8-K/A: AccessOne 2024 Profit Turnaround Precedes Phreesia Buyout

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Acquisition Financials 28 January 2026 5:29 PM

AccessOne Parent Holdings, Inc. reported a significant turnaround to profitability in 2024 with increased cash flow, preceding its acquisition by Phreesia, Inc. for $160 million.

Capital raisePhreesia, Inc. entered into a new secured term loan (Bridge Loan) with Goldman Sachs Bank USA for an outstanding principal amount of $110.0 million.The net proceeds from the Bridge Loan were used to fund a portion of the $160 million acquisition of AccessOne Parent Holdings, Inc.The Bridge Loan bears interest at a per annum rate equal to the three-month Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR) plus a margin of 4.00%, with the rate increasing by 0.5% every three months.The Bridge Loan matures on November 11, 2026.

Summary

AccessOne Parent Holdings, Inc. was acquired by Phreesia, Inc. on November 12, 2025, for a base purchase price of $160 million.
The acquisition was funded by Phreesia's cash on hand and a new $110 million secured term loan (Bridge Loan) from Goldman Sachs Bank USA.
AccessOne reported a net income of $4.909 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a significant improvement from a net loss of $2.823 million in 2023.
Revenues increased to $49.217 million in 2024 from $47.799 million in 2023, driven by higher cardholder servicing fees.
Operating income more than doubled to $10.404 million in 2024 from $4.954 million in 2023, primarily due to reduced sales and marketing and R&D expenses.
Net cash provided by operating activities saw a substantial turnaround, reaching $14.856 million in 2024 compared to a net cash outflow of $1.276 million in 2023.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, AccessOne reported a net income of $2.810 million on revenues of $34.628 million, a decrease compared to $4.188 million net income on $36.380 million revenues for the same period in 2024.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: AccessOne demonstrated a strong financial turnaround in 2024, achieving profitability and significant cash flow growth. While interim 2025 results showed some decline, the successful acquisition by Phreesia for $160 million represents a positive strategic outcome for AccessOne's equity holders and a significant expansion for Phreesia.

Positives

Significant turnaround from a net loss of $2.823 million in 2023 to a net income of $4.909 million in 2024.
Operating income more than doubled to $10.404 million in 2024 from $4.954 million in 2023.
Strong improvement in cash flow from operations, turning a $1.276 million outflow in 2023 into a $14.856 million inflow in 2024.
Total assets increased to $283.830 million in 2024 from $242.945 million in 2023.
The company was acquired by Phreesia, Inc. for a base purchase price of $160 million, providing a clear exit and valuation for AccessOne's equity holders.

Negatives

Finance charges revenue decreased to $13.321 million in 2024 from $17.475 million in 2023.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, revenues decreased to $34.628 million from $36.380 million in the prior year period.
Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, decreased to $2.810 million from $4.188 million in the prior year period.
Operating income for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, decreased to $7.015 million from $8.492 million in the prior year period.
Net cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, decreased to $4.984 million from $5.728 million in the prior year period.

Risks

Concentration of credit risk: Approximately 61% of 2024 revenue and 59% of 2023 revenue was derived from three health care providers and their patients.
Concentration of cardholder receivables: Approximately 83% of outstanding cardholder receivables as of December 31, 2024, and 80% as of December 31, 2023, were from patients of two health care providers.
Loss of a major health care provider customer could significantly impact financial position, results of operations, and cash flows.

Future Outlook

The filing primarily provides historical financial data for AccessOne leading up to its acquisition by Phreesia. The acquisition itself represents a significant strategic move for Phreesia, integrating AccessOne's technology-enabled financial services for patient healthcare costs and provider collections into its offerings. AccessOne's existing securitization facility was extended through May 2026, indicating continued operations under Phreesia.

Industry Context

AccessOne operates in the healthcare financial services sector, providing patient financing and collection solutions for out-of-pocket healthcare costs. This sector is driven by increasing patient financial responsibility and the need for healthcare providers to optimize collections. The acquisition by Phreesia, a company focused on patient intake and engagement, suggests a trend towards integrated platforms that manage the entire patient journey, from scheduling and intake to payment and financial management. This integration aims to enhance patient access to care and improve provider revenue cycles.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Stockholder Rights and Preferences	Details on voting rights, conversion, and liquidation preferences for Common, Series A, B, and C Preferred Stock are outlined.	NA	Clarifies the rights and preferences of different classes of equity, particularly relevant in the context of the acquisition.
Employee Incentive Plan	The company maintains a Stock Incentive Plan for employees, directors, and contractors, with options granted, exercised, cancelled, and modified.	NA	Provides a mechanism for employee and director compensation tied to equity performance, with modifications impacting compensation expense.

Legal Proceedings

The company could be subject to legal proceedings arising in the normal course of business activities.
As of December 31, 2024, and September 30, 2025, no material recorded liabilities related to legal matters or exposure to reasonably possible material contingency were reported.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders (AccessOne): Realized a significant return through the $160 million acquisition by Phreesia, with their equity being fully acquired.
Shareholders (Phreesia): The acquisition represents a strategic expansion into healthcare financial services, potentially enhancing Phreesia's market position and future revenue streams, but also introduces new debt (Bridge Loan) and integration challenges.
Employees (AccessOne): Stock incentive compensation was recognized, and options were modified, indicating potential benefits or changes related to the acquisition.
Health Care Providers (AccessOne's customers): AccessOne's services for managing patient out-of-pocket costs and collections will continue under Phreesia, potentially benefiting from Phreesia's broader platform.
Creditors: AccessOne's short-term and long-term debt were repaid in connection with the acquisition, and Phreesia incurred a new Bridge Loan.

Next Steps

Phreesia will finalize the valuation analysis of AccessOne's assets and liabilities within 12 months from the November 12, 2025, closing date for final purchase price allocation.
AccessOne's securitization facility with PNC was extended through May 4, 2026.

Key Dates

Date	Description
May 11, 2018	Holdings issued Series B Preferred Stock.
November 2021	AccessOne Parent Holdings, Inc. formed.
December 14, 2021	Company issued Series C Preferred Stock.
August 29, 2025	Phreesia, Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire AccessOne.
September 23, 2025	PNC Agreement amended to extend revolving credit agreement through December 31, 2025.
November 12, 2025	Phreesia, Inc. completed the acquisition of AccessOne Parent Holdings, Inc. for $160 million.
December 3, 2025	Securitization facility with PNC extended through May 4, 2026.
January 28, 2026	Audited consolidated financial statements for years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, and unaudited interim consolidated financial statements for nine months ended September 30, 2025 and 2024, were issued.
August 20, 2026	Term loan matures.
November 11, 2026	Bridge Loan matures.
March 2, 2027	Warrants to purchase Common Stock issued in 2017 expire.

Recommendation

hold

For Phreesia, the acquirer, this is a strategic expansion. While AccessOne showed strong 2024 performance, its 9M 2025 results indicate some softening. The acquisition introduces new debt and integration risks, which need to be carefully managed. Investors should hold to observe how the integration progresses and how AccessOne's business performs under Phreesia's ownership, and how the Bridge Loan impacts Phreesia's overall financial health. For AccessOne's former shareholders, the recommendation is moot as their equity has been acquired.

Keywords

AccessOne, Phreesia, Acquisition, Healthcare Finance, Patient Payments, SEC Filing, Financial Services, Cardholder Receivables, Merger, 8-K/A

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