FDS Amplicare Selects Amendola Communications as Agency of Record

Award-winning Health and Health tech PR and marketing agency and innovative pharmacy solutions provider partner to amplify client successes and industry best practices

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., April 13, 2021 – Amendola Communications, a nationally recognized, award-winning healthcare, health tech and life sciences public relations and marketing firm, announced today that FDS Amplicare has selected the firm as its public agency of record.  Amendola is implementing a comprehensive media and communications program that will showcasethe success of FDS Amplicare’s collaborative work with clients and bring greater awareness of its pharmacy software solutions, which include business intelligence, medication synchronization, claims reconciliation and medical billing.

“We are strong advocates for community pharmacists, who have so many stories to share, explains David Roth, chief growth officer, FDS Amplicare. “It has been a challenge to break through the COVID news cycle, but Amendola’s broad experience and deep relationships with pharmacy and healthcare media and digital influencers is what got our attention and they have delivered since day one. They generated immediate visibility with creative storytelling in our top tier media targets and we look forward to ongoing awareness and market momentum.”

FDS Amplicare has more than 30 years of experience in delivering pharmacy software solutions ranging from claims reconciliation and medical billing to business intelligence, patient communications, and Medicare plan selection. By combining proven technologies and pharmacy clinical and financial expertise, these solutions help pharmacies and their patients save time and money while delivering quality patient care.

Welcoming FDS Amplicare’s industry-leading pharmacy software solutions to the agency roster, Jodi Amendola, CEO of Amendola said, “We value FDS’ commitment to advancing financial and operational efficiencies of community-based pharmacies. It aligns perfectly with our results-oriented approach and passion for improving the healthcare system. It has been a pleasure to leverage their unique data, client successes and vision to the fast-changing market.”

To learn more about Amendola, visit www.acmarketingpr.com. To learn more about FDS Amplicare, visit www.fdsrx.com or www.Amplicare.com.

About Amendola Communications

Amendola is an award-winning, insights-driven public relations and marketing firm that integrates media relations, social media, content and lead gen programs to move healthcare, life sciences/pharma and healthcare IT decision-makers to action. The agency represents some of the industry’s best-known brands as well as groundbreaking startups that are disrupting the status quo. Nearly 90% of its client base represents multi-year clients and/or repeat client executives. Amendola’s seasoned team of PR and marketing pros understand the ongoing complexities of the healthcare ecosystem and provide strategic guidance and creative direction to drive positive ROI, boost reputation and increase market share. Making an impact since 2003, Amendola combines traditional and digital media to fuel meaningful and measurable growth. For more information about the industry’s “A-Team,” visit www.acmarketingpr.com, and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

About FDS Amplicare

FDS Amplicare strengthens the health of pharmacies and their patients. Through the delivery of innovative software products and services, we enable the evolution of the clinically focused New Era Pharmacy, empowering our clients to provide comprehensive pharmacy and clinical care services for their communities. To learn more about FDS Amplicare, visit www.fdsrx.com or www.Amplicare.com.

Virtual Care Leader eVisit Taps Amendola as Agency of Record

Healthcare IT PR agency aims to amplify voice of enterprise-ready virtual healthcare platform through media engagement

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 28, 2021 – Amendola Communications, a nationally recognized, award-winning healthcare and technology public relations and marketing firm, announces that virtual care leader eVisit has selected the group to manage its media outreach and thought leadership initiatives. The decision comes after an extensive review of other national agencies.

Founded in 2014, eVisit started with the goal to simplify the way healthcare organizations deliver care to their patients, regardless of where they are. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth has accelerated and virtual care solutions are a crucial way health systems and hospitals are delivering patient care and staying competitive.  As a market leader, eVisit aims to ensure virtual visits are as easy as possible for providers and their patients, all while enhancing care quality.

“We are tremendously excited for this partnership with the Amendola team,” says Bret Larsen, CEO and Co-founder, eVisit. “We chose Amendola because of the team’s energy and passion for earned media, their keen ability to see a good story and their expertise in healthcare. As we continue toward our vision to simplify healthcare delivery to everyone, everywhere, we welcome their contribution with more eyes on our mission, technology and services, as well as to help us amplify eVisit’s unique position in the marketplace.”

