Medication Adherence

Non-adherence is a massive driver of hospital readmissions. The market is flooded with "smart" pillboxes that beep, flash, and text caregivers. But if the physical mechanism of extracting the pill is too difficult for arthritic hands, the tech fails.

Hardware Over Software

A beautifully designed app is useless if the pill dispensing mechanism jams, or if refilling the machine takes a pharmacist degree. We prioritize mechanical reliability and physical accessibility over software features.

The Data

50% Average adherence rate for chronic medications in older adults without intervention.

18% Failure rate of automated dispensers due to pill jamming or physical obstruction.

Tool: Dispenser Viability Calculator

Determine if a specific automated dispenser is appropriate given the patient's physical and cognitive profile.

VIABLE

System matches patient capabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this assessment vendor-neutral?

Yes. AgeTech Clinic accepts zero funding or hardware from vendors. All metrics are independently derived from published clinical data.

How often is this data updated?

We review the clinical landscape quarterly. If a new firmware update significantly alters device performance, we update our matrix immediately.