About Us

Premise Health is the largest direct healthcare provider in the U.S., partnering with employers, unions, and health plans to serve their people – our members. We are committed to empowering members to live happier, healthier lives. 

Leading the way for 60 years.

Six decades – that’s how long Premise Health has partnered with the most respected organizations in the U.S. to rethink healthcare for their people. Premise traces our beginning back to 1964, when our first onsite wellness center opened in New York City. Today, we operate more than 800 wellness centers in 46 states, delivering occupational health, advanced primary care, and much more to millions of members.  

What inspires us to keep innovating? From coast to coast, the premise is the same. When people have access to amazing healthcare, they are healthier and happier. When people are healthier and happier, their organizations thrive. 

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Redefining healthcare with you in mind.

What if healthcare was reimagined? Easy to access? Barrier free? That’s our vision – healthcare that works for you. Learn more about how Premise makes a difference.


Our leadership team.

The people bringing our vision to life

Years of experience and a deep understanding of what organizations truly need to succeed unites us in our vision to redefine healthcare for good.

Beth Ratliff

Chief Operating Officer

Stu Clark

Chief Executive Officer

Shannon Farrington

Chief Financial Officer

Jonathan Leizman, MD

Chief Medical Officer

Haden McWhorter

Chief Information Officer

Ben Miller

Chief Revenue Officer

Joey Johnson

Chief Information Security Officer

Elizabeth Reimer

Chief Human Resources Officer

William Wright

General Counsel

Derek Brochu

Executive Vice President, Growth and Development

Ed McNamara

Executive Vice President, Business Development Strategy

Different on purpose.

Healthcare isn’t working for organizations or their people right now. Premise does. We redesigned healthcare from the ground up to focus on amazing experiences, exceptional clinical care, and real financial value. Our model is proven to save organizations an average of 30% on their total cost of care by improving health for their populations. A different kind of healthcare starts with a different kind of partner.  

Our model

We’re honored to be honored.

2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care

9 years in a row: Top Workplace in Middle Tennessee by the Tennessean

Great Place to Work Certified™

Military Friendly and Military Friendly Spouse Employer Designated

#1 Military Friendly® Employer by VIQTORY

Top 3 Military Friendly® Employer by VIQTORY

Numerous AAOHN awards

2019 CIO of the Year by Nashville Technology Council

Making a positive impact. 

While our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) program is just beginning, corporate responsibility has always been part of Premise’s mission and vision. We believe being a good steward is a crucial and interconnected part of our business strategy, allowing us to make the world a better place for generations to come. 

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Celebrating 60 years of excellence.

Forging the New Frontier

1964-2013

The efforts and success of several predecessor companies lay the groundwork for Premise Health. 

Leading the Pack

2014-2018

The merger of CHS Health Services and Take Care Employer Services establishes Premise Health, a direct healthcare company with a commitment to help people get, stay, and be well.

Strengthening Our Commitment

2018

Premise is backed by OMERS Private Equity. Our shared values and vision allow us to aggressively pursue our goals of driving needed change in healthcare.

Expanding Our Reach

2020

The acquisition of CareHere expands Premise Health and builds on our expertise and experience in the public sector.

Enhancing Our Ability to Engage

2021

The acquisition of Sonic Boom Wellness enhances our digital service offering while supercharging member engagement through an interactive wellness platform.

Celebrating 60 Years

2024

Premise Health celebrates 10 years as a brand and 60 years of serving organizations and their people.


Amazing care means amazing results.

With Premise, our members get the healthcare they need, when they need it. Our mission is to help them get, stay, and be well by meeting them where they are.


Join us in redefining healthcare.

Our team members help us deliver on the promise we make to our members. We couldn’t do what we do without them. At our corporate office and wellness centers across the country, our 6,000+ team members are connected through our shared purpose, mission, vision, and values. Join us in making healthcare better.

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Let’s talk about how Premise Health can work for you.

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