ApolloMed Announces That It Has Taken A Minority Equity Stake And Board Seat In Telehealth Company LifeMD

GLENDALE, Calif., Aug. 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Apollo Medical Holdings, Inc. ("ApolloMed" or "the Company") AMEH, an integrated population health management company delivering value-based care, today announced that it has taken a minority equity stake and board seat in Florida-based telehealth company LifeMD.

The Company will take a minority equity stake in LifeMD and Warren Hosseinion, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of ApolloMed, will take a seat on the LifeMD Board of Directors.

Based in Boynton Beach, Florida, and currently providing telehealth services in 43 states, LifeMD is a leading comprehensive telehealth company with a proprietary platform that delivers a fully-integrated telehealth solution which allows healthcare providers and patients to connect and manage medical conditions which can be treated and monitored remotely.  Their HIPAA/FERPA-compliant technology incorporates a cloud-based multi-point video conferencing system with an embedded phone bridge.  It uses a codec which is FDA-approved for transmitting medical images, sounds and data while maintaining cross-platform capabilities.  Patients can connect with a provider using their Windows, iOS or Android devices.  Providers can extend their telehealth reach with custom-designed LifeMD mobile cases, telehealth kiosks and mobile carts.  LifeMD's software platform includes a HIPAA-compliant cloud-based EHR, practice management module including scheduling, electronic prescriptions, a patient portal that enables patients to view their medical records, and a bi-directional lab interface that allows providers to order and receive labs.  LifeMD also has access to a comprehensive physician network that includes primary care providers, pediatricians and specialists.

LifeMD's systems can be configured to meet the needs of any medical facility, school or institution.  The telehealth stations include two-way video conferencing, stethoscopes, pulse oximeters, thermometers, scales, glucose meters, multi-purpose scopes (otoscope/opthalmoscope), EKG, and blood pressure cuffs.  LifeMD's diagnostic equipment and software allows a provider to virtually deliver up to a Level 5 consultation.

The Company anticipates aligning LifeMD's telehealth infrastructure with ApolloMed's extensive network of ACO, IPA, hospitalist group, hospice/palliative care and home health operations.  LifeMD will leverage ApolloMed's comprehensive network of primary care and specialist providers to expand its physician network.

"We are committed to partnering with innovative healthcare technology companies that help us achieve the triple aim of improved quality of care, improved patient satisfaction and reduced healthcare expenditures," stated Warren Hosseinion, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of Apollo Medical Holdings. "We were very impressed with LifeMD's medical-grade telehealth equipment, proprietary cloud-based software and support services, and see great potential in improving access to healthcare for our patients, deploying our Apollo Care Connect digital care plans across the care continuum and managing care in more cost-effective and convenient settings for patients."

"Our mission is to become one of the leading providers of telehealth services in the U.S.," stated Mark Vollaro, Chief Executive Officer of LifeMD. "We appreciate the confidence and support from ApolloMed, and believe this partnership will benefit both of our organizations. We are excited at the potential to integrate with ApolloMed's large ecosystem of providers and medical groups to increase the overall quality and convenience of care."

About Apollo Medical Holdings, Inc. (ApolloMed)

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Glendale, California, ApolloMed is an integrated population health management company committed to providing exceptional multi-disciplinary care in the communities it serves. ApolloMed is addressing the healthcare needs of its patients by leveraging its integrated healthcare delivery platform comprised of:  ApolloMed Hospitalists, ApolloMed ACO (Accountable Care Organization), APA ACO (Next Generation ACO), Maverick Medical Group (Independent Physician Association), Apollo Care Connect and Apollo Palliative Services (Hospice/Palliative Care and Home Health Services). ApolloMed strives to improve medical outcomes with high-quality, cost-efficient care.  For more information, please visit www.apollomed.net

About LifeMD, Inc.

Headquartered in Boynton Beach, Florida, LifeMD is a comprehensive telehealth company with a proprietary platform that delivers a fully-integrated telehealth solution to connect physicians, other medical providers, pharmacists and patients worldwide. The LifeMD technology incorporates a cloud-based multi-point video conferencing system with an embedded phone bridge. Patients can connect with a provider using their Windows, iOS or Android devices. Providers can extend their telehealth reach with custom-designed LifeMD mobile cases, telehealth kiosks and mobile carts.  The service is available 24/7/365.  For more information, please visit www.lifemd.com

Forward Looking Statements

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