Lexology reported nine key takeaways from the 12th Annual Healthcare Provider conference, including key observations on ASC mergers and acquisitions.
1. The ASC industry is moving away from de novo ASC development toward mergers and acquisitions of existing centers, according to the report.
2. Buyers are shifting to hybrid investments instead of majority equity purchases.
3. There is "significant growth" of hospital and health system mergers with physician managers for joint venture ASCs.
4. Buyers are looking to acquire a critical mass, or "core concentration," of centers in some markets.
5. Private equity firms are partnering with providers on acquisitions.