Private practice, once the gold standard of physician autonomy and patient-centered care, is on the decline. Here’s what 15 leaders have to say about the private practice exodus: Adam Bruggeman, MD. Orthopedic surgeon at Texas Spine Center (San Antonio): Let’s…
ASC Transactions & Valuation Issues
Two major deals on June 17 are poised to reshape the competitive landscape of ASCs: Ascension’s definitive agreement to acquire AmSurg, and Surgery Partners’ rejection of a buyout bid from Bain Capital. The developments surrounding Ascension and Surgery Partners come…
Rural surgery centers are poised to play a pivotal role in the evolution of American healthcare — offering high-quality, lower-cost care in regions often overlooked by large health systems. ASCend, a new management services organization based in Gillette, Wyo., is…
A medical outpatient building in Scottsdale, Ariz., has sold for $44.58 million, according to a June 18 report from AZBigMedia. The 163,311-square-foot property is currently 78% leased. Around 66% of lessees are medical facilities, including oncology, cardiology, ophthalmology and primary…
The ASC industry is at a watershed moment as hospitals and health systems mature their ASC operations, and private equity groups increasingly eye ASC acquisitions for their low-cost, high profit potential. Twenty-five ASC leaders and physicians joined Becker’s to discuss…
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As healthcare consolidation accelerates and operational pressures mount, independent rural ASCs are under threat. These facilities are not only fighting for their survival but also for the health and economic stability of the communities they serve. Across the country, rural…
Becker’s has reported on at least 12 physician practice and ASC closures so far in 2025. Reasons for closure range from staffing issues to the soaring cost of rent and other operational expenses. Here are seven physician practices that have…
Brentwood, Tenn.-based Surgery Partners has rejected a proposal from private equity firm Bain Capital to acquire all outstanding shares not already owned by the firm, reaffirming its commitment to remain an independent, publicly traded company. Following a review by its…
St. Louis-based Ascension entered into a definitive agreement June 17 to acquire AmSurg, a move set to significantly scale its ASC presence across the U.S. AmSurg, headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., partners with around 2,000 physicians and operates 250 ASCs, making…
While consolidation among hospitals, private equity and large health systems has been a steady trend within the ASC and physician group space over the years, some leaders and physicians have seen signs of a renewed push toward independence. “It feels…