MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – Alabama has sent $40 million to Jackson Hospital in Montgomery to help cover capital expenses as the hospital emerges from bankruptcy, according to Gov. Kay Ivey’s office.
The funding is part of an effort to support its future and the region’s health care system.
“The sustainability of Jackson Hospital and the viability of a strong healthcare system with Baptist Health remains critical for our capital city and the River Region. With Jackson Hospital officially emerging from bankruptcy, the state has transmitted the $40 million we promised for necessary capital expenses. I would again like to thank Jackson Healthcare CEO Rick Jackson, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, as well as county and city officials for working together to forge a path forward for this needed hospital. The new leadership at Jackson Hospital has more ahead to ensure a strong future, but I am hopeful that can be achieved for the people who call this area home,” said Ivey…