Protera Health, a physician-led leader in digital musculoskeletal (MSK) care, has announced the integration of its nationwide clinical network with Epic through Epic Care Link. This advancement allows Protera Health clinicians to access patient medical histories, imaging, and referral data instantly, while enabling participating health plans and health systems to view Protera Health’s clinical documentation directly within Epic. The result is faster care coordination, enhanced transparency, and improved outcomes for MSK patients.
Epic is one of the most widely adopted electronic medical record (EMR) systems in the United States, trusted by the majority of large health systems and an expanding number of health insurance providers. By connecting with Epic, Protera Health strengthens the link between virtual MSK care and existing clinical infrastructures, creating a fully integrated, physician-led experience.
“Digital MSK care should be connected, not siloed,” said Dr. Melvin Makhni, spine surgeon and President/Co-Founder of Protera Health. “Epic integration ensures our care aligns with each patient’s full medical history and their existing providers—raising the standard for what virtual MSK care can be.”
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With the EpicCare Link integration, Protera Health physicians can:
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Review patient clinical histories and imaging
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Prescribe non-narcotic pain medications and durable medical equipment (DME)
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Order MSK imaging such as X-rays and MRIs
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Communicate securely with referring and primary care providers
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Refer patients for in-person consultations when needed
“With value-based care driving the future of healthcare, EMR integration is no longer optional—it’s essential,” said Dr. Kyle Casadei, Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician and Medical Director at Protera Health. “By plugging directly into Epic, we’re helping health plans and health systems eliminate delays, enhance collaboration, and deliver a better experience for every MSK patient.”
As healthcare organizations navigate increasing cost pressures, collaborative solutions like Protera Health’s Epic integration will play a pivotal role in supporting value-based care objectives. By ensuring interoperability between digital care platforms and established provider networks, Protera Health is setting a new benchmark for accessible, coordinated, and outcomes-driven MSK care.