Matt Brown
Louisa,KY
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven executive with extensive experience leading an integrated multi-site behavioral health system including: addiction treatment, pharmacy, laboratory, psychiatric care, and primary care services. Proven ability to drive organizational growth, optimize operations, and develop innovative, patient-centered care models. Skilled in building strategic partnerships, managing large-scale budgets, implementing new service lines, and leading teams to deliver measurable outcomes. Passionate about transforming lives through comprehensive healthcare solutions.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO and Founder
Elk Creek Health and Wellness, LLC
03.2025 - Current
- Consulting and management company helping businesses achieve their goals.
President and Chief Administration Officer
Addiction Recovery Care
Louisa, KY
05.2015 - 02.2025
- Leadership: Responsible for oversight of Integrated Healthcare Operations, Medical, Clinical Counseling, Revenue Cycle. Utilization Review, Human Resources, Payor Contracting, Finance, Business Development, Marketing, Client Access, Facilities, IT, Fleet, Purchasing, and Data Reporting.
- Organizational Growth: Expanded SUD treatment capacity from 64 to 1,800 beds over nine years - building a comprehensive continuum of care that includes residential SUD treatment, outpatient care, telehealth services, pharmacy, laboratory, infectious disease treatment, rural health primary care clinics, and an inpatient psychiatric hospital. Developed plans for multi-state growth. Held various roles, from Chief of Staff to SVP Administration, to my current role.
- Flagship Development: Led the startup of Crown Recovery Center, one of the nation's largest addiction treatment sites, with over 600 beds on a 52-acre campus. Also served on the management and leadership team that launched a 40-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital, a pharmacy, and a rural health clinic.
- Revenue Growth: Grew annual net revenue from $23 million to $150 million from 2019 through 2024 through strategic expansion, adding new service lines, expanding market share, and improving operational efficiency.
- Workforce Recruitment, Retention, and Expansion: Grew medical provider roster from 13 to 42, and clinical counselor/therapist provider roster from 98 to 127, enhancing the organization's ability to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Reduced annual employee turnover rate from 46% in 2021 to 18% in 2024.
- Operational Excellence and Access to Care: Increased leads and admissions to treatment by 473%, while significantly improving conversion rates and patient engagement.
- Leadership Development: Recruited and retained a high-performing leadership team, fostering innovation, and long-term organizational success.
- Data-Driven Decision-Making: Led the development of a KPI Dashboard aligned with the organization's core values, ensuring transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Fiscal Oversight: Successfully managed an annual budget of up to $150 million, balancing growth with financial sustainability, care, and safety metrics, and mission alignment. Identified and implemented many operational and cost-saving initiatives to preserve and improve margins while growing rapidly.
Physical Therapist
Williamson Physical Therapy
Williamson, WV
01.2012 - 05.2014
- Developed and monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Utilized evidence-based research to develop plans of care and treatment protocols.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation.
- Increased patient acquisition at newly started clinic by developing referral network using targeted outreach strategies, streamlined admissions processes, and physician relationships.
Independent Contractor - Physical Therapy
Various Rehabilitation Agencies
KY
02.2009 - 01.2012
- Coordinated with physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare providers to ensure quality care.
- Monitored and reported changes in patients' physical health status.
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to provide integrated care to patients with physical health issues.
- Facilitated patient access to community resources, such as home health services, transportation, and social programs.
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Kingsbrook Lifecare Center
Russell, KY
03.2006 - 02.2009
- Directed and oversaw rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Increased therapy utilization and patient outcomes by optimizing staff schedules, implementing evidence-based treatment plans, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Managed and developed a team of therapists, providing leadership, training, and performance evaluations to enhance team efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Physical Therapist
Tri-State Rehab Services
Ashland, KY
03.2003 - 03.2006
- Provided comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and individualized treatment plans for a diverse caseload, improving patient mobility, strength, and functional outcomes.
- Delivered evidence-based therapeutic interventions consistently meeting or exceeding recovery benchmarks.
- Collaborated with physicians, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated, patient-centered care for optimal rehabilitation results.
Education
Healthcare Management Certificate -
Vanderbilt University, Owen Graduate School of Management
12.2023
Masters in Health Sciences - Physical Therapy
University of Kentucky
05.2003
Bachelor of Health Science -
University of Kentucky
05.2003
Pre-Physical Therapy Program
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY12-2000
Skills
- Led growth from 64 to 1,800 SUD treatment and recovery beds
- Improved quality care outcomes (doubled length of patient engagement in treatment) and operational efficiencies during rapid growth
- Improved access to treatment (quadrupled leads and admissions) and time from referral to admission
- Fiscal responsibility through budget oversight and management of $100M budget
- Recruited and retained leadership, management, and medical/clinical talent
- Expanded SUD centers, new service lines (pharmacy, lab, primary care, infectious disease), and inpatient psychiatric hospital
References
References available upon request.
Education
other
Timeline
CEO and Founder
Elk Creek Health and Wellness, LLC
03.2025 - Current
President and Chief Administration Officer
Addiction Recovery Care
05.2015 - 02.2025
Physical Therapist
Williamson Physical Therapy
01.2012 - 05.2014
Independent Contractor - Physical Therapy
Various Rehabilitation Agencies
02.2009 - 01.2012
Director of Rehabilitation Services
Kingsbrook Lifecare Center
03.2006 - 02.2009
Physical Therapist
Tri-State Rehab Services
03.2003 - 03.2006
Masters in Health Sciences - Physical Therapy
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Health Science -
University of Kentucky
Pre-Physical Therapy Program
Morehead State University
Healthcare Management Certificate -
Vanderbilt University, Owen Graduate School of Management