Becker’s tracked more than 33 physician practice deals in the first quarter of 2026 — including 15 in January alone, spanning radiology rollups, cardiology acquisitions, retinal specialists and primary care platforms absorbed by health systems, insurers and ambulatory chains. Only…
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Physician practice closures aren’t slowing down. Bankruptcies climbed to their highest level in recent years in 2024 before easing somewhat in 2025. Becker’s tracked 23 physician practice closures in 2025. From a 30-location dermatology group that abruptly stopped paying its…
Nearly half of U.S. physicians aren’t relying solely on their clinical salary. Whether driven by financial pressure or intellectual curiosity, a growing share of physicians are building nonclinical income streams through consulting, teaching and research. Here are six things to…
After months of negotiations, Washington, D.C.-based George Washington University and King of Prussia, Pa.-based Universal Health Services reached a deal May 26 to restructure the university’s physician practice group arrangement. The deal transitions financial responsibility of GWU’s struggling physician practice…
Detroit-based Henry Ford Health has added Clinton Township, Mich.-based Cornerstone Medical Group effective April 1. More than 80 physicians and advanced practice providers will join Henry Ford’s network, according to an April 1 health system news release. Cornerstone comprises 25 offices…
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Atlanta-based Aveanna Healthcare Holdings has agreed to acquire Family First Holding the parent company of Family First Homecare, expanding its pediatric home care footprint. Family First Homecare operates 27 locations across seven states — Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Pennsylvania, South Dakota,…
The physician practice landscape has shifted significantly over the last decade as the industry becomes increasingly consolidated and reimbursement rates fall below the cost of running business. This combination of pressure has become overwhelming for some independent practices. Becker’s reported 23 physician practice closures in 2025,…
Charleston, S.C.-based Medical University Hospital Authority, part of MUSC Health, will purchase all membership interests in Palmetto Primary Care Physicians for $111 million, effective March 3. According to a news release from the system, Palmetto Primary Care Physicians will become…
Statesville, N.C.-based Iredell Health System has added Carolina Specialty Care to its network, effective Jan. 26, Carolina Free News reported Jan. 26. The practice, now operating as Iredell Carolina Specialty, includes four specialties and eight providers. It joins the Iredell…
Fatade Health & Medical Center in Martinsville, Va., will close April 29 after nearly two decades of operation, according to a message sent to patients and obtained by Rbs News Now in a Jan. 11 report. The clinic is led…