Specialty Networks, LLC, a portfolio company of Linden Capital Partners, has acquired United Rheumatology LLC. Founded in 2014, United Rheumatology is the leading exclusive Rheumatology group purchasing organization and real-world evidence data & analytics company with 635 active independent Rheumatology providers in its network.
"We are excited to welcome United Rheumatology into the Specialty Networks' family of companies," said David Coury, CEO of Specialty Networks. "Our shared mission to help improve patient care by strengthening independent specialty providers makes this acquisition a great fit for both of our companies. With the acquisition of United Rheumatology, Specialty Networks adds a third specialty to its portfolio of specialty-focused companies."
United Rheumatology brings a suite of complementary services to Specialty Networks, including group purchasing services, sponsored educational events, life science data & analytics, and value-based payor programs. Specialty Networks will further enhance United Rheumatology's capabilities by introducing additional service offerings to its network practices and industry clients, which include in-office dispensing/pharmacy services; clinical and administrative programming; patient identification, retention, and engagement technology; outsourced clinical navigation; and decentralized clinical trials.
"Joining forces with Specialty Networks will further enable community Rheumatology practices to remain independent and advance the standard of care for their patients. This is a fantastic opportunity for our organizations to continue evolving precision medicine to ensure each patient receives the right care at the right time," said Dr. Max Hamburger, Founder, United Rheumatology.
With a presence in Urology, Gastroenterology, and Rheumatology, Specialty Networks offers a comprehensive solution that adds substantial value to independent specialty providers and industry clients. The significant growth of the Specialty Networks platform further highlights the need to support patients, providers, and industry clients in specialized areas of medicine that have high healthcare expenditures.
Covington Associates, LLC served as M&A advisor and Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP served as legal advisor to United Rheumatology. Katten Muchin Rosenman, LLC served as legal advisor to Specialty Networks.
