What is the status of the merger litigation in New Hampshire?

HCA Health Services of New Hampshire, Inc. is involved in litigation with the Foundation for Seacoast Health regarding a right of first refusal to purchase a hospital. While a New Hampshire Supreme Court ruling found that the merger did not trigger this right, a claim related to intra-corporate transactions in 1999 remains, and the company is awaiting a court ruling on this specific matter after a trial held in September 2009.

Are there any new material risks or changes to existing risks disclosed in this filing?

This filing indicates that there have been no material changes to the risk factors previously disclosed in HCA's annual report (Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2008) and its previous quarterly report (Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2009). Investors should refer to those filings for detailed risk factor information.

What was the company's activity regarding stock repurchases during the third quarter of 2009?

During the third quarter of 2009, HCA repurchased a total of 9,293 shares of common stock. These repurchases were made pursuant to the terms of the Management Stockholders Agreement and/or separation and stock purchase agreements with former employees, not under a public repurchase program.

Has the company experienced any issues with its internal controls?

The filing states that HCA's CEO and CFO have reviewed and evaluated the effectiveness of the company's disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the reporting period, concluding they are effective. Furthermore, there have been no changes in internal control over financial reporting during the period that have materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect these controls.

HCA 10-Q Quarterly Report Q3 FY2009 — Revenue, Net Income, EPS

Summary

This 10-Q filing for HCA Healthcare, Inc. as of September 29, 2009, focuses on market risk, controls, and legal proceedings. Management has affirmed the effectiveness of their disclosure controls and procedures, with no material changes to internal controls over financial reporting during the period. The company is involved in ongoing litigation, including a significant merger-related lawsuit in New Hampshire which is awaiting a court ruling, and a previously dismissed class action complaint regarding nurse understaffing. Investors should note that the company's operations are inherently subject to legal and regulatory challenges, which could materially impact financial results.

Key Highlights

1Disclosure controls and procedures were evaluated and deemed effective by HCA's CEO and CFO.
2No material changes to internal control over financial reporting were identified during the period.
3HCA is involved in significant merger litigation in New Hampshire, with a court ruling pending on claims related to intra-corporate transactions.
4A prior class action lawsuit alleging nurse understaffing was dismissed, but the company continues to operate in a litigious healthcare industry.
5During the quarter, HCA issued shares related to stock option exercises, both cashless and cash.
6HCA repurchased 9,293 shares of common stock during the third quarter of 2009, primarily related to agreements with former employees and stockholders.

HCA Healthcare, Inc. Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2009

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