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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services Modifies Credit Facility</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/11/30/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-modifies-credit-facility/87742</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:53:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yesterday, Gentiva Health Services Inc. (GTIV) announced an amendment to its senior secured credit agreement in order to make the financial agreements more flexible for the fourth quarter of 2011. The amendment consists of alteration of the definition of consolidated EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization), whereby all expenses related to Gentiva’s cost realignment and the operating losses of all the branches that are scheduled to be closed or sold in the last quarter of 2011, will be added back during the calculation of consolidated EBITDA. Additionally, the company will now be allowed to maintain its consolidated leverage ratio at a maximum of $4.75:1 until the end of 2011, up from $4.50:1 allowed previously. Nonetheless, the interest rate applicable under the credit facility remains unaltered. However, Gentiva will ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services &#8211; Bear of the Day</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/09/14/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-bear-of-the-day/83143</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 2011 16:35:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have downgraded our recommendation on Gentiva Health Services (GTIV) to Underperform, prompted by poor operating performance coupled with weakening financial position. The company&#8217;s second-quarter earnings lagged the Zacks Consensus Estimate, on the back of high interest payments as well as increased expenses, resulting in a deteriorated cash position. However, the strong growth in Hospice segment, driven by the Odyssey acquisition, led to a huge surge in revenue, which was offset by the rising costs. The company needs to engage in effective cost control, while continuing its current acquisition strategy. Overall, the future outlook for Gentiva does not look very promising. Our six-month target price of $6.25 equates to 3.0x our earnings estimate for 2011. This price target implies an expected total negative return of 8.4% over that period. GENTIVA ]]></description>
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		<title>(AFAM) Company News for June 21, 2011 &#8211; Corporate Summary</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/21/afam-company-news-for-june-21-2011-corporate-summary/76924</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:28:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[•    Manufacturer and distributors of stainless steel and titanium products, Carpenter Technology (NYSE:CRS)  has concluded a merger agreement with Latrobe Specialty Metals as per which the former will acquire the latter in a deal worth around $558 million •    Shares of PNC Financial Services (NYSE:PNC) fell marginally, by 1.96% after the company announced it was acquiring the U.S. retail banking operations of the Royal Bank of Canada for $3.45 billion •    Chinese electric-motor manufacturer Harbin Electric (NASDAQ:HRBN) has entered into a definitive agreement as per which it will be acquired by a company owned by Chairman and Chief Executive Tianfu Yang for $744 million •    Share prices of Agrium Inc. (NYSE:AGU) jumped 4.05% to close at $82.98 after the company increased its outlook for second quarter earnings. Agrium said strong ]]></description>
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		<title>(AMED) Amedisys 2011 First Quarter Earnings Disappoint</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/05/03/amed-amedisys-2011-first-quarter-earnings-disappoint/72598</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2011 19:36:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amedisys (AMED), a home healthcare provider reported an EPS of 53 cents during the first quarter of 2011 compared to $1.29 in the year-ago period, down 58.3% year over year. However, after adjusting for certain one-time items, the EPS was 62 cents, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 4 cents and 51.9% lower than the year-ago quarter. Amedisys earns revenue through its home health and hospice agencies by providing a variety of services at homes. Revenues were $364.3 million, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $384 million and 11.8% lower than the year-ago quarter. In addition to the declining revenue, the fall in EPS was also resulted from increase in the weighted average number of diluted shares outstanding to approximately 28.9 million compared to 28.4 million in 2010. The fall in net ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services Seals Odyssey Deal</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/08/18/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-seals-odyssey-deal/48497</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Aug 2010 05:14:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Going ahead with its scheduled program, Gentiva Health Services Inc. (GTIV) completed the acquisition of Odyssey HealthCare Inc. (ODSY) on Tuesday for about $1.0 billion. This constituted an all cash transaction of about 370.4 million for Odyssey’s common stock at $27 per share. Gentiva reached a definitive agreement for the purchase in May 2010. In order to fund the acquisition, Gentiva vended off its 4-year senior notes worth $325 million in the 144A private placement market on August 12. The amount of the notes offering was increased from $305 million planned initially. These notes carried an issue price of $100.00 to mature on September 1, 2018. These non-callable notes are projected to have a spread of 928 basis points over U.S. Treasuries, bearing a fixed interest rate of 11.50% and yield ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services Acquires United Home Care Group</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/05/24/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-acquires-united-home-care-group/37592</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 21:17:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Expanding its presence in Louisiana, on Monday, Gentiva