Bon Secours Mercy Health to Buy Surgery Center Chain in $5.7 Billion Deal

Nonprofit Catholic health system Bon Secours Mercy Health has agreed to acquire a major chain of outpatient surgery centers in a deal valued at $5.7 billion. The acquisition will make the system one of the largest operators of ambulatory surgery centers in the country, significantly expanding its footprint in the fast-growing outpatient care market. The move reflects a broader industry shift toward lower-cost, convenient surgical settings outside traditional hospitals. For patients, this could mean more accessible and affordable procedures, while for the health system it strengthens its competitive position against other large providers. The deal is expected to close after regulatory review. Bon Secours Mercy Health's bold bet on outpatient surgery signals where the future of health care delivery is heading.