News Summary
The South Carolina Department of Public Health has approved Novant Health’s application for a new $132 million hospital in Greenville, which will initially feature 20 beds. Located on Patewood Drive, the facility aims to address a critical shortage of healthcare resources in the area. The hospital is expected to start operations by early 2027 and will provide essential outpatient care and diagnostic imaging services to the community.
Greenville, South Carolina – The South Carolina Department of Public Health has approved Novant Health’s Certificate of Need application for a new hospital project, marking a significant step towards addressing the healthcare needs of the Greenville community. The approved plan involves the construction of a $132 million facility that will include 20 beds initially, with the potential for future expansion based on community demands.
The new hospital will be situated on Patewood Drive, conveniently located off Interstate 385, and is projected to be operational by early 2027, contingent upon successful permitting and completion of construction tasks. This facility will not only feature operating rooms but also offer diagnostic imaging services, aiming to provide essential outpatient care to the area.
Novant Health’s project addresses a critical shortage of healthcare resources in Greenville County, which currently faces a shortage of 111 hospital beds. This initiative aligns with Novant Health’s goal to establish a stronger presence in South Carolina and to enhance access to quality healthcare in this rapidly growing region. The planned hospital is expected to serve a broad patient population, including residents of Greenville and neighboring communities, ensuring that high-quality healthcare is available closer to home.
Ryan Lee has been appointed as the new president of Novant Health’s Greenville Area, bringing leadership experience from his previous role as president of a medical center in Hardeeville. His appointment is expected to facilitate smoother operations and community engagement as the project progresses.
In 2024, Novant Health made a significant investment by acquiring a 12-acre property for $17 million, laying the groundwork for this essential hospital project. As the second-largest hospital operator based in North Carolina, Novant Health operates a network of approximately 900 locations, including 19 hospitals, outpatient facilities, and urgent care centers. This expansion into the Upstate region reflects Novant Health’s commitment to meeting growing healthcare demands in South Carolina.
This new facility’s construction is part of a broader strategy by Novant Health, which has been actively investing in various locations across South Carolina since its significant acquisitions in 2024. The goal is to build and enhance healthcare infrastructure that caters to the evolving needs of communities experiencing rapid growth.
As healthcare facilities strive to keep pace with increasing population demands, the establishment of the new hospital by Novant Health is a pivotal development for Greenville County. Its timely approval by state health officials signifies an important step towards improving local healthcare capacity, ensuring that residents will have better access to necessary medical services in the coming years.
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- Greenville Business Magazine
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- Google Scholar: Novant Health Greenville
- Business North Carolina
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Healthcare
- WYFF 4
- Google News: Greenville South Carolina hospital news