Health Services Inc. (GTIV) announced that it has completed the acquisition of the assets of United Home Care Group, a Medicare certified home health services business. Although existing cash reserves have been utilized to fund the acquisition, the other terms of the deal remain undisclosed. United Home has been operating in the state of Louisiana for 20 years, through six offices, covering about 25 administrative subdivisions in Louisiana (that corresponds to a county in other U.S. states). Including the existing parishes previously covered, Gentiva will now be able to provide home health services to approximately 85% of the state, thereby significantly broadening its customer base in Louisiana. Through the acquisition of United Home, Gentiva expects to introduce its strategy to bring its ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services &#8211; Analysts Now Expect 2010 Earnings Growth of 20.3%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/04/14/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-analysts-now-expect-2010-earnings-growth-of-20-3/33677</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:38:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gentiva Health Services, Inc. (GTIV) grew revenue in 2009 as it focused on its home health and hospice segments. The company is cheap, with a forward P/E of 11.3. Company Description Gentiva Health Services provides home health and hospice services in over 380 communities nationwide every year. The services include nursing care, physical, occupational and speech therapy, nutrition, hospice services, disease management and wound care. Gentiva Acquires Hospice Provider in Mississippi On Mar 8, Gentiva announced it had acquired Heart to Heart Hospice in Mississippi. Heart to Heart had net revenue of $4 million in 2009. The acquisition is not expected to have a material impact on Gentiva&#8217;s 2010 results however it continues Gentiva&#8217;s strategy to expand its hospice business. Gentiva first entered the Mississippi market in 2008 when it ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services Upgraded to Outperform</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/03/29/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-upgraded-to-outperform/31918</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Mar 2010 21:04:27 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Recently, we upgraded our recommendation on Gentiva Health Services Inc. (GTIV) to Outperform with a price target of $34. We upgrade the stock because of the strong financial results delivered in the fourth quarter of 2009 and the solid fundamentals of the company. Gentiva is a leading provider of home health services in most parts of the United States and a provider of hospice services in south-east United States. Gentiva provides a single source for skilled nursing; physical, occupational, speech and neurorehabilitation services; hospice services; social work; nutrition; disease management education; help with daily living activities; and other therapies and services. The company recently delivered impressive results for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2009. Gentiva earned 63 cents per share (excluding non-recurring transaction profits and special charges related to restructuring ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services &#8211; Bull of the Day</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/03/29/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-bull-of-the-day-2/31721</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Mar 2010 17:47:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gentiva Health Services Inc. (GTIV) reported a fourth-quarter (ended January 3, 2010) income (excluding special items) of $0.63 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 9 cents. Gentiva is a leading provider of home health and hospice services. It delivers innovative, high-quality care to patients across the United States. The company boasts of a diversified product portfolio. Gentiva serves patients in more than 300 locations across 39 states. The company has successfully grown through acquisitions. During the past few years, the company has completed multiple acquisitions which have expanded its reach further. Gentiva continues to look for profitable acquisitions. Consequently, we upgrade the stock to Outperform. Zacks Investment Research]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services Downgraded to Neutral</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/12/22/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-downgraded-to-neutral/23325</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:26:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are downgrading Gentiva Health Services Inc. (GTIV) to Neutral because of concerns related to the intense competition faced by the company’s products, the vulnerability of Gentiva to reimbursement risk and the inherent risks associated with the company’s growth-by-acquisition strategy. Gentiva, founded in 1999 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, provides home health services in the United States. It serves nearly 500,000 patients annually in more than 380 locations across 39 states. Gentiva provides various services to patients Incorporatedluding skilled nursing; physical, occupational, speech and neuro-rehabilitation therapy services; cardiac and pulmonary care; disease and pain management; respiratory services and home medical equipment (HME); infusion therapy and hospice services. Even though we are pleased with the company’s wide range of products and broad customer base, the highly competitive industry in which the ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services &#8211; Bull of the Day</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/22/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-bull-of-the-day/18494</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:56:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gentiva Health Services, Inc. (GTIV) has scheduled its third quarter earnings call for October 29th, one week from today. Gentiva reported a second-quarter net income of 59 cents per share which was much higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 45 cents. The company boasts of a diversified product portfolio. Its product offerings include home health, hospice, respiratory therapies and home medical equipment. Gentiva serves nearly 500,000 patients annually in more than 380 locations across 39 states. Gentiva has successfully grown primarily through acquisitions. During the past few years, the company has completed multiple acquisitions which have expanded its reach further. Gentiva continues to look for profitable acquisitions. We have an Outperform rating on the stock. Zacks Investment Research View original at: Zacks.com News Feed]]></description>
