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Cold email sequence for healthcare technology — 4% response rate

8 stages over 36 days. 6 emails, 1 phone call, 1 LinkedIn message. 808 prospects contacted.

Charles Perret, founder of devlo

Charles Perret

Founder of devlo.ch · March 2026

808
Prospects contacted
22%
Open rate
4%
Response rate
2
Interested prospects

The 8 keys in the sequence

6 emails, 1 phone call, 1 LinkedIn message — over 36 days.

LinkedInDay 1LinkedIn login
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, {{linkedinnote}} The LinkedIn message begins as follows: “Your LinkedIn post about… Your LinkedIn profile states that… Your interview OR your article OR your blog post… My colleague {{salesRep}} told me about… … I’m delighted to get in touch with you.” --- → Voice note (sent 6 days after the LinkedIn connection request was accepted): Thank you for adding me to your network. My colleague {{salesRep}} sent me an email explaining why healthcare providers are partnering with us to address gaps in care and improve both the quality of care and their STAR performance. Would you be interested in discussing this further? --- → Message mentioning colleagues’ names (sent 7 days later): Hello {{firstName}}, would it be more appropriate for me to contact your colleagues {{colleaguename1}} or {{colleaguename2}}? --- → Follow-up message (sent 5 days later): {{firstName}}, I’m sorry we haven’t had the chance to speak directly. I’ll keep you updated as we publish new results regarding reducing our clients’ care gaps and improving their quality and STAR scores. Kind regards. Other LinkedIn response templates → Sent manually if the prospect replies with an inconclusive message that interrupts the sequence {{firstName}}, my colleague {{salesRep}} has sent you an email explaining why clients partner with us to improve their quality and STAR ratings through preventive care, reducing care gaps and enhancing the member experience. [...] (full content available on request)
EmailDay 1Email #2
Subject: Fancy a quick chat, {{firstname}}?
Introduction - A {% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, {{icebreaker}} All health plans strive to improve quality and STAR performance by addressing gaps in care and enhancing the member experience. To achieve these goals, many health plans partner with [clientCompanyName], ensuring their members receive the care they need whilst enjoying an exceptional experience. Is it worth providing a little more context during a brief phone call? Or is that off-topic? Kind regards, {{signature}} Intro - B Send time: first day of the sequence Subject: Quick chat, {{firstname}}? Content: {% assign ampm = "now" | date: "%P" %}{% if ampm contains "am" %}Good morning{% else %}Good morning{% endif %} {{firstName}}, 5 of the 7 largest managed care organisations (MCOs) have partnered with us to provide their members with the care they need and an exceptional experience. Each health plan is working to improve quality and STAR performance by addressing care gaps and enhancing the member experience. Would it be worth providing a little more context during a brief phone call? Kind regards {{signature}}Contact No. 3 - Email No. 2 → Contact colleagues Date sent: 7 days after the last message Subject: Discussion with {{colleaguename1}} or {{colleaguename2}} Content: {% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, Would it be best to contact {{colleague1}} or {{colleague2}} regarding the quality and improvement of STARs performance at {{companyName}}? Kind regards, {{signature}}
Email4 days laterEmail #3
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, I know you’re very busy, but perhaps your colleagues might be interested in a case study demonstrating our ability to bridge gaps in care and generate a 242% return on investment? PS: My to-do list, shown below, reminded me to get in touch with you, 😊. {{signature}}
Email5 days laterEmail #4
Subject: Shall we meet up at [ProductName]?
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, Are you attending the upcoming [ProductName] conference in {{country}}? Our vice-president would like to invite you for a coffee at [venue] to take a break during the conference. Would you be interested? Speaking of coffee, I’ll have a fresh cup ready for you at {{event region}} :)
Call3 days laterPhone call
[Managed by the client's team]
EmailOn the same day, an unsuccessful cold callEmail #6
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, My colleague {{salesRep}} was unable to reach you today. He wanted to discuss meeting our vice-president for a coffee at a professional event dedicated to the Medicare STARs programme in the United States. Do you have a few minutes to get in touch and discuss this? Kind regards
Email8 days laterEmail #7
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, What did you think of my proposal to show you why health plans similar to {{companyName}} work with us to bridge gaps in care and improve the member experience? Our clients regularly highlight their satisfaction with our ability to deliver a return on investment, arrange care for their members immediately, and provide an exceptional experience. They also rely on us to answer their members’ questions, complete health risk assessments (HRAs), explain benefits or rewards, and direct members to the appropriate resources (clinical resources, CBOs, internal health plan resources, etc.). Is there a particular day and time that would suit you best for us to get in touch? {{signature}}
Email6 days laterEmail #8
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, As you are responsible for {{responsibilityfromjobtitle}} at {{companyName}}, {{salesRep}}, I have tried to contact you on several occasions. We thought you might be interested in finding out how our clients have leveraged our solution to: Leverage technology to boost their health plan ratings to 4 stars or higher Case study demonstrating a 242% return on investment in the Medicare Advantage market Improve their CAHPS scores through scalable communication and appointment booking You may also be interested in our comprehensive end-to-end solution designed to improve the member experience, optimise health outcomes and maximise return on investment: Care Access Complete Would it be possible to arrange a brief phone call? If this isn’t of interest to you, I fully understand and wish you all the best! Kind regards, {{signature}}

