ALPHARETTA, Ga. (PRWEB)

Terri Harof, Workout Anytime’s new Director of Franchise Development, is joining the fast-growing fitness brand following many years in both sports marketing and franchising. Harof even worked with the brand’s co-founder, John Quattrocchi, while running her own advertising agency. Harof feels her career has come full circle as an avid health and fitness enthusiast who has been teaching group fitness since her college days to her new position as the Director of Franchise Development. “I love the franchising space and I love the health club space,” said Harof. “When John approached me about the position, it felt like a great opportunity considering my passion for the industry and our professional history.”

Harof intends to use her experience to bolster the franchise expansion of the rapidly growing brand. Her hiring comes in tandem with Workout Anytime’s fortified franchising efforts and a new, limited-time offer for new franchisees. In celebration of its 20-year anniversary, Workout Anytime has reduced its franchise fee to $20,000 through the end of the year.

The brand has seen impressive franchise sales growth over the past five years and is increasing club membership numbers thanks to its all-access offering within a $31 billion fitness industry. Seventy-three percent of Workout Anytime franchisees are multi-unit owners, something that greatly appealed to Harof when she decided to join the team.

“We have 170-plus locations in 21 states, but there are so many amazing prospects for us across the country and internationally,” said Harof. “My goal is to get out there and target areas across the country that are underserved and that fit the demographic to continue our growth.”

Randy Trotter, Senior Vice President of Development, could not be more thrilled to see Harof join the Workout Anytime executive team. “Terri’s background in both fitness and marketing makes her a perfect fit for the Workout Anytime brand,” said Trotter. “It has been a thrill to watch her grow in the industry after working with John, too.”

“We’re going strong in the southeastern U.S., but I want people outside of that region to know that we’re absolutely interested in opening outside those markets if it makes sense for the brand,” Harof continued. Workout Anytime is currently looking for franchisees in target markets including Florida, southern Georgia, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas and Colorado.

Workout Anytime is committed to equipping its franchisees with extensive training and support to create the best experience possible for the clientele. Harof feels that a huge benefit to franchising with Workout Anytime is that franchisees don’t have to give up their careers to run a successful business. “We have a wide variety of franchisees who are still involved in their original business and they’ve been able to diversify by opening Workout Anytime,” said Harof.

Harof feels that the supportive executive team behind Workout Anytime is what takes the franchising experience above and beyond that of competitors. “Our franchisees are awesome; they’re passionate and incredibly knowledgeable. They love what they do and it’s so apparent thanks to the amazing corporate team behind it all,” Harof said. “The energy here is great. Our franchisees feel it and love it.“

“I’m so happy to be here,” said Harof. “This is an industry I love and the people I’m working with are incredible.”

ABOUT WORKOUT ANYTIME

Atlanta-based Workout Anytime is a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week fitness concept with 175+ units across the U.S. Founded by fitness veterans John Quattrocchi and Steve Strickland, the company was formed to provide members with first-class fitness facilities at the lowest cost possible, while delivering a profitable and affordable business model to franchisees. Built on the founders’ motto of, “think big, keep it simple and do it with integrity,” Workout Anytime is preparing for significant expansion into new territories by providing opportunities to business-minded entrepreneurs. Franchise opportunities are available and more information can be found on http://workoutanytime.com/.

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Pure Dental Health Welcomes Dr. David L. Nguyen to its Dunwoody, Georgia, Location

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I am so excited to become a part of this well-respected practice. My passion is helping patients achieve their dental goals. I’m looking forward to making people smile as a result of my dental work and chairside manner at Pure Dental Health, says Dr. David Nguyen


DUNWOODY, Ga. (PRWEB)

Dr. David Nguyen has recently joined Pure Dental Health’s Dunwoody, Georgia, location. Dr. Nguyen’s friendly personality and professional talent are a perfect fit for this thriving dental practice. Pure Dental Health is a modern, full-service facility providing high-quality dental care and amenities in a spa-like atmosphere. With convenient office locations in Atlanta and Dunwoody, Pure Dental Health’s highly skilled dentists specialize in all facets of dentistry, including general dentistry, advanced cosmetic procedures, dental implants, emergency dentistry and orthodontics. The professionals at Pure Dental Health in Dunwoody and Dr. Nguyen are committed to providing an exceptional dental experience for each patient.

