Hca Healthcare Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) is scheduled to present at two healthcare conferences in May 2022. The first presentation will be on May 11, 2022, at 8:00 am PDT during the BofA Securities 2022 Healthcare Conference in Las Vegas, NV. The second presentation is set for May 18, 2022, at 9:30 am EDT, at the RBC Capital Markets Global Healthcare Conference in New York, NY. Investors can access live audio webcasts and presentation materials on the company’s website, with details subject to change.

Valify, a healthcare cost management company based in Frisco, Texas, has been named “Company of the Year” by CIOReview in the 50 most promising healthcare solutions category. Valify utilizes a proprietary technology platform to analyze healthcare spending, helping hospitals reduce operational costs and financial risk. The company, acquired by HCA Healthcare, manages over $600 billion in categorized spend across 1,300 service categories, offering end-to-end cost management solutions to thousands of hospitals.

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) announced a donation of $1.5 million to Florida International University’s Nursing College to address the national nursing shortage. The funding will support faculty expansion and scholarships, contributing to HCA's broader $10 million commitment over three years aimed at enhancing diversity in healthcare. This partnership reflects HCA's dedication to cultivating a workforce equipped to meet future healthcare challenges, especially as U.S. nursing schools struggle with faculty shortages, having turned away over 80,000 qualified applicants in 2019.

HCA Healthcare reported first-quarter 2022 revenues of $14.945 billion, up from $13.977 billion in Q1 2021. Net income was $1.273 billion or $4.14 per diluted share, down from $1.423 billion. Adjusted EBITDA fell to $2.944 billion from $3.052 billion a year prior. Key metrics showed 2.1% and 5.0% increases in same facility admissions and equivalent admissions, respectively. The company revised its 2022 guidance, lowering revenue expectations to $59.5 to $61.5 billion and net income to $4.950 to $5.340 billion.

HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) will conduct its 2022 Annual Shareholders Meeting virtually on April 21, 2022, at 2:00 PM Central (3:00 PM Eastern). Shareholders can join the meeting via a live webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/HCA2022. HCA Healthcare, based in Nashville, is one of the largest healthcare service providers in the U.S., operating 182 hospitals and around 2,300 ambulatory care sites across 20 states and the U.K.

HCA Healthcare has released its annual Impact Report, showcasing its commitment to enhancing patient care and supporting communities. In 2021, HCA managed over 35 million patient encounters and achieved a median door-to-needle time for stroke care of 35 minutes, significantly faster than the national goal. The organization provided more than $3.3 billion in charity care and established the Health Equity Council to address disparities. With over $100 million invested in nursing resources and ongoing community support, HCA emphasizes its role as a leader in healthcare innovation and community service.

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.