New Study Links Private Equity Hospital Takeovers to 11 Percent Surge in Patient Deaths
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A new study linked to private equity hospital buyouts shows patient deaths rose 11% following the transitions.
The findings tie the mortality increase to a management strategy involving heavy debt loading, selling hospital buildings to charge rent, and cutting medical staff. Political commentators note the findings highlight an issue the political class has undervalued.
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@marionawfalPrivate equity is killing patients… and a new landmark study proves it. Patient deaths surged 11% after PE firms took over hospitals. Their playbook: Load the facility with massive debt, sell the building and charge rent, then gut staf
@barnes_lawPrivate equity is a nightmare. This is a deeply under appreciated you by the political class.