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		<title>(AFAM) Almost Family Inc. &#8211; Low PEG Ratio of 0.56</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/19/afam-almost-family-inc-low-peg-ratio-of-0-56/18087</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:50:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost Family, Inc. (AFAM) continues to quietly beat estimates and grow revenues. Third quarter estimates have risen in the last 30 days. Almost Family provides home health nursing, rehabilitation and personal care services. It has surprised on estimates 7 quarters in a row and has beat on average of 15.42% in the last four. On Aug 5, the company reported second quarter results which saw revenues rise 54% to $74.9 million from $48.7 million in the year ago period. The company surprised on the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 8.96% as earnings per share were 73 cents compared to the estimate of 67 cents. Almost Family reported 50 cents in the year ago period. The Visiting Nursing segment saw 65% growth compared to the second quarter of 2008, with 29% of ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services Acquires Rush Home Care</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/09/03/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-acquires-rush-home-care/14399</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:46:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yesterday, Gentiva Health Services Inc. (GTIV) announced the completion of its acquisition of Rush Home Care Inc., which operates as Magna Home Health. While the financial terms of the transaction were undisclosed, the company announced that it funded the deal with its existing cash reserves. The agreement to purchase Magna Home Health, a part of the Rush Health System, was signed by Gentiva in July this year. The addition of Magna&#8217;s locations in Meridian, Mississippi and Gilbertown, Alabama should enable Gentiva to expand its coverage in seven new certificate of need (CON) counties to participate in the delivery of home health services. We believe this deal will consolidate Gentiva’s position as the largest provider of comprehensive home healthcare services in the U.S. and enable them to serve a wider patient ]]></description>
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		<title>(LHCG) LHCG Group. &#8211; Aggressive Growth &#8211; Zacks Rank Buy</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/06/03/lhcg-lhcg-group-aggressive-growth-zacks-rank-buy/7796</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2009 22:52:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[LHC Group. (LHCG) has been growing its home-based services rapidly, leading to a 49% increase in revenues. The healthcare group has a spotless earnings history. Company Description LHC serves Medicare beneficiaries in the southern U.S. with post-acute healthcare services. In addition to home health care the company provides hospice services through facilities as well as long-term care hospital and rehab clinics. Another Great Quarter LHC released first-quarter results on May 6 that included a 49% increase in net revenue to $125 million, from $84 million last year. Revenues generated through home-based services lead the way with a 60% increase to $109 million, up from $68 million. Earnings per share beat estimates by a double-digit percentage once again. EPS was $0.62, 29% higher than the forecasted $0.48. Net income was also ]]></description>
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		<title>(AFAM) Almost Family Inc. &#8211; Value &#8211; Zacks Rank Buy</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/05/11/afam-almost-family-inc-value-zacks-rank-buy-2/6864</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 23:17:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost Family, Inc. (AFAM), the provider of home health and personal care, reported a terrific first quarter that saw revenue jump 77% year-over-year. The Visiting Nurse segment was on fire, as revenue soared 97% to $58.7 million. 41% of the revenue growth was organic, with the rest coming from acquired operations. The Personal Care segment also saw gains in the quarter with revenue increasing 14% to $9.2 million. AFAM surprised on estimates by 13.33%. Net income rose 124% to $5.6 million, or 68 cents, from $2.5 million or, 44 cents per share, in the first quarter of 2008. The weighted average shares outstanding for purposes of calculating EPS increased 45% from the year ago period. Analysts expected only 60 cents per share. Given the strong first quarter, estimates have already ]]></description>
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		<title>(AFAM) Almost Family Inc. &#8211; Value &#8211; Zacks Rank Buy</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/04/01/afam-almost-family-inc-value-zacks-rank-buy/4958</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:00:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost Family, Inc. (AFAM), the provider of home health and personal care, has been on a roll, surprising on estimates 4 consecutive quarters by an average of 24%. Analysts expect 5-year earnings growth of 25.5%. AFAM has a PEG ratio of just 0.30. Company Description Almost Family provides home health nursing, rehabilitation and personal care services in 11 states. The company has two segments: Visiting Nurse (VN) and Personal Care (PC). Visiting Nurse provides skilled nursing and physical, occupational and speech therapy. Personal Care includes custodial and personal care services. Fourth Quarter Revenue Jumped 84% On Mar 4, Almost Family reported fourth quarter results that easily beat Wall Street estimates by 12.73%, or 7 cents a share. Net income was $5.2 million, or 62 cents per share, compared to $2.1 ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health, Inc. &#8211; Aggressive Growth &#8211; Zacks Rank