Blink Health
OverviewSuggest Edit
Blink is using technology to get affordable prices on users' prescription medications. The Company offers alternative to rising copays and high cash prices. Use Blink at virtually every U.S. pharmacy, including all major chains and independent pharmacies. Blink provides significant savings, even if you have insurance. It’s available to anyone as an alternate to your copay or cash price. Blink is free to use: there are no premiums or membership fees.
| Type | Private | |
| Founded | 2014 | |
| HQ | New York, NY, US | Map |
| Website | blinkhealth.com | |
| Employee Ratings | More | |
| Overall Culture | D- | More |
Recent NewsAll News
- Blink Health Announces Hiring Former Amazon & AirBnB Executive Vinayak Hegde as President and Chief Operating Officer
- Ex-Amazon leaders are hopping aboard pharmacy startup Blink Health (AMZN)
- Blink Health Taking On Big Pharma To Democratize Drug Prices
- Pharmacy startup Blink Health saves you up to 80% on over 15,000 generic prescription medications — here's how it works
Latest Updates
| Employees (est.) (Jan 2021) | 237 | (+2%) |
| Cybersecurity rating | B | More |
Key People/Management at Blink Health
Geoffrey Chaiken
Co-Founder & CEO
Susan Lang
Chief Strategy Officer
Matthew Chaiken
Co-Founder & COO
Kathy Reardon
Chief Healthcare Counsel
Bill Doyle
Executive Chairman
Blink Health Office Locations
Blink Health has offices in New York, Chesterfield, Kirkland, Pittsburgh and in 1 other location
New York, NY, US (HQ)
1407 Broadway #2100
Chesterfield, MO, US
14515 N Outer 40 Rd #350
Kirkland, WA, US
5808 Lake Washington Blvd NE
New York, NY, US
536 Broadway 2nd floor
Pittsburgh, PA, US
3 Penn Center Blvd #320
Westford, MA, US
1 Technology Park Dr
Blink Health Financials and Metrics
Summary Metrics
Founding Date | 2014 |
Blink Health total Funding | $165 m |
Blink Health latest funding size | $90 m |
Time since last funding | 4 years ago |
Blink Health investors | 8VC |
Blink Health's latest funding round in April 2017 was reported to be $90 m. In total, Blink Health has raised $165 m
Blink Health Cybersecurity Score
Blink Health Online and Social Media Presence
2.82k Twitter followers
Blink Health has 2.82k Twitter Followers. The number of followers has decreased 1.8% month over month and decreased 1.2% quarter over quarter
Blink Health's Trends
Blink Health Company Culture
Overall Culture
D-
51/100
CEO Rating
F
27/100
Compensation
C-
63/100
Blink Health News and Updates
July 29, 2020
Blink Health Announces Hiring Former Amazon & AirBnB Executive Vinayak Hegde as President and Chief Operating Officer
SEATTLE, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Blink Health, the digital health company on a mission to make prescriptions affordable for everyone, has appointed Vinayak Hegde as President & COO. Hegde joins the Company with over two decades of experience driving growth at some of the highest...
May 30, 2019
Ex-Amazon leaders are hopping aboard pharmacy startup Blink Health (AMZN)
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New York-based pharmacy Blink Health upgraded its leadership team with three new hires — each of who…
May 23, 2019
Blink Health Taking On Big Pharma To Democratize Drug Prices
Blink Health uses the leverage of its more than 600,000 customers to negotiate directly with pharmacies, as opposed to going through the pharmacy benefit managers that currently control the prescription drug business.
November 07, 2018
Pharmacy startup Blink Health saves you up to 80% on over 15,000 generic prescription medications — here's how it works
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Retail price prescription medication is prohibitively expensive. If you have insurance, your policy still doesn't always cover as much a…
Blink Health Blogs
January 31, 2020
Should I Use Finasteride, Minoxidil, or Both?
A few factors can make all the difference in how well these male hair loss treatments work for you.Whether you’ve recently seen a dermatologist who prescribed finasteride (the generic form of Propecia) to treat your hair loss or you took matters into your own hands by picking up some over-the-counte…
January 30, 2020
How Your Diet Can Help Lower Your Cholesterol
What you eat has a big effect on your cholesterol levels. Munch on these foods to fight inflammation and prevent plaque build-up.Photo credit: deryabinka/Shutterstock.comIf you’re on cholesterol-lowering medication like atorvastatin (Lipitor) or simvastatin (Zocor), you may think as long as you take…
January 29, 2020
Don’t Have an HSA? Why You Could Be Missing Out
If you have a high-deductible health plan, it’s not too late to contribute to your health savings account (HSA). You could slash what you owe to the IRS — and even score a refund.No one likes surprises from Uncle Sam. Especially in the form of an unexpected tax bill.With April 15th fast approaching,…
January 28, 2020
Viagra or Cialis? How to Choose the Best ED Pill for You
Plus, learn how generic options compare to their brand-name counterparts.Photo credit: Syda Productions/Shutterstock.comBy Sean EvansWhen selecting your ideal erectile dysfunction (ED) drug, you may be surprised to learn that whether you’ll end up on Viagra (sildenafil) or Cialis (tadalafil) has as …
January 24, 2020
What Causes Male Pattern Baldness?
Sometimes it’s due to hormones, but for the most part, it comes down to genetics. Thanks, Mom & Dad.Photo credit: Diego Cervo/Shutterstock.comGuys generally don’t spend a ton of time thinking about their hair — until they start losing it. Approximately two-thirds of American men will deal with s…
January 22, 2020
Why this Flu Season is Especially Risky for Kids
The CDC reports that an unusual strain of the influenza B virus is hitting children and teens particularly hard. Protect your family with these smart steps.Photo credit: aslysun/Shutterstock.comAs of the second week in January, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that flu a…
Blink Health Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blink Health founded?
Blink Health was founded in 2014.
Who are Blink Health key executives?
Blink Health's key executives are Geoffrey Chaiken, Susan Lang and Matthew Chaiken.
How many employees does Blink Health have?
Blink Health has 237 employees.
Who are Blink Health competitors?
Competitors of Blink Health include East Midlands Pharma, Quantum Pharmaceutical and Pharmerica.
Where is Blink Health headquarters?
Blink Health headquarters is located at 1407 Broadway #2100, New York.
Where are Blink Health offices?
Blink Health has offices in New York, Chesterfield, Kirkland, Pittsburgh and in 1 other location.
How many offices does Blink Health have?
Blink Health has 6 offices.
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