The rating affirmation was supported by a number of factors, including Covenant’s stable market leadership. The system’s market share is consistently above 54 percent in its primary service area.
The rating affirmation was also supported by Covenant’s strong liquidity and manageable capital requirements.
Fitch analysts expect Covenant to continue producing stable operating and financial results as the organization continues its integration of Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville, Tenn., and Claiborne County Hospital in Tazewell, Tenn., into the system.
