Sheppard Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is providing legal representation to Ascension Health in its agreement to acquire AMSURG. This acquisition will enable Ascension Health, a prominent non-profit Catholic health system, to expand its care delivery network.
Upon completion of the transaction, Ascension will incorporate over 250 ambulatory surgery centers into its network. These centers specialize in areas such as gastroenterology, ophthalmology, and orthopedics across 34 states. The acquisition aligns with Ascension’s long-term vision of creating a connected and equitable healthcare ecosystem.
The legal team from Sheppard Mullin advising on this deal is led by Eric Klein and includes partners William Ziegelbauer, Jeralin Cardoso, Amy Dilcher, Ashley Wheelock, Rick Rifenbark, Keith Gercken, Dmitriy Chelnitsky, and transactional associates Kirstin Smith and Melissa Shender.
Sheppard Mullin has over 230 attorneys nationwide and is recognized for its diversified healthcare law practice. The firm assists hospitals and health systems in structuring strategic affiliations and acquisitions aimed at improving efficiency and patient outcomes. Law360 has recognized Sheppard Mullin as the Health Care Practice Group of the Year four times.