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Welldoc’s comprehensive digital health platform provides multi-condition support across pre-diabetes, diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, and weight and obesity management, with integrated mental wellbeing and sleep support.

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Simon Salgado

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Kathy Brunner

VP Employer Sales

Cardiometabolic health conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, pose a significant challenge for employers. These conditions not only affect the well-being of employees but also drive up healthcare costs. In fact, 70% of employer healthcare expenses are tied to preventable lifestyle conditions1. Fortunately, there are innovative solutions available to help employers address these issues and support their workforce

The Employer Cost Challenge

The prevalence of cardiometabolic conditions is on the rise. 60% of U.S. adults have at least one cardiometabolic condition2, and 40% have two or more. This has a substantial impact on employer costs, with diabetes alone costing over $413 billion per year3. Additionally, the emergence of GLP-1 medications for weight loss, while promising, has contributed to rising medical spending trends.  

Why Traditional Solutions Fall Short

Traditional approaches to managing cardiometabolic conditions often fall short due to several barriers:

  • Access Challenges: Rural and underserved areas face difficulties in accessing adequate care, with healthcare workforce shortages exacerbating the problem.  
  • Lack of Engagement: Many individuals with chronic conditions do not receive the necessary support for self-management. For example, less than 10% of those with a new diabetes diagnosis receive proper diabetes self-management education4.  

Welldoc’s Digital Health Platform: A Smarter Approach

Welldoc offers a comprehensive digital health platform designed to address these challenges and provide effective support for employees with cardiometabolic conditions. The platform includes a member-facing app and population health analytics, delivering personalized, AI-driven coaching and support.  

Key features of the Welldoc platform include:

  • Holistic Condition Support: The platform supports a range of cardiometabolic conditions, including type 1 and type 2 diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, pre-diabetes, and weight management. This comprehensive approach simplifies condition management for employees, many of whom have multiple comorbidities.  
  • Personalized AI Coaching: Welldoc’s AI-driven coaching provides real-time feedback and support, tailored to individual needs. The platform supports the six dimensions of health: medications, symptoms, health and lab data, activity and sleep, psychosocial factors, and food.  
  • Device Agnostic: Welldoc’s platform connects with over 400 devices, including activity trackers, blood glucose monitors, and blood pressure cuffs, allowing members to use devices they already own.  
  • Focus on Engagement: The platform is designed to drive meaningful engagement, with users averaging 30 interactions per week. This high level of engagement contributes to better outcomes and cost savings.  
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Proven Results and Cost Savings

Welldoc’s digital health platform has demonstrated significant clinical outcomes and cost savings:

  • Diabetes Management: Studies have shown an average 1.9% reduction in A1C levels for individuals using the platform5, with even greater reductions (over 3%) when paired with a continuous glucose monitor (CGM)6. This improvement in diabetes management can lead to substantial cost savings, with estimates of $3,048 to $3,252 in savings per person per year7.  
  • Weight Management: The platform supports weight management, with 68% of users experiencing an average 6% weight loss over six months8. This can result in cost savings of around $1,109 per member per year9,10.  
  • Hypertension Control: Welldoc’s platform has been shown to reduce systolic blood pressure by 7 to 12 mmHg11, further contributing to improved health outcomes.  

Flexible Implementation Options

Welldoc offers flexible models to meet the diverse needs and priorities of employers:

  • Per Utilizer Per Month (PUPM): Employers pay for the platform based on actual usage.  
  • Per Eligible Member Per Month (PMPM): Employers pay a fixed rate for unlimited access to the platform for all eligible employees.  

A Partner in Employee Health - Get in touch with WellDoc today!

Welldoc’s digital health platform delivers a comprehensive and effective solution for employers committed to addressing cardiometabolic conditions within their workforce. More than just a benefit, it’s a strategic investment in the long-term health and productivity of your employees. By offering personalized support, driving engagement, and delivering proven results, Welldoc not only empowers your employees to improve their health but also enables you to proactively manage rising healthcare costs and gain a competitive edge in attracting and retaining top talent.

Contact Welldoc today to schedule a demo and explore how our tailored solutions can drive measurable results and a healthier future for your employees and your bottom line.

Learn more at: www.welldoc.com or send us message at www.welldoc.com/contact-us!

For more information, contact:

Kathy Brunner – kbrunner@welldocinc.com

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1 Blocked. Launchways.com. Published 2025. Accessed April 17, 2025. https://www.launchways.com/home-telehealth-can-reduce-your-businesss-healthcare-costs-heres-how/

2 CDC. About chronic diseases. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Published October 4, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-disease/about/index.html

3 CDC. Fast Facts: Health and Economic Costs of Chronic Conditions. Chronic Disease. Published July 12, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/chronic-disease/data-research/facts-stats/index.html

4 CDC. Referring Patients to DSMES. Diabetes. Published May 22, 2024. https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/hcp/dsmes/index.html

5 Quinn, C.C. Shardell, M.D. Terrin, M.L. Barr, E.A. Ballew, S.H. Gruber-Baldini, A.L. Cluster-randomized trial of a mobile phone personalized behavioral intervention for blood glucose control. Diabetes Care. 2011 Sep;34(9):1934-42. Erratum in: Diabetes Care. 2013 Nov;36(11):3850.

6 Kumbara A, Iyer A, Leone K, Shomali M. Evaluating the Impact of a Combined Real-Time CGM/Digital Health Solution on Glucose Control for People with Type 2 Diabetes. Poster presented at: ATTD Conference Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes, Barcelona & Online, 2022.

7 IBM Watson Health. Estimating the economic value of a digital therapeutic in type 2 diabetes. Welldoc-sponsored report 2018. Published August 2018.

8 Welldoc Data on File. Subset of multiple Welldoc programs (n = 106 who paired with weight scales/data). 68% of 106 experienced an average of 6% weight loss over a duration of 6 months. ​Results may vary based on Welldoc App adherence​.

9 National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Overweight & Obesity Statistics . National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Published December 13, 2018. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-statistics/overweight-obesity

10 Thorpe K, Toles A, Shah B, et al. Weight Loss-Associated Decreases in Medical Care Expenditures for Commercially Insured Patients With Chronic Conditions. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 63(10):p 847-851, October 2021. | DOI: 10.1097/JOM.0000000000002296

11 Kumbara A, Iyer A, Shomali M. Blood pressure improvement in people using a digital health solution for comprehensive diabetes self-management. Poster presented at: 16th Annual Cardiometabolic Health Congress; October 14-17, 2021; National Harbor, MD.

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