“I am so excited to become a part of this well-respected practice. Dentistry is not only my career, but it’s also my hobby and doesn’t feel like work. My passion is helping patients achieve their dental goals. I’m looking forward to making people smile as a result of my dental work and chairside manner at Pure Dental Health,” says Dr. David Nguyen

More about Dr. David Nguyen

Dr. Nguyen grew up in Norcross, Georgia, and received a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences at Georgia State University. He attended the prestigious Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Dentistry and received his D.D.S. During his dental education, he took part in additional training in surgical implant placements with 3D guided dentistry. Dr. Nguyen has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education in cosmetic, prosthodontics, digital dentistry(CADCAM), endodontic(root canal therapy) and implant surgery (placement and restoration). Dr. Nguyen has spent his entire life working with his hands to create, repair and restore almost everything he touches. In his spare time, he enjoys automotive maintenance, cooking, home improvements and electronic repairs.

More about Pure Dental Health

Pure Dental Health delivers a wide range of dental services using state-of-the-art technology and techniques. In one place, patients can receive a routine cleaning, smile makeover, oral surgery or a full set of implant-supported dentures. The Atlanta/Buckhead office is located at 2285 Peachtree Road, and the Dunwoody office is located at 2390 Mount Vernon Road. Both include a team of talented dentists led Dr. Justin Scott and Dr. Lydia Muccioli.

For more information about the services offered at Pure Dental Health or to schedule an appointment, visit the practice website at http://www.puredentalhealth.com or call (404) 343-2855.

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Health: Mental Health

Autism Care Today Honors Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) Founder at Annual Fundraiser

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Doreen Granpeesheh, PhD, BCBA-D at the 14th Annual Denim, Diamonds & Stars gala

This recognition shines a light on our truly pioneering work at CARD, and the behavioral therapists and staff that embody our mission each and every day.


WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. (PRWEB)

Autism Cares Today, a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to raise awareness and provide treatment services and support to families and children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), has awarded Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) founder Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh with the Visionary Award at this year’s 14th Annual Denim, Diamonds & Stars gala.

The Visionary Award is given to a community leader who exemplifies its mission of providing necessary resources to help individuals with autism achieve their full potential.

Doreen Granpeesheh, Ph.D., BCBA-D and CARD founder is a world-renowned psychologist and behavior analyst with expertise in the field of autism research and treatment, and has dedicated more than 40 years to helping individuals with autism lead healthy, productive lives. She founded CARD in 1990 and since then, the organization has been recognized as a global leader in the field of autism treatment and the third-largest nongovernmental organization contributing to autism research in the United States.

“This recognition shines a light on our truly pioneering work at CARD, and the behavioral therapists and staff that embody our mission each and every day,” said Dr. Granpeesheh. “I am incredibly proud to receive this honor and am determined to continue to contribute to the field of autism research and be a voice for expanding access to treatment for so many individual and families who need our support.”

The Denim, Diamonds & Stars gala, hosted by Autism Care Today, raises funds for the organization to build awareness around its advocacy efforts in addition to growing its support services such as behavioral therapy, medical care, assistive technology, social skills programs and more.

In addition to the night’s honorees, more than 500 other guests were in attendance including celebrities and families impacted by autism and the general community to celebrate the year’s accomplishments.

About Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD)

Center for Autism Related Disorders (CARD) treats individuals of all ages who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) at treatment centers around the globe. Its mission is to make a difference in the world to ensure that each individual fulfills his or her potential. CARD was founded in 1990 by leading autism expert and clinical psychologist Doreen Granpeesheh, PhD, BCBA-D. CARD treats individuals with ASD using the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA), which is empirically proven to be the most effective method for treating individuals with ASD and recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the US Surgeon General. CARD employs a dedicated team of nearly 2,000 individuals across the nation and internationally. For more information, visit http://www.centerforautism.com or call (855) 345-2273.

