Revolution Health Launches Today
Guess who I just talked to on the phone? At then invitiation of the fabulous Cynthia, I just spoke with Steve Case, who took time out of his busy schedule to speak with Sarah, Goon Squad Sarah, Kelly of Mocha Momma, Mommy Needs Coffee's own Jenn Satterwhite and little old me about his latest venture - RevolutionHealth.com.
The site just launched today, and I'm quite impressed with what they are offering. While the site is still in its infancy, they plan to become to go-to destination for health online, with several great ways to get the information you need to take charge of your own health. You can read the press release here.
The site features tools to rate and compare doctors and health facilities, information on different conditions from top sources, a symptom checker, drug and treatment options and a comprehensive section with tips for healthy living. What really has me enthusiastic is the addition of community features that allow users to share their own experiences with one another, in addition to getting advice from medical experts.
As a mother, and a mommyblogger, I have learned more about childhood illnesses, vaccinations, learning delays, you name it, from my peers. The first place that many of us turn is the internet - and frankly, with millions of search results for the average symptom, it can be a scary process trying to find out what you need to know. Revolution Health has built-in categories, and can help you find a knowledgeable group of peers, as well as the experts you need to make decisions about your family's health.
They also have a service that allows you to speak with a human being (hurry and sign up - they are giving away complimentary year-long memberships for early users.) They have a call center that is staffed with nurses, who can help you determine what time of provider you need to see, and will locate a provider that is accepting patients and is covered by your health plan - while providing all the background information you need about the physician they recommend and their user rating from other members of Revolution Health. They can also help by acting as an intermediary between you and your insurance plan. Knowing first hand how frustrating it can be to deal with coverage and co-pays and deductibles and in-plan doctors - this sounds like an invaluable service.
Go check out the site, and add your own feedback on your health professionals and services - I'm looking forward to seeing how Revolution Health evolves.





Comments
G'day, just dropped over from MochaMomma's to check out her fellow interviewers for Steve Case.
Yvonne
Posted by: dragon-mum | January 23, 2007 4:14 PM
I disagree with you. Indeed, I’m not giving a ringing disagreement, but just sayin’ what I think. I have my opinion, you have yours.
Posted by: micb97 | April 3, 2008 2:47 AM