Lifepoint Health to Acquire St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston

The $1.2 billion deal will expand Lifepoint's footprint in the Pacific Northwest.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:02pm

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Lifepoint Health, a major national healthcare provider, has announced plans to acquire St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho as part of a broader $1.2 billion agreement with ScionHealth to purchase eight hospitals across the country. The transaction is expected to be completed within the next 60-90 days, with Lifepoint pledging to maintain existing services and staff at the Lewiston facility.

Why it matters

This acquisition will significantly expand Lifepoint's presence in the Pacific Northwest, adding a major regional medical center to its nationwide network of over 60 hospitals and 300 outpatient facilities. It reflects the ongoing consolidation in the healthcare industry as larger providers seek to gain economies of scale and expand their geographic footprint.

The details

Under the agreement, Lifepoint Health will acquire St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho, as well as seven other acute care facilities located in Mississippi, Texas, Tennessee, West Virginia and Wisconsin that are currently owned by ScionHealth. Lifepoint says it is familiar with the hospitals and communities involved and intends to maintain existing services, staff, and local partnerships at the acquired facilities.

  • The acquisition agreement was announced on March 6, 2026.
  • The transaction is expected to be completed within the next 60-90 days.

The players

Lifepoint Health

A major national healthcare provider that operates a network of 60 hospitals, over 70 rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities, and more than 300 outpatient care sites across the United States.

ScionHealth

A healthcare company that owns and operates a portfolio of acute care hospitals and other medical facilities across the country.

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center

A 123-bed acute care hospital located in Lewiston, Idaho that provides a range of inpatient and outpatient medical services to the local community.

David Dill

Chairman and CEO of Lifepoint Health.

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What they’re saying

“We are familiar with the hospitals and the communities they serve, and we intend to continue supporting patient care and local partnerships.”

— David Dill, Chairman and CEO, Lifepoint Health

What’s next

Lifepoint Health and ScionHealth will now proceed with the legal and regulatory steps required to complete the $1.2 billion acquisition transaction, which is expected to take between 60 and 90 days.

The takeaway

This acquisition represents the ongoing consolidation in the healthcare industry as larger providers like Lifepoint Health seek to expand their geographic footprint and gain greater economies of scale. The deal will significantly strengthen Lifepoint's presence in the Pacific Northwest region.