Astrana Health (ASTH) CMO surrenders shares for equity tax withholding
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Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Astrana Health, Inc. Chief Medical Officer Dinesh M. Kumar reported a tax-withholding disposition of company stock. On March 5, 2026, 1,697 shares of common stock were surrendered at $25.07 per share to cover tax obligations related to vested restricted stock units.
After this withholding transaction, Kumar directly held 200,335 shares of Astrana Health common stock. This total includes time-based and performance-based restricted stock and restricted stock units that will vest over future dates, as well as 1,405 shares previously acquired under the employee stock purchase plan.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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1 txn
Insider
Kumar Dinesh M.
Role
Chief Medical Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tax Withholding | Common Stock | 1,697 | $25.07 | $43K |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 200,335 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- Represents the surrender of shares to offset against tax withholding obligations associated with certain restricted stock units that vested on March 5, 2026. Includes the following shares of restricted stock, which will vest as follows (in each case subject to continuous employment with the Issuer): (i) 28,378 shares, which will vest on January 23, 2027; and (ii) grants of 8,158 shares and 3,264 shares, each of which will vest subject to the achievement of certain performance goals. Also includes the following restricted stock units, which will vest as follows (in each case subject to continuous employment with the Issuer): (i) 67,238 restricted stock units, which will vest subject to the achievement of certain performance goals; and (ii) 20,027 restricted stock units, which will vest in six equal semi-annual installments beginning on September 5, 2026. Includes 1,405 shares acquired under the Issuer's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
FAQ
What insider transaction did Astrana Health (ASTH) disclose for Dinesh M. Kumar?
Astrana Health disclosed that Chief Medical Officer Dinesh M. Kumar surrendered shares in a tax-withholding disposition. On March 5, 2026, 1,697 common shares were withheld to satisfy tax obligations arising from the vesting of restricted stock units, rather than being sold in the open market.
What future vesting equity awards does Kumar have at Astrana Health (ASTH)?
Kumar’s holdings include 28,378 restricted shares vesting on January 23, 2027, and additional restricted shares and units tied to performance goals. He also holds 20,027 restricted stock units that will vest in six equal semi-annual installments beginning on September 5, 2026, subject to continued employment.
What is the purpose of the Form 4 tax-withholding transaction at Astrana Health (ASTH)?
The Form 4 shows shares surrendered to cover tax withholding from vested restricted stock units. Instead of paying taxes in cash, Kumar used 1,697 company shares valued at $25.07 each, a common administrative mechanism for handling tax liabilities on equity compensation awards.