MIAMI–Carisk Partners, a prominent name in specialty risk transfer and care coordination, has broadened its service spectrum by acquiring HeadsUp Healthcare. This strategic move, finalized recently, brings HeadsUp Healthcare, a distinguished specialty managed care company specializing in “above the neck” injuries, into the Carisk Partners fold. HeadsUp Healthcare, formerly known as DentalWorks, USA, has built a strong reputation for its patient-centric approach in managing injuries affecting dental, maxillofacial, ocular, auditory, plastic reconstruction, and concussion-related conditions. This acquisition reinforces Carisk Partners’ dedication to providing comprehensive and integrated care solutions within the workers’ compensation landscape.
Carisk Partners is pleased to announce the completion of its acquisition of HeadsUp Healthcare, enhancing its specialty risk transfer and care coordination services. (Graphic: Business Wire)
Joseph Berardo, Jr., CEO of Carisk Partners, commented on the acquisition, stating, “The addition of HeadsUp Healthcare aligns perfectly with our ongoing mission to equip the workers’ compensation sector with cutting-edge solutions for all levels of injury severity. At Carisk Partners, we are committed to integrating both clinical and behavioral health services to transform industry standards, leading to better patient outcomes and enhanced transparency for our valued partners.”
HeadsUp Healthcare is recognized for its empathetic and highly responsive care coordination model, coupled with exceptional customer service. While initially focused on dental-related injuries, HeadsUp Healthcare has expanded its expertise to encompass a wider range of conditions above the neck. This integration with Carisk Partners will enable HeadsUp to further extend its service offerings across all health aspects in this specialized area. Crucially, programs will now incorporate behavioral health support, neurological assessments, and management of complex concussive conditions. This expansion addresses a vital need for integrated care that effectively manages both the physical and psychological dimensions of recovery, a core tenet of carisk partners‘ holistic approach.
Brian Bell, CEO of HeadsUp Healthcare, shared his perspective on the synergy, “We found in Carisk Partners a shared ethos and a mutual dedication to delivering responsive, transparent, and high-quality care. This exciting venture allows us to comprehensively address the full spectrum of an injured worker’s recovery journey related to above-the-neck injuries.”
Under Mr. Bell’s continued leadership, HeadsUp Healthcare will operate as a subsidiary of carisk partners, ensuring the consistent delivery of patient-first experiences. Simultaneously, it will benefit from leveraging Carisk’s proprietary Pathways™ 2 Recovery resources and recognized behavioral health expertise. By combining these specialized capabilities, carisk partners is strategically positioned to provide access to superior levels of clinical care through proactive early intervention strategies and sustained support systems.
Christian Chauvet, Partner at Lee Equity Partners, remarked, “The union of these two outstanding companies represents an ideal strategic alignment, consistent with Lee Equity’s investment philosophy. Both Carisk and HeadsUp are forward-thinking organizations with differentiated, value-added products and passionate, highly capable management teams. They are well-positioned to drive innovation and elevate the standard of care within the workers’ compensation industry.”
John Bradburn, Investment Partner at Elements Health Investors, added, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Joe, Brian, and their respective teams. Their collective commitment to serving injured workers and their families through impactful, clinically advanced programs will undoubtedly continue to make a positive difference for all stakeholders.”
About Carisk Partners
Carisk Partners is a specialty risk transfer and care coordination leader within the workers’ compensation market. Since 2016, carisk partners has been at the forefront of transforming patient access to high-quality care and support services. Through its innovative Pathways™ 2 Recovery care model, Carisk Partners continues to revolutionize the workers’ compensation landscape, ensuring seamless and empowering patient experiences across its comprehensive suite of products and services. For more information, please visit www.cariskpartners.com.
About HeadsUp Healthcare
HeadsUp Healthcare is a patient-centric specialty managed care company dedicated to workers’ compensation patients with a focused expertise in above-the-neck injuries. Serving major insurance carriers, third-party administrators, self-insured employers, state entities, and managed care organizations nationwide, HeadsUp Healthcare expertly manages these complex injuries from initial assessment through to the completion of treatment. Renowned for its rapid response times and exceptional customer service, HeadsUp Healthcare can be contacted at 855-443-9872. Further details can be found at www.headsupcare.com.
