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NUTEX HEALTH REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2023 FINANCIAL RESULTS

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Nutex Health Inc. reported a total revenue of $247.6 million for the year ended 2023, showing a 13% increase from 2022. The hospital division operating income surged by 142% to $36.3 million. Net cash from operating activities was $1.3 million. The company aims to enhance cash flow by reducing operating expenses and optimizing its portfolio.
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  • Total revenue increased by 13% to $247.6 million in 2023 compared to $219.3 million in 2022.
  • Hospital division operating income rose by 142% to $36.3 million for the year ended 2023.
  • Net cash from operating activities was $1.3 million for the year ended 2023.
  • The company focuses on boosting cash flow through operating expense reductions and portfolio optimization.
Negative
  • Net loss attributable to Nutex Health Inc. was $31.6 million for the three months ended December 31, 2023.
  • Adjusted EBITDA was $3.1 million for the three months ended December 31, 2023, compared to negative $5.9 million in 2022.
  • Net loss attributable to Nutex Health Inc. was $45.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2023, including asset impairment charges.
  • Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $10.8 million in 2023 from $12.6 million in 2022.

The reported increase in total revenue for Nutex Health Inc. reflects a positive trajectory in the company's earning power, with a notable 13% growth year-over-year. This is an indicator of potential market expansion or improved monetization of services. However, the net loss attributable to Nutex Health Inc. of $45.8 million, despite being a reduction from the previous year's $424.8 million, raises concerns regarding the company's profitability and cost management strategies.

Scrutinizing the balance sheet, the decrease in cash and cash equivalents from $34.2 million to $22.0 million could signal liquidity constraints, which might influence the company's ability to finance operations and investments without resorting to additional debt or equity financing. The 142% increase in hospital division operating income suggests a significant improvement in operational efficiency or cost control within that segment, which could be a focal point for investors evaluating sector-specific performance.

Considering the Adjusted EBITDA of $10.8 million, a decrease from $12.6 million the previous year, it is important to analyze the underlying factors contributing to this decline, as Adjusted EBITDA is often used to assess a company's operational effectiveness excluding non-recurring items and non-cash charges.

The healthcare industry, particularly the segment that Nutex Health operates in, is highly competitive and capital intensive. The increase in total revenue could be attributed to strategic initiatives such as technology integration and expansion of micro-hospitals, which are designed to provide cost-effective and patient-centric care. The impairment charges related to asset and goodwill, totaling $30.2 million, are indicative of adjustments to the carrying value of the company's assets, potentially due to hospital closures or a reassessment of the long-term profitability of certain operations.

Investors would be interested in the company's strategic plan mentioned for 2024, including a focus on reducing operating expenses and portfolio optimization. These initiatives, if successful, could improve the company's financial health and position it for sustainable growth. The net cash from operating activities of $1.3 million, while positive, is relatively modest and warrants attention to the company's cash flow management practices.

The medical industry is subject to stringent regulations and rapid technological changes, which requires continuous investment in innovation and compliance. The company's ability to adapt and invest in these areas while managing debt and improving profitability will be critical for long-term success.

From a market perspective, the financial performance of Nutex Health Inc. is likely to influence investor sentiment. The reported figures suggest a mixed financial health: on one hand, there is a significant improvement in revenue and hospital division operating income, yet on the other hand, there is a substantial net loss and a decline in cash reserves. Market analysts might speculate on the potential for a turnaround based on the strategic efforts to streamline operations and optimize the portfolio.

The healthcare delivery system is evolving, with a shift toward more decentralized and technology-driven models. Nutex Health's network of micro-hospitals aligns with this trend, which could position the company favorably in the market. However, the effectiveness of their recently implemented strategic plan will be important in determining their market competitiveness and ability to attract investment.

Investors may also scrutinize the company's Adjusted EBITDA in relation to industry benchmarks, as it provides a lens to gauge operational performance excluding non-cash expenses and one-time charges. The slight decrease in Adjusted EBITDA year-over-year could be a point of concern, potentially offset by the positive trend in revenue growth.

