HCA Healthcare Loses $150M in Q1 Due to ACA Subsidy Lapse
HCA Healthcare, the largest hospital operator in the U.S., reported a $150 million loss in Q1 2026 due to the expiration of more generous ACA subsidies. The company expects to lose between $600 million and $900 million this year from the subsidy lapse and other healthcare program cuts. The loss is attributed to declining ACA enrollments and increased uncompensated care costs.
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