How the ACA ruined physician-owned hospitals.

“In summary, the Affordable Care Act effectively banned physician-owned hospitals. The effective ban followed lobbying efforts from non-POH organizations such as the American Hospital Association and Federation of American Hospitals. Non-POHs feared increased competition from POHs that were providing higher-quality and more cost-effective services, attracting patients and insurers. Since the ACA’s enactment, POHs have been frozen in time. It’s time for a thaw.” ~ learn more