The Healthcare Problem We Can’t Ignore: How Vytalize Health is Solving the Overburdened Healthcare System Crisis
Why Vytalize Health is #1 on the Inc. 5000 and Poised for Even Greater Growth
Vytalize Health earned the top spot on the Inc. 5000 list by achieving extraordinary growth—over 90,000% in three years. This success is driven by their recognition that true healthcare disruption requires addressing the needs of both patients and physicians.
The Problem
The U.S. healthcare system is facing unprecedented challenges that put immense pressure on physicians and patients. The rise of chronic diseases, a shortage of primary care doctors, and skyrocketing healthcare costs have made it harder for physicians to provide the care their patients need. According to the Association of American Medical Colleges, the U.S. could face a shortage of up to 124,000 physicians by 2034. This leaves doctors overwhelmed, stretched too thin, and unable to focus on preventive, patient-centered care that could improve outcomes.
For physicians, the impact is clear: burnout rates are at an all-time high, with more than 63% of physicians experiencing symptoms of burnout, according to a recent American Medical Association study. This crisis is not just about overwork; it’s about the emotional toll of a system that makes it harder for doctors to do what they entered the profession to do—help people. When physicians are overworked, patient outcomes suffer. The Commonwealth Fund reports that the U.S. ranks last among developed countries for healthcare outcomes due mainly to a system that reacts to illness rather than preventing it.
The Impact on Patients and Rising Healthcare Costs
Patients, particularly those with chronic illnesses, feel the effects of this strained system most acutely. National Institutes of Health data shows that 6 in 10 adults in the U.S. have a chronic disease, and these conditions account for 90% of all healthcare costs. Unfortunately, many primary care physicians cannot focus on preventive care without enough time and resources, leading to more hospitalizations, higher healthcare costs, and worse patient outcomes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, chronic disease management is mainly hindered by a lack of proactive care, pushing more patients into emergency care rather than providing them with the ongoing support they need.
Vytalize Health’s Solution: Empowering Physicians with Value-Based Care
Vytalize Health recognized these problems and set out to solve them by changing the way healthcare is delivered. At its core, Vytalize is a provider enablement platform that helps primary care physicians shift to value-based care, focusing on improving patient outcomes rather than the number of services provided. By equipping doctors with data-driven tools, care management support, and financial incentives, Vytalize empowers them to deliver more personalized, proactive care.
The company’s approach to healthcare is not just about treating diseases but preventing them. By giving physicians the resources they need to track and manage their patient’s health over time and build stronger relationships with them, Vytalize helps doctors catch problems early and intervene before they escalate. For example, their platform uses data analytics to identify high-risk patients, ensuring they receive timely care, thus preventing unnecessary emergency room visits and hospitalizations.
A Case Study in Proactive Care: George Marmo’s Story
George Marmo: Provided by Vytalize Health
One example of how Vytalize’s value-based care approach saves lives is the story of George Marmo, a Medicare patient whose life was changed by an Annual Wellness Visit. When George turned 65, his provider noted a family history of prostate cancer and began regular testing and screenings. Years later, this proactive monitoring led to an early diagnosis of prostate cancer, allowing George to begin treatment immediately. Today, he is cancer-free and able to spend time with his family.
George’s story doesn’t end there. The same proactive approach caught another potential health issue—pre-diabetes. Thanks to regular screenings as part of his AWV, George’s care team noticed his HbA1c levels were rising and began working with him on a holistic plan to improve his diet and exercise. By addressing the issue early, George avoided a diabetes diagnosis and is now seeing his health improve. His experience highlights how Vytalize Health’s platform enables physicians to provide personalized care plans that lead to better patient outcomes.
“If it wasn’t for this proactive approach, the outcome may have been drastically different,” George says. “I now feel like I’m in control of my health, and my provider is truly invested in my well-being.”
Supporting Overworked Physicians
Dr. DeeDee Luke,MD: Provided by Vytalize Heatlh
One of the most important aspects of Vytalize’s model is how it supports overburdened physicians. The company allows doctors to focus on patient care rather than administrative tasks or financial pressures. In fact, Vytalize takes on all of the financial risk for its partner practices, giving doctors the confidence to spend more time with patients without worrying about costs.
Dr. DeeDee Luke, MD, a primary care physician, shared her experience of how Vytalize helped her regain control of patient management:
“Joining an ACO [like Vytalize Health] helped me to put all of that into one bucket where I could keep track of my patients a little bit better,” said Luke. “I could see where they are, who they are seeing, what medicines they are taking, and it just became one centralized place for me to do that. With Vytalize, you can actually quantify and see what I’m doing to help my patients. Because of that, I have less stress, and I’m able to concentrate on just seeing the patient.”
Dr. Luke’s story highlights how Vytalize’s platform improves patient tracking and care coordination and provides real-time data on hospitalizations and treatments, ensuring that nothing is overlooked. As a result, physicians like Dr. Luke experience less stress and can focus on the quality of care they provide rather than managing the complexities of healthcare alone.
Changing the Future of Healthcare
“Vytalize Health’s success isn’t just measured in dollars saved or rankings achieved—it’s measured in the lives changed and the health outcomes improved,” said Faris Ghawi, CEO and co-founder of Vytalize Health. “By partnering with over 3,000 primary care physicians and helping them deliver better, more personalized care to more than 450,000 patients, Vytalize is proving that the future of healthcare is about prevention, personalization, and proactive management.”
As the company expands into additional payer spaces, including Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and commercial plans, their impact is only growing. Vytalize is not just transforming healthcare for physicians and patients—they’re paving the way for a healthcare system that works for everyone.
The healthcare system is facing enormous challenges, but companies like Vytalize Health are showing that there is a better way. By focusing on value-based care, preventive measures, and patient-centered solutions, Vytalize is improving patient outcomes and alleviating the strain on overworked physicians. In doing so, they are helping to build a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone.
For physicians and healthcare providers interested in shifting to value-based care, Vytalize Health offers a proven model that improves outcomes, reduces costs, and supports the well-being of both patients and doctors. To learn more about how Vytalize Health is transforming healthcare, visit www.vytalizehealth.com.