About Autism Care Today

Autism Care Today is a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to raise awareness and provide treatment services and support to families to help their children with autism achieve their full potential. Autism Care Today’s goal is to introduce and help facilitate early and on-going treatment. Since 2005, the organization has helped over 1,500 families and received over $1.8 million in grant funding.

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Business: Insurance

Why The Neighborhood Where The Policyholder Lives Influences Car Insurance Rates

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“The street and neighborhood where you live are extremely relevant for an insurance company,” said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company


LOS ANGELES (PRWEB)

Carinsuranceplan.org has released a new article that explains why car insurance rates are influenced by the neighborhood where the policyholder lives.

For more info and free car insurance quotes, visit https://carinsuranceplan.org/how-car-insurance-rates-are-influenced-by-the-area-where-you-live/

Rates are determined on the ZIP code level. Each neighborhood has specific features that will influence the overall insurance costs. The most important factors are:


  • The number of claims in the area. A high number of claims in a specific area will be compensated by an increase in premiums. This might happen dues to poor road conditions, dangerous intersections or dangerous geographical placement.

  • Population density. People living in urban areas will pay more. The reason is simple to understand: more people means more cars and higher chances of being involved in an accident.

  • Weather. Living in areas where severe weather conditions are frequent will make the policyholder pay more. By severe weather conditions, we mean extreme cold during winter or extreme heat during summer. Also, people more exposed to extreme weather phenomena will be charged extra.

  • Criminality. Car theft, vandalism, and riots will determine the companies to ask for more expensive premiums.

  • Unemployment level. In areas with high unemployment levels, a high number of uninsured or underinsured drivers will also be present. In order to compensate for this risk, companies increase costs.


Carinsuranceplan.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more examples, money-saving tips and free quotes, visit https://carinsuranceplan.org/

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Business: Executives

Digital Mortgages Made Simple: eOriginal Announces ClosingCenter

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AUSTIN, Texas (PRWEB)

eOriginal Inc, the digital lending technology pioneer, continues its digital mortgage industry momentum with the launch of ClosingCenter. Designed to deliver a simple and intuitive closing experience for lenders, borrowers and settlement agents, the cloud-based solution has the potential to ignite digital adoption across the mortgage industry.

“ClosingCenter was designed to deliver the closing experience the mortgage market is demanding. We’ve made it simple to use and scalable to grow transaction volumes over time, and it’s built on our open platform to integrate with doc prep providers and other solution extensions,” says Simon Moir, Chief Product Officer at eOriginal.

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation is the first customer to go live on ClosingCenter, along with their document preparation partner, DocsDirect. “Feedback from our Settlement Agents has been extremely positive,” says Teri Pansing, VP of Corporate Closing at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. At Fairway, the consumer experience is paramount, and our settlement agent community is a critical channel to ensuring that experience is positive both now, and well into the future.” By enabling them with technology that is simple to use (no training required) and aligned to their existing processes and partners, we can truly eliminate any existing roadblocks to supporting digital mortgages.”

“We’re excited about the potential ClosingCenter can bring to our title operations and the overall real estate industry,” says Don Casey, President & CEO of Title Resource Group. “Not all stakeholders in the process are at the same place in their journey towards digital adoption, and by partnering with eOriginal on a unified solution that supports both the closing of digital documents coupled with the digital management of wet-signed documents, this will be a catalyst towards greater overall digital adoption. I see this as a large step forward for the industry, and I’m glad we are a part of it.”

eOriginal’s mission is to ensure that lending is frictionless, secure and trusted from the borrower to the secondary market. “With the launch of ClosingCenter, we’re not only bringing to market an improved borrower experience, but by enabling the trusted execution of eNotes in the capital markets, we are fostering liquidity in the digital mortgage ecosystem. This is an opportunity and responsibility we take very seriously,” says Brian Madocks, CEO of eOriginal.

