EHC Expands in Tennessee Via New JV Facility With Vanderbilt Health

Core Insights - Encompass Health Corporation (EHC) has expanded its partnership with Vanderbilt Health to build a new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Lebanon, TN, expected to open in 2028 [1][5][9] Facility Details - The new hospital will feature private patient rooms, a large therapy gym with advanced rehabilitation technologies, daily living suite activities, an in-house dialysis unit, a pharmacy, and a therapy courtyard [2] - Specialized care will be provided for patients recovering from serious illnesses and injuries, including strokes, neurological disorders, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and complex orthopedic conditions [3] Operational Impact - The facility aims to enhance patient recovery speed and improve health outcomes for residents in Wilson, Smith, Trousdale, and Macon counties [4] - EHC's expansion aligns with the increasing demand for inpatient rehabilitation services due to a rise in patients with serious health conditions [7] Financial Performance - In the first nine months of 2025, EHC reported revenues of $4.4 billion, reflecting a 10.6% increase compared to the same period in the previous year [6] - EHC's share price has increased by 13% over the past year, outperforming the industry average growth of 1.9% [8]