U.S. Physical Therapy reported strong first-quarter earnings, driven by increased patient volumes and effective cost management. The company's Operating Results per share increased, and Adjusted EBITDA saw significant growth. Management also revised upwards its 2021 earnings guidance.
Operating Results per share increased to $0.64, up from $0.30 in Q1 2020.
Adjusted EBITDA rose to $15.6 million, a $7.6 million increase from Q1 2020.
Average visits per clinic per day increased to 27.1, compared to 26.2 in the previous year.
The company acquired 70% equity interest in a five-clinic physical therapy practice.
Management expects Operating Results for 2021 to be in the range of $34.5 million to $35.8 million, or $2.68 to $2.78 per share.
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