At GI Partners of Illinois, we’re always looking ahead and seeking out innovations that enhance patient care, streamline operations, and support our providers and staff. In 2025, we’ve taken significant strides by forging three transformative partnerships with Acucare, Athelas, and Sylvan Health. Each collaboration brings unique strengths to our physician-led practices and reinforces our commitment to delivering exceptional and patient-centered gastroenterology care.
GI Partners of Illinois Empowers Physicians with Acucare’s AI-Driven EHR Insights
In April, we partnered with Acucare, an AI-powered technology platform that makes EHR data actionable, eliminating inefficiencies and optimizing workflows in three critical areas:
- 20% of the provider and staff time is used in clinical trial operations
- 30% of provider time is lost searching for patient information
- 40% of the effort is spent on prior authorization and compliance
This collaboration positions us as the only independent GI group in Illinois utilizing Acucare’s advanced tools. By streamlining administrative tasks and enhancing clinical workflows, Acucare enables our physicians to focus more on patient care and less on paperwork. As Dr. Geogy Vennikandam, our Chief Operating Officer, stated, “This technology will allow us to scale intelligently, improve clinical performance, and continue putting our patients and providers first”.
GI Partners of Illinois Streamlines Revenue Cycle Management with Athelas
Earlier this year, we announced a partnership with Athelas to integrate their AI-powered revenue cycle management (RCM) services into our network. Athelas’ platform automates claims processing, reduces denials, and enhances overall revenue cycle management performance. This integration allows us to maintain financial sustainability while focusing on clinical excellence. Dr. Vennikandam emphasized, “By partnering with Athelas, we are embracing the future of AI-powered revenue cycle management”.
GI Partners of Illinois Integrates Nutrition into GI Care with Sylvan Health
Recognizing the vital role of nutrition in gastrointestinal health, we’ve partnered with Sylvan Health to kickstart our nutrition program, MyNutritionRx, that offers personalized nutrition care with medical expertise to support our patients’ digestive health and overall wellness.
Launched in early 2025, this collaboration offers patients access to dietary assessments, personalized meal planning, and ongoing nutritional counseling.
Dr. Vennikandam noted, “Nutrition plays a vital role in managing and treating gastrointestinal conditions, and with Sylvan Health’s expertise, we are poised to offer our patients unparalleled support and comprehensive care”.
Looking Ahead
These partnerships reflect our unwavering dedication to innovation, efficiency, and comprehensive patient care. By integrating advanced technologies and holistic approaches, we’re setting new standards in gastroenterology. We look forward to continuing this journey, always striving to provide the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to evolve and enhance our services.
