Buyers remain keen on home medical equipment companies, but heightened due diligence and competitive bidding concerns are making them far more selective.
Acquisition capital is plentiful, but the return of competitive bidding in 2028 has led buyers to approach affected product categories with more caution. Large strategic players are still moving forward, evidenced by Cardinal Health’s recent purchase of AdaptHealth’s diabetes business. Analysts expect consolidation to continue into 2027 as providers look for scale amid reimbursement and regulatory pressure.
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