About eOriginal

eOriginal guarantees trusted transactions of digital financial assets for all parties from the borrower to the secondary market. We do this by creating a ‘digital original’ document with all the legal and enforcement rights of a paper contract combined with the capital and operational efficiency of digitization. Our proven network provides certainty in how these digital assets are created and maintained, delivering the confidence, visibility and compliance lenders and buyers need. As a pioneer in the space, major financial institutions, leading law firms and credit ratings agencies have validated and rely on eOriginal as a trusted partner for digital lending transformation and management. For more information, visit http://www.eoriginal.com.

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Center for Vein Restoration Sponsors the American Vein and Lymphatic Society 33rd Annual Congress

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“In a little over a decade, we’ve gone from our first procedure as a company, to over 80 centers across the United States… We are excited to be at the Annual Congress again this year, with the goal of sharing our success and inspiring more leading physicians to join our rapidly expanding team.”


GREENBELT, Md. (PRWEB)

Center for Vein Restoration (CVR), the nation’s largest physician-lead vein center and a leader in the diagnosis and treatment of venous insufficiency, is a top-level sponsor of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society 33rd Annual Congress (https://www.avlscongress.org/). The conference will be held November 7-10, 2019 at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort. CVR will be in booth #213 and will be hosting daily hands-on learning sessions on a variety of advanced vein care modalities.

CVR will first be sponsoring a pre-Congress hike, the 2019 Congress Expedition, hosted by the Foundation for Venous and Lymphatic Disease on Wednesday, November 6. The hike will take conference registrants on a four-and-a-half-mile trail around the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Dr. Nick Morrison of CVR will be one of the leaders of the hike.

On Saturday, November 9, Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal, President and CEO of CVR, will lead, “Stronger Together, Part II” a breakfast session designed to show how CVR has become a trail-blazer in the world of venous and lymphatic medicine, and how innovation and dedication of venous physicians will keep CVR at the forefront of the field.

For a full look at CVR’s ACP presence or to sign up for a seat at the breakfast, visit http://www.cvrstrongertogether.com/avls/. CVR will also be hosting the AVLS‘s President’s Reception later that evening.

“In a little over a decade, we’ve gone from our first procedure as a company, to over 80 centers across the United States,” said Dr. Lakhanpal. “We are excited to be at the Annual Congress again this year, with the goal of sharing our success and inspiring more leading physicians to join our rapidly expanding team.”

“If you talk to any doctor in field, you will hear about the same challenges over and over,” continued Dr. Lakhanpal. “We believe doctors should have the freedom to focus on their specialty and their patients. A CVR partnership means having the tools to make your business succeed.”

The ACP Annual Congress is a comprehensive, international program, convening the foremost experts on vein care from around the world. The Congress will address the full spectrum of deep and superficial vein care in didactic, interactive, debate, and hands-on simulation sessions. Over 50 doctors from the Center for Vein Restoration physician team will be in attendance, with several participating as speakers or panelists in sessions throughout the conference.

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ABOUT VENOUS INSUFFICIENCY

Venous insufficiency, the cause of significant suffering due to the sequelae of venous hypertension, most commonly arises as achy, tired, and heavy legs. It may or may not be associated with varicose veins, spider veins, or skin changes including venous ulcerations and indiscriminately affects between 30–40 million Americans. Numerous factors including age, weight, prolonged sitting or standing, genetics, or a history of DVT (blood clots) can increase the risk of developing this common and often underdiagnosed disorder. Treatment options have evolved to an array of minimally invasive procedures in an office setting.

ABOUT CENTER FOR VEIN RESTORATION

Center for Vein Restoration (CVR) is the largest physician-led practice treating vein disease in the country. Having performed its first procedure in 2007 under President and CEO Dr. Sanjiv Lakhanpal, Center for Vein Restoration has since become nationally recognized as the clinical leader in treating chronic venous insufficiency. With 80 centers and growing, CVR has over 500 employees and conducts over 190,000 patient interactions annually. To learn more about CVR and its mission, visit http://www.centerforvein.com or by phone at 1-800-FIX-LEGS.

