Higi

Higi operates as a consumer health engagement company, bridging the gap between physical and digital healthcare access. Founded in 2012 by Michael W. Ferro Jr. and Dr. Khan Siddiqui, the company aims to empower individuals to measure, track, and act on their health data. Dr. Siddiqui, a radiologist and serial entrepreneur with a background in software development since his teens, brought extensive experience from his time at Microsoft, where he worked on machine learning and health solutions, and from academic positions at Johns Hopkins University. This fusion of medical and technological expertise shaped Higi's foundation.

The company's core offering is a nationwide network of nearly 10,000 FDA-cleared, self-service Smart Health Stations. These kiosks, often located in accessible community spots like supermarkets and pharmacies, allow users to conduct free biometric screenings, including blood pressure, pulse, weight, and BMI. Higi has expanded its platform to include at-home health devices and digital tools, creating an omnichannel experience. The platform also offers health risk assessments for conditions like type 2 diabetes and provides educational content to improve health literacy. With user consent, the collected data can be securely shared with healthcare partners such as doctors, health plans, and pharmacists, integrating into their existing workflows.

Higi’s business model is centered on partnerships with health systems, health plans, retailers, and consumer healthcare brands. These partners pay to connect with the consumers on Higi's platform, gaining insights to stratify risk, manage populations, and deliver targeted care. This B2B approach enables partners to leverage Higi's network for community health initiatives and to better understand the needs of their patients and members. The company's journey includes several strategic acquisitions and funding rounds, including a $21.3 million Series C in 2018. It was acquired by Babylon Health in January 2022 and subsequently by Modivcare in March 2023, where it now operates as a service to enhance Modivcare's supportive care platform.

Keywords: consumer health engagement, biometric screening, health data, digital health platform, remote patient monitoring, population health, health kiosks, preventive care, healthcare technology, value-based care