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Nephrologists Lead Care, We Support

Nephrologists are in the driver’s seat of new value-based care models. Participate with confidence and guidance.

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Pursue Value-Based Care with Confidence

We empower nephrologists to succeed in new, transformative value-based care arrangements, including Comprehensive Kidney Care Contracting (CKCC) and Medicare Advantage full risk contracts.

You continue to lead care for your patients. We serve as an extension of your practice.

Kidney Heroes

Give your patients more resources through multidisciplinary care teams

Experienced Care Team

Supercharge clinical decision-making through powerful data

Dedicated Caregivers

Focus on patients, not administrative tasks

Hear From A Partner

Hear from NANI’s (Nephrology Associates Northern Illinois and Indiana) CEO Brian O’Dea and Nephrologist Dr. George Naratadam, DO. about the formation of our patient centric, value-based care partnership.

What really made Strive the right partner for NANI is their culture, their attitude toward the patient, their understanding that this is focused on the patient.

Brian O’Dea CEO, NANI
 

What our Partners Say

Kidney disease is a large-scale health problem that nephrologists are best equipped to manage, and we recognize that the future of nephrology is value-based. The opportunity to participate in risk contracts offers massive potential for NANI to improve patient care, enhance the physician experience and grow the value of our practice to our patients. Strive brings a shared commitment and a proven track record in value-based kidney care, and we are excited to build a long-standing strategic partnership with them as we continue to grow.

Brian O’Dea Chief Executive Officer at NANI

Strive’s solution is integrated into our practice, which allows our clinicians to adapt for these models while having the support of Strive’s robust infrastructure. We are confident that this new approach will allow us to improve outcomes, deliver a better patient experience and lower costs.

Dr. Fahd M. Al-Saghir Nephrologist and President at Michigan Kidney Consultants

Delivering kidney care through the old fee-for-service model is simply unsustainable. The best way to improve outcomes and reduce costs is to take a more comprehensive approach, aligning with partners like Strive and SSM Health, who provide essential resources and infrastructure.

Dr. Gary Singer Nephrologist and Sr. Partner at Midwest Nephrology Associates

Resources For Healthcare Partners

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Health and Well Being

We care about your physical well-being, so your insurance starts the day you join strive.

Medical, Dental & Vision
We offer a variety of medical (HMO, PPO and HDHP) plans through United Healthcare and Kaiser, two dental plans and one comprehensive vision plan.

Life & Supplemental Insurance
Strivers are provided 100% employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability coverage as of your start date. Additional supplemental insurance, including accident, life and critical illness, are available.

Flexibility and Time Off

Transformational work takes high performance. We believe Strivers perform better when they are fully charged, so we provide flexibility to support your inner well-being.

Hybrid-Remote Work
Our hybrid-remote approach ensures team members can work from home while collaborating in person when needed. Strive provides a full technology package and monthly technology reimbursement.

Vacation Time
Full-time, regularly scheduled Strivers can use vacation time for travel, relaxation or volunteering.

Sick Time
Life happens, so we provide up to two weeks of paid time off annually for illness, medical care, caregiving responsibilities and other types of emergencies.

Well-Being Days
Annual Strive-wide well-being days off provide Strivers the opportunity to focus solely on their well-being.

Paid Holidays
Annual Strive-wide holidays allow all Strivers to disconnect together to reflect and celebrate.

Paid Leave
Our 12 weeks of paid birth giving leave and four weeks of paid bonding leave start day one. We provide a four-week paid sabbatical after five years to return recharged. In alignment to our mission, we offer a paid living donor leave if any Strivers choose to become a living donor.

Other Perks

The needs of every Striver are different, so we ensure our benefits support a wide range of community, family and professional well-being.

Retirement and Financial Planning
Strive provides a 401k with an employer match, access to the Best-Interest Advice program and our financial planning tools, Empower and SoFi.

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
Strive is dedicated to promoting a sense of community and at work. We currently offer Parents/Guardians/Caregivers, Strive Forward (LGBTQIA+), Underrepresented Minorities, Women & Allies and Veterans’ ERGs.

Mental Health Platforms & Employee Assistance Programs
Strivers have access to Headspace Care through Kaiser, Calm Health through both medical carriers and a full-service Employee Assistance Program.

Family-Forming Support
Strive partners with Maven Maternity through UHC. Strivers enrolled in UHC gain access to Maven’s virtual platform designed to support women’s and family health. Maven provides personalized, on-demand guidance for navigating family-building, pregnancy, postpartum and parenting journeys.

Strivers enrolled in Kaiser will still have access to their Birth-Giving Support Program that includes prenatal care, labor and delivery support, postpartum and newborn care and additional services.

Professional Development
Strive supports growth through annual professional development reimbursements, paid time off for clinical licensure requirements and tuition discounts through CSU Global.

Employee Discounts
Strive offers Fetch for pet insurance since we know that your pets are part of your family. Strivers also enjoy PerkSpot for product discounts such as gyms and daycares near you, electronics, hotels and more. The best part? PerkSpot is customizable to your interests.

Matthew Kerr,

RD, LD

Manager, Dietetics

"Food for your kidneys shouldn't feel like a punishment. I build a nutrition plan around your lifestyle and help you make small changes that stick, not strict rules that don't fit. I'm here with ongoing encouragement, so you don't have to navigate your health journey alone."

Lyndsey Edwards,

LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

“I offer a safe space for you, your family and your caregivers to navigate the emotional ups and downs of your health journey. I am here to connect you to community resources that can improve your quality of life. No matter where you are on your journey, you don't have to do it alone." 

Rhonda Washington,

MSN, CRNP

Nurse Practitioner

"You'll always have someone in your corner who knows your full story. I adjust your medications, order labs and coordinate your care across nephrologists, primary care providers and your wider team to catch problems early. When it's time to weigh treatment options, I walk you through each one, so you choose what's right for you." 

Maya

Ready to Take Charge of Her Health

How Strive Helped
Maya's Strive Health team helped her understand her new diagnoses by sharing Spanish-language resources and building a plan for what comes next. She even met with a Strive dietitian who created a personalized nutrition plan. Maya now feels confident and in control of her health. 
 
The story presented is a composite based on real patient experiences. No actual patient names or identifying details are used. 

James

Determined to Stay on Track

How Strive Helped
James’ Strive nurse practitioner helped him coordinate home delivery for his medications, so he never misses a refill. Together they built a simple, realistic plan that connected James to a cardiologist and kept his whole care team informed and on track. 

The story presented is a composite based on real patient experiences. No actual patient names or identifying details are used.   

Patricia

Advanced Care for Advanced Needs

How Strive Helped
Patricia's Strive social worker helped her access financial assistance programs, find resources to afford her medications and connect to community support. Now, she has a team in her corner, and she no longer faces her health journey alone. 

The story presented is a composite based on real patient experiences. No actual patient names or identifying details are used.

Betsy Gonzales,

BSN, RN

RN Care Manager

"There is always something we can do. I know that firsthand as a former dialysis patient. Together we set clear goals for your blood pressure, hydration and diet. I treat every small win like a big one. I'm not just your clinician. I'm an ally who understands the journey."