Hospital to be acquired by USA Health

By The Catholic Week
The University of South Alabama Health Care Authority has entered into an agreement with St. Louis-based Ascension to acquire Providence Hospital and its clinics.
“The values shared by USA Health and Providence make the acquisition a good fit,” said University of South Alabama President Jo Bonner. “USA Health and Providence have long shared a commitment to provide compassionate care to those who need it the most, and that core value will not change.”
Don King, President and CEO of Ascension Florida and Gulf Coast added: “Ascension Providence has a legacy of serving the health care needs of the community that dates back to the mid-1800s. We are pleased that this strong tradition will continue as the hospital and its related services transition to USA Health, which will allow associates and physicians to continue to serve the community through an integrated care delivery system. This transition will ensure that the Mobile community and surrounding regions have sustainable, quality health care access long into the future.”
The University of South Alabama Healthcare Authority will acquire the 349-bed Providence Hospital facility and its related sites of care, including the physician practices of Ascension Medical Group. The hospital is a full-service facility with 24/7 emergency care, a level III trauma center, outpatient diagnostic center, and a freestanding rehabilitation and wellness center.
The acquisition is expected to close in the fall of 2023. Until that time, USA and Providence Hospital will continue to operate independently.