The national agreement includes a breakthrough technology designation for a specialty bed that supports early mobility for bariatric patients.
RT’s Three Key Takeaways:
- National Purchasing Agreement: Kreg Therapeutics has secured a national group purchasing agreement with Premier, Inc. for the rental of patient beds, mattresses, and therapeutic surfaces.
- Bariatric Patient Support: The contract includes the Catalyst specialty bed, which facilitates in-bed verticalization for patients weighing up to 750 pounds.
- Clinical Mobility Benefits: The technology is designed to help clinicians mobilize intensive care unit (ICU) patients to potentially reduce length of stay and pressure injuries, according to Kreg Therapeutics.
Kreg Therapeutics has been awarded a national group purchasing agreement for patient beds, mattresses, and therapeutic surfaces-rental with Premier, Inc. The agreement, which became effective February 1, 2026, allows Premier members to access special pricing and terms for the Catalyst specialty bed, according to a news release.
The Catalyst bed is designed to allow in-bed verticalization for patients weighing up to 750 pounds. Premier recognized the technology with a breakthrough technology designation.
“We are honored that Premier has recognized the Catalyst bed with a Breakthrough Technology designation,” said Christian Jorgensen, ceo of Kreg Therapeutics, in a news release. “By enabling In-Bed Verticalization™, the Catalyst helps clinicians safely mobilize even the most complex ICU patients – including bariatric patients up to 750 pounds – expanding access to early mobility. This capability can support reduced length of stay, fewer pressure injuries, and improved caregiver safety –outcomes that are critical for today’s healthcare systems.”
The contract (BT-NS-023) is a national group purchasing agreement that allows member hospitals and healthcare systems to access a suite of rental solutions for patient care equipment. This category includes hospital beds, pressure-management mattresses, and therapeutic surfaces designed for specialized clinical needs, such as critical care, bariatric applications, and dynamic pressure redistribution therapy, according to the news release.
Premier is a technology-driven healthcare improvement company that unites providers, suppliers, and payers. Based in Charlotte, NC, the company provides integrated data and analytics, supply chain solutions, and advisory services. Kreg Therapeutics is a Chicago-based company that manufactures its products in the US and supports hospitals through a nationwide service infrastructure.
