Introduction
South African e-health innovator RecoMed has entered into a strategic partnership with Kaelo Health, a provider of affordable health insurance, to enhance virtual healthcare accessibility. This collaboration aims to streamline the delivery of virtual healthcare through a unified platform, making it easier and more convenient for South Africans to access medical services.
Tech-Driven Healthcare Marketplace
RecoMed operates as a comprehensive online healthcare marketplace and booking system. The platform connects healthcare practitioners, patients, and other stakeholders, facilitating over 250,000 unique patient visits each month. With more than 100,000 bookings confirmed monthly, RecoMed plays a crucial role in the South African healthcare ecosystem by simplifying the process of scheduling and managing medical consultations.
Innovative Health Insurance Solutions
Kaelo Health is dedicated to providing affordable health insurance products and essential healthcare services. The company focuses on ensuring both physical and mental well-being for South Africans through innovative financial solutions and comprehensive coverage options.
Enhanced Access to Virtual Healthcare
The partnership between RecoMed and Kaelo Health is set to significantly reduce the costs associated with self-care for patients. This collaboration enables healthcare practitioners to develop customized screening questions for patients, which are completed prior to their virtual consultations. This process allows practitioners to better understand patients' needs and offer more targeted and efficient care during online appointments.
Advancing Healthcare Accessibility
Dr. Arianna Alletzhauser, Head of Clinical Operations at Kaelo Health, emphasized the mission behind the partnership, stating, “Our goal is to provide quality and affordable healthcare that enhances the lives of all South Africans. As a provider of low-cost health insurance products, we aimed to create a platform that extends access to primary healthcare services. Partnering with RecoMed has enabled us to realize this vision on a larger and more innovative scale.”
