DaVita Q2 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
DaVita Inc. reported a strong quarter with diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increasing by 63.0% year-over-year. The company saw progress in combating COVID-19 and accelerated investments in integrated kidney care capabilities, growing the number of patients under value-based care arrangements to approximately 10% of the U.S. dialysis patient census.
Consolidated revenues reached $2.917 billion.
Operating income amounted to $490 million.
Diluted earnings per share was $2.64.
Operating cash flow and free cash flow from continuing operations were $680 million and $503 million, respectively.
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Forward Guidance
DaVita provided its 2021 financial outlook, with adjusted operating income expected to be between $1.8 billion and $1.875 billion, adjusted diluted net income from continuing operations per share attributable to DaVita Inc. between $8.80 and $9.40, and free cash flow from continuing operations between $1 billion and $1.2 billion.
Positive Outlook
- Adjusted operating income is projected to be between $1,800 million and $1,875 million.
- Adjusted diluted net income from continuing operations per share is expected to range from $8.80 to $9.40.
- Free cash flow from continuing operations is anticipated to be between $1,000 million and $1,200 million.
- The company is focused on growing its integrated kidney care business.
- DaVita is actively managing its capital structure through stock repurchases.
Challenges Ahead
- The widespread impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to generate significant risk and uncertainty.
- Future results could vary materially from the guidance provided due to the pandemic.
- Guidance excludes certain items, including foreign currency fluctuations, which may be significant.
- There is continued downward pressure on average realized payment rates from commercial payor plans.
- Healthcare reform and changes in legislation or regulations could reduce coverage or reimbursement rates.
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