Oscar Health, Inc. Announces that Mark Bertolini’s Foundation Purchases Shares of Oscar Health

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Oscar Health, Inc. ("Oscar") (NYSE: OSCR), a leading healthcare technology company, today announced that the Anahata Foundation ("Anahata"), a charitable foundation established by Mark T. Bertolini, Oscar's Chief Executive Officer, purchased 933,333 shares on the open market the week of November 11, 2024. Oscar was not a party to any of these transactions.

Bertolini said: "I believe in the future of Oscar. I am convinced Oscar is the company with the talent, products, and technology to change healthcare. The future is bright. My continued investment in Oscar reiterates my confidence in our growth, in the team, and in our opportunity to make the individual market the chosen solutions for all Americans."

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About Oscar Health

Oscar Health, Inc. ("Oscar") is a leading healthcare technology company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving our members. We have been challenging the status quo in the healthcare system since our founding in 2012, and are dedicated to making a healthier life accessible and affordable for all. Oscar offers Individual & Family plans and health technology solutions that power the healthcare industry through +Oscar. Our technology drives superior experiences, deep engagement, and high-value clinical care, earning us the trust of approximately 1.65 million members, as of September 30, 2024.