THE EQUITY IN EQUITY

requires insightful leadership

Muse Health™ and our partners acknowledge the stark disparity in life expectancy among different demographic groups, particularly evident in the significant gap faced by the Black population compared to others in the country. Research conducted at BEM reveals that approximately 3.3 million more Black Americans would be alive if life expectancy were equitable across all demographics. This disparity stems from various contributing factors.

Health equity encompasses diverse definitions, but at its core, it embodies the principle of ensuring that everyone has a fair and just opportunity to achieve optimal health. This principle applies universally, transcending geographical boundaries and demographic categories. Whether in rural or urban settings, or on a global scale, the issue of poor health equity persists.

Approaching this challenge through a business lens, with a focus on the financial sustainability of solutions, holds immense potential to effect positive change in healthcare. By prioritizing health equity as a foundational element, we can significantly enhance healthcare outcomes and accessibility.

One key insight driving our approach is the understanding that zip code often carries more weight than genetic code. Access to healthcare services is heavily influenced by geographical location, with individuals seeking care within their local communities. Therefore, addressing disparities in healthcare access requires a concerted effort to bring healthcare services to underserved areas, ensuring that all communities have equitable access to quality care.

Muse Health™ and our partners carefully evaluate the balance between investment and cost. Our platform provides early preventive solutions that empower healthcare systems and enterprises to proactively address challenges, thereby preventing hospitalizations. This not only results in saved revenue but also leads to improved health outcomes and, in some cases, saved lives. By leveraging preventive measures, we not only reduce healthcare costs but also enhance the overall quality of care and contribute to better patient outcomes.

WE UNDERSTAND YOUR CHALLENGES

Muse Health™ focus is optimizing our client's health strategies

The Muse Health’s partnership with our clients is designed to speak directly to the underrepresented Medicare Advantage population. From the conceptualization to the execution of our combined efforts, the patient/beneficiary will know that their experience is organically and authentically designed with their needs in mind. We are also uniquely positioned to demonstrate that the partnership between Muse Health™ and our clients will deliver lower costs and greater savings. Due in part to greater flexibility on cost and coverage policies, and required maximum out-of-pocket limits, Medicare Advantage has a 35% lower rate of cost burden as compared to traditional Medicare. Further, compared to their counterparts enrolled in traditional Medicare, Black Medicare Advantage beneficiaries report an average of $1,270 in cost savings.

Medicare beneficiaries have a significantly lower average household income, and are 2x as likely to report cost as a barrier to accessing healthcare.

The healthcare cost savings that Medicare Advantage plans can deliver beneficiaries are likely to be particularly meaningful to this population, and may factor into older Black adults’ decision to choose Medicare Advantage plans over traditional FFS Medicare.

Measure your objectives around engagement

Muse Health™ and our partners assist our clients in measuring achievement relative to healthcare engagement

Increasing beneficiary/patient education and empowerment.

Improving beneficiary/patient satisfaction scores.

Enhancing adherence to treatment plans.

Promoting preventative care.

Muse Health™ is committed to driving equity in medicine:

Unlike traditional Medicare, nearly all Medicare Advantage plans (99 percent) offer coverage of supplemental benefits such as vision, dental, hearing, telehealth, and/or wellness. In recent years Medicare Advantage plans have expanded their supplemental benefit coverage to include programs designed to address social determinants of health. These elements of Medicare Advantage may be particularly supportive for underrepresented beneficiaries.

They provide:

1. Additional cost-saving mechanisms

2. Mitigate higher rates of cost deferment of medical care

3. More comprehensive services

4. More social determinants of health programs

5. The creation of Special Needs Plans

In addition to Special Needs Plans, Medicare Advantage offers services and programs to coordinate care which is an especially important benefit for underrepresented beneficiaries who often face disproportionate barriers to care and are more likely to be managing one or more chronic conditions. Medicare Advantage outperforms traditional Medicare across a range of health outcome categories and metrics.

For example, Medicare Advantage was found to have a 43 percent lower rate of avoidable hospitalizations compared to traditional Medicare—among groups with complex chronic conditions, the gap is even greater at 57 percent. As Medicare Advantage continues to be the preferred coverage choice for underrepresented beneficiaries, it’s critical that beneficiaries and decision makers alike have a comprehensive understanding of the role Medicare Advantage plans play in supporting these marginalized groups.