Amendola joined forces with eVisit shortly after the virtual care leader raised $14 million in series A funding. In 2020, eVisit also saw their inclusion in the 2020 Gartner Market Guide for Virtual Care Solutions, which names eVisit as a Representative Vendor and cites the five critical capabilities to look for when selecting a virtual care solution. A tremendously useful tool for healthcare leaders, a complimentary copy of the Oct. 2020 Gartner Market Guide for Virtual Care Solutions can be accessed by clicking here.

Amendola will leverage its media relationships to help showcase eVisit’s services, innovation, consultative approach and customer successes, with an emphasis on securing exposure opportunities through media, speaking and other engagements for company leadership, its customers, and the providers and patients who benefit directly from the eVisit solution.

“Amendola thrives by telling stories. We earn media engagements by focusing on education, and by digging deep to find interesting angles that writers and reporters will want to delve into,” says agency CEO, Jodi Amendola. “As virtual care becomes the norm, it’s an honor to work with eVisit, a company whose founders are mission-driven and believe in the need to simplify healthcare delivery to everyone, everywhere.”

About Amendola

Amendola is an award-winning, insights-driven public relations and marketing firm that integrates media relations, social media, content and lead-gen programs to move healthcare, life sciences/pharma and healthcare IT decision-makers to action. The agency represents some of the industry’s best-known brands, as well as groundbreaking startups that are disrupting the status quo. Nearly 90% of its client base represents multi-year clients and/or repeat client executives. Amendola’s seasoned team of PR and marketing pros understand the ongoing complexities of the healthcare ecosystem and provide strategic guidance and creative direction to drive positive ROI, boost reputation and increase market share. Making an impact since 2003, Amendola combines traditional and digital media to fuel meaningful and measurable growth. For more information about the industry’s “A-Team,” visit www.acmarketingpr.com, and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

About eVisit
eVisit simplifies healthcare delivery with its market-leading virtual care platform. With eVisit, healthcare organizations can deliver faster, more accessible virtual care using their own network of providers, regardless of specialty. eVisit works seamlessly across enterprise service lines and departments to improve outcomes, reduce costs, and boost revenue. Based in Mesa, Ariz., eVisit helps more than 100 healthcare organizations, including the largest systems in the U.S., innovate and succeed in today’s changing healthcare market. eVisit is a Representative Vendor in the Gartner 2020 Market Guide for Virtual Care. Get your complimentary copy here. For more information, visit evisit.com.

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Pivot Point Consulting Engages Amendola for Strategic PR and Marketing Services

Health IT PR award-winning agency and Best in KLAS consulting firm partner to amplify client successes and industry best practices

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct.13, 2020 – Amendola Communications, a nationally recognized, award-winning healthcare and technology public relations and marketing firm, announced that Pivot Point Consulting has selected the firm to amplify client successes and industry best practices after a competitive review of agencies.

With 450+ consultants and serving more than 100 provider and payer organizations nationwide, Pivot Point Consulting, a Vaco Company based in Brentwood, Tenn. provides Best in KLAS healthcare IT services ranging from advisory, implementation, optimization, managed services and talent solutions.

“Pivot Point Consulting is thrilled to have Amendola in our corner,” said Rachel Marano, Pivot Point Consulting’s Managing Partner and Co-Founder. “Having been recognized as the 2020 Best in KLAS Overall IT Services Firm, as well as a Best Place to Work by Modern Healthcare, we’re excited to join forces to share our story with a broader audience who may not be as familiar with the successful outcomes we’ve accomplished with our clients in mission-critical segments including Managed Services, Revenue Cycle, M&A, Telehealth and Data Analytics.”

“We look forward to the opportunity to broadcast Pivot Point Consulting’s experiences and KLAS-ranked quality in the market,” said agency CEO, Jodi Amendola. “They are a fast-rising powerhouse in the health IT consulting industry — executing innovative strategies for their clients and creating a truly differentiated experience for their consultants.”

Amendola is implementing a comprehensive media and communications plan that will showcasethe success of Pivot Point Consulting’s collaborative work with their clients and bring greater awareness of their breadth of services and innovations as a healthcare IT consulting and advisory leader.

“Our goal is not only to tell our story, but more importantly to share and celebrate the excellent work our clients and consultants are doing,” says Marano. “We are excited to drive the healthcare IT conversation forward at a time when learning and sharing lessons with the community has never been more important.”

