Dell Services today announced that it has been selected by specialty managed healthcare service provider MedRisk, Inc. to support its applications development, infrastructure expansion and managed security services as part of a 10-year agreement.

The services from Dell will enable MedRisk to increase business performance, position it for future growth, and to quickly develop and deploy advanced, innovative solutions designed to promote quality care and return-to-work-oriented treatment for injured workers.

MedRisk offers patient-centered care through access to a national network of physical therapists, occupational therapists and chiropractors with expertise in treating work-related injuries. MedRisk clients include the nation’s leading insurance carriers, self-insured employers, third-party administrators, state funds, managed care organizations and case management companies.

Dell will provide MedRisk with access to best-in-class IT services; advanced managed security support; and additional applications development resources and experience. Ranked No. 1 in IT Services for healthcare providers based on 2011 revenue1, Dell’s selection by MedRisk underscores its momentum in the growing and competitive healthcare market.

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“Providing our clients with innovative solutions backed by cutting-edge service technology is a cornerstone of the MedRisk model. Through this partnership, MedRisk and Dell will combine their resources and expertise to offer some of the most effective and efficient managed care solution in the workers’ compensation industry.”
Dan Kelly, COO, MedRisk

“Healthcare industry leaders must innovate and adapt to the changing healthcare landscape to stay ahead in today’s environment. They need to be more nimble and create scalable sustainable processes to enable business transformation and growth. We are delighted to work with MedRisk and look forward to being a strategic advisor for its business transformation.”
Sid Nair, vice president and global general manager, Dell Services - Healthcare & Life Sciences

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1 Gartner, Inc., Market Share: IT Services, 2011, Kathryn Hale et al, April 9, 2012