  • TOTAL REVENUE OF $247.6 MILLION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 2023 VS $219.3 MILLION IN 2022, AN INCREASE OF 13%
  • HOSPITAL DIVISION OPERATING INCOME OF $36.3 MILLION FOR YEAR ENDED 2023 VS $15.0 MILLION IN 2022, AN INCREASE OF 142%
  • NET CASH FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES OF $1.3 MILLION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 2023
  • CONTINUED FOCUS ON INCREASED CASH FLOW THROUGH REDUCTION IN OPERATING EXPENSES AND PORTFOLIO OPTIMIZATION

HOUSTON, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nutex Health Inc. ("Nutex Health" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: NUTX), a physician-led, technology-enabled integrated healthcare delivery system comprised of 20 state-of-the-art micro hospitals in eight states and primary care-centric, risk-bearing physician networks, today announced fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 financial results for the twelve months ended December 31, 2023.

Financial Highlights for the Three Months Ended December 31, 2023:

  • Total revenue of $69.7 million as compared to total revenue of $53.7 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022, an increase of approximately 30%.
  • Net loss attributable to Nutex Health Inc. of $31.6 million (including a non-cash asset impairment charge of $29.1 million and a $1.1 million goodwill impairment charge for hospital closures) as compared to net loss attributable to Nutex Health Inc. of $14.8 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022.
  • Adjusted EBITDA of $3.1 million as compared to Adjusted EBITDA of negative $5.9 million for the three months ended December 31, 2022.

Financial Highlights for the Year Ended December 31, 2023:

  • Total revenue of $247.6 million as compared to total revenue of $219.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
  • Net loss attributable to Nutex Health Inc. of $45.8 million (including a non-cash asset impairment charge of $29.1 million and a $1.1 million goodwill impairment charge for hospital closures) as compared to net loss attributable to Nutex Health Inc. of $424.8 million (including a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of $398.1 million) for the year ended December 31, 2022.
  • Adjusted EBITDA of $10.8 million as compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $12.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2022.
  • Net cash from operating activities of $1.3 million.
  • As of December 31, 2023, the Company had total assets of $398.2 million, including cash and cash equivalents of $22.0 million.

Note:  EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial metrics.  A reconciliation of non-GAAP to GAAP measures is included below in this earnings release.

"We are pleased to report 13% revenue growth, $10.8 million of Adjusted EBITDA and a 142% increase in hospital division operating income to $36.3 million in 2023," stated Jon Bates, Chief Financial Officer of Nutex Health. 

"We had a solid 4th Quarter in 2023.  In January of 2024, our management team and Board of Directors initiated a streamlined strategic plan that included a targeted reduction in annual cash operating expenses as well as a more focused allocation of resources and portfolio optimization. Some of these initiatives have already been executed while others are in the process of being implemented.  Our goal for 2024 is to continue to be the leader and innovator in our industry, and to provide a very unique platform for selected growth opportunities," stated Tom Vo, M.D., MBA, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nutex Health.

"We are intensely focused on our goal to deliver profitability on a net income basis to our investors.  We believe that we are well positioned to improve our financial performance over the medium and long-term," stated Warren Hosseinion, M.D., President of Nutex Health.

For more details on the Company's Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 financial results, please refer to our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission and accessible at www.sec.gov.

NUTEX HEALTH INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(Unaudited)



December 31, 



2023


2022

Assets







Current assets:







Cash and cash equivalents


$

22,002,056


$

34,255,264

Accounts receivable



58,624,301



57,777,386

Accounts receivable - related parties



4,152,068



538,183

Inventories



3,390,584



3,533,285

Prepaid expenses and other current assets



2,679,394



1,869,806

Total current assets



90,848,403



97,973,924

Property and equipment, net



81,387,649



82,094,352

Operating right-of-use assets



11,853,082



20,466,632

Financing right-of-use assets



176,146,329



192,591,624

Intangible assets, net



20,512,636



21,191,390

Goodwill, net



17,066,263



17,010,637

Other assets



431,135



423,426








Total assets


$

398,245,497


$

431,751,985








Liabilities and Equity







Current liabilities:







