Health Insurance news and trends

SemperVirens Launches Accelerator as FinTechs Scramble for Post-Seed Growth
Investments // June 02, 2025

For fledgling FinTechs chasing their first paying customer, the toughest stretch often begins after the seed check clears. Because building a company is a long journey. From concept to funding and finally go-to-market, each stage brings fresh obstacles. In the current macro climate, capital is scarcer thanks...

Thatch Raises $40 Million For Employee Health Coverage Offering
Investments // April 03, 2025

Health insurance startup Thatch has reportedly raised $40 million in Series B funding. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

New GoodRx CEO: Expanding Integrated Savings Program Key to Growth
Earnings // February 27, 2025

Under the leadership of new CEO Wendy Barnes, GoodRx is preparing for growth in 2025, aiming to address the challenges of rising prescription costs and limited access to medications. By integrating eCommerce with digital prescriptions and expanding the company’s Integrated Savings Program (ISP), Barnes believes...

UnitedHealth Sees Digital Solutions Slash Onboarding Costs
Earnings // January 16, 2025

Digital transformation is at the forefront of an overarching strategy to elevate the customer experience for officials at UnitedHealth Group. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

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SemperVirens Launches Accelerator as FinTechs Scramble for Post-Seed Growth

June 02, 2025
For fledgling FinTechs chasing their first paying customer, the toughest stretch often begins after the seed check clears. Because building a company is a long journey. From concept to funding and finally go-to-market, each stage brings fresh obstacles. In the current macro climate, capital is scarcer thanks to higher rates, tariff chatter and broader uncertainty. Even with […]

UnitedHealth Sees Digital Solutions Slash Onboarding Costs

January 16, 2025
Digital transformation is at the forefront of an overarching strategy to elevate the customer experience for officials at UnitedHealth Group. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

AI Gets Positive Prognosis for Health Insurance Industry

July 15, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to change the health insurance industry, potentially slashing costs and boosting revenues for payers grappling with economic pressures. As insurers face rising medical service utilization...

Healthcare’s iPhone Moment: Why Scaling AI-Powered Care Requires a Unified OS

December 08, 2023
From diagnostics to care delivery, artificial intelligence (AI) would appear to be tailor-made for healthcare. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Thatch Raises $40 Million For Employee Health Coverage Offering

April 03, 2025
Health insurance startup Thatch has reportedly raised $40 million in Series B funding. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

Scripta Insights Raises $17 Million for Pharmacy Navigation Platform

December 18, 2024
Pharmacy navigation platform Scripta Insights has raised $17 million in a Series B round. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

WEX Debuts AI-Powered Enhancements to Benefits Admin Tool

November 25, 2024
Commerce platform WEX says it is launching new AI enhancements to its benefits administration offering. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Employee Health Insurance Costs Climb Despite Lower Inflation

October 09, 2024
Inflation may be waning, but Americans aren’t seeing much relief when paying for medical care. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...