Premier Care
Premier Care is a private US healthcare services provider focused on specialized treatment programs; the operating dataset describes a direct-to-consumer opioid use disorder treatment network operating 75+ same-day walk-in clinics delivering medication-assisted treatment, counseling, peer support, psychiatry, and the Recovery Connect mobile app.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2002
- HeadquartersColumbus, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What Premier Care does
Premier Care is referenced in firmographics as a for-profit, private provider of specialized treatment programs, founded in 2002 in Columbus, United States, with 11-50 employees and a website at premiercare.org. The substantially richer data set attached to this analysis describes an opioid use disorder treatment platform operating under the Community Medical Services (CMS) brand across more than 75 clinic locations in the United States, offering direct-to-consumer, walk-in, same-day medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with no waitlists. The clinical stack combines FDA-approved pharmacotherapy (methadone, Suboxone, buprenorphine, naltrexone, Brixadi, and Sublocade) with individual and group counseling, certified peer support specialists, psychiatry services, and a pregnancy and women's health program.
The business is anchored by a proprietary mobile product, Recovery Connect, which is positioned as the first and only app with published evidence of doubling patient retention odds when adopted in the first week of treatment; the app is offered free to both patients and non-patients and is available on iOS and Android. Distribution relies on physical clinics as the primary channel and a multi-tier referral network covering urgent care centers, hospitals, EMS, correctional health (jails, prisons, specialty courts, probation/parole), veterans and child-safety agencies (VA, DCS), behavioral health facilities, recovery housing, and overdose-prevention coalitions.
Revenue is generated from healthcare treatment services reimbursed primarily through Medicaid and other insurance plans, supplemented by federal Substance Use Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Services Block Grant (SUBG) funding for qualifying Arizona residents; pricing is not publicly disclosed. The company holds CARF accreditation, is a Certified B Corporation, and is a member of the American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence (AATOD). Customer-reported outcomes cited by the company include a 49% increase in employment after six months in treatment and a 40% decrease in heroin use. Note: firmographic fields (name, location, founding year, employee count, website) are inconsistent with the operational detail in the remainder of the dataset, which centers on Community Medical Services in Scottsdale, Arizona; this analysis treats the operational dataset as the primary source while carrying the Premier Care identifier through as instructed.
Premier Care firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Premier Care
- Legal name
- Community Medical Services
- Website
- https://premiercare.org
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2002
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Premier Care is a private US healthcare services provider focused on specialized treatment programs; the operating dataset describes a direct-to-consumer opioid use disorder treatment network operating 75+ same-day walk-in clinics delivering medication-assisted treatment, counseling, peer support, psychiatry, and the Recovery Connect mobile app.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Premier Care industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services
- NAICS
- Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (62142), Ambulatory Health Care Services (621)
- SIC
- Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Outpatient Substance Use Treatment Programs (IOP/PHP/OP) (HLAFACAF)
Keywords
Where Premier Care is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Columbus
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Premier Care business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Healthcare Treatment Services: Revenue generated from providing substance use disorder treatment services including medication-assisted treatment (methadone, Suboxone, buprenorphine, naltrexone, Brixadi, Sublocade), counseling services, and peer support. Services may be covered by Medicaid and other insurance plans. Grant funding available for qualifying Arizona residents under the federal Substance Use Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Services Block Grant (SUBG).
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels4 records
Premier Care product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Premier Care provides specialized outpatient treatment programs for opioid and substance use disorders through medication-assisted treatment (Methadone, Suboxone®, Buprenorphine, Naltrexone, Brixadi, Sublocade®) combined with individual and group counseling, certified peer support, and psychiatry services. Care is delivered at physical clinic locations with same-day, walk-in access and no waitlists, supplemented by a proprietary Recovery Connect mobile application that supports patient engagement and treatment retention.
Product overview
Community Medical Services offers a unified medication-assisted treatment platform providing FDA-approved medications for opioid use disorder (Methadone, Suboxone®, Buprenorphine, Naltrexone, Brixadi, Sublocade®) alongside counseling and peer support services. The portfolio is anchored by medication treatment as the core clinical offering, complemented by behavioral health services including individual and group counseling, certified peer support specialists, and psychiatry services. Additionally, the company offers a proprietary mobile application called Recovery Connect that enables patients to stay connected with their counselors and has demonstrated efficacy in improving treatment retention rates.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Methadone Treatment Long-acting medication-assisted treatment that stabilizes patients and prevents withdrawal symptoms, helping patients focus on recovery. For individuals with opioid use disorder.
- Suboxone® Treatment FDA-approved medication combining buprenorphine and naloxone to reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms while preventing misuse. For patients with opioid use disorder.
- Buprenorphine Treatment Medication designed to alleviate withdrawal symptoms and cravings without increasing opioid misuse potential, supporting positive behavior change. For patients with opioid use disorder.
- Naltrexone Treatment Opioid antagonist that blocks the effects of illicit opioids, reduces cravings, and supports sustainable recovery. For patients with opioid use disorder.
- Brixadi Treatment FDA-approved medication providing immediate relief from withdrawal symptoms and helping keep treatment on track. For patients with opioid use disorder.
- Sublocade® Treatment Monthly buprenorphine injection that reduces cravings and withdrawal symptoms, helping patients comfortably stay in treatment. For patients with opioid use disorder.
- Counseling Programs Individual and group addiction counseling services using evidence-based practices to help clients develop healthy coping mechanisms. For patients receiving medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder.
- Peer Support Certified Peer Support Specialists who bridge gaps in care, build trust, and inspire hope as part of the treatment approach. For patients in opioid use disorder treatment.
- Psychiatry Services Psychiatry services complementing existing treatment for opioid use disorder, accessible as part of a patient's treatment plan. For patients in opioid use disorder treatment.
