The rating assignment is based on a number of factors, including CMH’s significant revenue growth and cash flow. The hospital’s challenges include a significant increase in debt and its location in a competitive service area.
Fitch also affirmed the “BBB-” rating on CMH’s outstanding series 2012 bonds.
The outlook is stable.
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