Accounts payable


$

18,899,196


$

23,614,387

Accounts payable - related parties



6,382,197



3,915,661

Lines of credit



3,371,676



2,623,479

Current portion of long-term debt



10,808,721



12,546,097

Operating lease liabilities, current portion



1,579,987



1,703,014

Financing lease liabilities, current portion



4,315,979



4,219,518

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities



12,955,296



6,240,813

Total current liabilities



58,313,052



54,862,969

Long-term debt, net



26,314,733



23,051,152

Operating lease liabilities, net



15,479,639



19,438,497

Financing lease liabilities, net



213,886,213



203,619,756

Deferred tax liabilities



5,145,754



10,452,211

Total liabilities



319,139,391



311,424,585








Commitments and contingencies (Note 10)














Equity:







Common stock, $0.001 par value; 950,000,000 shares authorized; 676,679,911 and
650,223,840 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022,
respectively



676,680



650,224

Additional paid-in capital



469,849,049



458,498,402

Accumulated deficit



(409,072,539)



(363,285,925)

Nutex Health Inc. equity



61,453,190



95,862,701

Noncontrolling interests



17,652,916



24,464,699

Total equity



79,106,106



120,327,400








Total liabilities and equity


$

398,245,497


$

431,751,985

 

NUTEX HEALTH INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(Unaudited)




Three months ended December 31


Year ended December 31



2023


2022


2023


2022

Revenue:













Hospital division


$

62,585,167


$

46,532,019


$

218,070,397


$

198,508,245

Population health management division



7,084,306



7,192,054



29,575,919



20,786,061

  Total revenue



69,669,473



53,724,073



247,646,316



219,294,306














Operating costs and expenses:













Payroll



28,807,419



26,466,650



108,377,938



111,785,110

Contract services



14,377,128



9,809,286



42,349,982



35,913,441

Medical supplies



3,402,926



2,791,779



14,151,140



12,118,893

Insurance expense



-



2,284,377



-



-

Depreciation and amortization



4,682,724



3,271,861



17,591,572



13,131,374

Other



5,185,964



8,569,796



30,401,513



30,923,750

  Total operating costs and expenses



56,456,161



53,193,749



212,872,145



203,872,568














  Gross profit



13,213,312



530,324



34,774,171



15,421,738














Corporate and other costs:













Facilities closing costs



-



-



217,266



-

Acquisition costs



-



-



43,464



3,885,666

Stock-based compensation



637,159



-



2,835,971



189,581

Impairment of assets



29,082,203



-



29,082,203



-

Impairment of goodwill



1,139,297



-



1,139,297



398,135,038

General and administrative expenses



8,499,550



6,309,235



33,229,718



19,810,607

  Total corporate and other costs



39,358,209



6,309,235



66,547,919



422,020,892














  Operating income (loss)



(26,144,897)



(5,778,911)



(31,773,748)



(406,599,154)














Interest expense, net



4,236,553



2,862,071



16,317,869



12,490,260

Other expense (income)



328,461



212,426



399,182



559,299

Income (loss) before taxes



(30,709,911)



(8,853,408)



(48,490,799)



(419,648,713)














Income tax expense (benefit)



(2,998,554)



1,805,176



(5,067,084)



13,090,905














Net income (loss)



(27,711,357)



(10,658,584)



(43,423,715)



(432,739,618)














Less: net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests



3,906,540



4,093,593



2,362,899



(7,959,172)














Net income (loss) attributable to Nutex Health Inc.


