On Tuesday, HCA Healthcare Inc. (NYSE:HCA) reported second-quarter revenues of $17.49 billion, up from $15.86 billion a year ago and beating the consensus of $17.05 billion. The hospital chain reported adjusted EPS of $5.50, up from $4.29 a year ago, beating the consensus of $5.36. “The company’s results for the second quarter were positive and reflected strong demand for our services,” said Sam Hazen, Chief Executive Officer of HCA Healthcare. In the second quarter of 2024, same-facility admissions increased 5.8% year over year, while same-facility equivalent admissions increased 5.2%. Same-facility emergency room visits increased by 5.5%. Same-facility ...