Avoiding Costs

When faced with complex healthcare decisions, the wrong choice can impact health and wealth.

Wellworth provides:

  • Expert healthcare navigation to avoid unnecessary medical procedures and expenses.

  • Personalized solutions tailored to individual medical and financial needs.

  • Direct coordination with top-tier medical professionals to ensure seamless care.

We ensure clients receive the right care at the right time — without unnecessary expenses, delays, or stress.


CASE STUDY I: Avoiding Unnecessary Surgery

Jim, age 58, Arizona

SITUATION

  • A wealth advisor contacted Wellworth regarding their client, Jim, who was facing severe spinal pain for six weeks, impacting his ability to work, exercise, and sleep.

  • Jim had already consulted three orthopedic surgeons and a neurologist, with surgery appearing to be the only option.

  • He needed a solution to relieve pain and regain function without resorting to an invasive procedure.

INTERVENTION

  • Wellworth conducted an in-depth assessment and identified an alternative approach: physiatry and targeted therapy.

  • Wellworth located an in-network physiatrist for Jim, who administered PRP injections and prescribed specialized physical therapy.

  • Acted as the central coordinator, ensuring:

    • Direct communication between physicians and physical therapists.

    • Scheduling and appointment management.

    • Therapy adjustments based on Jim’s progress.

RESULT

  • After 15 therapy sessions, Jim was pain-free, back at work, and able to exercise again.

  • Surgery was avoided, preventing unnecessary costs and recovery time.

  • Jim regained his quality of life without the risks of an invasive procedure.


CASE STUDY II: Avoiding an ER Visit with Immediate At-Home Care

Betsy, age 44, Boston

SITUATION

  • At 11 PM on Saturday, Betsy, an executive, recognized the symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI) — urgency, pressure, and cramping.

  • Her primary care physician was unresponsive, leaving her to consider an Emergency Room visit.

  • She wanted a faster, more convenient solution without the long wait times and costs of an ER visit.

INTERVENTION

Wellworth responded immediately, arranging:

  • An at-home registered nurse to perform a rapid diagnostic test.

  • A telehealth consultation with a physician for a formal diagnosis.

  • A prescription for medication.

RESULT

  • Betsy received timely, expert medical care without leaving her home.

  • She avoided a stressful and costly ER visit, reducing both wait time and medical expenses.

  • She could focus on her recovery without disrupting her daily life.


CASE STUDY III: A Smarter Approach to Mental Health Treatment

Alison, age 13, Seattle

SITUATION

  • Alison, was experiencing severe anxiety, depression, and an eating disorder.

  • Her weight had dropped to 78 lbs at 5’8” over four months, putting her at critical health risk.

  • Her family’s wealth advisor contacted Wellworth after the family considered a $95,000/month out-of-network treatment facility.

INTERVENTION

  • Wellworth conducted a comprehensive assessment and executed a national search for the best treatment options.

  • Identified an in-network, highly specialized treatment program in Wisconsin capable of treating:

    • Her eating disorder.

    • Her underlying anxiety and depression.

  • Facilitated seamless enrollment, ensuring:

    • Insurance coverage was maximized, reducing the financial burden.

    • The facility provided the right level of care with a proven success record.

RESULT

  • Alison spent four months in treatment, receiving comprehensive care for her conditions.

  • Wellworth managed her transition to outpatient care, ensuring continued progress.

  • She now weighs 125 lbs, has returned to school, and is mentally and physically thriving.

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