Matria Healthcare, Inc. To Report Fourth Quarter And Fiscal 2005 Results Before Market Open On February 23

MARIETTA, Ga., Feb. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Matria Healthcare, Inc. announced today that its results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2005, will be released before market open on Thursday, February 23, 2006. The Company will webcast its fourth quarter and fiscal 2005 earnings conference call on Thursday, February 23, 2006 at 9:30 AM ET.

To access the live call, visit the Company’s website at http://www.matria.com. A 30-day on-line replay will also be available approximately one hour following the conclusion of the live webcast.

ABOUT MATRIA HEALTHCARE

Matria Healthcare is a leading provider of comprehensive health enhancement programs to health plans and employers. Matria manages major chronic diseases and episodic conditions including diabetes, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, high-risk obstetrics, cancer, chronic pain, depression, end-stage renal disease, and obesity; delivers programs that address wellness, healthy living, productivity improvement, and patient advocacy; and provides case management of acute and catastrophic conditions. Headquartered in Marietta, Georgia, Matria has more than 40 offices in the United States and internationally. More information about Matria can be found on line at http://www.matria.com.

Contact: Stephen M. Mengert

Chief Financial Officer 770/767-4500

Matria Healthcare, Inc.

CONTACT: Stephen M. Mengert, Chief Financial Officer of Matria Healthcare,Inc., +1-770-767-4500