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Collaborating with Best Buy's Geek Squad ensures faster care, better adherence, and superior outcomes for chronic care patients.
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In 2021, Geisinger launched ConnectedCare365, enrolling over 1,100 patients in remote monitoring for various chronic conditions via Best Buy Health's Current Health platform.
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In July 2022, Best Buy Health and Geisinger began a program with Geek Squad Agents to deliver and activate remote care management devices.
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Geisinger have announced their commitment to expand their collaborative efforts to enhance the quality of care for a broader patient population within the Geisinger network. This expansion builds upon their successful delivery of in-home care to patients with chronic conditions through Geek Squad.
This initiative currently encompasses 300 Geisinger patients. During their home visits, these agents critically educate patients about the technology integral to their care plan. They offer detailed explanations about the devices, instruct patients on proper usage, and ensure seamless data transmission to the patient's care team. Additionally, agents are available to help with troubleshooting as needed, and they oversee the collection and processing of all devices after a patient leaves the program, following the care team's instructions.
The program has achieved a remarkable 50% reduction in the time it takes for a patient to go from admission into the chronic care at-home program to the completion of device setup. This pivotal shift has seen the period shrink from an average of 96 hours to just 48 hours. Furthermore, patients' adherence to their care plans has improved by a commendable 19%, evident in their consistent use of remote technology equipment. Additionally, there has been an 18% decline in reported technical issues, and when replacements were necessary, Geek Squad agents swiftly provided new devices within 24 hours of receiving reports.
These exceptional results have garnered positive patient feedback, with a net promoter score of 89 when asked about their experience with Geek Squad's home visits for chronic care program setup.
Deborah Di Sanzo, President of Best Buy Health, stated,
The results of our program show that when we combine what Best Buy is known for—technology support and expertise—with Geisinger's best-in-class care teams and network of clinics and hospitals, we can make a meaningful difference in the patient and caregiver experience.
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Additionally, she emphasized Geisinger's outstanding performance on this initiative. She expressed strong enthusiasm for expanding these capabilities nationwide, in alignment with Best Buy Health's mission to promote accessible at-home care for everyone.
Karen Murphy, EVP, Chief Innovation Officer and Founding Director of the Steele Institute for Health Innovation at Geisinger, emphasized the dynamic changes in healthcare. She highlighted the organization's heightened dedication to bringing care closer to patients and members while striving to establish higher care quality standards. The collaboration with Best Buy Health has enabled Geisinger to reshape the healthcare experience, ushering in positive transformations in care delivery and reception.
Best Buy aims to enhance lives through technology by providing customers with expert guidance, a diverse product range, and comprehensive in-store and online services. Meanwhile, Geisinger dedicates itself to simplifying the journey to improved health for its extensive community of over one million individuals.