HCA Healthcare, Inc. - HCA STOCK NEWS

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) plans to build five new full-service hospitals in Texas to address the growing healthcare demands of the state. The new locations include Dallas Fort-Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and two in Austin, with partnerships involving local healthcare foundations. HCA currently operates 45 hospitals and 632 affiliated care sites in Texas, having invested approximately $6.6 billion over the last five years to enhance its healthcare services. CEO Sam Hazen emphasized that this expansion will better serve the increasing population's healthcare needs.

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) has appointed Andrea B. Smith as an independent director, expanding its board from 10 to 11 members. Effective immediately, she will serve on the audit and compliance committee and the patient safety and quality of care committee. Smith's extensive experience includes over 30 years at Bank of America, where she was the chief administrative officer. The addition of her financial and operational expertise is expected to enhance HCA's commitment to improving patient care.

HCA Healthcare has announced a $1.35 million donation over three years to Educate Texas through its Healthier Tomorrow Fund. This initiative aims to enhance student access to healthcare career programs in Texas, particularly through the P-TECH model. This program allows students to earn a high school diploma along with a two-year degree or credentials in healthcare fields. HCA's Healthier Tomorrow Fund, with $80 million dedicated to community initiatives, has allocated $4.5 million to various organizations since 2021, highlighting the company's commitment to health equity and workforce development.

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: HCA) has announced its 4Q Earnings Release Call scheduled for January 27, 2022, at 9:00 AM Central. The call will be accessible through a live audio webcast on the company's investor relations website. For those unable to attend live, an archived version will be available online post-event. This quarterly earning report is crucial as investors await insights into the company's financial performance during the last quarter.

Brentwood Associates has sold MD Now Urgent Care to HCA Healthcare. This transaction, completed in late 2021, marks a significant move for both companies. MD Now, Florida's largest urgent care provider, operates 59 clinics and treated over 900,000 patients in 2021. Following Brentwood's 2018 investment, MD Now expanded its clinic network despite the pandemic challenges. Both companies aim to enhance patient care in Florida. Financial details of the sale remain undisclosed.

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) has acquired MD Now Urgent Care, a network of 59 urgent care centers in Florida, enhancing its footprint in the urgent care market. This acquisition expands HCA's operations to over 170 clinics across 19 markets. CEO Sam Hazen emphasized the integration of MD Now into HCA's extensive statewide healthcare network, supporting over 6.4 million patients annually. The investment aligns with HCA's commitment to patient-centered care in Florida, where it has invested around $3 billion in healthcare facilities over three years.

HCA Healthcare has appointed Frank Morgan as the new vice president of investor relations, effective January 1, 2022. Morgan, with over 30 years of experience in healthcare financial analysis, currently serves as managing director at RBC Capital Markets. He succeeds Mark Kimbrough, who is retiring after nearly 40 years at HCA. Kimbrough has been instrumental in establishing strong investor relationships. The transition is expected to maintain continuity in investor relations, leveraging Morgan's extensive experience in the healthcare sector.

HCA Healthcare has announced its third consecutive donation of $500,000 to the American Red Cross for the Annual Disaster Giving Program. This funding supports disaster response efforts, including coordinating supplies and resources during emergencies. HCA Healthcare has contributed over $4.6 million to the Red Cross over the last five years, aiding responses to various disasters such as hurricanes and winter storms. The company also collaborates with the Red Cross to enhance emergency response capabilities.

HCA Healthcare has committed to donating $1.5 million to Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) School of Allied Health Sciences. This initiative aims to enhance student career pathways in healthcare and is part of HCA's broader commitment to provide $10 million to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) over three years. The funding will support scholarships, internships, and the development of the HCA Florida Healthcare Simulation Lab.