Adventist HealthCare and PicassoMD Announce Two-Year Partnership

PicassoMD and Adventist HealthCare have partnered to improve patient referrals. Using PicassoMD’s platform, providers can refer patients to specialists based on needs, quality, and coverage, aiming for better outcomes and reduced costs.

PicassoMD, a leader in value-based healthcare technology, and Adventist HealthCare, a renowned health system in the greater Washington, D.C., area, are excited to announce a new two-year partnership to streamline patient referrals for Adventist HealthCare’s clinically integrated network, the Adventist HealthCare Physician Alliance, and deliver world-class care for patients in the Washington, D.C. region.

PicassoMD’s value-based referral platform makes it simple for Adventist HealthCare’s providers to refer their patients to the most appropriate specialists based on clinical needs, quality of care, and insurance coverage. By leveraging specialist cost and quality data, PicassoMD empowers Adventist HealthCare clinicians to make well-informed decisions with a focus on patient well-being.

"Finding innovative ways to enhance collaboration and communication between providers ensures timely and appropriate referrals to specialists for patients. This is key to better health outcomes and lower healthcare costs. PicassoMD has been an important partner in supporting streamlined and efficient referrals at the Adventist HealthCare Physician Alliance and we look forward to seeing our relationship develop further," said Aaron Cohen, President, Physician Enterprise, Adventist HealthCare.

This collaboration underscores a shared commitment between PicassoMD and Adventist HealthCare to use cutting-edge technology to optimize healthcare delivery and improve patient care.

"We are thrilled to partner with the Adventist HealthCare Physician Alliance to advance value-based referrals. Our collaboration will help streamline the referral process, reduce insufficiencies surrounding transitions of care, and provide a more personalized healthcare experience. Our shared commitment to improving patient outcomes and reducing costs makes this partnership a natural fit." said Dr. Reza Sanai, cofounder and Co-CEO of PicassoMD.

About PicassoMD

PicassoMD is a value-based company focused on one mission: transitioning quantity care into quality care.

The PicassoMD platform connects primary care providers and specialists for real-time clinical decision support, referrals, and care coordination.

PicassoMD was founded by physicians and seasoned entrepreneurs and backed by high-caliber, health-focused investors, including Greycroft, Blue Venture Fund, and Metrodora Ventures. Everyday PicassoMD helps make care more accessible, affordable, and equitable.

To learn more, visit picasso.md.

About Adventist HealthCare

Adventist HealthCare, based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, is one of the longest-serving health systems in the Washington, D.C., region, and one of the largest employers in Maryland. It includes Shady Grove Medical Center, White Oak Medical Center, Fort Washington Medical Center, Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation, Home Care Services, Adventist Medical Group, Imaging and a large clinically integrated network, the Physician Alliance. Additionally, Adventist HealthCare manages the operations of Howard University Hospital and the Howard University Faculty Practice Plan. Our Mission is to extend God’s care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing.

To learn more, visit AdventistHealthCare.com.