Prime Healthcare Services, Inc.

Prime Healthcare is a physician-founded and physician-led health system headquartered in Ontario, California. Established in 2001 by Dr. Prem Reddy, its core mission is to acquire and improve hospitals, ensuring they deliver compassionate, quality care to patients and enhance healthcare services within their communities. The organization emphasizes a philosophy that all healthcare is local, tailoring its approach to the unique needs of each region it serves.

The company's services encompass a broad range of healthcare offerings, primarily through its network of 55 acute care hospitals and over 360 outpatient locations across 15 states. These facilities provide comprehensive health care services, including emergency care and various medical specialties. A significant component of Prime Healthcare's operations includes the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity that includes 21 of its hospitals, dedicated to charitable and educational initiatives.

As the fourth-largest for-profit health system in the United States, Prime Healthcare is led by Founder, Chairman, and CEO Dr. Prem Reddy, with Dr. Sunny Bhatia serving as the system's first president since September 2024. The company recently expanded its footprint with the acquisition of Franciscan Health Olympia Fields in Illinois in May 2026. Prime Healthcare has received national recognition, ranking among the top 10 health systems for patient safety, social responsibility, and cost efficiency.