In a Historic First, Arete Health Partners with InsideTracker to Bring Preventative Health Care as a Covered Benefit for Its Members Turning “Sick Care” into “Health Care”
Mariah Bridges mbridges@insidetracker.com
U.S. healthcare is falling short. It spends more on healthcare per capita than any other country, yet compared to its international peers, it ranks last in health outcomes.
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Byron Sanders, CEO of Arete Health, notes, “Patients deserve better. They deserve a true partner in health—one that funds access to the latest bio-medical innovations to identify risks and symptoms early, that proposes actionable steps so people can course-correct to avoid serious illness and live thriving, full lives. Arete Health and HealthLab are making that vision a reality by partnering with InsideTracker, the leading health-analytics software provider.”
This bundled healthcare benefit, fully covered by insurance, combines comprehensive blood testing with InsideTracker’s clinically validated recommendation engine. Based on their blood results, employees will receive personalized health coaching and actionable recommendations to improve their diet, exercise, and overall well-being. This will empower them to proactively address potential health concerns.
InsideTracker’s entry into healthcare establishes it as the leader in a busy welltech market. Its platform is supported by peer-reviewed research and draws insight from more than a decade’s worth of biomarker data. It’s HIPAA compliant and SOC2 Type II certified. These qualities make it uniquely equipped to meet the stringent, high-volume demands of healthcare.
“People are tired of a healthcare system that ignores them until they have a serious condition,” says Byron Sanders, CEO of Arete Health. “Our partnership with InsideTracker represents a true paradigm shift. We're moving beyond traditional 'sick care' by prioritizing prevention and early intervention. By empowering employees with data-driven insights and personalized guidance, we can help them build lasting health and reduce the burden of chronic disease.”
In a pilot study, Arete found that preventative health services could reduce overall healthcare costs by 76%. For example: By offering 3,000 HbA1c tests, the researchers identified 193 people at risk for prediabetes. The cost savings for treating these patients early came to $1.7 million. Plus, it allowed patients to avoid the pain and suffering of a more serious issue, like type 2 diabetes.
In addition to HbA1c, InsideTracker will measure dozens of biomarkers associated with heart health, brain function, inflammation, sleep, hormone balance, and other critical areas of health. Then it will pair that with guidance and recommendations that help users avoid disease, make lasting behavior changes, and live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
A New Approach to Preventative Care
Under the current healthcare system, people see their primary care providers once a year for just 17 minutes, on average. If PCPs order bloodwork, they look at only a few biomarkers, and the results are presented as a confusing list of lab values. Patients are lost about what to do next.
“Imagine a world where for every lab you have evidence-based guidance, next steps, and a roadmap to health,” says HealthLab CEO Michael Gillam, MD, FACEP. “And now imagine it's covered by insurance.”
By adding InsideTracker to a traditional healthcare plan, this partnership makes that vision a reality. “We performed a systematic review of the market and found InsideTracker to be the clear leader in blood analytics,” says Dr. Gillam. “So we are excited to bring this collaboration to life.”
“People base the majority of their healthcare decisions on what their insurer covers,” says Rony Sellam, CEO of InsideTracker. “By entering the network of covered services, we're making InsideTracker accessible to millions of people, breaking down barriers to high-quality preventative care and empowering individuals to live longer, healthier lives.”
Arete Health is offering InsideTracker as part of a package that supplements its traditional medical coverage. For about $50 per employee, employers can arm their entire workforce with clinically validated tools for building long-term health.
About Arete Health
Arete Health is a healthcare innovation firm dedicated to revolutionizing access to high-quality, affordable healthcare for everyday people. Founded with the belief that those who care for our communities deserve better care themselves, Arete Health reimagines how healthcare is delivered and funded—prioritizing prevention, cutting-edge biotech, and innovative insurance models that lower costs while improving outcomes. With a mission to make the best in medicine and wellness accessible to all, Arete Health partners with forward-thinking organizations to create a healthier, more powerful future. To learn more, visit www.aretehealth.com.
About HealthLab
HealthLab is a pioneering AI-driven platform designed to accelerate the adoption of WellTech solutions into healthcare. Our suite of technologies—including the Genesis Engine, Revelation Engine, and our Data, Discovery, and Delivery platforms—enables seamless integration of new digital health innovations into clinical workflows. By providing a scalable infrastructure for data ingestion, AI-powered insights, and automated care delivery, HealthLab helps insurers, health systems, and wellness companies rapidly deploy and measure the impact of WellTech solutions. Our white-label approach ensures partners can customize offerings while leveraging HealthLab’s proven infrastructure to drive engagement, improve outcomes, and reduce costs. Learn more at www.healthlab.com.
About InsideTracker
InsideTracker is the industry leader in health analytics. Through a comprehensive analysis of your blood, DNA, lifestyle, and nutrition habits, it provides personalized recommendations for living longer, looking younger, and achieving peak performance. To date, InsideTracker has helped more than 100,000 people transform their health. Its recommendations include nutrition, supplements, and exercise adjustments. Whether you're an athlete, professional, or parent, InsideTracker can deliver peak health in a way that fits seamlessly into your life. www.insidetracker.com
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