About Amendola

Amendola is an award-winning, insights-driven public relations and marketing firm that integrates media relations, social media, content and lead gen programs to move healthcare, life sciences/pharma and healthcare IT decision-makers to action. The agency represents some of the industry’s best-known brands as well as groundbreaking startups that are disrupting the status quo. Nearly 90% of its client base represents multi-year clients and/or repeat client executives. Amendola’s seasoned team of PR and marketing pros understand the ongoing complexities of the healthcare ecosystem and provide strategic guidance and creative direction to drive positive ROI, boost reputation and increase market share. Making an impact since 2003, Amendola combines traditional and digital media to fuel meaningful and measurable growth. For more information about the industry’s “A-Team,” visit www.acmarketingpr.com, and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

About Pivot Point Consulting

Pivot Point Consulting, the 2020 Best in KLAS: Overall IT Services Firm, enables healthcare organizations to realize the most value from their technology and data through their Advisory, Implementation, Optimization, Managed Services and Talent Solutions. Pivot Point Consulting works with provider and payer organizations and has 450+ employees serving over 100 clients nationwide. Pivot Point Consulting has earned many industry and workplace quality awards including: Best in KLAS: Overall IT Services Firm (2020), Top Three Best in KLAS for HIT Implementation and Support (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019), Highest Rated Vendor in KLAS Implementation Services in the Select Category (2017), #1 in KLAS for Epic Consulting in the Select Category (2016), and was named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work (2020). For more information, visit www.pivotpointconsulting.com and follow Pivot Point Consulting on LinkedIn.

Media Contact:

Marcia Rhodes
Amendola Communications
mrhodes@acmarketingpr.com

Diameter Health Engages Amendola For Strategic Public Relations, Social Media and Content Marketing Services

Healthcare agency to increase awareness of scalable solutions for streamlined clinical data optimization

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 24, 2020 – Amendola Communications (Amendola), a nationally recognized, award-winning healthcare and health IT public relations and marketing firm, announced that Diameter Health has hired the agency to provide strategic PR, social media and content marketing services to drive thought leadership and visibility of its clinical data optimization technology for health plans, state and federal government, health information exchanges and throughout the healthcare ecosystem.

Amendola will promote Farmington, CT-based, Diameter Health through ongoing PR and content development programs, supported by Amendola’s top-tier industry and media relations team. Drawing on Amendola’s deep industry knowledge and diverse media relationships in healthcare, business and consumer media, the comprehensive program will promote the benefits of quality healthcare data that improves patient care, increases revenue, as well as reduces administrative burden.

“I’ve worked with Amendola at two previous companies and Jodi and the A-team deliver top notch results,” says Terry Boch, chief commercial officer at Diameter Health. “In the short time we’ve been working together, the program has already made an impact. Their depth of healthcare knowledge, marketing and public relations expertise and industry connections have been fundamental in communicating our solutions for clinical data optimization to clients and prospects.”

“I am ecstatic to add Diameter Health to our growing family of companies that rely on Amendola to gain ongoing visibility in a dramatically shifting marketplace,” said agency CEO Jodi Amendola. “Diameter Health, which normalizes and enriches clinical data to create real time value, improving both the quantity and quality of data, is leading the way with improved ROI, which is especially important during this economic environment. In addition to delivering industry leading technology to automate data optimization for clients with real successes and outcomes, the company is led by an experienced, proven management team. We look forward to the ongoing partnership and to building momentum to drive strategic growth.”

With automated, proven technology and a five-step data optimization process, Diameter Health improves both the quality and quantity of clinical data available to drive critical business and healthcare processes. Diameter Health provides a longitudinal patient record, packaged and ready for use in HEDIS reporting, risk adjustment, care management, and gaps in care solutions. With a highly scalable platform that aggregates clinical data from disparate systems, Diameter Health’s solutions deliver FHIR-ready standardized, interoperable data that is more accurate and complete.

