Becker's Ranks 22 Health Systems by Ambulatory Surgery Center Count

Becker's Hospital Review published a ranking of 22 large health systems by total ambulatory surgery center (ASC) count, led by Tenet Healthcare with 535 ASCs, Ascension with 312, and HCA Healthcare with 150. The list cites recent consolidation moves, including Bon Secours Mercy Health's planned acquisition of Surgery Partners for up to $6 billion and Ascension's completed $3.9 billion acquisition of AmSurg, both of which expanded ASC portfolios. Becker's notes ASC volumes are projected to grow 24% by 2036, according to an October report from Medicus Healthcare Solutions. The ranking is described as non-exhaustive, with systems invited to submit their ASC counts for inclusion.