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Technology: Electronics

ArchVision and Laubwerk Partnership

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ArchVision (Lexington, Kentucky, USA) and Laubwerk (Potsdam, Germany) are pleased to announce a new strategic partnership. Laubwerk’s 3D Plant Kits will be available in ArchVision’s RPC format as part of a massive overhaul and relaunch of ArchVision’s RPC technology later this year.

One of the greatest benefits of ArchVision’s RPC is that you create once and use it everywhere. With Laubwerk’s stunning collections of foliage and plant life assets published as ArchVision RPCs, designers will benefit from a faster, easier workflow across a host of applications like Revit, Rhino, SketchUp and 3ds Max—And in parallel support, a host of rendering technologies like V-Ray, Corona Render, Enscape, Unreal Engine and more – create once, use everywhere.

“Laubwerk is a remarkable software company powered by a team of talented foliage designers who are on the cutting edge of 3D visualization. Pairing ArchVision’s RPC technology with their 3D Plant Kits aligns with both of our companies’ shared mission: to bring the best content and technology to architects and landscape architects around the world,” stated Corey Rubadue, ArchVision CEO.

ArchVision content delivered through AVAIL’s industry-leading content management platform, allowing for intuitive searching, tagging, sharing, and usage of 3D assets in virtually any design application without time-consuming file conversions or unnecessarily convoluted workflows.

Laubwerk CEO Philip Paar says, “Thanks to the partnership between Laubwerk and ArchVision, CG artists and architects can enhance their creative designs with remarkable plant assets and a more fluid workflow. They are empowered with top-of-the-line content that’s easier to use than ever before.”

With a subscription through ArchVision.com, designers can now purchase Laubwerk’s 3D plant collections in the RPC format for use with all compatible applications! The classic format plants, bundled with the Laubwerk Player plugin, are available at Laubwerk’s online store.

About ArchVision

ArchVision delivers world-class digital assets (Rich Photorealistic Content or RPC) to designers through a SaaS subscription model. The assets are 100% platform-agnostic and can be used in any design application without file conversion, including Revit, 3ds Max, Autocad, Microstation, FormZ, Rhino, Modo, SketchUp, and Photoshop. Designers access, manage and utilize RPCs through AVAIL’s industry-leading content management platform.

Proprietary assets by ArchVision include Family and Detail Warehouse, a collection of ready-to-use Revit Drafting Views and AutoCAD details with more than 27,500 roof, window, door, and foundation details for designers to use to enhance their 3D visualizations.

About Laubwerk

Laubwerk creates elegant 3D tree asset solutions for professional CG artists and designers. With the ease-of-use of traditional static libraries and the dynamism of full plant modelers, Laubwerk’s 3D Plants Kits offer creators the best of both worlds. Powered by the novel programming of Laubwerk’s CG engineers, users enjoy a fluid interface that expertly balances the creativity of the artist with a streamlined workflow.

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Laubwerk: Philip Paar | philip.paar@laubwerk.com

ArchVision: Corey Rubadue | crubadue@archvision.com

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Pear Sports Partners with LIVMOR to Provide Remote Digital Fitness & Wellness Coaching for Veterans with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

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“It is very rewarding to partner with a medical technology company like LIVMOR to provide digital wellness coaching solutions that will assist physicians and medical professionals in addressing chronic cardiovascular illness,” said Bob Allison, Founder of PEAR Sports.


NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (PRWEB)

PEAR Sports, creators of the PEAR Health & Fitness Platform that delivers targeted smart coaching technology, today announced it has partnered with LIVMOR to develop digital fitness and wellness training programs that produce better outcomes and experiences for those suffering from Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). LIVMOR, makers of the Halo+ Powered by Samsung medical-grade remote monitoring device, develops proprietary software solutions for wearable devices that continuously monitor the health and wellness of patients with chronic conditions. Together, LIVMOR and PEAR Sports will participate in a pilot study at the Dallas VA to serve Veterans with PAD.

According to the CDC, PAD affects about 8.5 million Americans, including 12-20% of individuals older than age 60. PAD also raises the odds of more severe health problems, like coronary artery disease, heart attack and stroke. A heart-healthy lifestyle, including exercise, diet and stress reduction has been shown to reduce the risks of heart disease and PAD.

