Hospice News September 4, 2025
North Carolina-headquartered VIA Health partners has expanded into the home-based primary care arena with the acquisition of Equity Health. Financial terms were undisclosed.
Michelle Schmerge, president and founder of Equity Health, established the company about five years ago. Equity Health’s model involves offering a full spectrum of primary care services in the home, with the goals of reducing burden on caregivers, reducing hospitalizations and improving chronic disease management. The company also offers patients and families 24/7 access to a nurse practitioner.
“There comes a time in everybody’s life where it’s hard to get out to a clinic. You no longer can drive anymore. You’re dependent on caregivers to get your medical care delivered. There is this massive gap in health...







