Resources

Closing the Value Gaps in Medicare Advantage Plans

As cut points rise and star ratings fall, the next step for MA plan leaders is to identify low-hanging fruit where measure-level improvements can drive a significant increase in plan value. In order to move the needle, providing members access to high-quality MSK care is an excellent first step.

Bright Spots in Healthcare Podcast: How Innovators are Addressing GLP-1s, Obesity, & MSK Care

Healthcare leaders from Independent Health, Evry Health, BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois, and Vori Health discuss GLP-1s and their role in addressing the global challenge of obesity while considering the crucial aspect of musculoskeletal (MSK) health. Learn innovative, multidisciplinary strategies you can implement to complement lifestyle interventions and other therapeutic approaches in your organization.

New Validation Institute Report Affirms Vori Health Care Model Reduces Surgery While Improving Outcomes

When you solve a problem at its root, you get better outcomes. We built our award-winning, patient-centered care model for MSK conditions upon this premise, and we are thrilled to report the revalidation of its clinical outcomes from the Validation Institute.

2024 Trends and Predictions in MSK Care

2024 is fast approaching, meaning it’s time to look back and reflect on the wins, losses, and emerging trends that defined 2023 and will shape the musculoskeletal (MSK) industry in the coming year. Read on for what value-based care strategies Vori Health co-founders, Ryan Grant, MD, and Mary O'Connor, MD have to share.

Pearl Health Partners with Vori Health to Provide Virtual-First Musculoskeletal Care to Medicare Beneficiaries

Pearl Health and Vori Health partner to improve back, neck, and orthopedic care for Traditional Medicare patients and simplify access to appropriate, evidence-based care.

Vori Health and Contigo Health Partner to Pioneer Industry-Changing, Integrated Surgical and Non-Surgical Orthopedic Care Solution

Vori Health, a nationwide virtual-first specialty medical practice and industry leader in the treatment of muscle and joint pain today announced a partnership with Contigo Health, a health benefits platform that leads direct-to-employer and direct-to-provider relationships, to create a comprehensive musculoskeletal (MSK) benefit solution.

Taking Stock of and Relieving Employee Pain in Retail

Long hours standing, heavy lifting, awkward postures, non-standard shifts that impact sleep and stress...there’s a reason retail has the 3rd highest rate of new annual cases of back and joint pain.

Freeing an Aging Population from Pain

The United States population is aging quickly—a change driven by a booming segment of older adults (age 65 and above), which recorded the fastest growth rate in the past 10 years since the late 19th century. This shift has huge implications for healthcare. The industry must quickly determine how to handle dramatic upswings in utilization rates stemming from age-related conditions.

Getting Tech Employees Out of Pain & Back Online Quickly

Long hours in front of devices inevitably lead to long-term back and joint problems, especially for employees in tech. Tech companies spend about $1,685 per employee per year in productivity losses alone related to musculoskeletal (MSK) pain. Similar to debugging an error, employers need to urgently identify and address the root of this problem as swiftly as possible.

Quantifying the Total Savings of Telehealth for Employees

Telehealth has proven to be a significant cost-effective care model for not only employers, but employees as well. With the right virtual solution, employers can bring significant savings and effective MSK care right to their employees’ fingertips.

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The Role of Virtual and Hybrid PT in the Future of MSK Care

If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s the importance of high-value, accessible healthcare. By shifting visits from offices to online platforms, the pandemic accelerated the adoption of telehealth and opened doors to a different kind of care—one that prioritizes member satisfaction above all else.

Fixing Back Pain Faster to Lower High-Cost Claims

It's no secret that the physical demands of these industries can take a toll on field workers. One out of every two employees report muscle or joint pain—a 15 percent higher rate than standard commercial populations.

Vori Health Receives URAC Accreditation as a Credentials Verification Organization

Vori Health sets new bar of excellence in MSK industry by earning URAC accreditation as a credentials verification organization (CVO).

Vori Voice Podcast, Ep. 2 – Do I need an MRI for my back pain?

Low back pain is one of the most common types of joint pain worldwide, and studies show that at least 80% of us will experience it at some point in our lives. This episode of the Vori Voice focuses on the need for X-rays, MRIs, CTs, as well as frequently asked questions and common myths about these topics.

