Sidecar Health Named to Fierce Healthcare's "Fierce 15" List for 2025

LOS ANGELES, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Sidecar Health, a transformative consumer-focused health insurance carrier, has been recognized as one of Fierce Healthcare's "Fierce 15" companies of 2025. This annual list highlights the most innovative private healthcare companies that are driving real industry change.

"With legacy insurers reporting denial rates of 10-20% and implementing roadblocks like prior authorizations for basic care, employers and their teams are facing a healthcare system that actively works against them getting the care they need," said Patrick Quigley, CEO and co-founder of Sidecar Health. "We're honored to be named to this year's 'Fierce 15' list because it recognizes our commitment to fixing these fundamental problems. Our model puts patients and doctors in control, not insurance companies. When members can see any provider they choose, know costs upfront, and even earn cash back for cost-effective decisions, we've proven that better coverage doesn't have to mean higher costs."

Fierce Healthcare's "Fierce 15" list celebrates companies that are tackling the toughest challenges in healthcare. Sidecar Health earned its spot by eliminating networks, prior authorizations, and surprise medical bills — giving members the freedom to see any provider and know their costs upfront — all creating a better consumer experience and bringing down costs for all. Unlike legacy healthcare insurance, which puts roadblocks between patients and their doctors, Sidecar Health empowers members to make informed decisions and even earn money back when they choose lower-cost care options.

"For the past seven years, we have assessed hundreds of private companies for inclusion in the 'Fierce 15' special report. The selection spans diverse sectors within the industry, from primary care and health payers to health technology and AI-enabled software," said Ayla Ellison, Editor-in-Chief, Fierce Life Sciences and Healthcare. "Our special report celebrates innovation and creativity in the face of intense competition."

About Sidecar Health

Sidecar Health insurance plans deliver industry-leading major medical coverage for employers. Our health insurance is based on an intuitive, tech-forward approach that removes obstacles to care and empowers our members with the information they need to make smart care decisions. Unlike traditional insurance, our members are not limited by provider networks, prior authorizations, or Rx formularies. We do all this while saving employers and employees 20% on healthcare costs. More at sidecarhealth.com.

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