Caption Health (acquired by GE HealthCare)

Brisbane, California, USA All United States companies → — Founded 2013

Imaging AI Specialist Point-of-Care Diagnostics Specialty-Focused AI

Cardiology Emergency Medicine Radiology

Cardiology AI Radiology & Imaging AI

Acquired by GE HealthCare (February 2023) — $60M (prior to acquisition)

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Caption Interpretation Automated Ejection Fraction Software

Caption Health (acquired by GE HealthCare)

Cardiology AI

AI-powered software that automates the calculation of left ventricular ejection fraction from cardiac ultrasound images, making diagnostic-quality heart health assessments more accessible for early disease detection.

Subscription-based pricing model for the software. an introductory price of $299 is mentioned for a heart health exam service provided through caption care.

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About Caption Health (acquired by GE HealthCare)

Caption Health, now a part of GE HealthCare, specializes in artificial intelligence (AI) driven ultrasound technology designed to significantly enhance the accessibility and accuracy of medical imaging. Their flagship product, Caption AI, provides real-time guidance during ultrasound examinations, enabling healthcare providers, including those without extensive specialized training, to acquire diagnostic-quality images. This capability is particularly impactful in cardiac assessments, where the technology assists in capturing and interpreting echocardiograms to detect conditions like heart failure earlier, potentially preventing hospitalizations and improving patient outcomes.

The AI software also incorporates automated quality assessment and intelligent interpretation features, standardizing exam quality and providing essential calculations to aid in clinical decision-making. Beyond cardiac applications, Caption Health has been developing AI software for pulmonary applications, expanding its potential diagnostic areas. Through services like Caption Care, the company aims to deliver convenient and cost-effective echocardiograms in various care settings, including point-of-care, doctors’ offices, and even in patients’ homes, thereby democratizing access to specialized diagnostics and supporting population health screening.

Focus Areas

AI-guided ultrasound medical imaging cardiac ultrasound early disease detection heart failure ejection fraction assessment point-of-care diagnostics deep learning machine learning

Business Intelligence

Key Investors	DCVC, Khosla Ventures, Atlantic Bridge, Edwards Lifesciences, National Science Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Partnerships	Northwestern Medicine, Alina Health, Minneapolis Heart Institute, Edwards Lifesciences, Ultromics, Butterfly Network, Heartbeat Health
Acquisitions	Acquired by GE HealthCare (February 9, 2023)
Technology	AI-powered platform, cloud-native, real-time AI guidance (Caption Guidance), automated quality assessment, intelligent interpretation (Caption Interpretation for ejection fraction calculation), deep learning technology
FDA Clearances	4 cleared products (estimated)

What Physicians Need to Know

AI-Guided Ultrasound

Caption Health specializes in AI-guided ultrasound technology that empowers healthcare professionals, including those without prior specialized training, to acquire diagnostic-quality cardiac ultrasound images.

Medical Imaging & Cardiac Ultrasound

Their core offering, Caption AI (including Caption Guidance and Caption Interpretation), is the first FDA-authorized AI software for real-time guidance during cardiac ultrasound image acquisition and automated interpretation.

Early Disease Detection & Heart Failure

Caption Health's mission is to enable early disease detection, particularly for heart conditions like heart failure, by making high-quality cardiac ultrasounds more accessible.

Ejection Fraction Assessment

The technology includes automated assessment of ejection fraction (EF), a key measure of heart function, directly from acquired ultrasound clips, even combining multiple views for accuracy.

Point-of-Care Diagnostics

Their solutions are designed to expand access to ultrasound imaging in various point-of-care settings, such as emergency rooms, ICUs, primary care offices, and even in-home services.

Deep Learning & Machine Learning

The software is built on deep learning technology that emulates the expertise of sonographers and cardiologists, providing real-time instruction and feedback.

