Sept. 9, 2015
Vision Source has entered into a relationship with UnityPoint Health, an integrated health system which provides care to 4.5 million patients annually.
Vision Source says individuals in Iowa, Western Illinois, Southern Wisconsin and South Dakota will enjoy improved access to eye health and vision services.
The relationship between Vision Source and UnityPoint Health is intended to deliver improved access to vision and eye health services throughout nine regions in Iowa, Illinois, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Both organizations say they focus on improving population health outcomes through a collaborative care approach for the patient. UnityPoint Health provides healthcare with a team approach to accomplish their mission, providing the “best outcome for every patient every time.” Likewise, Vision Source optometrists are trained to screen for early detection of systemic diseases like diabetes and hypertension, then refer and collaborate with local primary care physicians to provide patient care and improved outcomes.
“Vision Source and UnityPoint Health are a natural fit, as both organizations are committed to ensuring high levels of patient care, satisfaction and outcomes,” says Jim Greenwood, president and CEO of Vision Source. “Our relationship with UnityPoint Health will enhance their already superior ability to provide integrated care in the most appropriate setting by expanding their reach through the Vision Source optometry network.”
UnityPoint Health concurs. “We look forward to building our relationship with the 121 Vision Source practices that span our nine coverage areas in Iowa, Illinois, South Dakota and Wisconsin,” says Aric Sharp, vice-president, Accountable Care, UnityPoint Health. “Working with Vision Source will give us the ability to better coordinate quality vision care to these areas on a broad scale. Patient access is vital, and Vision Source is a well-known brand that patients trust. We are pleased to expand our network for the benefit of our patients.”
