HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) – Healthcare workers and patients are raising concerns about Huntsville Hospital’s $450 million acquisition of Crestwood Medical Center, fearing the deal will reduce competition for jobs and healthcare costs in North Alabama.
The blockbuster deal, announced last month, is expected to close early this year. Under the agreement, Crestwood will maintain its name, logo and doctors but will operate under Huntsville Hospital ownership.
A Huntsville Hospital representative said the merger will benefit patient care…