Physician Tip

For physicians, Caption Health's AI-guided ultrasound offers a powerful tool to democratize cardiac imaging. It enables a broader range of healthcare professionals, including those without extensive sonography training, to perform diagnostic-quality echocardiograms at the point of care. This can significantly reduce diagnostic bottlenecks, improve patient access to critical heart assessments, and facilitate earlier detection and management of cardiovascular diseases. The automated ejection fraction calculation and real-time image quality feedback streamline workflows and enhance diagnostic consistency. Consider integrating this technology to expand your practice's diagnostic capabilities, especially in acute care, primary care, or remote settings, to improve patient outcomes through timely and accurate cardiac assessments. It can also serve as a valuable training tool for fellows and residents.

Caption Health was acquired by GE HealthCare in 2023, and its AI-guided ultrasound technology is being integrated into GE HealthCare's ultrasound device portfolios, particularly for point-of-care (POCUS) and handheld devices like the Vscan Air SL. This acquisition aims to expand the reach and capabilities of AI-enabled image guidance. Caption Health has also previously partnered with companies like Butterfly Network and Ultromics to further its mission of accessible diagnostics.

At a glance

Founded 2013

HQ Brisbane, California, USA · United States

Team size Approximately 80-100 (prior to acquisition)

CEO Steve Cashman (at the time of acquisition by GE HealthCare)

Funding Acquired by GE HealthCare (February 2023) — $60M (prior to acquisition)

FDA clearances 4 (estimated)

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Products by Caption Health (acquired by GE HealthCare)

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Caption Interpretation Automated Ejection Fraction Software

Caption Health (acquired by GE HealthCare)

Cardiology AI

Subscription-based pricing model for the software. an introductory price of $299 is mentioned for a heart health exam service provided through caption care.

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GE HealthCare

GE HealthCare to Acquire Caption Health, Expanding Ultrasound to Support New Users Through FDA-Cleared, AI-Powered Image Guidance

GE HealthCare announced its agreement to acquire Caption Health, an AI healthcare leader, to integrate AI-enabled image guidance into its ultrasound business, aiming to expand access to point-of-care ultrasound imaging and aid in early disease detection.

2023-02

DCVC

GE HealthCare acquires Caption Health, energizing DCVC's thesis around AI in medicine

DCVC, an investor in Caption Health, highlighted GE HealthCare's acquisition of the AI-driven software company, noting Caption Health was the first to receive FDA approval for an AI-guided medical imaging acquisition system.

2023-02

Fierce Biotech

GE HealthCare snaps up ultrasound AI maker Caption Health - Fierce Biotech

Fierce Biotech reported on GE HealthCare's acquisition of Caption Health, detailing that the deal would add Caption Health's AI-powered ultrasound guidance technology to GE HealthCare's ultrasound portfolio and mentioning Caption Health's prior funding.

2023-02

MedTech Dive

GE HealthCare agrees to buy AI imaging firm Caption Health in second acquisition

MedTech Dive covered GE HealthCare's agreement to acquire Caption Health, emphasizing the opportunity to combine Caption's AI software with GE HealthCare's ultrasound devices for earlier disease detection and more precise diagnoses.

2023-02

GE HealthCare

GE HealthCare Awarded a $44 Million Grant to Develop Artificial Intelligence-Assisted Ultrasound Technology Aimed at Improving Outcomes in Low-and-Middle-Income Countries

GE HealthCare received a $44 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop AI-assisted ultrasound tools, with Caption Health designing the technology to improve maternal, fetal, and pediatric lung health in low-and-middle-income countries.

2023-09

MedTech Dive

Gates Foundation grants GE HealthCare $44M for AI ultrasound tech

MedTech Dive reported that the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation granted GE HealthCare $44 million for AI ultrasound technology, with subsidiary Caption Health developing tools for maternal care and pediatric lung health in low- and middle-income countries.

2023-09

DAIC (Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiology)

GE HealthCare Adds AI-Driven, Real-Time Guidance to Ultrasound Systems

GE HealthCare introduced Caption Guidance, an AI-driven technology from Caption Health, to its Venue Family point-of-care ultrasound systems, providing real-time guidance for capturing diagnostic-quality cardiac images.

