Ascension Health Nears $3.9 Billion Deal for Amsurg Outpatient Centers
Amsurg, the ambulatory surgery company once part of Envision Healthcare, is in advanced talks to sell itself to Ascension Health for about $3.9 billion, according to people with knowledge of the matter.
A deal with Ascension could be struck within weeks, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing confidential information.
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