Hospital merger & acquisition (M&A) activity in the second quarter of 2018 decreased by nearly 50 percent from the first quarter according to a M&A tracking company. Analyses by other…
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Moody’s: Integrated Planning Essential for Financial Viability Part 2
We’re continuing the summary of the Moody’s Investors Service report on integrated planning and financial viability. Last week we covered investments in off-campus sites while maintaining high-margin inpatient services. …
Moody’s: Integrated Planning Essential for Financial Viability
Evolving industry pressures will require hospitals/systems to focus on their business strategies and prudent allocation of limited capital and financial resources. Financial viability and competitiveness will require expanded patient access,…
Capital Markets: Balancing Opportunity with Uncertainty
Capital markets, which have been relatively stable over the last several years, have begun a slow but consistent rise in interest rates. This means healthcare organizations should prepare for a…
Internalizing Enterprise Risk Management
As the healthcare market expands and evolves, the inherent risks also are increasing. These risks include: The shift from volume to value The rise of the consumer and expansion of…
Merger Transactions Trend Upward in 2018, But at Higher Rate
Several deal-tracking companies reported an increase in hospital transactions in the first quarter of 2018—from 25 to 36 transactions depending on the tracking company. All noted it’s the second highest…