Overview
Empirica provides quality health assessments in 24 hours at a fraction of the alternative cost. Typically improved quality, 10X faster, 10% of the cost * . Time from patient problem to resolution will typically be reduced from weeks or months to hours.
Patient priorities
Accessible healthcare - Having timely access to care without excessive barriers (financial, geographic, or administrative); this is foundational as without access, no other priorities can be met
Affordable treatment - Being able to pay for necessary care without financial ruin; closely tied to accessibility
High-quality care - Receiving effective, evidence-based treatment from qualified providers; once care is accessible and affordable, its quality becomes paramount
Safety - Being protected from harm, errors, and complications during treatment; a fundamental requirement of any healthcare interaction
Clear communication - Understanding diagnoses, treatment options, and care plans in plain language; essential for informed participation
Compassionate treatment - Being treated with dignity, respect, and empathy; addresses emotional and psychological needs
Involvement in decisions - Having preferences considered and participating in shared decision-making about care
Coordination of care - Experiencing seamless handoffs between different providers and healthcare settings
Convenient services - Minimizing waiting times and administrative burden when seeking or receiving care
Privacy and confidentiality - Having personal health information protected; important but less immediately critical than other priorities
(* Travelling and wait times taken into consideration)