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Friday, October 23, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
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Hospital mergers already top all of last year

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Kaufman Hall counted 56 hospital deals in the first nine months of 2026, more than the 46 in all of 2025, including 16 in the third quarter. Struggling rural hospitals are among those seeking partners, which can change which services stay open nearby.

Source: Chief Healthcare Executive

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