Encompass Health and BSA Health System announce joint venture to own and operate rehabilitation hospital in Amarillo, Texas

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., and AMARILLO, Texas, Aug. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC), the nation’s largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, and BSA Health System, an affiliate of Ardent Health and the fourth largest employer in Amarillo, today announced a joint venture arrangement to own and operate a freestanding, 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Amarillo, Texas. The hospital, currently under construction, will be located at 7950 Wallace Boulevard. BSA intends to relocate its existing 24-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit to the new hospital upon completion. The space currently housing the inpatient rehabilitation unit will be used for the expansion of the BSA Hospital acute care capacity.

The hospital will serve patients recovering from debilitating illnesses and injuries, including strokes and other neurological disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations and complex orthopedic conditions. In addition to 24-hour nursing care, the hospital will offer physical, occupational and speech therapies to restore functional ability and quality of life. Care will be provided by highly specialized nurses, therapists and physicians.

The hospital will feature private patient rooms, a spacious therapy gym with advanced rehabilitation technologies and an activities of daily living suite, in-house dialysis suite, dining room, pharmacy and therapy courtyard. 

“We are excited to partner with BSA to help patients in the Amarillo community reach their rehabilitation goals and return to what matters most,” said Craig Funk, president of Encompass Health’s Southwest region. “We share a commitment to delivering high-quality patient experiences and outcomes and look forward to the positive impact this hospital will have on the lives of many.”

“This partnership is a significant step forward for healthcare in Amarillo,” said Michael Cruz, CEO of BSA Health System. “By expanding acute care capacity and joining forces with a national leader in rehabilitation, we’re enhancing the level of care available to our community. We’re also proud that our experienced rehabilitation team will continue serving patients at the new facility, ensuring continuity of care with the same expertise our patients trust.”

The hospital, expected to open in late 2025, will be part of Encompass Health’s national network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and its ongoing expansion in Texas.

About Encompass Health
Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) is the largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the United States. With a national footprint that includes 169 hospitals in 38 states and Puerto Rico, the Company provides high-quality, compassionate rehabilitative care for patients recovering from a major injury or illness, using advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize recovery. Encompass Health is ranked as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies™ and Forbes’ Most Trusted Companies in America. For more information, visit encompasshealth.com, or follow us on our newsroom, X, Instagram and Facebook.

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About BSA Health System
BSA Health System (BSA) is a comprehensive healthcare system located in Amarillo, Texas, serving the Texas Panhandle and surrounding area. BSA, the largest healthcare employer in the region, includes the 445-bed flagship hospital; BSA Harrington Cancer Center; a network of primary care, urgent care and surgical clinics; and a preferred provider network. For more information, visit bsahs.org and follow facebook.com/BSAHealthSystem.

Forward-Looking Statements
Statements contained in this press release which are not historical facts, such as those relating to the likelihood, timing and effects of the completion of this hospital project, are forward-looking statements. In addition, Encompass Health may from time to time make forward-looking public statements concerning the matters described herein. All such estimates, projections, and forward-looking information speak only as of the date hereof, and Encompass Health undertakes no duty to publicly update or revise such forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily estimates based upon current information and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Encompass Health’s actual results or events may differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors. While it is impossible to identify all such factors, factors which could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated include, but are not limited to, the regulatory review and approval process, any adverse outcome of various lawsuits, claims, and legal or regulatory proceedings that may be brought by or against the Company; the possibility this project will experience unexpected delays; the ability to successfully complete this project consistent with Encompass Health’s growth strategy, including development and maintenance of relationships with referral sources; disease outbreaks, including the speed, depth, geographic reach and duration of the spread; the actions to be taken by Encompass Health in response to disease outbreaks; changes in the regulation of the healthcare industry at either or both of the federal and state levels; competitive pressures in the healthcare industry and Encompass Health’s response thereto; the hospital’s ability to maintain proper local, state and federal licensing; potential disruptions, breaches, or other incidents affecting the proper operation, availability, or security of Encompass Health’s information systems; Encompass Health’s ability to attract and retain nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals in a highly competitive environment with often severe staffing shortages and the impact on Encompass Health’s labor expenses from potential union activity and staffing shortages; changes, delays in (including in connection with resolution of Medicare payment reviews or appeals), or suspension of reimbursement for Encompass Health’s services by governmental or private payors; general conditions in the economy and capital markets; and other factors which may be identified from time to time in Encompass Health’s SEC filings and other public announcements, including Encompass Health’s Form 10-K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2024 and 10-Q for the quarters ended March 31, 2025 and June 30, 2025.

Encompass Health contacts:
Media:
Polly Manuel | 205-970-5912
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Investor relations: 
Mark Miller | 205-970-5860
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BSA Health System contact:
Media:
Kirstyn Groff | 806-212-0343
[email protected]

SOURCE Encompass Health Corp.