$

(31,617,897)


$

(14,752,177)


$

(45,786,614)


$

(424,780,446)














Earnings (loss) per common share













Basic



(0.05)



(0.02)



(0.07)



(0.67)

Diluted



(0.05)



(0.02)



(0.07)



(0.67)

 

NUTEX HEALTH INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(Unaudited)




Year ended December 31, 



2023


2022


2021

Cash flows from operating activities:










Net income (loss)


$

(43,423,715)


$

(432,739,618)


$

168,525,285

Adjustment to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash from operating activities:










Depreciation and amortization



17,591,572



13,131,374



7,662,464

Debt accretion expense



1,209,981



1,952,829



50,273

Impairment of assets



29,082,203



-



-

Impairment of goodwill



1,139,297



398,135,038



-

Stock-based compensation expense



2,835,971



189,581



-

Rescission of warrant exercise expense



-



561,651



-

Other income - gain on PPP loan forgiveness



-



-



(5,546,597)

Deferred tax expense (benefit)



(5,707,323)



4,996,209



-

(Gain) loss on lease termination



58,210



-



(109,494)

Non-cash lease expense



131,582



64,143



97,578

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:










  Accounts receivable



(969,761)



56,622,133



(5,392,614)

  Accounts receivable - related party



(3,613,885)



1,454,934



(1,229,940)

  Inventories



142,701



(719,107)



(1,088,489)

  Prepaid expenses and other current assets



(817,297)



(1,419,139)



(233,114)

  Accounts payable



(4,715,101)



10,018,100



6,365,978

  Accounts payable - related party



2,466,536



(329,155)



(97,985)

  Accrued expenses and other current liabilities



5,845,481



(1,311,865)



4,429,141

  Net cash from operating activities



1,256,452



50,607,108



173,432,486











Cash flows from investing activities:










Acquisitions of property and equipment



(9,496,832)



(14,632,414)



(36,926,591)

Acquired cash in reverse acquisition with Clinigence



-



12,716,228



-

Payments for acquisitions of businesses, net of cash acquired



(703,893)



-



-

Cash related to deconsolidation of Real Estate Entities



(1,039,157)



(2,421,212)



(48,853)

  Net cash from investing activities



(11,239,882)



(4,337,398)



(36,975,444)











Cash flows from financing activities:










Proceeds from lines of credit



2,340,911



2,623,479



-

Proceeds from notes payable



16,952,905



815,881



19,614,372

Proceeds from convertible notes



4,909,864



-



-

Repayments of lines of credit



(1,592,714)



(72,055)



(864,659)

Repayments of notes payable



(16,479,512)



(7,237,094)



(20,715,235)

Repayments of finance leases



(3,484,683)



(1,721,224)



(1,255,486)

Payment of debt issuance costs



-



-



(47,875)

Rescission of warrant exercise



-



(588,042)



-

Common stock issued for exercise of warrants



-



4,119,141



-

Common stock issued for exercise of options



-



644,974



-

Members' contributions



298,032



4,513,867



21,753,773

Members' distributions



(5,214,581)



(51,231,657)



(144,337,923)

  Net cash from financing activities



(2,269,778)



(48,132,730)



(125,853,033)

Net change in cash and cash equivalents



(12,253,208)



(1,863,020)



10,604,009

Cash and cash equivalents - beginning of the year



34,255,264



36,118,284



25,514,275

Cash and cash equivalents - end of the year


$

22,002,056


$

34,255,264


$

36,118,284

Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)

Adjusted EBITDA. Adjusted EBITDA is used as a supplemental non-GAAP financial measure by management and external users of our financial statements, such as industry analysts, investors, lenders and rating agencies. We believe Adjusted EBITDA is useful because it allows us to more effectively evaluate our operating performance.

We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) attributable to Nutex Health Inc. plus net interest expense, income taxes, depreciation and amortization, further adjusted for stock-based compensation, certain defined items of expense, any acquisition-related costs and impairments. A reconciliation of net income to Adjusted EBITDA is included below. Adjusted EBITDA is not intended to serve as an alternative to U.S. GAAP measures of performance and may not be comparable to similarly-titled measures presented by other companies.



Year ended December 31, 



2023


2022


2021

Reconciliation of net income (loss) attributable to Nutex Health
Inc. to Adjusted EBITDA:










Net income (loss) attributable to Nutex Health Inc.


