Becker's Healthcare January 15, 2026
The dynamics shaping mergers and acquisitions within the ASC space are constantly shifting as corporate entities push consolidation efforts and independent practices seek new ways to partner and scale their operations.
Two leaders in the ASC space recently joined Becker’s to share their predictions for how M&A in the ASC space will change in 2026.
Editor’s note: Responses have been lightly edited for clarity and length.
Question: What M&A trends do you think will have the most impact on the ASC market in 2026?
Rhett Barker. CEO of AlloDirect: I think the most consequential trend is that acquirers are now prioritizing supply-chain sophistication and vendor economics as a core part of deal underwriting. For years, ASC M&A was...
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