Nicklaus Children’s Health System Earns Upgraded Bond Ratings, Reinforcing its Commitment to Pediatric Care Leadership in South Florida

Nicklaus Children’s Health System Receives Improved Ratings from Fitch and Standard & Poor’s

In recent news, Nicklaus Children’s Health System has received an upgraded AA- bond rating with a Stable outlook from Fitch Ratings and a reaffirmed A rating with an improved Positive outlook from Standard and Poor’s. This positive news reflects the organization’s commitment to advancing pediatric care leadership in the region, according to President and CEO Matthew A. Love.

The nonprofit health system is recognized for being the premier pediatric hospital in the region, as well as for its growing market share, expanding ambulatory footprint, and hospital affiliations. The health system consists of a 307-bed freestanding children’s hospital and a network of pediatric outpatient centers throughout South Florida.

Nicklaus Children’s Health System is the parent organization of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, South Florida’s only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children. Founded in 1950 by Variety Clubs International, the 307-bed nonprofit hospital is known for excellence in pediatric medicine, with many programs ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report. The health system also includes Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Foundation, a network of nonprofit outpatient and urgent care centers in several counties, a nonprofit physician practice subsidiary, and an ambulatory surgery center. NCHS is the only healthcare system in the region exclusively for children.

For more information on Nicklaus Children’s Health System and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital visit www.nicklauschildrens.org or contact Rachel Bixby at 305-898-9165.

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