Private equity might dodge state laws by partnering with healthcare nonprofits

Private equity firms are increasingly using partnerships with healthcare nonprofits to sidestep state regulations that could otherwise hinder their operations. The case of Washington state's nonprofit hospice, which partnered with Compassus, a private equity-backed company, highlights this trend. Such moves raise concerns about the integrity of nonprofit missions and the potential for conflicts of interest, especially when for-profit motives could overshadow community health needs. This shift underscores broader issues about the role of private equity in public health and the need for stronger oversight to protect patient care.