Here are 6 key factors that come into play when looking at investments and mergers and acquisitions in the ASC sector.
1. More buyers: The outlook for investment and M&A activity in the ASC sector is very positive and there continue to be more transactions than in prior years. This is due to more buyers seeking to invest in centers and more physicians seeking partners to help them achieve strategic goals, such as adding new physician-partners, new procedures, etc., and as an exit strategy for the founding physicians who may be approaching retirement. While the number of centers remains around 5,500, there are now over 50 potential buyers for each center including ASC management companies, hospitals, and private equity firms that are creating ASC networks.