About Amendola Communications

Amendola is an award-winning, full-service and insights-driven public relations and marketing firm that integrates PR, social media, content and lead gen programs to move healthcare, life sciences/pharma and healthcare IT decision-makers to action. The agency represents some of the best-known brands and groundbreaking startups that are disrupting the status quo. Amendola’s seasoned team of PR and marketing veterans understand the complex healthcare environment and provide strategic guidance and creative thinking to deliver proven ROI that boosts reputations and drives market share. Making an impact since 2003, with an unprecedented number of repeat clients, Amendola combines traditional, digital and new media to drive growth. For more information about the industry’s “A-Team,” visit www.acmarketingpr.com, and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

About Diameter Health

Diameter Health is the standard for clinical data optimization, transforming raw patient information into the highest quantity and quality of interoperable data for healthcare organizations. Powered by automated, scalable, auditable technology and a team of industry experts, Diameter Health delivers actionable and enriched clinical data that enables real-time transactions, improved analytics, reduced cost, and better care outcomes. The Diameter Health platform enables organizations that depend on multi-source clinical data streams, such as health plans, Health Information Exchanges (HIEs), healthcare IT, life insurers, and state and federal governments to realize greater value from their data. For more information, visit www.diameterhealth.com or contact us at info@diameterhealth.com.

Media Contact:

Marcia G. Rhodes, VP, Amendola Communications

mrhodes@acmarketingpr.com

CareMount Medical and CareMount Health Solutions Engages Amendola for Strategic PR and Marketing Strategy and Services

Healthcare agency to build thought
leadership for population health management solutions provider

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Feb. 25, 2020 Amendola Communications, a nationally recognized, award-winning healthcare and technology public relations and marketing firm, announced today that CareMount Medical has engaged the agency to provide strategic public relations and marketing communications services.

CareMount Health Solutions, a physician-owned management services organization that is affiliated with CareMount Medical, is a leader in delivering population health management services including care coordination and clinical programs, data analytics, financial and actuarial analysis, and quality gap closure.

Additionally, CareMount’s Next Generation Accountable Care Organization (ACO) generated $778,583 in shared savings in 2018 as part of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Next Generation ACO Model initiative, one of just 38 Next Generation ACOs nationally to achieve earned savings for the time period.

“CareMount is pleased to have Amendola help us secure exposure for our key thought leadership areas such as value-based care, population health, and our enterprise-wide analytics platform,” said Scott D. Hayworth, M.D., President and CEO of CareMount. “We are pleased to partner with Amendola to help spread the word about our highly successful network development strategy and our expertise in helping our partners position themselves for the changing healthcare environment.”

“CareMount Medical is the largest independent multispecialty medical group in New York State and enjoys a long and distinguished history as a provider of world-class care for its patients,” said agency CEO Jodi Amendola. “We are proud to partner with CareMount as it builds on its success, while also helping the broader provider industry lay the foundation for the value-based processes that are critical to the future of healthcare.”

Amendola will create a comprehensive media relations plan that will include securing media placements to showcase the results of CareMount’s population health management program. A multi-pronged communications approach will include press releases and media pitches, contributed content, speaking engagements and awards to position the CareMount team as subject matter experts and thought leaders.

About Amendola

Amendola is an award-winning national public relations, marketing communications, social media and content marketing firm. Named one of the best information technology (IT) PR firms in the nation four times by PRSourceCode, Amendola represents some of the best-known brands and groundbreaking startups in the healthcare and HIT industries. Amendola’s seasoned team of PR and marketing pros delivers strategic guidance and effective solutions to help organizations boost their reputation and drive market share. For more information about the PR industry’s “A-Team,” visit www.acmarketingpr.com, and follow Amendola on Twitter and LinkedIn.

About CareMount Medical P.C.

CareMount Medical, P.C. is the largest independent multispecialty medical group in New York State, providing comprehensive medical care of the highest quality to over 665,000 patients in more than 45 locations throughout Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Columbia, and Ulster counties and New York City. Founded in 1946 as Mount Kisco Medical Group, CareMount has grown to over 650 physicians and advanced practice professionals representing 50 different medical specialties. CareMount is affiliated with world-class organizations including Massachusetts General
Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, and Northwell Health. CareMount offers on-site laboratory and radiology services, endoscopy and infusion suites, and operates eight urgent-care centers. Our physicians are frequently recognized as best doctors in respected publications and have been featured in lists including New York Magazine’s “Best Doctors,” Westchester and Hudson Valley Magazine’s “Top Doctors” as well as in Castle Connolly Medical’s “Top Doctors.” For additional information about CareMount Medical and its specialties, please visit: www.caremountmedical.com.

Media Contact:

Marcia Rhodes
Amendola Communications
480.664.8412 ext. 15
mrhodes@acmarketingpr.com