Cholesterol Management

Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is made in the liver. There are two types of cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, and high-density lipoprotein, or HDL. Hyperlipidemia is the name of the condition indicating the presence of too many lipids, such as cholesterol or triglycerides, in the blood. High levels of LDL or triglycerides can be dangerous, and result in blockages, heart attack, or stroke. Factors that may increase the likelihood of hyperlipidemia include smoking, obesity, lack of exercise, and a poor diet.

High cholesterol is usually diagnosed with a simple blood test, and treated with medications. By coordinating care with participating pharmacies, TomorrowMed enabled physicians often find that their patients can save 50-70% off the price of their medications, when compared with nationally advertised retail pricing for certain branded drugs. TomorrowMed's e-prescribe solution makes prescribing and record-keeping easy, and its refill-reminders mean that physicians can proactively manage their patient's care, so that treatment is uninterrupted by miscommunications, delays, or appointment backlogs.