Structure of the Healthcare Providers & Services Industry
Firms in the healthcare providers/services industry provide a range of services: help pharma/biotech companies develop prescription medicines; perform various diagnostic testing services to patients, physicians, payors, and employers; and offer healthcare information technology solutions to hospitals and other organizations, which is supported by the sector’s focus on cost containment and improving outcomes. Drug development entities benefit from outsourcing of R&D by pharma/biotech firms, diagnostic testing companies benefit from the growing/aging population and the increasing need for clinical testing, which is an essential service. US healthcare reform will present both opportunities and challenges. We’re neutral on the group.
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