Updated
Updated · CNBC · Sep 2
Thyme Care Raises $125 Million at $2 Billion Valuation, Forms New Oncology Parent
Updated
Updated · CNBC · Sep 2

Thyme Care Raises $125 Million at $2 Billion Valuation, Forms New Oncology Parent

2 articles · Updated · CNBC · Sep 2

Summary

  • $125 million in Series E funding pushed Thyme Care's valuation above $2 billion as the cancer-navigation startup created a new parent, Thyme Companies.
  • Morgan Health led the round with Humana and CVS Health Ventures joining, giving Thyme a platform to build additional businesses around gaps in cancer care delivery, access and payment.
  • Thyme Care said it is profitable and cash-flow positive after revenue topped $125 million last year, with services reaching 10.5 million people nationwide and managing more than $7 billion in oncology spend.
  • Thyme Companies will first target cancer drug affordability and clinical-trial navigation, with its first new business expected later this year and acquisitions also under consideration.

Insights

How does a virtual cancer care startup double its valuation to $2 billion while dodging an IPO?
Can a $125 million investment in patient navigation actually force the healthcare system to adopt cheaper cancer drugs?
With hospital admissions down 16%, what hidden strategy is this profitable oncology platform using to disrupt traditional cancer care?