Healthgrades connects patients with healthcare providers through transparent quality ratings, reviews, and seamless appointment booking while providing providers with marketing solutions to attract and engage new patients.
Last updated Mar 7, 2026 by AI Enrichment
Leading healthcare provider review and patient acquisition platform
Healthgrades operates as a comprehensive healthcare marketplace and information platform that helps patients find and connect with physicians, hospitals, and healthcare providers. The platform features detailed profiles of over 1 million healthcare providers, including patient reviews, quality ratings, credentials, and accepted insurance information. Users can search for providers by specialty, location, and insurance, and book appointments directly through the platform. As a subsidiary of RVO Health (formerly Red Ventures Healthcare), Healthgrades serves as a critical patient acquisition channel for healthcare providers while offering consumers transparent information to make informed healthcare decisions. The platform generates revenue primarily through subscription-based marketing solutions sold to healthcare providers and facilities who want to enhance their online presence and attract new patients. Healthgrades holds a significant position in the healthcare marketing ecosystem, competing with platforms like Zocdoc and Vitals. The company leverages proprietary quality ratings and extensive provider data to differentiate itself, while its integration within RVO Health's broader healthcare media portfolio provides additional reach and cross-promotional opportunities across multiple health-focused properties.
Comprehensive physician and healthcare provider profiles with credentials, specialties, patient reviews, and quality ratings
Online booking system allowing patients to schedule appointments directly with healthcare providers
Subscription-based marketing and patient acquisition tools for healthcare providers and facilities
Proprietary quality and safety ratings for physicians and hospitals based on clinical outcomes data
Tools to help patients find providers who accept their specific insurance plans