ClarisHealth named a Major Contender in Everest Group's Pre-payment Integrity Solutions PEAK Matrix(R) Assessment 2026. PR Newswire Today at 6:55am PDT Everest Group's Pre-payment Integrity Solutions PEAK Matrix(R) Assessment 2026 recognizes ClarisHealth's Pareo(R) platform among 28 evaluated providers FRANKLIN, Tenn., July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - ClarisHealth, provider of the Pareo(R) payment integrity platform, today announced that Everest Group has positioned the company as a Major Contender in the Pre-payment Integrity Solutions PEAK Matrix(R) Assessment 2026. The assessment, part of Everest Group's Healthcare Payer Intelligent Operations research program, evaluated 28 providers on market impact and vision and capability. "Pareo is the platform that connects a health plan's vendors, internal team and data so they can run their full payment integrity program from one place, prepay and post-pay both." Everest Group's research points to a market shifting upstream: health plans are moving payment accuracy activity earlier in the claims lifecycle to avoid incorrect payments before they happen, rather than recovering them after the fact. The report also found that prepay adoption is broadening beyond claims editing into itemized bill review, clinical validation, coordination of benefits, subrogation and fraud, waste and abuse analytics. "Cost trend, leakage and provider abrasion from post-pay recoveries are pushing payment accuracy upstream, and that is broadening what prepay means," said Sara Thomas, VP of Payer Solutions at ClarisHealth, who represented the company in Everest Group's research process. "We are not a standalone editing engine. Pareo is the platform that connects a health plan's vendors, internal team and data so they can run their full payment integrity program from one place, prepay and post-pay both." Michael Axt, CEO of ClarisHealth, said the placement reflects the company's deliberate approach to prepay payment integrity. "We're honored by this recognition because it reinforces our vision for transforming payment integrity across the full claims lifecycle," said Axt. "Pareo is designed to orchestrate the complex ecosystem of data, vendors and workflows, helping health plans continuously optimize their pre- and post-pay payment integrity program performance." More information on the Pre-payment Integrity Solutions PEAK Matrix(R) Assessment 2026 is available at everestgrp.com. About ClarisHealth ClarisHealth, a six-time Inc. 5000 and two-time Deloitte Technology Fast 500 company and recognized in the Gartner Hype Cycle for U.S. Payers and Everest Group's Payment Integrity Solutions PEAK Matrix(R) Assessment, provides health plans and payers with a better way to drive claims payment accuracy. Its proprietary, A.I.-powered enterprise technology platform Pareo(R) has been proven to help health plans streamline payment integrity operations, expand avoidance and recoveries, and reduce vendor and existing system spend for an industry-leading ROI. For more information please visit www.clarishealth.com. SOURCE ClarisHealth This is a paid placement. For further inquiries, please contact PR Newswire directly.

ClarisHealth appoints Michael Axt as Chief Executive Officer. ClarisHealth Apr 22, 2026, 09:35 ET Longtime CEO Jeff McNeese transitions to strategic role as ClarisHealth, provider of Pareo(R) payment integrity orchestration platform for health plans, accelerates next phase of growth and innovation FRANKLIN, Tenn., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - ClarisHealth, a leader in payment integrity technology, today announced the appointment of Michael Axt as Chief Executive Officer, effective April 13. Founder and longtime CEO Jeff McNeese will transition to President, Market Innovation & Strategic Partnerships, where he will focus on advancing the company's partnership ecosystem, market strategy, and long-term growth initiatives. This planned leadership transition reflects ClarisHealth's continued growth and its position at the forefront of innovation. ClarisHealth's Pareo(R) platform serves as an orchestration layer for payment integrity, enabling health plans to optimize vendor performance, improve payment accuracy, and reduce administrative waste across the ecosystem. "ClarisHealth is uniquely positioned to reduce the cost of healthcare by eliminating administrative inefficiencies - without compromising care," said Michael Axt. "That's what makes this opportunity so compelling. The team has built strong momentum, and my focus is on continuing to deliver value today while defining the next evolution of an incredible business. I'm excited to work alongside the ClarisHealth team and our clients to unlock the full potential ahead." Axt joins ClarisHealth with deep experience in payment integrity and healthcare technology, including leadership roles at Zelis and Cotiviti. He has a strong track record of building and scaling organizations, with a focus on delivering measurable value to healthcare stakeholders. "ClarisHealth is at an inflection point, with the opportunity to further define how payment integrity is delivered across the industry," said Jim Sohr, chairman of ClarisHealth's board of directors and founder of Powered Health. "Michael's experience building high-performing organizations and navigating complex healthcare ecosystems makes him exceptionally well-suited to lead the company forward, while Jeff's continued role ensures continuity and strategic depth." In his new role, McNeese will focus on expanding strategic partnerships, shaping market-facing strategy, and continuing his leadership within the payment integrity community. He will work closely with Axt to ensure a seamless transition and continued alignment across the organization. "After more than a decade building this company, this moment is both meaningful and deliberate," said Jeff McNeese. "We've built something special - with our team, our clients, and the broader payment integrity community. Michael is the right leader for this next chapter. He brings the experience, perspective, and energy to help us scale our impact while staying true to what's made us successful. I'm excited to partner with him as we continue to grow and shape the future of this industry." "Jeff has built a remarkable company with a strong foundation, differentiated platform, and trusted client relationships," said ClarisHealth board member Scott Glass, partner at Pamlico Capital. "As ClarisHealth enters its next phase of growth, we believe Michael is the right leader to scale the business and capitalize on the significant market opportunity ahead." ClarisHealth will continue to execute on its current priorities while accelerating innovation to meet the evolving needs of health plans and the broader healthcare market. About ClarisHealth ClarisHealth, a six-time Inc. 5000 company, three-time Deloitte Tech 500 company, and recognized in the Gartner Hype Cycle for U.S. Payers and Everest Group's Payment Integrity Solutions PEAK Matrix(R) Assessment, provides health plans and payers with a better way to drive claims payment accuracy. Its proprietary, A.I.