“Fortunately, symptoms of PAD can be reduced and even eliminated with diet and exercise,” reports Ken Persen, Founder & CEO of LIVMOR. “This is the goal of the joint LIVMOR and PEAR Sports pilot study — to interpret patient data, create personalized, actionable health coaching exercises, and send them directly to the Veterans to help reduce their symptoms and increase their overall quality of life. We are working together with the goal of delivering specific video and audio instructions directly to patients on their prescribed Halo+ tablet.” Ken added, “This is a great opportunity to use tele-health to extend the services provided to the Veteran population.”

The LIVMOR Coaching Platform Powered by Pear will be part of the prescriptive LIVMOR Halo+ program, currently in clinical trials, that provides an elegant turnkey solution for continuous remote monitoring of PAD patients. The LIVMOR solution uses the first prescription-only smartwatch for accurate remote monitoring of heart rate, heart rate variability and activity. This new digital coaching platform will deliver proactive wellness and exercise instructions targeted to improve patient results. The objectives of the pilot study, which is being performed in concert with the Dallas VA, are to monitor Veterans with PAD, and then provide custom and relevant fitness programs to reduce their symptoms and help them become healthier through proven exercise and wellness training.

“It is very rewarding to partner with a medical technology company like LIVMOR to provide digital wellness coaching solutions that will assist physicians and medical professionals in addressing chronic cardiovascular illness,” said Bob Allison, Founder of PEAR Sports. “We are particularly enthusiastic to work with LIVMOR to deliver engaging and effective exercise content to our Veteran population through the pilot study at the Dallas VA. We know the symptoms of cardiovascular disease can be alleviated with appropriate exercise and wellness programs, and we look forward to improving the wellness journey for Veterans suffering from PAD.”

If you are a physician or medical professional and would like more information about the new LIVMOR Coaching Platform Powered by Pear, please visit http://www.pearsports.com/LIVMOR.

About PEAR Sports

PEAR Sports is perfecting the personalized delivery of digital health, wellness and fitness programs. Our platform and solutions deliver on-demand customized coaching that creates great experiences for customers and enterprises. For more information, visit http://www.pearsports.com

About LIVMOR

LIVMOR develops proprietary algorithms and software solutions for wearable devices to provide continuous health and wellness monitoring for patients globally. For more information, visit http://www.livmor.com

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Karen Chang, karen.chang@livmor.com

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Industry: Healthcare

Highmark’s Outcomes-Based Contract for SYMBICORT® Improves Patient Outcomes for Asthma, COPD

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“As Highmark furthers its leadership in value-based strategies, results like these are proof that a shared commitment to identifying the right medicine and approach in a priority therapy area can improve patient outcomes.”–Sarah Marchè, senior VP of pharmacy services, Highmark


PITTSBURGH (PRWEB)

Highmark today announced that its outcomes-based contract with AstraZeneca for the respiratory medicine SYMBICORT® demonstrated positive results in improving patient outcomes for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Under outcomes-based contracts, drug companies are accountable for the clinical effectiveness of medications and the per-member, per-month medical and pharmacy costs for members who use the drug compared to the costs for members who use other drugs to treat their health condition. The goal is to ensure that Highmark members have access to the most clinically effective, cost-efficient medications possible.

Highmark initially announced its outcomes-based contract with AstraZeneca for SYMBICORT in April of 2018. SYMBICORT, approved for the treatment of asthma and COPD, helps decrease inflammation and open up the airways in patients’ lungs. As part of the contract, Highmark reviewed specific pharmacy and medical criteria to determine if asthma or COPD-related symptoms for Highmark patients on SYMBICORT were in-line with the clinical trial results provided by AstraZeneca.

Highmark found that the number of patients taking SYMBICORT who saw a worsening of symptoms requiring them to visit a health care provider or hospital were substantially lower than expected. Among Highmark members on SYMBICORT with a primary diagnosis of asthma or COPD, more than half experienced a stabilization or improvement of their symptoms.