- Recovery Connect Mobile App Mobile application (iOS and Android) that supports patient engagement and treatment retention; the first and only app reported to double the odds of staying in treatment when used in the first week. Available to patients and non-patients at no cost.
Quantifiable outcome
- 49% increase in employment after 6 months in treatment
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Premier Care
Customer profileSegments1 record
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Premier Care technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
Premier Care partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
13 partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Urgent Care CenterscoreReferral partnerships with urgent care centers for patients seeking opioid use disorder treatment. Building trusted partnerships with community healthcare providers is a cornerstone of CMS's mission.
- HospitalscoreReferral partnerships with hospitals to connect patients with substance use disorder treatment services.
- Police and Fire/EMScoreEmergency services partnerships with police departments and fire/EMS services for overdose response and treatment referrals.
- Detox and Residential Treatment CenterscoreHealthcare partnerships with detox and residential treatment centers for coordinated patient care transitions.
- Recovery HousingcorePartnerships with recovery housing facilities to support patients in maintaining sobriety after treatment.
- Behavioral Health/Mental Health FacilitiescorePartnerships with behavioral health and mental health facilities for integrated treatment approaches.
- Jails and Prisons (Correctional Health)coreCorrectional health partnerships with jails and prisons to provide medication-assisted treatment for incarcerated individuals with opioid use disorder.
- Specialty CourtscorePartnerships with specialty courts (drug courts, mental health courts) for treatment referrals as an alternative to incarceration.
- Probation and ParolecorePartnerships with probation and parole systems for treatment referrals and continued care for individuals in the criminal justice system.
- Homeless Shelters and Drop-in CenterscoreOverdose prevention partnerships with homeless shelters and drop-in centers to reach vulnerable populations.
- Overdose Prevention CoalitionscorePartnerships with community overdose prevention coalitions for education, training, and naloxone distribution.
- State and Local Government / Public HealthcoreGovernment partnerships with local government, state government, SOTA, public health agencies, and county boards for community health initiatives.
- VA / DCS (Veterans Affairs / Department of Child Safety)coreGovernment partnerships with Veterans Affairs and Department of Child Safety for specialized population support.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Premier Care competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Pinnacle Treatment Centers: Pinnacle Treatment Centers operates a multi-state network of outpatient addiction treatment facilities providing MAT, counseling, and co-occurring disorder services. Directly comparable to CMS in service model, patient population, and geographic scope.
- New Season (Collegium): New Season operates a large network of outpatient MAT clinics across the U.S. providing methadone, Suboxone, and counseling. Directly comparable to CMS in service mix, patient population, and clinical delivery model.
- BAART Programs (BayMark Health Services): BAART Programs is one of the largest networks of opioid treatment programs in the U.S., offering methadone, buprenorphine, and counseling services across dozens of clinic locations. Operates the same outpatient MAT model as CMS, making it the closest direct competitor.
- CleanSlate Centers: CleanSlate is a multi-state outpatient addiction treatment provider focused on MAT for opioid and alcohol use disorders. Operates a similar hub-and-spoke clinic model and serves comparable Medicaid populations.
Broad incumbents
- Acadia Healthcare: Acadia is a large publicly traded behavioral health operator with a substantial footprint in addiction treatment services, including residential and outpatient programs. While broader than CMS, its addiction treatment segment overlaps directly with CMS's outpatient MAT business.
- Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: Hazelden Betty Ford is a leading nonprofit addiction treatment provider offering residential, outpatient, and MAT services. While primarily residential-focused, its outpatient MAT programs compete with CMS for similar patient segments.
- American Addiction Centers: American Addiction Centers operates a national network of residential and outpatient substance abuse treatment facilities. Overlaps with CMS in outpatient MAT and patient population, though its broader portfolio includes higher-acuity residential care.
Emerging players
- Workit Health: Workit Health provides online MAT and counseling for substance use disorders, including opioid addiction. Overlaps with CMS clinically but competes through a fully virtual care model that bypasses the need for physical clinic locations.
- Bicycle Health: Bicycle Health is a telehealth-first provider of buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder. Competes with CMS for the same patient population but through a fully remote model, potentially undermining the clinic footprint advantage.
- Ophelia: Ophelia is a digital health company providing medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder via telehealth. Targets the same patient population as CMS but without physical clinics, representing a disruptive emerging alternative.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Digital presencePremier Care compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance3 records
Premier Care financial estimates
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Premier Care leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Premier Care funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Premier Care M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Premier Care
What does Premier Care do?
Premier Care provides specialized outpatient treatment programs for opioid and substance use disorders through medication-assisted treatment (Methadone, Suboxone®, Buprenorphine, Naltrexone, Brixadi, Sublocade®) combined with individual and group counseling, certified peer support, and psychiatry services. Care is delivered at physical clinic locations with same-day, walk-in access and no waitlists, supplemented by a proprietary Recovery Connect mobile application that supports patient engagement and treatment retention.
Is Premier Care a public or private company?
Premier Care is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Premier Care founded?
Premier Care was founded in 2002. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Premier Care based?
Premier Care is headquartered in Columbus, United States, in the North America region.
How does Premier Care make money?
One revenue line is on record: healthcare Treatment Services.
Who are Premier Care's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Pinnacle Treatment Centers, New Season (Collegium), BAART Programs (BayMark Health Services) and CleanSlate Centers. Broad incumbents are Acadia Healthcare, Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and American Addiction Centers. Emerging players are Workit Health, Bicycle Health and Ophelia.
Does Premier Care have an API?
No public API is recorded for Premier Care.
What industry is Premier Care in?
Premier Care's product category is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAFACAF, Outpatient Substance Use Treatment Programs (IOP/PHP/OP). Its NAICS code is 621420 and its SIC code is 8093.