NUTEX HEALTH OPENS WEST LITTLE ROCK EMERGENCY HOSPITAL IN ARKANSAS

Nutex Health (NASDAQ: NUTX) announced the opening of West Little Rock Emergency Hospital, its 28th hospital nationwide and third in Arkansas, located at 17810 Chenal Parkway in Little Rock.

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Nutex Health (NASDAQ: NUTX) announced the opening of West Little Rock Emergency Hospital, its 28th hospital nationwide and third in Arkansas, located at 17810 Chenal Parkway in Little Rock. The 18,966-square-foot facility offers eight emergency beds, five inpatient suites, two triage rooms, and a full-service lab with advanced imaging. According to Nutex Health, the new site expands access to 24/7 emergency and concierge-level care in the Little Rock metropolitan area.

Positive

• 28th hospital opened nationwide, expanding Nutex Health’s geographic footprint
• Third facility in Arkansas, strengthening presence in the Little Rock metropolitan area
• 18,966-square-foot facility with ER beds, inpatient suites, triage, lab and imaging capabilities

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• None.

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News Market Reaction – NUTX

On Aug 18, the day this news came out, NUTX closed 0.72% below the previous close.

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Key Figures

Hospital network: 28 hospitals States served: 12 states Arkansas facilities: 3 facilities +5 more

Hospital network

28 hospitals

Company description

States served

12 states

Company description

Arkansas facilities

3 facilities

After the opening

Facility size

18,966 square feet

West Little Rock Emergency Hospital

Emergency room beds

8 beds

West Little Rock Emergency Hospital

Inpatient suites

5 suites

West Little Rock Emergency Hospital

Triage rooms

2 rooms

West Little Rock Emergency Hospital

Operating availability

24/7/365

West Little Rock Emergency Hospital

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Aug 06

5 events

1. Aug 06

   Q2 earnings report

   24h Move

   +6.7%

   Q2 profitability and six-month earnings growth; revenue declined year over year.

2. Jul 21

   Earnings scheduling notice

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   +4.2%

   Scheduled Q2 results release and conference call dates for early August.

3. Apr 30

   Q1 earnings report

   24h Move

   +17.1%

   Q1 revenue growth, profitability, cash, and reduced long-term debt reported.

4. Apr 22

   Earnings scheduling notice

   24h Move

   +0.8%

   Scheduled Q1 results release and conference call dates for late April and May.

5. Mar 05

   Annual earnings report

   24h Move

   -14.3%

   2025 results and a $25.0M share repurchase authorization were announced.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

micro hospitals, mri, triage rooms

3 terms

micro hospitals technical

"comprised of 28 state-of-the-art micro hospitals and hospital outpatient departments"

Micro hospitals are compact, full-service hospitals with a small number of inpatient beds and a focused set of services—such as emergency care, imaging, and short-stay treatments—designed to serve a local community. For investors they matter because they require less capital and can be quicker to open than large hospitals, offering potential for faster returns and easier scaling, but their success depends on local demand, reimbursement rules and competition from clinics and urgent care centers.

mri medical

"advanced imaging technology, including MRI, CT, X-ray, and ultrasound"

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a medical scan that uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed pictures of the inside of the body, like a high-resolution camera for tissues and organs. Investors care because MRI drives demand for imaging machines, hospital services, diagnostics and can be central to clinical trial results and regulatory decisions—changes in MRI use or technology can affect revenue, capital spending and reimbursement in healthcare and medical device markets.

triage rooms medical

"five inpatient suites, and two triage rooms"

Designated spaces in medical facilities where patients are quickly assessed, prioritized, and directed to the appropriate level of care based on the severity of their condition. Like a sorting desk at an airport that routes travelers to the right gate, triage rooms affect patient flow, facility capacity, staffing needs, regulatory compliance, and operating costs, so investors use them as indicators of a provider’s ability to manage demand and control expenses.

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HOUSTON, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nutex Health Inc. ("Nutex Health" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: NUTX), a physician-led, integrated healthcare delivery system comprised of 28 state-of-the-art micro hospitals and hospital outpatient departments in 12 states and primary care-centric, risk-bearing physician networks, today announced the opening of its 28^th hospital nationwide and third facility in Arkansas. West Little Rock Emergency Hospital is located at 17810 Chenal Parkway in Little Rock.

