inReach VIRTUAL ORTHOPEDIC SUPPORT
Instant Access to Specialists
InReach Virtual Orthopedic Support is 24/7 virtual support connecting your ER, Clinic, and Hospitalist teams directly to board-certified orthopedic surgeons.
What Do We Do?
InReach Virtual Orthopedic Support delivers real-time virtual orthopedic consultations for emergency departments and inpatient teams to retain orthopedic patients and keep cases local whenever possible.
When a patient presents with a fracture or musculoskeletal injury:
- ER staff initiates a consult through our HIPAA compliant, secure platform
- A board-certified orthopedic surgeon responds in under five minutes
- Imaging and case details are reviewed collaboratively
- Treatment recommendations are provided based on your available orthopedic surgeons or midlevels
- Transfer is advised only when clinically appropriate; we make every effort to keep the patient local.
There is no equipment to install and no IT integration required. Most hospitals can implement the program within 2-3 weeks.
This service works alongside existing orthopedic coverage or fills gaps when no specialist is available.
What Problems Do We Solve?
Hospitals face increasing financial and clinical pressure related to orthopedic coverage.
Revenue Loss from Transfers
The average orthopedic transfer results in approximately $21,400 in lost hospital revenue. This includes emergency department charges, surgical procedures, inpatient stays, and follow-up care. Repeated transfers create long-term patient outmigration.
Limited After-Hours Orthopedic Coverage
Many hospitals rely on visiting orthopedic surgeons or shared coverage models. When a patient presents overnight or on weekends, emergency teams often default to transfer due to lack of immediate specialist input.
Support Better Work/Life Balance for Your Orthopedic Surgeons
We manage all orthopedic call coverage while your surgeon(s) focus on building their practice, reducing burnout, improving lifestyle, and allowing them to deliver high-quality care without the strain of constant call responsibilities.
InReach Virtual Orthopedic Support is built specifically for hospitals and made to retain orthopedic patients and increase your orthopedic footprint.
Staff Fatigue and Burnout
Emergency providers experience decision fatigue when managing complex fractures without orthopedic backup. This contributes to burnout, lower morale, and recruitment challenges.
Increasing ER Volumes
As patient volumes rise, hospitals need efficient specialty consult access to avoid unnecessary delays and transfers.
InReach Virtual Orthopedic Support addresses these challenges by providing instant specialist guidance that strengthens clinical confidence and protects hospital revenue.
What Makes Us Different?
InReach Virtual Orthopedic Support is built specifically for hospitals, not generic telehealth platforms.
- 24/7 access to board-certified orthopedic surgeons
- Average response time under five minutes
- No hardware, platform, or software required
- No IT integration necessary
- Standalone service with no obligation to use other inReach programs
- Designed for rural and community hospitals
Hospitals trust inReach because it is a physician-founded organization serving more than 150 hospitals nationwide. The program integrates into existing workflows without disruption.
What Do Our Metrics Show?
InReach Virtual Orthopedic Support delivers measurable financial and clinical impact.
Financial Impact
- Average added net patient revenue of over $1,000 per consult
- Average of $21,400 revenue retained per avoided transfer
- One retained case per month often offsets the full program cost
Transfer Reduction
- 47 percent reduction in orthopedic transfers at facilities with existing coverage
- 87 percent of consulted cases remain local
Response Time and Efficiency
- Average orthopedic consult response time under five minutes
- Immediate impact, start keeping patients and cases on day 1
Patient Retention
- 77 percent patient retention rate for cases managed locally
- Increased likelihood that patients return for follow-up care
Utilization Benchmarks
- 50 to 100 or more consults within the first year at many partner hospitals
- 30 to 50 percent or greater case retention rate depending on hospital size
These metrics demonstrate strong return on investment while improving patient access and staff confidence.
Keep Orthopedic Care Local. Expand Access Without Expanding Overhead.
Let Us Help You Deliver Expert Virtual Support That Improves Access and Outcomes!
Strengthen Orthopedic Coverage and Retain Revenue
If your hospital is transferring orthopedic cases due to coverage gaps or lack of specialist access, inReach Virtual Orthopedic Support can help.
This service allows hospitals to:
- Reduce unnecessary orthopedic transfers
- Retain surgical revenue
- Improve emergency department confidence
- Support local patient care
- Reduce orthopedic call burden, providing a better work life balance for your existing orthopedic surgeons
Contact inReach Health today to learn how inReach Virtual Orthopedic Support can strengthen your orthopedic coverage and improve financial performance.
