Medwatch Achieves Three-Year URAC Accreditation
for Health Utilization Management, Case Management, and Disease Management programs!
Lake Mary, FL – MedWatch, a full-spectrum care management company providing clinical risk management solutions to the self-funded health plan market, is proud to announce that it has once again earned URAC accreditation for its Health Utilization Management, Case Management, and Disease Management programs.
MedWatch has maintained continuous URAC accreditation for Health Utilization Management since 1997, Case Management since 2000, and Disease Management since 2007.
“We share URAC’s commitment to delivering the highest quality of health care,” said Sally-Ann Polson, President and CEO of MedWatch. “I am especially proud of the hard work done by the MedWatch team to achieve recertification for our Health Utilization Management, Case Management, and Disease Management programs.”
URAC’s accreditation process requires applicants to submit comprehensive policies, procedures, workflows, and other organizational information. URAC reviewers coordinate all aspects of the process until a decision on accreditation has been determined via an impartial, third-party evaluation. The accreditation process validates compliance with nationally recognized heath care standards and supports improvements and innovation in care management and service delivery for the long term.
”We applaud MedWatch on achieving URAC accreditation,” said URAC President and CEO Shawn Griffin, M.D. “With this distinction, MedWatch demonstrates excellence in quality health care delivery and their commitment to ensuring patient safety.”
Contact sales@urmedwatch.com or call 321.249.9179 to learn more about MedWatch’s programs.
About MedWatch
Since being founded in 1988, MedWatch has evolved into one of the most trusted and respected Population Health Management/Medical Cost Containment companies in the industry by partnering with clients and staying ahead of industry trends. MedWatch solutions help manage medical needs across the healthcare continuum for over 1.5 million lives nationwide, mitigating risk and maximizing clinical and financial outcomes. An extensive suite of comprehensive services provides an integrated and simplified pathway that minimizes potential disconnect and member disruption that can often be caused when multiple provider relationships are involved. To learn more about MedWatch and our solutions, visit: www.urmedwatch.com
About URAC
Founded in 1990 as a non-profit organization, URAC is the independent leader in promoting health care quality and patient safety through renowned accreditation programs. URAC develops its evidence-based standards in collaboration with a wide variety of stakeholders and industry experts. The company’s portfolio of accreditation and certification programs span the health care industry, addressing health care management and operations, pharmacies, telehealth, health plans, medical practices and more. URAC accreditation is a symbol of excellence for organizations to showcase their validated commitment to quality and accountability.