California Non-Profit Makes Deal to Purchase 3 Maine Hospitals

Over the last few years, we have seen a number of Maine hospitals forced to make significant changes in how they operate due to staffing shortages and financial issues.

In some cases, these hospitals have had to close entire departments.  Several have been forced to close their birthing departments and at least one has had to close its emergency department.

In a rural state like Maine, this has led to some expectant mothers and seriously injured people needing to make lengthy trips to hospitals outside their immediate area.

In addition to the closure of some departments, many Maine hospitals have had to lay off employees.

For example, Central Maine Medical Center had to lay off 45 employees and sell two of its buildings in 2024.

It looks like help may be on the way for a handful of Maine hospitals.

Prime Healthcare Services in Maine

This help is coming in the form of Prime Healthcare Services, a California-based non-profit that intends to purchase three Maine hospitals, according to WGME.

The news station reported that these hospitals include Lewiston's Central Maine Medical Center, Rumford Hospital, and Bridgton Hospital. Additionally, the organization plans to purchase several other Central Maine Healthcare facilities.

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WGME said that as part of the purchase, Prime Health Services has committed to a $150 million investment.

How Many Hospitals Does Prime Healthcare Services Operate?

According to the organization's website, Prime Healthcare Services operates 44 hospitals spread across 14 states.

The takeover is not complete, yet.

According to the news station, the deal still needs government and regulatory approval before it can be finalized.