Kivo Health Analysis
What is Kivo Health?
Kivo Health provides virtual pulmonary rehabilitation and care for people with COPD and chronic lung disease. The company ships a home kit, runs live video sessions with respiratory therapists, and pairs patients with health coaches for an eight-week program. It says its insurance-covered program delivers 3.1x ROI for health plans and has been validated across thousands of patients.
Location
San Francisco, California 94105, United States
Employees
11-50
Founded
2021
Revenue
$2.1M
Company Stage
Seed
YC Batch
W23
Product Features & Capabilities
- 9-week pulmonary rehabilitation program, virtual sessions with respiratory therapists, Kivo Kit with cell-connected iPad, Bluetooth pulse oximeter, tailored breathing techniques, personalized exercise plans, insurance coverage including Medicare, support for co-pay issues.
Pricing
- Kivo Health's services are covered by Medicare and most insurance plans.
- Patients may need prior authorization or have a co-pay depending on their insurance coverage.
- The program consists of a 9-week pulmonary rehabilitation program with live video sessions led by licensed therapists.
Who are the founders of Kivo Health
VS
Victor Sadauskas
Founder
VK
Vaughn Koch
Founder
Market Focus
Kivo Health primarily focuses on the telehealth industry, specifically in lung care and pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).
Competitors Overview
Kivo Health operates in the telehealth lung care market, specifically focusing on pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with COPD. Its main competitors include:
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Carda Health: Specializes in virtual cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation. They emphasize a comprehensive approach to cardiac care, which may appeal to patients needing integrated services. Their platform is designed to provide personalized care plans and remote monitoring.
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Wellinks: Offers virtual pulmonary rehabilitation and COPD management. They partner with health plans and providers to deliver convenient care, focusing on patient engagement and support. Wellinks provides a digital platform that includes educational resources and tools for self-management.
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Medvivo: Provides integrated digital health services, including telehealth for COPD management. They focus on a broader range of healthcare services, which may offer patients more comprehensive care options beyond just pulmonary rehabilitation.
Notable differences include Kivo Health's specific focus on a structured 9-week rehabilitation program delivered via live video, which may provide a more personalized and interactive experience compared to competitors that may offer more generalized services.
Investors
- Y Combinator
- UCSF Rosenman Institute
- Liquid 2 Ventures
- Heuristic Capital Partners
- Quint Capital
- Samsung NEXT Ventures
- SNR
Business Model
Revenue generated through insurance reimbursements and direct patient payments, including co-pays.
Company Pricing
- Kivo Health's services are covered by Medicare and most insurance plans.
- Patients may need prior authorization or have a co-pay depending on their insurance coverage.
- The program consists of a 9-week pulmonary rehabilitation program with live video sessions led by licensed therapists.
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