The Digital Health M&A Wave Is Finally Here
Digital health is entering a more mature phase in 2026 as consolidation accelerates through targeted M&A, driven by the need for scale, artificial intelligence and pressure from payers, investors say.
Sword Health Raises $40M, Launches Mental Health Solution
Sword Health's $40 million funding round was led by General Catalyst. In total, the company has raised $300 million. The most recent round brings its valuation to $4 billion.
How Artera is Using Agentic AI to Humanize Patient Care
Artera President Tom McIntyre talks about the practical application of AI in healthcare.
Highmark Launches Virtual Pelvic Health Offering Powered by Sword Health
Highmark and Sword Health launched a new virtual pelvic health offering on Monday. The program connects members with a pelvic health specialist.
5 Funding Announcements from Payer/Employer Companies In June
Here is a list of some of the biggest funding rounds in the payer/employer space that were announced in June.
Sword Health Secures $130M, Introduces AI Care Specialist
With its financing round of $130 million, Sword Health is now valued at $3 billion. The company also unveiled Phoenix, an AI care specialist that guides users through sessions.
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An AI-Enabled Approach to Improve Access to Physical Therapy for Self-Insured Employers
Quantum Health has bolstered its collaboration with Sword Health by integrating MSK services to members to track home exercise, avoid unnecessary surgery and support treatment of pelvic conditions.
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Survey on the Healthcare Financial Landscape Offers a Roadmap for Stakeholders
Zelis highlights how employers, payers, and consumers are integrating digital tools to manage healthcare costs.
StartUPDATES: New developments from healthcare startups
Check out new developments from Element Biosciences, Equiva Health, and a new startup from the team behind CoverMyMeds.
In competitive market for MSK, Sword valued at $2B
Sword Health, one of several companies looking to take a digital approach to musculoskeletal care, recently closed an oversubscribed $163 million series D round, giving it a $2 billion valuation.
Digital physical therapy company Sword raises $85M
Sword Health, a startup that uses virtual visits with physical therapists and sensors to guide people through exercises, raised $85 million in funding. The company plans to use the new funds to grow its business through partnerships with health plans.