About Us
History
The Exigence Group prides itself on being a dynamic, evolutionary healthcare management organization. We thrive on the ability to diversify and customize solutions within a changing market.
AN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT FOUNDATION
Formed initially with the establishment of Buffalo Emergency Associates, an Emergency Medicine program, in 2000 at five large Emergency Departments (EDs) in Western New York, Exigence quickly became a national leader providing comprehensive solutions for hospitals and communities. Today, we serve over 500,000 patients annually.
IMPROVING IN-PATIENT CARE
In 2007, Exigence foresaw a tremendous opportunity in Hospitalist medicine for its hospital partners. The practice of hospitalist medicine is a relatively new trend for patient care, yet it can make a significant impact for both patients and hospitals. The Exigence Hospitalist staffing, management and consulting program meets the growing need for seamless care from the ED to inpatient services. Today Exigence's Hospitalist programs result in decreased length of stay (LOS) and improved patient care.
THE URGENT CARE SOLUTION
With ED overcrowding and wait times skyrocketing, Exigence saw its next likely venture to into the Urgent Care industry. The first Western New York Immediate Care opened in 2005 in Williamsville, N.Y. with two more to follow in 2008. A fourth location, in Cheektowaga, N.Y. was opened in December 2010, and a fifth location, in the City of Buffalo, will open in 2011.
In 2009, Exigence took its first step toward a national urgent care presence with the opening of Austin Immediate Care in Texas, with a second location slated to open in Round Rock, Texas in 2011. In addition, we now mange two centers in the Greater Rochester area under the brand name of Rochester Immediate Care. Our patient-centered urgent care centers currently care for over 100,000 patients annually and with patient satisfaction at an all-time high.
OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE
Pulse Occupational Medicine launched in conjunction with Western New York Immediate Care in 2005. It has now been added to all of our urgent care sites to offer comprehensive health services that help businesses reduce injuries, lower costs, and promote a safe workplace. Pulse gives employees extended access to board-certified physicians and occupational medicine nurses.
MANAGING HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Exigence Healthcare Solutions and Exigence Wellness MAPHS (Management Approach to Healthcare Solutions) were created to educate and empower employers and employees in the changing healthcare market. Our customized wellness programs include health risk assessments, diet and exercise programs and also innovative programs for understanding healthcare spending and insurance. With national healthcare reform and constantly shifting insurance policies, MAPHS helps organizations and individuals learn how to navigate the evolving landscape. Exigence Healthcare Solutions was created to introduce a Patient-Centered Medical Home model into the mix. This model provides patients with a comprehensive medical team to help them with their total healthcare management through the most convenient and efficient means possible.
