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Hospital Conversions
Major Issues

Despite the common assumption that conversion means an impending end to the community affiliation with a local hospital, the multitude of options for the hospital board to choose from allows for some level of continued interaction and control. Even outright sale does not guarantee the termination of popular or charity programs thanks to government regulations and contract stipulations.


Background/Issues Process Regulation Impact
* Contract Management * Strategic Hospital Alliance * Lease * Transfer of Assets
* Joint Venture * Merger * Sale * Closure


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