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June 2, 2022

Respiratory Specialists partners with AblePay

Spring Township-based Berks Schuylkill Respiratory Specialists Ltd. has entered into a strategic partnership with AblePay Health designed to provide its patients with savings on their out-of-pocket medical costs.

Berks Schuylkill Respiratory Specialists focuses its practice on pulmonary medicine, asthma, and sleep, and conducts clinical research trials. Serving patients in Berks, Montgomery, Schuylkill, Carbon, and eastern Lebanon counties, the practice has affiliations with Tower Health and Penn State Health, providing physician coverage at Reading Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Joseph Hospital.

“At Respiratory Specialists Ltd., our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve while working with others who share our commitment to provide high quality, cost-competitive health care services,” Philip Seluchins, chief operating officer, Berks Schuylkill Respiratory Specialists, said in a statement. “When we saw the AblePay platform, we immediately recognized the financial impact this will have for our patients and the practice alike.”

Under the partnership, Respiratory Specialists will bring the AblePay model to its patients.

“Partnering with AblePay not only provides their patients with savings on their out-of-pocket medical costs but provides flexibility to decide how they wish to pay these expenses based on their individual financial needs,” John Fistner, AblePay founder and CEO said in a statement. He added that the program also reduces collection costs for medical providers, “allowing us to improve patient financial wellness while also enhancing the financial well-being of the provider.”

Healthcare consumers can enroll in AblePay’s no-cost program which provides flexible payment terms and convenience with a high level of support for members, the company said in a press release announcing the partnership.

“The business model works to assist both providers and healthcare consumers, strengthening that relationship while benefitting the communities they serve,” the release stated.

According to information on the AblePay website, the program is available to consumers with a primary health insurance in place – including Medicare – to set up payment options for partner providers.

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June 1, 2022

Ablepay Health and Respiratory Specialists, Ltd Announce Partnership

Allentown PA. June 1, 2022: AblePay Health (AblePay) announced a strategic partnership with Respiratory Specialists, Ltd. and the Sleep Health Center to bring the AblePay model to their patients.

Respiratory Specialists, Ltd. is a comprehensive practice focused in pulmonary medicine, asthma, and sleep. In addition, the practice conducts clinical research trials associated with all areas of focus.

Respiratory Specialists, Ltd. serves patients in Berks, Schuylkill, Carbon, and Eastern Lebanon Counties from their office in Wyomissing, Pa. They also have affiliations with Tower Health and Penn State Health, providing physician coverage at Reading Hospital and St. Joseph’s Hospital. 

“At Respiratory Specialists, Ltd., our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve while working with others who share our commitment to provide high quality, cost-competitive health care services. When we saw the AblePay platform, we immediately recognized the financial impact this will have for our patients and the practice alike.” Said Philip Seluchins, Chief Operating Officer, Berks Schuylkill Respiratory Specialists

“We are excited to partner with Respiratory Specialists, Ltd. said John Fistner, AblePay founder and CEO. “Partnering with AblePay not only provides their patients with savings on their out-of-pocket medical costs but provides flexibility to decide how they wish to pay these expenses based on their individual financial needs. In addition, our program reduces collection costs for medical providers, allowing us to improve patient financial wellness while also enhancing the financial well-being of the provider.”

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About Respiratory Specialists, Ltd.

Respiratory Specialists, Ltd. (lungmd.net) assists patients with respiratory and sleep disorders and covers respiratory specialties at their affiliated hospitals. Each of their physicians has received board certification in Internal Medicine with subspecialty board certification in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. In addition, their team includes physicians board-certified in Sleep Medicine. All physicians receive support from a dedicated, experienced, and specialized team of nurse practitioners.

About AblePay Health

Founded in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in 2016, AblePay Health (ablepayhealth.com) offers a simple solution to increasing healthcare costs in the United States. Since its inception, AblePay has assisted healthcare consumers and medical providers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Over the past 18 months, they have expanded to Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and Georgia.

AblePay Health assists healthcare providers in reducing their collection expenses while increasing receivable times. Healthcare consumers interested in lowering their out-of-pocket medical costs can enroll in this no-cost program. In addition, the program provides flexible payment terms and convenience with a high level of support for members. The business model works to assist both providers and healthcare consumers, strengthening that relationship while benefitting the communities they serve.

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June 1, 2022

AblePay Health and Healthcare Council of Western Pennsylvania Announce Partnership

Allentown PA. June 1, 2022: AblePay Health (AblePay) announced a strategic partnership with the Healthcare Council of Western Pennsylvania (HCWPA) to bring the AblePay model to its members.

HCWPA is a nonprofit regional trade association representing acute and non-acute facilities, organizations serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and specialty healthcare providers, in 30 counties in western Pennsylvania and northern West Virginia.

“We are excited to partner with the Healthcare Council of Western Pennsylvania,” said John Fistner, Founder and CEO. “Our platform accelerates revenues and removes the costs associated with collecting out-of-pocket payments for medical providers while completely changing the patient experience. Working with HCWPA will allow us to introduce our patient financial engagement program to a market that may be unfamiliar with how we are benefitting providers and their patients.” 

Nick Vizzoca, President of the Healthcare Council of Western Pennsylvania, said, “Our new partnership with AblePay Health creates an exciting and innovative opportunity for our members. We were intrigued by AblePay’s unique business model that allows medical providers to decrease costs and dramatically increase revenues while assisting their patients in diffusing rising out-of-pocket medical expenses. We’re thrilled to welcome AblePay to our association and are excited to see the impact that it will make for our Members and their Patients.”

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About Healthcare Council:

Healthcare Council of Western Pennsylvania is a regional association representing a continuum of healthcare facilities, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, long-term acute care providers, and specialty hospitals. In addition, we partner with more than 30 sponsors and business associates that support the region’s healthcare providers.  We are the strategic partner and neutral convener for our membership to work collaboratively and address common concerns and share best practices while enabling them to help improve the health of our communities and maintain their status as economically viable entities. The Healthcare Council prepares regular financial and workforce reports to help decision-makers in their planning processes, provides up-to-date educational and training materials on best practices and compliance, and serves as a hub for connecting members to relevant industry resources.

About AblePay Health:

Founded in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, in 2016, AblePay Health (ablepayhealth.com) offers a simple solution to increasing healthcare costs in the United States. Since its inception, AblePay has assisted healthcare consumers and medical providers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Over the past 18 months, they have expanded to Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and Georgia, with new markets on the horizon.

AblePay Health assists healthcare providers in reducing their collection costs, increasing receivable times, and bettering their financials. Healthcare consumers interested in lowering their out-of-pocket medical expenses can enroll in this no-cost program. In addition, the program provides flexible payment terms and convenience with a high level of support for members. The business model works to bridge the gap between providers and healthcare consumers, strengthening the relationship and creating a better patient experience.