Infosys to Acquire US-based Optimum Healthcare IT for $465 Mn

The deal is aimed at strengthening Infosys’ presence in the healthcare provider segment, particularly across hospitals and health systems in the United States.

Global IT giant Infosys has announced the acquisition of US-based Optimum Healthcare IT for $465 million (approximately INR 4,300 crore), as part of its ongoing strategy to expand its footprint in the healthcare technology segment.

The deal is aimed at strengthening Infosys’ presence in the healthcare provider segment, particularly across hospitals and health systems in the United States. The deal is expected to address the growing demands of digital transformation in the US.

Commenting on the new development, Salil Parekh, Chief Executive Officer, Infosys, said, “Optimum Healthcare IT has established a strong position in the healthcare sector by consistently delivering measurable outcomes through deep domain expertise and trusted client engagements.”

He further added, by bringing together Optimum’s provider experience with Infosys Topaz and Infosys Cobalt, we are positioned to create a differentiated value proposition for healthcare providers, accelerating end-to-end cloud, data, and digital transformation at scale.

Founded in 2012, Optimum Healthcare IT is a healthcare consulting and digital transformation firm that provides services such as electronic health record (EHR) advisory, implementation, and support to hospitals and healthcare providers.

Through the transaction, providers using Optimum Healthcare IT will be able to access Infosys’ AI and cloud offerings, which are expected to enable a more integrated and scalable digital transformation initiative.

Additionally, the deal seeks to enhance Infosys’s position in the healthcare provider segment by adding new client relationships while expanding its technology capabilities and creating synergies across new business segments.

Reflecting his thoughts on the new partnership, Gene Scheurer, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Optimum Healthcare IT, said, "With Infosys’ long-term investment and global scale behind us, we’re positioned to accelerate AI and digital-led growth and expand what we can deliver while remaining anchored in the values, service model, and healthcare focus our clients count on.”

The transactions form part of a broader set of acquisitions by Infosys, which also includes the purchase of US-based insurance technology firm Stratus for $95 million, taking the total deal value to about $560 million.

Both deals are expected to close during the first quarter of fiscal year 2027 and are subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.

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