MedCity News August 30, 2021
Telehealth startup Genome Medical recently raised $60 million in funding led by Casdin Capital. It’s using part of the funds to acquire GeneMatters, which would add more genetic counselors to its staff.
While patients have a growing number of options for genetic testing, they can still be difficult to navigate. Most consumer-facing tests are limited in the amount of health information they can provide, and results can sometimes be challenging to interpret.
Genome Medical, a startup looking to make genetic testing available through telehealth visits, recently raised $60 million in funding. It also plans to acquire genetic counseling practice GeneMatters.
Patients can pay for a virtual consultation with a genetic counselor, or in some cases, their insurance may cover...