Bridge Realization Estimate
ML model predicts what fraction of the bridge is achievable (accuracy: 60%, n=5,839)
Expected realization: 81% of modeled bridge. Strengths: Revenue per Bed, Occupancy Rate. Risk-adjusted uplift: $11.3M (vs $13.9M modeled).
EBITDA Bridge — 7 RCM Levers
Each bar shows the annual EBITDA impact at full run-rate. Revenue levers increase top-line; cost levers reduce operating expense; cash acceleration releases working capital. Calibrated to published research bands (Denial 12%→5% = $8-15M on $400M NPR).
Lever Detail
Each value shows its data source. SELLER = seller data room, DEFAULT = model default, BENCHMARK = P75 peer benchmark.
| Lever | Current | Target | Revenue | Cost | EBITDA | WC | Ramp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost to Collect | 4.5% DEFAULT | 2.5% BENCHMARK | $0 | $5.3M | $5.3M | $0 | 12mo |
| Denial Rate Reduction | 12.0% DEFAULT | 6.5% BENCHMARK | $5.1M | $145K | $5.2M | $0 | 12mo |
| A/R Days Reduction | 52.00 DEFAULT | 38.00 BENCHMARK | $811K | $2.4M | $3.2M | $10.1M | 9mo |
| Clean Claim Rate | 88.0% DEFAULT | 96.0% BENCHMARK | $0 | $169K | $169K | $0 | 6mo |
| Net Collection Rate | 93.5% DEFAULT | 61.2% BENCHMARK | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 18mo |
| CDI / Case Mix Index | 135.0% DEFAULT | 142.0% BENCHMARK | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | 18mo |
Implementation Timing Curve
Linear ramp to full run-rate per lever. Month 0 = close date. Partners should expect 60-70% of total uplift realized by month 12.
| Lever | M0 | M3 | M6 | M9 | M12 | M18 | M24 | M36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost to Collect | $0 | $1.3M | $2.6M | $4.0M | $5.3M | $5.3M | $5.3M | $5.3M |
| Denial Rate Reduction | $0 | $1.3M | $2.6M | $3.9M | $5.2M | $5.2M | $5.2M | $5.2M |
| A/R Days Reduction | $0 | $1.1M | $2.1M | $3.2M | $3.2M | $3.2M | $3.2M | $3.2M |
| Clean Claim Rate | $0 | $85K | $169K | $169K | $169K | $169K | $169K | $169K |
| Cumulative | $0 | $3.8M | $7.6M | $11.3M | $13.9M | $13.9M | $13.9M | $13.9M |
Returns Sensitivity (IRR / MOIC)
5-year hold, 5.5x leverage, 3% organic growth, 10%/yr debt paydown. Green = exceeds 20% IRR hurdle. Amber = 15-20%. Red = below hurdle or loss. RCM uplift of $13.9M is added at exit.
| Entry \ Exit | 9.0x | 10.0x | 11.0x | 11.5x | 12.0x |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0x | 52% / 8.2x | 57% / 9.5x | 61% / 10.7x | 63% / 11.4x | 64% / 12.0x |
| 9.0x | 47% / 6.9x | 52% / 8.1x | 56% / 9.2x | 58% / 9.8x | 59% / 10.3x |
| 10.0x | 43% / 5.9x | 47% / 6.9x | 51% / 8.0x | 53% / 8.4x | 55% / 9.0x |
| 11.0x | 38% / 5.1x | 43% / 6.0x | 47% / 6.9x | 49% / 7.4x | 51% / 7.8x |
| 12.0x | 34% / 4.4x | 39% / 5.2x | 43% / 6.1x | 45% / 6.5x | 47% / 6.9x |
Covenant Headroom (at 10x Entry, 6.5x Max Leverage)
Pro forma EBITDA can decline 7% before the 6.5x covenant trips. RCM uplift reduces leverage from 8.5x to 6.0x, adding 2.4 turns of cushion.
5-Year Value Creation Waterfall
EBITDA trajectory: 3% organic growth + RCM uplift ramp (full run-rate at month 18).
| Base EBITDA | RCM Uplift | Total | Margin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry | $34.2M | — | $34.2M | 13.0% |
| Year 1 | $35.3M | +$9.3M | $44.5M | 16.8% |
| Year 2 | $36.3M | +$13.9M | $50.2M | 19.0% |
| Year 3 | $37.4M | +$13.9M | $51.3M | 19.4% |
| Year 4 | $38.5M | +$13.9M | $52.4M | 19.8% |
| Year 5 | $39.7M | +$13.9M | $53.6M | 20.3% |
Achievement Sensitivity
What if we only achieve a fraction of each lever? 50% = conservative, 75% = base management case, 100% = plan, 120% = stretch.
| Lever | 50% | 75% | 100% | 120% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost to Collect | $2.6M | $4.0M | $5.3M | $6.3M |
| Denial Rate Reductio | $2.6M | $3.9M | $5.2M | $6.3M |
| A/R Days Reduction | $1.6M | $2.4M | $3.2M | $3.9M |
| Clean Claim Rate | $85K | $127K | $169K | $203K |
| Total | $7.0M | $10.4M | $13.9M | $16.7M |
Peer Context — Where This Hospital Sits
Key metrics vs 72 size-matched peers. Low percentile on margin/efficiency metrics = more room for improvement = larger bridge opportunity.
| Metric | Hospital | P25 | P50 | P75 | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Op Margin | 13.0% | -18.4% | -8.1% | 1.7% | P93 |
| Net-to-Gross | 50.4% | 29.0% | 41.6% | 61.1% | P62 |
| Occupancy | 59.7% | 27.9% | 41.9% | 68.0% | P65 |
| Rev/Bed | $10.6M | $768K | $2.1M | $3.3M | P97 |
| Exp/Bed | $9.2M | $890K | $2.1M | $3.2M | P96 |
Bridge Methodology
Coefficients calibrated to published research bands: denial 12%→5% = $8-15M on $400M NPR. Current metrics estimated from HCRIS public data and ML predictions. Target metrics set at P75 peer benchmarks with 60% gap closure assumption. Revenue levers use NPR × delta × avoidable share. Cost levers use claims volume × cost per reworked claim. Working capital from AR reduction is one-time cash (not included in recurring EBITDA). Returns assume 5.5x leverage, 3% organic growth, 10%/yr debt paydown.