$

(45,786,614)


$

(424,780,446)


$

132,593,328

Depreciation and amortization



17,591,572



13,131,374



7,662,464

Interest expense, net



16,317,869



12,490,260



6,196,026

Income tax expense



(5,067,084)



13,090,905



965,731

Allocation to noncontrolling interests



(5,546,263)



(4,837,514)



(5,751,066)

  EBITDA



(22,490,520)



(390,905,421)



141,666,483

Facility closing costs



217,266



-



-

Acquisition costs



43,464



3,885,666



3,553,716

Stock-based compensation



2,835,971



189,581



-

Rescission of warrant exercise



-



1,243,059



-

Impairment of assets



29,082,203



-



-

Impairment of goodwill



1,139,297



398,135,038



-

  Adjusted EBITDA


$

10,827,681


$

12,547,923


$

145,220,199

 



Three months ended


Three months ended



December 31, 2023


December 31, 2022



Unaudited


Unaudited

Reconciliation of net income (loss) attributable to Nutex Health Inc. to
Adjusted EBITDA:







Net loss attributable to Nutex Health Inc.


$

(31,617,897)


$

(14,752,177)

Depreciation and amortization



4,682,724



3,271,861

Interest expense, net



4,236,553



2,862,071

Income tax expense



(2,998,554)



1,805,176

Allocation to noncontrolling interests



(2,045,390)



(392,290)

  EBITDA



(27,742,564)



(7,205,359)

Stock-based compensation



637,159



54,166

Rescission of warrant exercise



-



1,243,059

Impairment of assets



29,082,203



-

Impairment of goodwill



1,139,297



-

  Adjusted EBITDA


$

3,116,095


$

(5,908,134)

About Nutex Health Inc.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas and founded in 2011, Nutex Health Inc. (NASDAQ: NUTX) is a healthcare management and operations company with two divisions: a Hospital Division and a Population Health Management Division.

The Hospital Division owns, develops and operates innovative health care models, including micro-hospitals, specialty hospitals, and hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs). This division owns and operates 20 facilities in 8 states.

The Population Health Management division owns and operates provider networks such as Independent Physician Associations (IPAs). Through our Management Services Organization (MSO), we provide management, administrative and other support services to our affiliated hospitals and physician groups.  Our cloud-based proprietary technology platform aggregates clinical and claims data across multiple settings, information systems and sources to create a holistic view of patients and providers, allowing us to deliver greater quality care more efficiently. 

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements and information included in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the words or phrases "will", "will likely result," "expected to," "will continue," "anticipated," "estimate," "projected," "intend," "goal," or similar expressions are intended to identify "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are subject to certain risks, known and unknown, and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company.  Such uncertainties and risks include, but are not limited to, our ability to successfully execute our growth strategy, changes in laws or regulations, including the interim final and final rules implemented under the No Surprises Act , economic conditions, dependence on management, dilution to stockholders, lack of capital, the effects of rapid growth upon the Company and the ability of management to effectively respond to the growth and demand for products and services of the Company, newly developing technologies, the Company's ability to compete, conflicts of interest in related party transactions, regulatory matters, protection of technology, lack of industry standards, the effects of competition and the ability of the Company to obtain future financing. An extensive list of factors that can affect future results are discussed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 under the heading "Risk Factors" in Part I, Item IA thereof, and other documents filed from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Such factors could materially adversely affect the Company's financial performance and could cause the Company's actual results for future periods to differ materially from any opinions or statements expressed within this press release.

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SOURCE Nutex Health, Inc.

Nutex Health Inc. reported a total revenue of $247.6 million for the year ended 2023.

The hospital division operating income surged by 142% to $36.3 million for the year ended 2023.

The net cash from operating activities was $1.3 million for the year ended 2023.

Nutex Health Inc. aims to enhance cash flow by reducing operating expenses and optimizing its portfolio.
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nutex health is a consortium of licensed 24/7 free standing emergency centers. our philosophy is simple: bring concierge level, high quality emergency care to the local community. we build the best teams of local doctors and nursing staff and provide the best medical care for our patients in a convenient and friendly atmosphere. currently in austin, beaumont, dallas, eagle pass, kyle, laredo, lufkin, richmond, san angelo, texarkana, & victoria.