PedWell Program
Synergy’s PedWell Therapeutic Shoe Program, as a component of the broader Synergy Preventive Care Solutions Program, specifically promotes healthy feet and the avoidance of diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) in individuals diagnosed with diabetes. With a rate of 34% of diabetic individuals developing a diabetic foot ulcer during their lifetime1 and a national expenditure of $43.5 billion spent on lower extremity complications of diabetes annually, the need for a solution to reduce this costly complication of diabetes is evident.
- Boulton AJM, Armstrong DG, Kirsner RS, Attinger CE, Lavery LA, Lipsky BA, Mills JR Sr., Steinberg JS. Diagnosis and Management of Diabetic Foot Complications. American Diabetes Association; 2018 Oct
The Solution: The Synergy PedWell Program
In recognizing the market need for a comprehensive diabetic foot health solution, Synergy partnered with experts in specialty program implementation and network development/expansion to establish a foot health program focused on the prevention of diabetes-related complications of the lower extremities. The Program utilizes an expansive provider network comprised of experienced clinicians offering superior shoe fitting and insert fabrication/molding services. Concentrating on network access, Synergy has expanded its network of Qualified Fitters to include podiatrists, pedorthotists, orthotists, and certified fitters providing services in various venues such as DME/prosthetic provider locations, physician offices, and medical clinics. In addition to service access at these locations, Synergy’s unique Program offers remote services which take the Program to the consumer’s choice of location, including their home or office. By offering a broad point of access, Synergy promotes consumer adoption of this effective preventive Program creating improved value for consumers and partners of Synergy.
Synergy’s ability to deliver the following Program Features and Benefits create a significant value for our customers/partners.
- Quality Products and Services
- Broad Network Access
- Consumer Convenience
- Consumer Education
- High Level of Program Adoption
- Consumer/Partner Satisfaction
- Improved Health Outcomes
As the industry continues to move to value-based care, Synergy is positioned to work with health plans, health systems, and other partner entities to implement preventive, value-based programs that focus on reducing complications and hospital admissions related to specific chronic conditions. Synergy’s proprietary operating platform affords detailed reporting to support innovative, risk-based models and creates efficiency and rapid scaling. In addition, the flexibility of our care module allows Synergy to support our partners specific quality initiatives by documenting and reporting on key quality metrics.
Synergy directly serves individual consumers and contracted health plan members as well as individuals/patient populations associated with all Synergy partnership entities. Our partners include:
- Payors
- Employers
- Specialty clinics
- Health systems
- Senior communities
Why Partner with Synergy?
Experienced Management Team
In recognizing the market need for a comprehensive diabetic foot health solution, Synergy partnered with experts in specialty program implementation and network development/expansion specialists to establish a foot health program focused on the prevention of diabetes-related complications of the lower extremities.
The Program utilizes an expansive provider network of experienced clinicians offering superior shoe fitting and insert fabrication/molding services. Concentrating on network access, Synergy has expanded its network of Qualified Fitters to include podiatrists, pedorthists, orthotists, and certified fitters providing services in various venues such as DME/prosthetic provider locations, physician offices, and medical clinics.
In addition to service access at these locations, Synergy’s unique Program offers remote services which take the Program to the consumer’s choice of location, including their home or office. By offering a broad point of access Synergy promotes consumer adoption of this effective preventive Program creating improved value for consumers and partners of Synergy.
Responsive, Strategic Approach
With a strong focus on customer needs and innovation, Synergy has established a unique preventive care Program that addresses the specific needs as expressed by various health organizations and health plans. In a market that is moving toward value-based care, Synergy is focused on providing a solution that is designed to close the gap in preventive care, specifically related to complications of diabetes, vascular conditions, and post-surgical patients. Our initial solutions address prevention of Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFUs) in individuals diagnosed with diabetes and prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) and Pulmonary Embolisms (PEs) in vascular and post-surgical patients.
Robust, Qualified Fitter Network
With therapeutic shoe service originating as a retail business, most consumers are obtaining therapeutic shoes in store front locations or through small fitter networks. The Synergy network differs in that participants of the Synergy PedWell Program are fully vetted through a formal credentialing process before gaining admission into the Synergy network as a Qualified Fitter. All network participating fitters must adhere to Synergy corporate policies and procedures, which ensure expert services and HIPPA compliance. Synergy Qualified Fitters are also fully insured to provide services in a facility or remote location.
In addition to the importance of having quality clinicians, adequate access is another key component in establishing and managing a robust network. In the current environment, there is a serious lack of access to Qualified Fitters which results in insufficient access to therapeutic shoe service for plan members/patients. Synergy’s PedWell Program was established in response to this significant gap in service. To meet this market need, Synergy has established fitter/provider relationships with Qualified Fitters stationed around the country to effectively serve individuals as well as our regional and national customer base.
Operations and Claims Management Expertise
Introducing Unique Proactive Prevention Programs
Through the provision of high-quality therapeutic shoes and orthotic inserts, as well as anti-thrombotic devices, Synergy improves related health outcomes for consumers and creates significant cost savings for health plans, and other payor/customer types. In addition to competitive pricing, Synergy creates even greater savings through the implementation of our proactive, preventive care models. These Programs identify the eligible population base and offer a proactive outreach as the Program delivery model. This proactive approach further promotes a cost reduction through the opportunity to impact downstream costs, thereby creating a larger savings opportunity. It is the combination of Synergy’s strategic preventive approach combined with a flexible operating platform and an expansive, qualified provider network that truly sets Synergy apart from its competitors.
