Owens & Minor Rolls Out Welldoc-Powered Digital Health Tool for Diabetes

Byram Healthcare, a home-based care company and part of Owens & Minor, has launched its ByramConnect personalized digital health program powered by the Welldoc App.

The program analyzes member data across six health dimensions to help optimize outcomes for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and related conditions like hypertension, weight management, and cardiovascular risk. The tool offers actionable insights and reports to share with providers and care teams.

ByramConnect powered by the Welldoc App is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-cleared Class II software-as-a-medical device (SaMD). In clinical studies, patients using the app saw improvements in several important measures related to their condition, including reduced (A1C), lower blood pressure and lower body weight.

Using the Welldoc App, care teams are given a holistic view of diabetes’ patients condition through patient-tracked health data and connected sources like fitness trackers, blood glucose meters, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), blood pressure monitors, scales, heart rate monitors, and medical labs and pharmacies.

The tool also offers digital coaching, diet and nutrition support, GLP-1 medication support, reporting and insights, and mental wellbeing features.

“Chronic health conditions like diabetes are complex and can have long-term health implications that require multiple supportive interventions over the course of a member’s care journey,” said Perry Bernocchi, EVP and CEO, Patient Direct, Owens & Minor. “We’re proud to offer Byram members a clinically validated platform designed to help them achieve concrete goals, such as weight management and improved control over their diabetes, in addition to longer-lasting behavior changes that help support a lifetime of better overall health.”

In July 2024, Owens & Minor began the deal to acquire Rotech Healthcare Holdings, a privately-held, home-based care business. The transaction is valued at $1.36 billion.