Mergers have become a way of life in the healthcare industry. Read the attached article about the merger trend in healthcare. Compare and contrast the outcomes of a merger at a hospital level and at a physician practice level. There will be positive and negative outcomes. Explain the effects that these outcomes have on a facility.

Healthcare Companies in a Merger Frenzy: http://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/30/business/dealboo…=0

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