MultiPlan Corporation Announces Upsizing and Pricing of Offering of $1.05 Billion of Senior Secured Notes

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MultiPlan Corporation (NYSE:MPLN) announced the pricing of $1.05 billion in 5.50% senior secured notes due 2028 through its subsidiary, MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC. This represents a $275 million increase from the initial offering size. The offering is set to close on August 24, 2021, pending closing conditions. Proceeds will be used to repay existing debts and cover associated expenses. The notes will not be registered under the Securities Act, and the company aims to secure its financial position and optimize its debt structure.

Positive

• Raises $1.05 billion through senior secured notes, increasing from initial offering.
• Refinancing existing debt improves financial structure and reduces interest payments.

Negative

• Notes not registered under the Securities Act, limiting marketability.
• Increased indebtedness may raise concerns about long-term financial stability.

MultiPlan Corporation (NYSE:MPLN) (“MultiPlan” or the “Company”) today announced that its indirect wholly owned subsidiary, MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC (the “Issuer”), priced its offering of $1.05 billion in aggregate principal amount of 5.50% senior secured notes due 2028 (the “Notes”), representing an increase of $275.0 million compared to the previously announced offering size. The Notes are expected to be issued by the Issuer and guaranteed on a full and unconditional basis by each of the Issuer’s wholly owned domestic restricted subsidiaries that guarantees the Issuer’s new senior secured credit facilities, and the Notes and such guarantees will be secured on an equal and ratable basis by the collateral that will secure such new senior secured credit facilities.

The offering of the Notes is expected to close on or about August 24, 2021, subject to closing conditions. The Issuer will use the net proceeds from the offering of the Notes and borrowings under its new $1,325 million senior secured term loan facility (i) to repay all of its indebtedness under its existing senior term loan facility and (ii) to pay fees and expenses in connection therewith.

The Notes and related guarantees are being offered only to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers in reliance on Rule 144A under the Securities Act, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and outside the United States, only to non-U.S. persons pursuant to Regulation S. The Notes and related guarantees will not be registered under the Securities Act or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act and applicable state laws.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities described above, and shall not constitute an offer, solicitation or sale in any jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.

About MultiPlan

MultiPlan is committed to helping healthcare payors manage the cost of care, improve their competitiveness and inspire positive change. Leveraging sophisticated technology, data analytics and a team rich with industry experience, MultiPlan interprets clients' needs and customizes innovative solutions that combine its payment and revenue integrity, network-based and analytics-based services. MultiPlan is a trusted partner to over 700 healthcare payors in the commercial health, government and property and casualty markets.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements often include words such as “anticipate,” “expect,” “suggest,” “plan,” “believe,” “intend,” “project,” “forecast,” “estimates,” “targets,” “projections,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “may,” “might,” “will,” and other similar expressions relating to closing of the offering of the Notes, borrowings under the new credit facility and the anticipated use of proceeds therefrom. Although the Company believes that these forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions at the time they are made, you should be aware that many factors could affect such forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements, including those related to the offering, refinancing the Issuer’s indebtedness, and the use of proceeds, are based on current expectations that are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties.

Factors that may impact such forward-looking statements include the factors discussed under “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 and the Company’s Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q for the quarterly periods ended March 31, 2021 and June 30, 2021, as such risk factors may be updated from time to time in the Company’s periodic and other filings with the SEC. The Company’s periodic and other filings are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, the Company cannot guarantee that the future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or occur. Except as required by applicable law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason after the date of this news release to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in our expectations.

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FAQ

What is MultiPlan's recent offering related to MPLN?

MultiPlan priced a $1.05 billion offering of 5.50% senior secured notes due 2028.

When is the expected closing date for MultiPlan's notes offering?

The offering is expected to close on August 24, 2021, subject to conditions.

What will MultiPlan do with the proceeds from the notes offering?

The proceeds will be used to repay existing debt and cover associated fees.

How much did MultiPlan increase its notes offering by?

MultiPlan increased its notes offering by $275 million.

Are the notes offered by MultiPlan registered under the Securities Act?

No, the notes and related guarantees will not be registered under the Securities Act.