Acadia Healthcare (NASDAQ:ACHC) shares plunged more than 10% after the company was downgraded to an ‘Underperform' rating by Bank of America analysts, who warned that rising insurance and legal costs will pressure profitability into 2026. The analyst also lowered their price objective on Acadia Healthcare to $13.
ACHC cuts its 2025 outlook as liability costs soar, with surging claims and weaker reinsurance sharply hitting earnings and EBITDA.
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. ( ACHC ) UBS Global Healthcare Conference 2025 November 11, 2025 2:45 PM EST Company Participants Christopher Hunter - CEO & Director Todd Young - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Joseph Overman - UBS Investment Bank, Research Division Presentation Joseph Overman UBS Investment Bank, Research Division Hey, everyone. I'm Joseph Overman, I'm on the health care managed care and facilities team here at UBS.
| Health Care Providers & Services Industry | Healthcare Sector | Christopher Howal Hunter CEO | XSTU Exchange | US00404A1097 ISIN |
| US Country | 25,500 Employees | - Last Dividend | 1 Nov 2011 Last Split | - IPO Date |
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services in the United States and Puerto Rico. Established in 2005 and based out of Franklin, Tennessee, the company is dedicated to offering a wide range of high-quality, personalized behavioral healthcare solutions. Acadia Healthcare is well-recognized for developing and operating a comprehensive network of acute inpatient psychiatric facilities, specialty treatment facilities, comprehensive treatment centers, and outpatient behavioral healthcare services. These facilities cater to the varied behavioral healthcare and recovery needs of communities, delivering support through innovative treatments and a patient-centered approach.
Acadia Healthcare operates state-of-the-art acute inpatient psychiatric facilities designed for individuals requiring immediate and intensive mental health care. These facilities provide a safe environment for stabilization and treatment of severe psychiatric conditions.
The company offers specialized treatment in residential recovery facilities and eating disorder facilities. These centers focus on addressing specific behavioral health issues, such as substance abuse and eating disorders, through targeted therapy and support.
Comprehensive Treatment Centers are part of Acadia’s network, providing medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and counseling for individuals struggling with opioid addiction and other substance use disorders. These centers aim to offer a holistic approach to recovery.
Residential Treatment Centers by Acadia Healthcare are designed for patients requiring a structured treatment program within a residential setting. These centers offer long-term care for a wide range of psychiatric and behavioral conditions, fostering rehabilitation and recovery through coordinated care plans.
Acadia also provides outpatient behavioral healthcare services to cater to the needs of individuals seeking flexible treatment options. These services include therapy, counseling, and medication management, making it possible for patients to receive care while maintaining their daily responsibilities.