Forward-looking statements may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of Premier to be materially different from historical results or from any future results or projections expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Matters discussed in this release that are not statements of historical or current facts, are 'forward-looking statements' within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 32,000 employees who are dedicated to making it easier for people to live well. UnityPoint has relationships with more than 400 physician clinics, 20 regional and 19 community network hospitals, seven community mental health centers, four accredited colleges and home care services throughout its nine regions. UnityPoint Health is one of the nation's most integrated health systems, providing care to both metropolitan and rural communities across Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin. The financial impact of the agreement was not disclosed. The partnership is not expected to materially impact PremierвЂ™s fiscal year 2022 financial results. WeвЂ™re looking forward to our collaboration with UnityPoint Health and the direct impact this partnership will have on their operations and continued ability to provide outstanding patient care.' 'With the right strategic partner and technology-enabled insights, this vision is within reach. 'UnityPoint Health and Premier share a vision for value-based, cost-effective healthcare, and we are thrilled to welcome them to our membership,' said Andy Brailo, Chief Customer Officer at Premier. We look forward to seeing what we can accomplish with Premier as our partner.' 'We believe that Premier has the expertise, insights and technology to help us enhance operational, quality improvement and cost savings opportunities across the system. 'TodayвЂ™s healthcare environment calls for a model that is focused on building healthier communities and better outcomes while maintaining highly effective and efficient operations,' said Mark Johnson, Vice President of Supply Management at UnityPoint Health. UnityPoint Health will also implement PremierвЂ™s service line analytics, which provide insights on pharmaceutical spend and clinical trends to reduce high-cost drug utilization and improve outcomes. This new partnership will allow UnityPoint Health to tap into PremierвЂ™s comprehensive offerings, including its supply chain services and group purchasing organization (GPO), PINC AIв„ў technology platform and a focused team of experts to strengthen the execution of a clinically integrated supply chain. (NASDAQ: PINC), a leading technology-driven healthcare improvement company, to foster optimal management of its supply chain portfolio and support high-value healthcare. Partnership will also be powered by PINC AI technologies, analytics and servicesД¬HARLOTTE, N.C., August 16, 2021-( BUSINESS WIRE)- UnityPoint Health, a leading network of hospitals, clinics and home care services across the Midwest, has partnered with Premier Inc. Joins Premier GPO to drive supply chain and performance improvement

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