Hca Healthcare Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: HCA) has announced its 1Q Earnings Release Call scheduled for April 22, 2022, at 9:00 AM Central. The call will be accessible via live audio on the internet, allowing investors and analysts to gain insights into the company's financial performance. An archived version of the call will also be available for those unable to attend live. Investors can access the webcast through the provided link.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized for the second consecutive year in the 2022 LinkedIn Top Companies ranking, showcasing its commitment to colleague success. The organization was evaluated based on seven key pillars that drive career progression. HCA Healthcare emphasizes leadership development, investing over 210,200 hours of training for more than 78,600 individuals in 2021. It also focuses on diversity, with 35% of new management hires being people of color. Educational programs support over 283,000 colleagues, offering tuition reimbursement and other financial assistance.

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) announced on March 18, 2022, that it offered 1,867 positions in its July 2022 graduate medical education programs, marking it as the largest sponsor of such programs in the U.S. With 337 ACGME accredited programs and over 5,429 residents and fellows, HCA aims to address the projected shortage of 37,800 to 124,000 physicians by 2034. HCA has invested in clinical education, including owning Galen College of Nursing and establishing 11 Centers for Clinical Advancement.

HCA Healthcare, recognized by Ethisphere as one of the 2022 World’s Most Ethical Companies, marks its 12th honor. Being one of only seven healthcare providers acknowledged, HCA’s CEO, Sam Hazen, credits the accolade to the dedication of its workforce. The company has treated more COVID-19 patients than any other provider in the U.S. and has initiated various community-focused initiatives, including an $80 million health equity fund. HCA’s charitable contributions exceeded $41 million in 2021, further showcasing its commitment to ethics and community service.

HCA Healthcare announced a contribution of over $41 million to community organizations in 2021, supporting disaster relief, education, and essential needs. The HCA Healthcare Foundation launched the Healthier Tomorrow Fund, allocating $4.5 million to various organizations since May 2021. Additionally, a $10 million commitment over three years was made to support HBCUs and HSIs, promoting diversity in healthcare.

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE: HCA) announced its wholly owned subsidiary, HCA Inc., will offer senior secured notes, contingent on market conditions. The offering aims to raise funds for general corporate purposes, potentially including repaying borrowings under its revolving credit facility and redeeming $2.5 billion in senior secured notes due 2023. The notes will be privately placed to institutional buyers, adhering to Securities Act regulations.

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) will participate in several upcoming virtual healthcare conferences in 2022. The schedule includes:

• February 16 at 10:40 am EST - SVB Leerink 11th Annual Global Healthcare Conference
• March 9 at 11:10 am EST - Cowen 42nd Annual Health Care Conference
• March 15 at 10:00 am EDT - Oppenheimer 32nd Annual Healthcare Conference

Live webcasts and presentation materials will be available on the HCA Healthcare Investor Relations website.

HCA Healthcare reported strong fourth-quarter results for 2021 with revenues of $15.064 billion, up from $14.293 billion year-over-year. Net income rose to $1.814 billion or $5.75 per diluted share, boosted by $563 million in facility sales gains. Notably, adjusted EBITDA reached $3.149 billion, slightly higher than the previous year. The company announced a new $8 billion share repurchase program and a quarterly dividend of $0.56 per share. For 2022, HCA estimates revenues between $60.0-$62.0 billion and net income between $5.550-$5.835 billion.

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.