-powered enterprise technology platform Pareo(R) has been proven to help health plans streamline payment integrity operations, expand recoveries and reduce administrative costs for an industry-leading ROI. For more information please visit www.clarishealth.com. Media Contact SOURCE ClarisHealth

ClarisHealth named to Inc. 2026 Regionals list of the fastest-growing private companies in the Southeast for the fourth consecutive year. ClarisHealth Mar 31, 2026, 09:25 ET Continued momentum fueled by growing demand for Pareo(R), the industry's only payment integrity platform for health plans that closes the loop across the audit lifecycle FRANKLIN, Tenn., March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - ClarisHealth, the only provider of a fully integrated payment integrity operations platform, today announced it has once again been ranked on Inc.'s annual Inc. Regionals: Southeast list. This marks the fourth consecutive year ClarisHealth has earned a place among the fastest-growing private companies in the region, which includes Tennessee, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, South Carolina, and Puerto Rico. ClarisHealth's continued growth reflects a broader shift among health plans to modernize and scale their payment integrity operations in response to mounting industry pressures. As organizations are tasked with simultaneously increasing cost-of-care savings and reducing administrative expenses, many are adopting Pareo(R) to close the loop on the audit lifecycle and drive stronger financial outcomes. "Health plans are under increasing pressure to do more with less - expanding payment accuracy while simultaneously lowering administrative costs," said Jeff McNeese, CEO of ClarisHealth. "Our continued recognition on the Inc. Regionals list underscores the value Pareo delivers as a single platform to manage the full lifecycle of payment integrity. We're grateful to our clients and partners for trusting us to help them transform their operations." ClarisHealth's sustained growth is also tied to increased adoption of its Pareo platform among leading health plans seeking to break down silos between prepay and post-pay workflows, across both third-party audit vendors and their own PI teams. By enabling a more proactive, data-driven approach to payment integrity, Pareo helps organizations identify issues earlier, reduce reliance on fragmented vendor solutions, and lower total cost of operations. "Health plans are moving beyond fragmented solutions toward a more strategic, platform-based approach to payment integrity," said Tate McDaniel, chief growth officer at ClarisHealth. "Pareo's ability to connect data, workflows, and insights across the entire payment lifecycle is what continues to drive adoption - and our growth alongside it." The companies recognized on this year's Inc. Regionals: Southeast list demonstrate exceptional revenue expansion, resilience, and job creation during a challenging economic period. By 2024, these 182 private companies had added 12,079 jobs and $3.4 billion to the region's economy. "The honorees on this year's Inc. Regionals list achieved exceptional growth at a time when the odds were against them. Amid inflation and ongoing economic uncertainty, they didn't just persevere - they innovated, adapted, and thrived," said Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc. "Their resilience made them standouts in their industries and true growth engines in their regions." This year's Inc. Regionals recognition adds to a series of honors reflecting ClarisHealth's innovation and growth trajectory. The company was ranked on the 2025 Deloitte Tech Fast 500 list. It was also recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies for the sixth year in a row and ranks among Nashville's Largest Healthcare IT Companies. An extension of the national Inc. 5000 list, the Regionals provide a focused look at the most successful independent small and midsize businesses driving growth within their local economies. The full list of honorees and company profiles can be found at https://www.inc.com/regionals/southeast. About ClarisHealth ClarisHealth, a six-time Inc. 5000 company, three-time Deloitte Tech 500 company, and recognized in the Gartner Hype Cycle for U.S. Payers and Everest Group's Payment Integrity Solutions PEAK Matrix(R) Assessment, provides health plans and payers with a better way to drive claims payment accuracy. Its proprietary, A.I.-powered enterprise technology platform Pareo(R) has been proven to help health plans streamline payment integrity operations, expand recoveries and reduce administrative costs for an industry-leading ROI. For more information please visit www.clarishealth.com. More about Inc. and the Inc. Regionals Methodology The Inc. Regionals lists are ranked according to percentage revenue growth over two years. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2022. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent - not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies - as of December 31, 2024. (Since then, a number of companies on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2022 is $100,000; the minimum for 2024 is $1 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. About Inc. Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping its future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. 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