Amedisys (NASDAQ:AMED) is a leading provider of home health, hospice and personal care services in the United States. The company offers a range of clinical and supportive care solutions designed to help patients recover in the comfort of their homes or receive compassionate end-of-life support. Its service lines include skilled nursing, physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy, social work and hospice care, as well as home-based palliative care and telehealth monitoring. Amedisys emphasizes personalized care plans and multidisciplinary care teams to address both the clinical and emotional needs of patients and their families.
Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Amedisys has grown through a combination of organic expansion and targeted acquisitions. The company operates more than 400 care centers across over 30 states, serving urban, suburban and rural communities. Amedisys continually invests in clinical technology, electronic medical records and remote monitoring tools to enhance care coordination, improve patient outcomes and streamline communication among clinicians, patients and caregivers.
Throughout its history, Amedisys has focused on quality measures and regulatory compliance, earning accreditation and high marks from industry organizations. The company’s home health segment delivers post-acute care for patients with acute or chronic conditions, while its hospice segment provides emotional, spiritual and physical support for individuals facing terminal illness. Amedisys’s personal care services assist patients with activities of daily living, medication reminders and companionship, helping seniors and individuals with disabilities maintain independence.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Steve Stacy, Amedisys continues to pursue a strategy centered on patient-first care, strategic partnerships and community outreach. The executive team includes seasoned professionals in clinical operations, finance and quality assurance who guide initiatives in workforce development, regulatory affairs and innovation. By combining local presence with national scale, Amedisys aims to deliver cost-effective, high-quality care and meet evolving demand for home-based health services.
