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Ensign Group’s $1.4 Billion Quarter: Can 22 Acquisitions Keep Delivering?

The Ensign Group, Inc. reported financial results for the first quarter of 2026 marked by record occupancy rates and growth in skilled mix and Medicare revenue. Same-store and transitioning occupancy reached 84.3% and 85.1% respectively, with skilled revenue and days increasing nearly 10% for same-store operations and around 5% for transitioning operations year-over-year. Medicare revenue similarly grew close to 10%. The company emphasized that concerns about managed care volume softness have not been reflected in its affiliated operations, which saw growth across all skilled payers and strong sequential increases in managed care and Medicare census. The shift toward higher acuity admissions aligns with Ensign’s clinical capabilities and local market positioning. Ensign’s operational strategy, centered on clinical excellence and local leadership, contributed to a healthcare model yielding superior patient outcomes and high reputation.