Safety Net Connect (SNC), a leading provider of innovative healthcare technology solutions, is honored to be recognized by the “2020 Inaugural List of Most Innovative Companies in Healthcare” for their Converge platform that integrates eReferral, eConsult, and televisit technologies into a single virtual care solution.
The 2020 listing of Most Innovative Companies in Healthcare includes 60 companies from 30 different categories of innovation within the medical industry. The listing was created by David Shulkin, M.D., President of Shulkin Solutions LLC and the Ninth Secretary of the US Department of Veterans Affairs. This is the first year that this list has been released.
“With a worldwide pandemic underway, we are seeing more innovation in our healthcare system than any other period in history,” said Dr. David Shulkin. “There has never been a more important time in healthcare and this recognition is just one way of acknowledging those companies that are rising to the challenge.”
SNC was recognized with the category of “Integrated System Tools” for their efforts to improve care coordination among healthcare providers and healthcare systems, as well as the many differing technology platforms in use between them.
“Safety Net Connect is committed to improving healthcare quality, efficiency and communication through the use of innovative technology,” explained Chris Cruttenden, President of SNC. “This recognition is further validation that we’re fulfilling our mission. We’re honored to be included among the nation’s leading healthcare organizations – especially at such a critical time.”
About the 2020 Most Innovative Companies in Healthcare Report
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, more people are looking towards innovative ways of diagnosing and treating disease, digital engagements to improve the patient experience, and new models of care delivery. Globally there is increasing growth in healthcare companies. In the third quarter of 2020, there more than 1500 new investments in healthcare organizations totaling 21.8 billion dollars. This was an increase from second quarter investments in healthcare of just over 18 billion dollars. Read the complete 2020 Most Innovative Companies in Healthcare Report here.
About Safety Net Connect
With a mission to improve health equity, Safety Net Connect (SNC) has been the leading creator of innovative health care technology, making it easier for providers and institutions to improve quality, streamline care coordination, promote evidence-based practices, and increase access to care. Since 2009, SNC has helped public and private health care organizations across the nation, successfully reach millions of low-income, underserved individuals with affordable, effective patient-centered care. For more information visit www.safetynetconnect.com
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