The staff of medical experts at West Little Rock Emergency Hospital brings the community 24/7/365 concierge-level care. The 18,966-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility houses eight emergency room beds, five inpatient suites, and two triage rooms. It features a full-service laboratory and advanced imaging technology, including MRI, CT, X-ray, and ultrasound, with same-day scheduling and rapid results.

"Although emergencies do not occur every day, we stand ready to assist the citizens of Central Arkansas and the surrounding areas today, tomorrow, and for the years to come," said Justin White, MD, Chief Medical Officer at West Little Rock Emergency Hospital. "We are honored to join this community, and we look forward to providing care to those whom we have the privilege to serve."

"We are thrilled to welcome patients to West Little Rock Emergency Hospital, located on the west side of Little Rock," said Thomas Vo, MD, MBA, Chief Executive Officer at Nutex Health. "This new hospital complements our facility Cabot ER & Hospital on the east side of the Little Rock metropolitan area, improving accessibility and bringing exceptional healthcare closer to more families throughout the area. With both locations serving the region, we are well-positioned to provide the Little Rock community with the high-quality care it deserves."

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 three divisions: a Hospital Division, Population Health Management Division, and Real Estate Division

The Hospital Division owns, develops, and operates innovative health care models, including micro-hospitals, specialty hospitals, and hospital outpatient departments. This division owns and operates 28 facilities in 12 states.

The Population Health Management division owns and operates provider networks such as Independent Physician Associations. Through our Management Services Organization, we provide management, administrative and other support services to our affiliated hospitals and physician groups.

The real estate division comprises of real estate entities along with activity related to the development and construction of hospital facilities. The real estate entities own the land and hospital buildings which are leased to our hospital entities.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements and information included in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform 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, to remediate our material weaknesses in a timely manner, 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, 2025 and subsequent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the three months ended June 30, 2026 under the heading "Risk Factors" in Part II, Item IA thereof, and the risk factors and other cautionary statements contained in our 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.

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What did Nutex Health (NUTX) announce about West Little Rock Emergency Hospital on August 18, 2026?

Nutex Health announced the opening of West Little Rock Emergency Hospital, its 28th hospital and third in Arkansas. According to Nutex Health, the facility expands 24/7 emergency and concierge-level care for Central Arkansas and the surrounding areas from its Little Rock location.

Where is Nutex Health’s new West Little Rock Emergency Hospital located and what services does it provide?

West Little Rock Emergency Hospital is located at 17810 Chenal Parkway in Little Rock, Arkansas. According to Nutex Health, it offers 24/7 emergency care, inpatient suites, triage rooms, a full-service laboratory, and advanced imaging, including MRI, CT, X-ray, and ultrasound with rapid results.

How large is Nutex Health’s West Little Rock Emergency Hospital and how many beds does it have?

The West Little Rock Emergency Hospital spans 18,966 square feet and includes eight emergency room beds and five inpatient suites. According to Nutex Health, it also has two triage rooms to support patient intake and assessment for the surrounding community.

How does West Little Rock Emergency Hospital fit into Nutex Health’s (NUTX) Arkansas network?

West Little Rock Emergency Hospital is Nutex Health’s third facility in Arkansas and its 28th hospital nationwide. According to Nutex Health, it complements Cabot ER & Hospital on the east side of the metropolitan area, improving healthcare accessibility across Little Rock.

What imaging and diagnostic capabilities are available at West Little Rock Emergency Hospital operated by Nutex Health (NUTX)?

West Little Rock Emergency Hospital features advanced imaging technology, including MRI, CT, X-ray, and ultrasound. According to Nutex Health, the facility also has a full-service laboratory, offering same-day scheduling and rapid results to support timely diagnosis and treatment.

Is emergency care available 24/7 at Nutex Health’s West Little Rock Emergency Hospital?

Yes, West Little Rock Emergency Hospital provides 24/7/365 emergency and concierge-level care. According to Nutex Health, its staff of medical experts is positioned to serve citizens of Central Arkansas and surrounding areas at any time of day or night.