BREAKING: The combined system would include 68 hospital campuses, nearly 14,000 physicians, and two health plans.
Monday, October 1, 2018
 

BREAKING: Baylor Scott & White to Merge With Memorial Herman, Forming Largest Health System in Texas

If the deal is finalized, the combined system will include 68 hospital campuses, nearly 14,000 physicians, and two health plans.

Baylor Scott & White CEO Jim Hinton is expected to serve as CEO of the proposed combined system.

The post-merger system would have executive and support staff based in four Texas cities: Dallas, Houstin, Austin, and Temple.

The organizations have entered into a due diligence period and expect to reach a definitive agreement at some point next year.

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