Becker's Healthcare December 23, 2024
Cardiology has emerged as a leading specialty in the ASC industry, particularly as increasingly complex procedures migrate to the outpatient setting.
According to Avanza’s “2022 Key ASC Benchmarks and Industry Figures” report, cardiology is the fastest-growing ASC specialty, drawing attention from both private equity and other consolidators in the ASC space.
Optum’s ASC arm, Deerfield, Ill.-based SCA Health, acquired at least two cardiovascular providers in 2023, for example, National Cardiovascular Partners and Pivotal Healthcare. National Cardiovascular comprises 21 cardiac catheterization and vascular labs. Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla.-based Pivotal Healthcare operates 11 affiliate practices and 14 locations. Earlier this year, Marriottsville, Md.-based Bon Secours and Compass Surgical Partners partnered to build a cardiovascular surgery center in Short Pump, Va.
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