2023-10

GE HealthCare

GE HealthCare Introduces Caption AI on Vscan Air SL Wireless Handheld Ultrasound System to Help More Clinicians Capture Diagnost

GE HealthCare announced the integration of Caption AI into its Vscan Air SL Wireless Handheld Ultrasound System, offering real-time visual guidance and automatic ejection fraction calculation to help clinicians capture high-quality cardiac images.

2024-04

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caption Health's core AI-guided ultrasound technology and how does it benefit cardiac care?

Caption Health's core technology, primarily the Caption AI platform, includes Caption Guidance and Caption Interpretation. Caption Guidance uses artificial intelligence to provide real-time instructions, enabling even novice users to acquire diagnostic-quality cardiac ultrasound images, while Caption Interpretation automatically assesses image quality and calculates ejection fraction (EF), a key indicator of heart health. This democratizes access to cardiac ultrasound, facilitating earlier detection of heart disease and heart failure, which can lead to improved patient outcomes and reduced costs.

What regulatory clearances and compliance standards does Caption Health's technology meet?

Caption Health's Caption Guidance software received De Novo FDA authorization in February 2020, making it the first AI-guided medical imaging acquisition system to achieve this, and also earned Breakthrough Device designation. The company also obtained FDA 510(k) clearance for Caption Interpretation and has secured international approvals, including the CE Mark in Europe, and clearances in Canada and Australia. Furthermore, Caption Health received regulatory approval for a Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP), which allows for certain software updates without requiring new regulatory submissions.

How does Caption Health's technology address the challenge of acquiring diagnostic-quality ultrasound images, especially for non-specialists?

Caption Health's AI-guided ultrasound, particularly Caption Guidance, emulates the expertise of a sonographer by providing real-time visual feedback and instructions on transducer movements. This enables a broader range of healthcare professionals, including those without extensive ultrasound experience, to confidently capture diagnostic-quality cardiac images at the point of care. The deep learning algorithms ensure automated quality assessment and accurate interpretation, reducing variability and expanding access to critical diagnostic information.

What is the impact of GE HealthCare's acquisition on Caption Health's products, support, and company stability?

GE HealthCare acquired Caption Health in February 2023, integrating its AI-powered ultrasound technology into GE HealthCare's broader digital ecosystem, starting with point-of-care and handheld ultrasound portfolios. This acquisition significantly enhances Caption Health's stability and growth potential by providing access to GE HealthCare's extensive resources, market reach, and established support infrastructure. Caption Health will continue to provide management and administrative services for its Caption Care offerings, ensuring continuity and expanded service delivery.

What are the typical applications and settings for Caption Health's AI-guided ultrasound solutions?

Caption Health's AI-guided ultrasound solutions are primarily used for cardiac imaging, focusing on early disease detection, heart failure assessment, and ejection fraction evaluation. The technology is deployed in various point-of-care settings, including emergency departments, intensive care units, and anesthesiology departments, to triage, monitor, and assess patients. Additionally, through its Caption Care service, the technology is being extended to alternate sites of care and even patients' homes, making diagnostics more accessible and convenient.

Can you provide information on the pricing model and potential reimbursement for Caption Health's solutions?

Caption AI is offered through a subscription pricing model, making the technology accessible to healthcare providers. While specific pricing details for integrated GE HealthCare solutions would be determined by GE, the acquisition aims to expand affordable access to ultrasound imaging. Caption Health has also secured New Technology Add-on Payment (NTAP) approval for Medicare patients, indicating established reimbursement pathways for its technology.

What partnerships has Caption Health established to expand the reach and capabilities of its AI-guided ultrasound?

Caption Health has formed strategic partnerships to broaden the impact of its AI-guided ultrasound technology. Notable collaborations include Portamedic for its mobile Caption Care service, bringing echocardiograms to clinics and homes, and Butterfly Network to integrate AI with handheld ultrasound devices. They have also partnered with Ultromics to combine AI software with deep ultrasound analytics for enhanced cardiovascular disease detection and management.

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