AdaptHealth Corp. appoints new Chair and CEO to drive growth

AdaptHealth Corp. (NASDAQ: AHCO) has made significant changes to its board of directors and management team, as announced in a press release. Dale Wolf has been appointed as the new Chair of the Board of Directors effective July 1, 2024, succeeding outgoing Chairman Richard Barasch. Suzanne Foster, the Chief Executive Officer, has also joined the Board of Directors as of May 20, 2024.

Josh Parnes, the President and a member of the Board of Directors, will be stepping down from his role as President on August 31, 2024, and from the Board on December 31, 2024.

These changes come at a time when AdaptHealth Corp. continues to innovate, grow, and deliver patient-focused best-in-class care. Mr. Wolf expressed his excitement about assuming the role and working alongside Suzanne and her team to leverage the momentum in the business.

The company's commitment to providing patient-centered, healthcare-at-home solutions is evident in its full suite of medical products and solutions designed to help patients manage chronic conditions in the home, adapt to challenges in their activities of daily living, and thrive. AdaptHealth Corp. services beneficiaries of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance payors, reaching approximately 4.1 million patients annually in all 50 states through its network of approximately 680 locations in 47 states.

The leadership changes reflect the company's dedication to maintaining its position as a national leader in the industry and its mission to improve the lives of millions of people who rely on its services. As a result of these announcements, the company's shares have moved -1.9% on the market, and are now trading at a price of $9.7. For the full picture, make sure to review AdaptHealth's 8-K report.

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