Centauri Health Acquires MedAllies to Expand Data Network
Centauri Health Solutions, a health IT company based in Phoenix, Arizona, has acquired MedAllies, a New York-based Health Information Service Provider (HISP) and Qualified Health Information Network® (QHIN™). MedAllies specializes in health data connectivity and clinical data exchange, and the acquisition strengthens Centauri’s position in the healthcare data and interoperability space.
Centauri Health Solutions, a Phoenix-based health information technology company, has announced the acquisition of MedAllies, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare interoperability. This strategic move significantly enhances Centauri’s capabilities in clinical data exchange and strengthens its position as a provider of intelligent, technology-enabled healthcare solutions.
MedAllies, headquartered in New York, plays a pivotal role in advancing healthcare data sharing across the United States. As a certified Health Information Service Provider (HISP) and a Qualified Health Information Network® (QHIN™), MedAllies facilitates the secure and seamless transmission of vital patient information through national networks. Its services support over 1,000 hospitals and health systems, 5,000 ambulatory organizations, and more than 125,000 healthcare providers, making it a cornerstone in the nation’s health information infrastructure.
The acquisition will integrate MedAllies’ industry-leading interoperability technologies—including secure messaging, data integration, and record location services—into Centauri’s suite of healthcare data solutions. This combination will enable more effective access to care and financial assistance, particularly for vulnerable and underserved populations.
Dr. John Blair, CEO of MedAllies, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, citing a shared mission to drive meaningful data exchange in healthcare. “Centauri is the perfect partner for MedAllies. Our shared vision for interoperability and bi-directional exchange is essential to advancing healthcare,” said Dr. Blair. “We are excited to offer our clients the broadest clinical exchange network to support mission-critical use cases.”
The merger aligns closely with Centauri’s broader strategy to use technology and data to create value across healthcare ecosystems. By integrating MedAllies’ secure exchange platforms with Centauri’s AI-powered solutions, the company aims to further empower clients in meeting complex challenges related to care coordination, risk management, and value-based care.
Mike McNelis, Centauri’s co-founder and CEO, underscored the strategic importance of the acquisition. “The addition of MedAllies strengthens our commitment to intelligently deliver clinical data solutions in a manner and form that facilitates value creation and empowers shared risk initiatives,” McNelis said. “Connecting the MedAllies HISP and best-in-class Care Enabled Network/QHIN with Centauri’s network and AI solutions offers significant value to all our clients.”
The transaction was backed by Centauri’s lead investor, Abry Partners, along with Silversmith Capital Partners and SV Health Investors. Santander acted as the financial advisor to MedAllies, with legal counsel provided by HunterMaclean. Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal counsel to Centauri.
About MedAllies
MedAllies is recognized as a pioneer in healthcare interoperability, focusing on secure, standards-based clinical data exchange. Its nationwide services enable healthcare organizations to meet regulatory requirements, reduce administrative burdens, and improve clinical outcomes through timely access to patient data. As a HISP and QHIN under the Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA), MedAllies is helping to shape the future of health information exchange in the U.S.
About Centauri Health Solutions
Centauri Health Solutions delivers advanced, technology-enabled solutions that help health systems and payers navigate the complexities of healthcare programs, including Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial, and Exchange. Through data-driven strategies and compassionate outreach, Centauri supports improved health outcomes and access to care, particularly for high-risk and underserved populations.
The company’s solutions address pressing healthcare challenges such as uncompensated care, risk-adjusted revenue optimization, and quality measurement. Headquartered in Phoenix, Centauri employs over 1,500 associates nationwide and collaborates closely with clients to deliver customized, impactful services.
Centauri has been widely recognized for its innovation and growth, earning spots on the Inc. 5000 list from 2019 through 2022 and being named to the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ in 2020.
