Google venture capital fund $ 15 million investment in patient engagement

Posted by Layla Flinn on December 8th, 2020

Four things to know:

1. Klara, a New York-based technology company, has raised $ 15 million to further improve its patient engagement platform. The platform includes intuitive communication, streamlined workflow and access to virtual tours.

2. The platform integrates with hospitals' EHRs and practice management systems to automate workflows throughout the patient's care journey, including scheduling, pre-visit instructions, reminders. and the no-show commitment. The platform can support in-person and virtual tours.

3. Klara aims to use the funding to implement artificial intelligence-based automation that includes full integration of patient admission and payments. The upgrades will also allow practices, pharmacies and laboratories to communicate with patients through the platform.

4. Gradient Ventures, Google's AI fund and Frist Cressey Ventures led the investment cycle. FirstMark Capital, Lerer Hippeau, Project A and Stage 2 Capital also invested in the financing round. Members of Gradient Ventures and Frist Cressey Ventures have joined Klara's board of directors.