Encompass Health Corporation - EHC STOCK NEWS

Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) will report its second-quarter results on July 27, 2021, after market close. An investor conference call is scheduled for July 28, 2021, at 10 a.m. ET to discuss these results. Participants can access the call by dialing specific numbers for domestic and international callers. A live webcast and replay will be available on the company's investor website. Encompass Health operates a national network of 140 hospitals and various home health and hospice agencies, focusing on integrated healthcare services.

Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) announced Crissy B. Carlisle's appointment as Chief Financial Officer for its Home Health and Hospice business, effective immediately. Carlisle, who retains her role as Chief Investor Relations Officer, brings over 25 years of financial advisory and accounting experience. The board's strategic review of the Home Health and Hospice business continues, with an update anticipated during the second quarter earnings report in late July 2021. No assurances are made about the outcomes of this review.

Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) announced the appointment of Barbara A. Jacobsmeyer as CEO of Home Health and Hospice, effective immediately, following April K. Anthony's departure on June 18, 2021. Jacobsmeyer, with extensive healthcare experience, aims to build on the strong foundation established by her predecessor. The board is currently reviewing strategic alternatives for the home health and hospice segment, with updates expected during the second-quarter earnings release in late July 2021. Encompass Health operates numerous facilities nationwide.

Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) has opened a new 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Cumming, Georgia, aimed at providing specialized care for patients recovering from severe illnesses and injuries. This facility features private patient rooms and advanced rehabilitation technologies. As the company's 140th hospital, it enhances their footprint in Georgia and aims to deliver superior rehabilitation services to the Forsyth County community. The hospital will support recovery from strokes, brain injuries, and complex orthopedic conditions, ensuring high-quality care through a dedicated team of specialists.

Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) announced a virtual fireside chat on June 29, 2021, at 1 p.m. CT, focusing on its investment in health information technology. The chat will feature insights from Chief Information Officer Rusty Yeager about how technology enhances patient care and operational efficiency. Moderated by Crissy Carlisle, the session will include a Q&A segment. Encompass Health operates 139 hospitals and offers integrated healthcare services across the U.S. Interested participants can join via the investor site.

Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) has finalized its acquisition of Frontier Home Health and Hospice, enhancing its service capabilities. Effective June 1, 2021, this acquisition adds 9 home health and 11 hospice locations, allowing entry into Alaska, Montana, and Washington, while expanding its presence in Colorado and Wyoming. Encompass Health is a leading provider of Medicare-certified health services, boasting a network of 139 hospitals, 250 home health, and 93 hospice locations across 42 states and Puerto Rico.

Encompass Health Corporation (NYSE: EHC) announced the redemption of $100 million in 5.125% senior notes due 2023, scheduled for June 30, 2021. The company will fund this redemption using cash on hand and its revolving credit facility. This move is expected to result in a $0.5 million loss on early extinguishment of debt in Q2 2021. Encompass Health, a leader in integrated healthcare services, operates across 139 hospitals and various home health and hospice locations.

The Vistria Group has announced a recapitalization and growth investment in Medalogix and Muse Healthcare, two companies specializing in data science and machine learning within home health, palliative, and hospice care. They will merge under the Medalogix brand, enhancing patient care through improved technology and clinical decision support. Minority investors include LHC Group, Amedisys, and Encompass Health Corp, collectively serving 45 states. The new entity aims to empower patient care and is expected to engage over 325,000 home health and 50,000 hospice beneficiaries daily.

Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) will participate in the 41st Annual Growth Stock Conference by William Blair and the Jefferies Virtual Healthcare Conference in June 2021. The company’s President and CEO Mark Tarr, alongside CFO Doug Coltharp and President of Inpatient Hospitals Barb Jacobsmeyer, will hold a fireside chat on June 2, 2021, at 4:20 p.m. EDT during the William Blair event. The Jefferies conference chat will occur on June 3, 2021, at 3 p.m. EDT. Both events will be available via live webcast.