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Acadia Healthcare Appoints David Duckworth as Interim Chief Financial Officer

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  • Acadia Healthcare Company appointed David Duckworth as Interim Chief Financial Officer effective May 1, 2026, succeeding Todd Young who is departing for a CFO role at a private equity-backed animal health company.
  • Todd Young will remain with the company through April 30, 2026, and participate in the first quarter earnings call scheduled for that morning.
  • CEO Debra K. Osteen stated Duckworth brings deep operational understanding & strong leadership relationships to support strategic priorities.
  • Duckworth is expected to serve as Interim CFO until the search for a permanent CEO is completed.
  • The company reaffirmed its first quarter 2026 financial guidance: revenue of $820-$830 million, adjusted EBITDA of $130-$137 million, & adjusted EPS of $0.25-$0.30.
  • Full-year 2026 guidance includes revenue of $3.37-$3.45 billion, adjusted EBITDA of $575-$610 million, adjusted EPS of $1.30-$1.55, & capital expenditures of $255-$280 million.
  • First quarter 2026 results will be released after market close on April 29, with an earnings call held on April 30 at 9 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time.
  • David Duckworth previously served as Acadia's CFO from 2012 to 2023 & joined the firm in 2011 as Chief Accounting Officer after roles at Emdeon Inc. & Ernst & Young LLP.
  • The forward-looking statements section highlights risks including potential payment reductions from government payors due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act enacted on July 4, 2025, & operational disruptions.
  • As of December 31, 2025, Acadia operates 277 behavioral healthcare facilities with over 12,500 beds across 40 states & Puerto Rico, employing approximately 25,000 people.