Cityblock

What they do

Cityblock partners with US health insurers and health systems in value- based care arrangements to manage the care for some of the most complex and underserved patient populations. The company delivers comprehensive, tech-enabled care that includes medical services, behavioral health support, and social services.

By reducing preventable emergency room visits and inpatient admissions, Cityblock improves patient outcomes while generating significant cost savings for both patients and insurers. Through its focus on accessible, whole-person care for Medicaid and dually eligible populations, Cityblock helps bridge critical gaps in healthcare access and drives meaningful improvements in community health

Why Kinnevik invested in Cityblock

Cityblock meets a massive and growing healthcare need in the US with its scalable, community-based care model targeting vulnerable populations. With a vast and growing market of over 94 million eligible beneficiaries, we believe value-based care represents the future of American healthcare.

Led by CEO and co-founder Dr. Toyin Ajayi, Cityblock is uniquely positioned to drive transformational change. The company is delivering exceptional results:

• Since our initial investment, the company has expanded from a small startup to serving over 130,000 members across more than 10 states
• It has achieved significant cost reductions and improved patient outcomes through its innovative care model 

To continue to create value, Cityblock focuses on:

• Expanding partnerships with national and regional health insurers and health systems
• Enhancing AI capabilities to make high-quality healthcare more accessible, responsive, and personalized for vulnerable populations
• Continuing to deepen penetration into established markets by extending service offerings to more members

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