The newly introduced AI chatbot, developed on the ChatGPT framework, is designed to address common health insurance inquiries, including cost estimates for medical services, deductible queries, and provider recommendations. This aligns with Transcarent’s overarching goal of enhancing accessibility within the complex $4.5 trillion US healthcare system.

According to a report by Forbes, the company’s recent Series D funding round, raising $126 million and valuing Transcarent at $2.2 billion, underscores its commitment to transforming the healthcare landscape.

“Transcarent is bending the healthcare cost curve for consumers and employers, demonstrating that you can deliver great care and a great experience while also decreasing costs,” said John Roos of Geodesic Capital, which also participated in Transcarent’s Series D round.

Scheduled for deployment in January 2025, the AI bot targets self-funded employer health plans, aiming to reduce costs associated with human-based navigation services. This move addresses the growing demand for streamlined healthcare access in the face of rising costs.

The newly introduced AI chatbot, developed on the ChatGPT framework, is designed to address common health insurance inquiries, including cost estimates for medical services, deductible queries, and provider recommendations. This aligns with Transcarent’s overarching goal of enhancing accessibility within the complex $4.5 trillion US healthcare system.

Transcarent’s platform extends beyond the AI bot, offering comprehensive services such as 24/7 chat-based primary care, access to cost-effective medication alternatives, and support with referrals and second opinions. Since its establishment in 2020, the company has secured $450 million in funding, attracting investments from prominent firms like 7wire Ventures and General Catalyst. Collaborative efforts with healthcare providers further strengthen Transcarent’s ability to negotiate favourable rates for essential medical procedures.

“This market is a bit niche right now,” Chris Whaley, a health policy professor at Brown University told Forbes. “But as healthcare costs are just continuing to grow, and many employers are facing inflationary pressures, that will most likely really start to expand.”