2 Pennsylvania health systems merge to form $1B entity

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Top Story 2 Pennsylvania Health Systems Merge to Form $1B Entity Butler Health System and Excela Health, both based in Pennsylvania, have merged to form a five-hospital system that is now the third largest in the state. The new health system will generate more than $1 billion in revenue and serve a population of 750,000 in western Pennsylvania, the organizations said. Have You Submitted Your Application? INVEST 2023 Pitch Perfect Applications    There is no fee to apply. Only companies funded from 2018-2022 (no more than five years ago), and that have raised a seed funding round will be considered. Startups can apply to only one track. Startups must be registered for the conference in order to participate in the pitch contest. There are five tracks and each track will feature six finalists. Application Deadline: January 30, 2023. Applications will be reviewed by investment professionals and selections announced on Feb. 21, 2023.   Apply Now!

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