Skilled Nursing News January 21, 2026
Amy Stulick

Saber Healthcare Group’s joint venture (JV) with Omega Healthcare Investors (NYSE: OHI) was driven by strategic choice rather than financial need, creating “one of the biggest powerhouses in our sector,” Saber CEO Bill Weisberg said, while also preserving operational control and aligning with a trusted capital partner.

The JV combines “one of the best operating companies, one of the best capital partners and financial strength to really go do whatever we want to do in the future,” Weisberg said. Looking ahead, Saber feels ready to tackle rising acuity, higher costs and a shift toward value-based reimbursement, already operating with high staffing levels based on acuity.

But the Ohio-based operator is still waiting for reimbursement systems to better reward their readiness.

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