DOTmed December 8, 2025
The West Virginia University Health System has announced plans to acquire Independence Health System, a move expected to bring five western Pennsylvania hospitals under the WVU Medicine brand by fall 2026.
Under the proposed agreement, the Morgantown, West Virginia-based WVU Health System would absorb Butler Memorial, Clarion, Frick, Latrobe, and Westmoreland Hospitals, along with Independence’s affiliated physician groups and other assets. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals and bondholder consent.
As part of the deal, WVU Health System has committed $800 million over five years to modernize facilities and expand clinical services within the Independence network. Planned investments include upgrades to the Butler Memorial emergency department and the Westmoreland Hospital campus.
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