Understanding your community

Muse Health™ and our partners assists our clients in treating different groups with strategies, tools, and services specifically designed for each market segment:

Understanding their needs.

Delivering on market segment preferences and communication preferences.

Seamlessly integrating proven methods with existing clients engagement strategies.

Muse Health's platform assists our stakeholders in experiencing a culture of inclusion

Our clients provide a nationally unique and comprehensive solution by promoting health equity, cultural competency, and community engagement. We believe our unique solution is game-changing, and we assist our clients to continue to be the forefront of optimal service to its Medicare Advantage beneficiaries in historically underrepresented communities.

Develop a Multi-Channel Approach

Muse Health and in collaboration with our partners, we specialize at facilitating the efficient utilization of time-tested engagement strategies. We focus on using the digital platforms created by Muse Health to maximize client exposure within this framework.
Provide culturally adapted, accessible and accurate health information to beneficiaries/patient educational materials that are easy to understand and address common health concerns to encourage shared decision-making and involving patients in their care plans in a manner that is authentic, organic, and personalized.

HOW WE CAN HELP

IMPROVE OUR CLIENT'S EXISTING REMOTE HEALTHCARE SERVICES

Leverage Muse Health™ and our client’s technology to improve culturally adapted remote healthcare services to access care conveniently and promote ongoing engagement between beneficiaries/ patients in the areas of:

1. Telemedicine

2. Enabling all stakeholders to enjoy a bilateral feedback mechanism and create avenues for patients, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to participate in dialogue measured through Muse Health™ and our client’s culturally adapted, tech-enabled systems

3. Leveraging social media and online communities: Utilizing social media platforms to share relevant health information, engage in conversations, and address common health questions. This fosters safe online communities where beneficiaries/patients can connect, share experiences, and support each other

Next Steps

We believe our collaboration can greatly benefit our client's patients, streamline operations, and enhance the healthcare experience.

Five key areas where our clients can make a significant impact:

 

  1.  Optimizing Plan Selection for Patients: Our clients specialize in assisting individuals in selecting the most suitable Medicare plans based on their unique needs and preferences. By partnering with our clients, we can provide personalized guidance to patients, ensuring they have access to comprehensive healthcare coverage that aligns with their specific requirements. This collaborative approach aims to optimize plan selection and ultimately improve patient satisfaction.
  2. Fee-for-Service to Medicare Advantage Transition: As the healthcare landscape evolves many healthcare systems, are exploring the transition from traditional fee-for-service models to Medicare Advantage plans. Our clients have extensive experience in supporting healthcare providers through this transition process. We can help our clients navigate the complexities of plan education, enrollment, and retention. This partnership would facilitate a smooth transition while maximizing the benefits of Medicare Advantage for both the system and its patients.
  3. Technology Platform: Our clients boast a robust technology platform that integrates seamlessly with healthcare systems, allowing for efficient data exchange and streamlined workflows. Our platform offers a range of tools and features designed to simplify plan selection, enrollment, and ongoing management. By integrating our technology with our client’s existing systems, we can enhance operational efficiency and provide real-time insights into patients’ Medicare coverage, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience for all stakeholders.
  4. Service and Retention: With our clients, we prioritize exceptional service and long-term customer satisfaction. We understand the importance of ongoing support and guidance, especially when it comes to Medicare beneficiaries. Our dedicated team of knowledgeable professionals will provide ongoing support to our client’s patients, assisting them with any questions, concerns, or changes in their Medicare coverage. Our goal is to enhance the overall patient experience and improve retention rates for our clients.
  5. White Label Platform: We recognize that brand consistency is vital to healthcare organizations like our clients. Our clients offer a white-label platform option that allows the seamless integration of our technology and services into our client’s existing systems, ensuring a consistent and cohesive patient experience. This approach enables our clients to maintain its brand identity while leveraging the expertise and resources of our clients to deliver comprehensive Medicare solutions.

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Minneapolis, MN, 55101

Maryland Office

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Columbia, MD 21044

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