HCA Healthcare is making capital spending a priority, even as tough economic conditions are putting pressure on its bottom line, Modern Healthcare reports.
CEO Sam Hazen told investors HCA will continue to invest in clinical equipment and service line expansion, and continue to pursue acquisitions in the outpatient space. It also plans to deploy capital for infrastructure projects, such as campus expansions and freestanding emergency departments. HCA is not as bullish on hospital facilities, with few acquisition opportunities there, Hazen said. Read more.
