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.ch · March 2026
The 8 keys in the sequence
6 emails, 1 phone call, 1 LinkedIn message — over 36 days.
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