Highmark and AstraZeneca’s contract for SYMBICORT was one of the first outcomes-based agreements involving asthma and COPD. The contract applied to Highmark’s commercial members in its national health insurance markets and its core health insurance markets in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Delaware. Slightly more than 30,000 SYMBICORT prescriptions were filled for Highmark commercial members in 2018.

Highmark has also forged outcomes-based contracts for the treatment of several other high-cost, chronic health conditions, including diabetes and inflammatory bowel disease.

“Outcomes-based agreements like this show the value of medicines like SYMBICORT to both patients and the health system in reducing exacerbations, hospitalizations and inpatient visits,” says Sarah Marchè, senior VP of pharmacy services for Highmark. “As Highmark furthers its leadership in value-based strategies, results like these are proof that a shared commitment to identifying the right medicine and approach in a priority therapy area can improve patient outcomes.”

About Highmark Inc.

One of America’s leading health insurance organizations and an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, Highmark Inc. (the Health Plan) and its affiliated health plans (collectively, the Health Plans) work passionately to deliver high-quality, accessible, understandable, and affordable experiences, outcomes, and solutions to customers. As the fourth-largest overall Blue Cross Blue Shield-affiliated organization, Highmark Inc. and its Blue-branded affiliates proudly cover the insurance needs of 4.5 million members in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and West Virginia. Its diversified businesses serve group customer and individual needs across the United States through dental insurance, vision care and other related businesses. For more information, visit http://www.highmark.com.

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Health: Mental Health

Workit Health Expands Telehealth Addiction Care Program to New Jersey

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We’re excited to join the communities and organizations in New Jersey impacting the overdose crisis, and leverage our technology and care teams to provide long-term recovery for New Jerseyans.


HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (PRWEB)

Today, Workit Health announced the expansion of its virtual, on-demand individualized services for addiction care to New Jersey. The telehealth substance use and opioid use disorder B-corporation will open an outpatient clinic in Hamilton, near Trenton in Mercer County in order to provide teleMAT alongside its coaching and counseling programs. Workit Health’s easy-to-use web and phone apps and robust EMR synthesize machine learning with patient-led design to enable smarter interventions and more personalized care. The company’s outcomes prove their commitment to disrupting the cycle of high-cost, inefficient addiction services, with a higher adherence and retention rate than traditional treatment types at 1/10th of the cost.

Annual opioid-related overdose deaths in New Jersey are nearly five times those both from car crashes and firearms. In 2018, the state experienced record drug deaths for the fourth straight year, with the overwhelming number of deaths being opioid-related. It’s estimated that even in the face of this crisis only one quarter of addiction treatment providers offer medication like buprenorphine — recognized as the gold standard of care for opioid-use disorder by SAMHSA.

“New Jersey has taken the lead on expanding access to buprenorphine by allowing paramedics to offer treatment,” says Lisa McLaughlin, Workit Health’s Co-CEO. “We’re excited to join the communities and organizations in New Jersey impacting the overdose crisis, and leverage our technology and care teams to provide long-term recovery for New Jerseyans.”

“We know that 90% of addiction care costs in New Jersey are utilized by people who have already received treatment but found it ineffective – Workit Health is something different and more accessible for this population,” says Robin McIntosh, Workit Health’s Co-CEO. “Members in our Michigan and California programs are thriving, and we’re ready to bring these same outcomes to the entire state of New Jersey.”

Workit Health removes barriers while solving for social determinants of health by allowing home-based, digital access to clinicians and counselors. Following an initial in-person visit for the teleMAT program, members access all follow-up care via web and phone apps, including video visits with clinicians, online recovery groups, messaging with a care team, personalized therapy-based courses, and at-home drug testing.

About Workit Health: Workit Health is an addiction healthcare B-corporation offering online, on-demand evidence-based addiction treatment including telehealth medication for opioid use disorder. Workit Health partners with healthcare organizations to deliver an innovative digital health solution that blends the best of human-centered design, technology, and science. Through mobile and web apps, members meet with clinicians and Master’s level coaches and complete self-set recovery goals. Workit Health offers 24/7 recovery that fits into daily life, designed by experts. Learn more at workithealth.com.

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