How Stork Club Helps Reduce Pregnancy Risks and Healthcare Costs: Focusing on Preeclampsia and Gestational Diabetes

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Pregnancy is both exciting and challenging, particularly when high-risk conditions like preeclampsia and gestational diabetes come into play. According to the CDC, 1 in 25 pregnancies in the U.S. is affected by preeclampsia, and 7.8% of pregnancies are impacted by gestational diabetes. Stork Club addresses these risks through tailored care, proactive guidance, and expert consultations, leading to better health outcomes and reduced healthcare costs for both mothers and employers.

Early Detection of Preeclampsia

Preeclampsia, marked by high blood pressure and potential organ damage, is a leading cause of preterm births. Studies show that early intervention, including regular monitoring and personalized care, can reduce the severity of preeclampsia by 25%. Stork Club's personalized care plans guide mothers with specific steps to have proactive access to medical professionals, like OBGYNs and midwives via the app and remind them to track blood pressure and other vital signs, especially if they're in the risk cohort.

By lowering the risk of high-risk pregnancies, Stork Club helps reduce hospitalization costs. The average cost of a preeclampsia-related preterm birth can reach $49,000 per infant in the first year. By proactively managing this condition, employers who sponsor maternity care can avoid substantial medical bills while supporting their employees' health.

Better Management of Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes affects nearly 7.8% of pregnancies and can lead to complications like larger-than-average babies (macrosomia), which often necessitate C-sections or extended neonatal care. Stork Club offers tailored care plans focused on blood sugar management and nutrition counseling, helping mothers maintain healthy glucose levels. Research shows that managing blood sugar levels effectively can reduce the incidence of macrosomia by 60%, leading to fewer costly medical interventions.

Preventing these complications also translates into major cost savings for employers. A study found that effective management of gestational diabetes can lower healthcare costs by 34% during pregnancy, reducing the need for C-sections, neonatal care, and other expensive interventions. This also supports mothers' quicker return to work, cutting down on lost productivity.

Reducing Healthcare Costs for Employers

Stork Club’s evidence-based care model benefits employers by reducing costly emergency interventions while providing personalized care when people need it the most. A 20% reduction in overall maternity-related healthcare costs has been observed in companies that offer comprehensive maternity programs. By providing access to a multidisciplinary team of OBGYNs, midwives, doulas, and nutrition experts, Stork Club ensures that mothers receive the right care at the right time, avoiding unnecessary expenses.

For example, preventing a preterm birth can save employers up to $65,000 in medical costs. By investing in proactive maternity care through Stork Club, employers can not only improve health outcomes but also significantly reduce healthcare expenses.

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Sources:

  • CDC: Preeclampsia Facts
  • Postdelivery Intervention to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes and the Cost-Effectiveness of Screening Criteria for Gestational Diabetes (CDC)​
  • Health Affairs: Maternity Programs and Employer Costs
  • American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology: Cost-Effectiveness of Managing Gestational Diabetes