HCA

HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA) is one of the largest for-profit hospital operators in the United States, founded in 1968 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. The company went public in 2011 following a leveraged buyout period and has since grown to become a dominant player in the American healthcare delivery system. HCA operates an extensive network of hospitals and healthcare facilities across 20 states and England, serving millions of patients annually through both inpatient and outpatient services.