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Valuing mental healthcare providers requires a thorough understanding of the diverse care settings and service models within this growing sector. Providers may include outpatient clinics   delivering therapy and medication management, inpatient and residential programs for acute or long-term care, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs (PHP/IOP), telehealth services offering remote therapy, and community-based or school-linked programs. Each type differs in

Valuing autism service providers requires a clear understanding of the broad range of service models that exist within this dynamic sector and how they generate sustainable cash flows. Providers may operate center‑based clinics that deliver structured Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and related therapies, in‑home and community‑based services that support individuals in natural environments, school‑based programs integrated with educational services offering long‑term support

The home health sector is one of the largest areas of post-acute healthcare, with volume growth driven by both demographic pressures and patient preference for care in the home. Services range from skilled nursing and therapy delivered under a physician’s order (medical home health) to non-medical assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation (personal care). While both segments share common growth drivers, their operating models,

Valuing intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) service providers requires a nuanced understanding of the diverse care settings and reimbursement environments that define this segment of the healthcare and social services sector. IDD services encompass a wide array of models, including residential and group homes that offer 24‑hour support, adult day programs focused on habilitation and community engagement, adult foster care and shared‑living arrangements, as well as

The hospice industry plays a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system, providing compassionate, end-of-life care to patients with terminal illnesses. Hospice services include pain management, symptom relief, counseling, and support for both patients and their families. The industry is heavily regulated and deeply influenced by reimbursement policy, but it continues to be a highly active sector for M&A, driven by demographic tailwinds and the ongoing aging of the U.S. popul

The ambulatory surgery center (ASC) industry has experienced steady growth driven by the shift of procedures from inpatient hospitals to...