Why this sequence works

808 prospects were contacted, with a response rate of 4% — typical of the US health insurance market, where prospecting volumes are high and decision-makers are in high demand. The seven-step outreach sequence combines LinkedIn and email to maximise reach.

The claim that "5 of the 7 largest MCOs partner with us" is an extremely powerful authority statement in the HealthTech sector. For a health plan decision-maker, this statistic dispels any doubts about the solution’s ability to operate at scale.

The 242% ROI highlighted in a Medicare Advantage case study (Touch #4) is a concrete figure that resonates with financial decision-makers at health plans. In an industry where every decision is measured in terms of ROI, this quantified evidence is decisive.

What you can learn from this campaign

  • Use market penetration statistics. "Five of the seven largest MCOs place their trust in us" is a decisive point of authority.
  • Provide case studies with quantified ROI. A 242% return on investment in Medicare Advantage resonates with financial decision-makers.
  • Include audio notes on LinkedIn. In a saturated market, the human voice makes the message stand out.
  • Arrange a meeting at an event. Touch #5 offers coffee during a conference, creating a natural opportunity.

When to use this sequence

HealthTech solutions and quality improvement

Your product improves STAR ratings, helps close care gaps or enhances the patient experience.

Targeting health plans and MCOs

Healthcare decision-makers in the United States are your target audience.

Medicare Advantage market

The sequence uses terminology specific to the Medicare market (STAR, CAHPS, HRA).

Sales backed by evidence of ROI

If your solution can demonstrate a quantified ROI (242% in this case), the model applies.

Who can use this sequence?

HealthTech Publishers

If your solution improves STAR ratings, the quality of care or the patient experience.

SDRs targeting US health plans

Medicare, MCO and CAHPS terminology is incorporated into the course.

Care management solutions

If your product closes gaps in healthcare or improves access to care.

Quality improvement consultants

Adapt the process to suit your own quality improvement initiatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you approach US health insurance providers?

The volume is high (808 prospects) because health plan decision-makers are in high demand. The key lies in establishing authority (“5 of the 7 largest MCOs”) and providing quantified ROI evidence (242%). LinkedIn voice notes add a personal touch to a stream of automated messages.

Why is the response rate only 4%?

The US HealthTech market is one of the most competitive in the world. A 4% response rate from 808 prospects yields 32 replies, including 2 qualified leads. The LTV of a health plan contract (6–7 figures per year) more than justifies the volume of prospecting required.

How can this sequence be adapted for the European market?

Replace the American terminology (STAR ratings, MCO, CAHPS) with the European equivalents (quality indicators, mutual health insurance schemes, patient satisfaction). The LinkedIn + email structure remains the same. Client references must be local to lend credibility to the approach.

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Last updated: March 2026