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Seniors Paying Price Private Equity Takeover

RegulatorsEnsignHospitalsEcon Price

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Private equity takeovers of nursing homes lead to cost-cutting, reduced staffing, and higher mortality. The channel is regulatory (Medicaid cuts) and operational margin squeeze. Impact is US-specific, affecting nursing home operators and residents. Winners: private equity firms (short-term cost savings). Losers: residents, staff, and public health systems.

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  • Private equity ownership of nursing homes rose to 11% nationally.
  • Since 2016, 125 publicly owned nursing homes in Wisconsin have been sold.
  • Nearly half of sold nursing homes experienced declines in quality ratings post-sale.
  • Recent Medicaid cuts threaten sustainability of nursing care.
  • Ensign Group subsidiary took over Pine Crest Nursing Home in Wisconsin.

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