Lexology February 7, 2025
- VMG released its 2025 Health System Leader Expectations Survey. Key findings inlcude: (1) recruitment and retention of physicians and expansion of the provider network are top challenges; (2) increased volumes and easing labor pressures will lead to stable or improved financial performance; and (3) health care leaders are most open to JVs in outpatient surgery or behavioral health.
- An article highlighted various funding mechanisms health systems are employing to fund their ambulatory care expansions. Some systems have used operating cash flows or reserves, others have used bond financing or traditional debt and others have leveraged philanthropic campaigns to fund ambulatory projects.
- Ankura published its health care real estate outlook for 2025. The consulting firm foresees some easing in capital...