According to MedCity News, Validic has closed a $5 million Series A investment round, co-led by Greycroft Partners and SJF Ventures.

Validic is an API platform that connects mobile health apps and devices to the healthcare system. The platform will be deployed to over 20 million people by the first quarter of 2014. By simplifying data collection, Validic opens new doors for remote patient monitoring and preventative healthcare. Validic connects healthcare organizations including hospitals or health insurers with individual health data recorded via mobile apps and devices ranging from the Nike Fuel Band to in-home blood pressure monitors.