introducing the real Digital Health Innovation
Merova connects preventive care providers and patients through integrated digital platforms, enabling collaborative care that aims to reduce the risk of diabetes complications and support improved long-term health outcomes.
Addressing the challenge
Today, 537 million people worldwide live with diabetes, and every year, 6.7 million lives are lost. The global economic burden exceeds $966 billion annually, with diabetic patients generating 2.3 times higher healthcare costs than those without the disease.
Current healthcare delivery models predominantly focus on treating complications after they occur rather than investing in early prevention. By the time patients require medical intervention, costs escalate significantly: amputations exceed $50,000, kidney failure requires lifelong dialysis, and cardiovascular complications demand intensive interventions. Merova offers an alternative approach: we provide preventive care providers—medical pedicurists and nutritionists—with digital infrastructure to support early intervention strategies, with the aim of reducing complication risk before medical treatment becomes necessary.
People living with diabetes globally
Deaths from diabetes each year
Higher costs for diabetics vs. non-diabetics
Young adults in pre-stages of diabetes globally
Our integrated solution
Merova’s two-sided digital ecosystem brings together preventive care professionals and patients, facilitating collaborative care that aims to support healthier outcomes
Zia
Our AI-powered companion helps patients understand their body, recognize their own health patterns, and make informed decisions. Zia provides personalized guidance, educational content, and ongoing support between provider visits.
Anton
Our AI-powered companion helps patients understand their body, recognize their own health patterns, and make informed decisions. Zia provides personalized guidance, educational content, and ongoing support between provider visits.
The preventive care approach
Our model facilitates a transition toward preventive care delivery. By equipping medical pedicurists and nutritionists with digital tools, we enable early identification of risk factors, with the aim of intervening before complications requiring expensive medical treatment develop. When preventive care providers document care in Anton and patients engage with Zia, they create a comprehensive preventive ecosystem. This collaboration—data from providers, self-awareness from patients—forms the foundation for early intervention aimed at reducing complication risk.
The preventive bubble emerges from this partnership: providers and patients working together, supported by our digital infrastructure, with the shared goal of maintaining health and avoiding complications.
Reduced pressure on emergency services through preventive intervention
Potential for decreased complication-related costs
Sustainable care model supporting long-term health outcomes
Our approach is evidence-based, clinically validated, and designed for seamless integration within existing insurance operations.
Average reduction in medical expenses over two years for participants in diabetes prevention programs
Source: National Diabetes Prevention Program
Annual healthcare cost reduction per employee in digital diabetes prevention programs
Source: Health Economics & Outcomes Research
Reduction in progression from prediabetes to type 2 diabetes through early intervention
Source: Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP)
Preventive care offers potential for significant cost reduction compared to traditional reactive treatment models—supported by comprehensive research and clinical data.
Diabetes contributes $306.6 billion annually in direct medical costs to the U.S. healthcare system alone. Insurers bear the brunt: diabetic patients generate costs that are 2.3x higher than non-diabetics.
Complications are the real cost driver. A single diabetic foot amputation: $50,000+. Kidney failure requiring dialysis: $90,000+ annually per patient. Cardiovascular complications: hundreds of thousands in interventions and ongoing care.
Opportunity to reduce claims costs through early preventive intervention strategies
Enhanced ability to manage high-risk populations before complications escalate
Technology infrastructure designed to expand alongside growing member populations
Distinguish your offerings with innovative preventive care solutions
Comprehensive analytics supporting evidence-based decision-making
We track meaningful metrics that demonstrate real value for patients, healthcare providers, insurers, and society at large
Our focus differs from traditional telehealth platforms: we provide digital infrastructure specifically designed for preventive care specialists—medical pedicurists and nutritionists—who serve as the frontline of diabetes prevention These specialists engage with patients in early stages, before complications necessitate medical intervention. Our platform enables comprehensive care documentation, patient progress monitoring, and early risk identification—with the goal of supporting patient health and reducing hospital admissions.
of the global diabetes population reached
average health improvement among users
people with diabetes covered by insurance
Enhanced patient self-management capabilities and health literacy
Improved data accessibility supporting more informed clinical decision-making
Enhanced care coordination with focus on early intervention strategies
Potential reduction in complication rates and associated healthcare expenditure
More informed patient populations may require fewer emergency interventions
Enhanced transparency supporting sustainable healthcare delivery models
UNITED NATIONS Sustainable Development Goals
Merova's mission directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, creating measurable impact on global health, equality, and economic sustainability
Good Health and well-being
By preventing diabetes complications, reducing mortality rates, and improving patient health outcomes, we directly contribute to ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all ages.
Our impact goal: 29% health improvement by 2035
Decent work and economic growth
Reducing healthcare costs by $4,552+ per patient and creating sustainable employment for preventive care providers drives economic efficiency and productivity in healthcare systems.
Our impact goal: $966B annual burden reduced
Industry and innovation
Our digital infrastructure for preventive care providers represents innovation in healthcare delivery, building resilient systems that scale preventive services efficiently.
Our impact goal: 59M digital treatments by 2035
Reduce inequalities
Making insurance accessible for people with diabetes breaks down financial barriers to healthcare, reducing inequality in access to preventive services and quality care.
Our impact goal: 2.2M insured patients by 2035
Sustainable cities and communites
By reducing hospital visits and emergency care needs, we contribute to more sustainable healthcare infrastructure and healthier urban communities.
Our impact: Reducing mortality caused by complications
Partnerships for the goals
Collaborating with insurers, pharmaceutical companies, and preventive care providers creates multi-stakeholder partnerships essential for achieving sustainable health outcomes.
Our impact: Cross-sector collaboration model
