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Source: American Bankruptcy Institute Journal, June 2026
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By Andrew M. Troop,
06.04.26
An article co-authored by Pillsbury Insolvency & Restructuring partner Andrew Troop and Samuel Maizel, a partner at Dentons, explores the growing role of private equity in the U.S. healthcare industry and the debate surrounding its impact on hospitals, nursing homes and patient care. While supporters argue the private equity investment can improve operational efficiency and provide much-needed capital, critics contend that leveraged buyouts, real estate sale-leasebacks and profit-focused strategies can leave healthcare providers financially vulnerable.
Through multiple cases studies, the authors examine how private equity ownership has been linked to financial distress, bankruptcies, facility closures and increased regulatory scrutiny. The article also highlights emerging state and federal efforts to increase oversight of private equity-backed healthcare transactions as policymakers seek to balance investment opportunities with patient and community protections.
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