“The outlook revision reflects the hospital’s materially weaker financial profile largely due to its information technology system installation and the $4.6 million acquisition of three assisted living facilities in 2016,” said S&P analyst Patrick Zagar.
The ratings agency also affirmed the “BBB” long-term rating on the hospital’s series 2014 revenue bonds.
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