Ophelia and Vori Health Partner to Address Pain Management for Patients with Musculoskeletal Conditions

Ophelia and Vori Health partner to improve access to high-quality, safe opioid use disorder (OUD) care services for patients suffering from chronic pain and opioid addiction as well as people in recovery who are looking for opioid-free MSK care.

Improving Satisfaction & Star Ratings with Accessible MSK Care

As the healthcare industry shifts to more value-based and patient-centered care, the issue of access to medical services has surfaced as a critical concern for many Medicare Advantage plan members. To bolster Star ratings in the coming years, MA plans must take swift action to implement solutions that improve access to needed care—especially when it comes to treating back and joint pain.

3 Ways to Cut the Path from MSK Pain to Opioid Addiction

In honor of Pain Awareness Month and Opioid Awareness Day, Vori Health and Ophelia are teaming up to spread awareness of the connection between chronic pain and opioid addiction. Opioid-related overdose deaths have more than doubled in the last six years. The trend is expected to continue, especially as many patients with opioid addiction have struggled to access FDA-approved medications for treatment such as buprenorphine.

To Lower MSK Costs, First Drive Value to the Patient

Value-based care initiatives can only be sustainable if patient outcomes are a top priority. By carefully assessing the impact of solutions on patients, the healthcare industry as a whole can work towards reducing the cost of care while delivering meaningful value.

Managing Low Back Pain to Improve Productivity in the Workplace

Low back pain affects millions of people worldwide and is projected to continue to grow as a leading cause of disability. This increase in prevalence rates leads to a negative impact on employee well-being, workplace productivity, and healthcare utilization—creating significant harm to an employer's bottom line.

Moving the Women’s Health Needle in MSK

Women face unique musculoskeletal (MSK) challenges that are often overlooked or misunderstood in traditional healthcare models, leading to major gaps in care. Without the right type of care, women are less likely to achieve true relief from their MSK pain—proving to be the biggest challenge of it all.

The Comprehensive Employer’s Guide to MSK Solutions

Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions remain the top one or two high-cost claims for employers. With healthcare costs on the rise again, companies are looking for better ways to contain these sky-high costs while still improving outcomes for their employees. We canvased the MSK care landscape to breakdown the key components needed to drive engagement, outcomes, and savings.

When Pain Divides Us: Solving Inequitable Access & Outcomes

For many demographics, musculoskeletal (MSK) problems are a major cause of disability and lower quality of life. However, not everyone with MSK issues feels the same amount of pain.

Managing Musculoskeletal Pain in Older Adults

With nearly one in four Americans soon to be in the senior age bracket, clinicians and payers alike are narrowing their focus on optimizing care for the health conditions that disproportionately impact older adults. And for the majority of stakeholders, the spotlight shines directly on musculoskeletal (MSK) pain.

Pain & Opioids: How Inappropriate Care is Fueling a National Crisis

Hear Vori Health CEO Ryan A. Grant, MD, MBA, FAANS and David Essary, President of Allstate Benefits, discuss the rising costs of MSK care, why the delivery of care model matters, and how to compare the different offerings in the market for employers/plans.

Integrating GLP-1s into the Future of MSK Care

Obesity and musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions impact a major portion of the American population. With glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists (GLP-1s) rapidly transforming obesity care as well as bottom lines, it's more important than ever for employers and payers to consider strategies for sustainable impact.

Breaking the Cycle: Addressing Mental Health to Treat MSK Pain

Hear Vori Health CEO Ryan A. Grant, MD, MBA, FAANS and David Essary, President of Allstate Benefits, discuss the rising costs of MSK care, why the delivery of care model matters, and how to compare the different offerings in the market for employers/plans.

Finding and Redirecting MSK Members to Doctor-Led Care with Predictive Analytics

As the healthcare industry transforms into a more data-driven landscape, predictive analytics emerges as the tool of choice for employers and health plans looking to improve care and lower costs. But finding members further upstream in the MSK patient journey is only part of the solution. Redirecting members to appropriate, physician-led medical care plays an equally important role in driving high value.