Trends in Private Equity Acquisition of Pain Management Practices
Author Information
Author(s): Bejarano Geronimo MPH, Eubanks James E. MD MS, Braun Robert T. PhD
Primary Institution: Brown University
Hypothesis
This study assesses the trends and geographic variation of private equity acquisitions of pain management practices and physicians.
Conclusion
Private equity acquisitions of pain management practices have increased significantly over the last decade, with nearly 10% of pain management physicians now affiliated with private equity-owned practices.
Supporting Evidence
- Private equity acquisitions of pain management practices spanned 26 different states.
- As of 2023, 8.2% of pain management physicians worked for private equity–owned practices compared to 0.4% in 2013.
- Virginia had the highest percentage of pain management physicians working for private equity–owned practices in 2023.
Takeaway
The study found that more and more pain management clinics are being bought by private equity firms, which can change how patients receive care.
Methodology
This cross-sectional study used health care market databases to identify private equity acquisitions of pain management practices from 2013 to 2023.
Limitations
The study may not have captured all private equity acquisitions of pain management practices.
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