Buy</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/03/03/gtiv-gentiva-health-inc-aggressive-growth-zacks-rank-buy/3888</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:03:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gentiva Health Services, Inc. (GTIV) has continued its streak by announcing its third consecutive earnings surprise. Estimates are climbing and shares are trading at a great value. Company Description Gentiva Health Services, Inc. operates its health services business in the United States and provides specialty pharmaceutical services Incorporatedluding infusion therapy and distribution services, and home health care services. Company headquarters are in Melville, New York, it has about 6,500 employees, and carries a market cap of over $700 million. Beat the Street Again On Feb 18 Gentiva announced fourth-quarter results that included earnings per share of 44 cents. That number is up 42% over the 31 cents reported in the same quarter last year. Income was driven by a 20% boost in revenue and a 39% increase in operating contribution. ]]></description>
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		<title>(AMED) Amedisys &#8211; PEG is only 0.48</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/01/27/amed-amedisys-peg-is-only-048/2377</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:38:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amedisys Inc. (AMED) is finding big profits in the home health care arena as the company recently provided a bullish 2009 earnings outlook. In Oct 2008, the company surprised on third quarter estimates by 8.54%. AMED is cheap but also has a solid growth story. Its PEG is only 0.48. Company Description Amedisys provides home health care and hospice care in the United States and Puerto Rico. Bullish about 2008 Despite weakening economic conditions across numerous industries, on Nov 20, Amedisys reaffirmed its previous 2008 earnings per share guidance in the range of $3.20 to $3.25 per share. Revenue is still expected to be between $1.15 billion and $1.175 billion. In response to the reaffirming, covering analysts raised estimates to $3.23 from $3.21 in the last 60 days, or right ]]></description>
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		<title>(GTIV) Gentiva Health Services &#8211; EPS 24% above Wall Street&#8217;s consensus estimate</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/01/15/gtiv-gentiva-health-services-eps-24-above-wall-streets-consensus-estimate/2177</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:26:41 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Gentiva Health Services, Inc. (GTIV) estimates are holding strong headed into the companies upcoming earnings announcement. Company Description Gentiva Health Services, Inc. operates its health services business in the United States and provides specialty pharmaceutical services Incorporatedluding infusion therapy and distribution services, and home health care services. Company headquarters are in Melville, New York, it has about 6,500 employees, and carries a market cap of over $700 million. Beat the Street by 24% On Oct 30 Gentiva announced third-quarter results that included earnings per share of 42 cents. That number is up 40% over the 30 cents reported in the same quarter last year. Income was driven by a 17% boost in revenue and a 26% increase in operating contribution. The EPS number of 42 cents was 24% above Wall ]]></description>
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		<title>(AFAM) Almost Family, Inc &#8211; Net services revenue was up 84%</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/12/17/afam-almost-family-inc-net-services-revenue-was-up-84/1740</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 17:51:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost Family, Inc. (AFAM) has been on a big rally since early summer, advancing along a longer-term trend line that is still very much in play. Analysts raised their earnings projections after the company reported strong quarterly results last month. Company Description Almost Family and its subsidiaries provide home and institutional healthcare services in the United States. The company has a market of $366 million. Third-Quarter Results Almost Family is operating in a segment of the market, healthcare services, that has performed well in a challenging environment. The company&#8217;s third-quarter results, reported in early November, showcased the company&#8217;s success. Net services revenue was up 84% to $58.7 million. Income jumped to $4.7 million, up from $1.9 million last year. This produced earnings of 56 cents per share, safely ahead of ]]></description>
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		<title>(CHE) Chemed Corp &#8211; largest provider of end-of-life hospice care services</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/11/28/che-chemed-corp-largest-provider-of-end-of-life-hospice-care-services/1509</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:40:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chemed Corp. (CHE) is growing through its hospice care services and acquiring franchises across the country. The company is also repurchasing its stock and just reported solid quarterly earnings. Company Description Chemed Corporation is the nation&#8217;s largest provider of end-of-life hospice care services through its VITAS Healthcare Corporation subsidiary. Chemed also maintains a presence in the residential and commercial repair-and-maintenance industry through two subsidiaries. Roto-Rooter is North America&#8217;s largest provider of plumbing and drain cleaning services. Service America Network Inc. provides major-appliance and heating/air-conditioning repair, maintenance, and replacement services. Another Earning Surprise On Oct 21 Chemed reported impressive third-quarter results that included earnings per share of 79 cents. Earnings came in 3 cents over the consensus for the second consecutive surprise and the third in the past 4 quarters. Revenue ]]></description>
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		<title>(LHCG) LHC Group, Inc &#8211; analyst community is bullish on the company&#8217;s long-term prospects</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/11/19/lhcg-lhc-group-inc/1415</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:55:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[LHC Group, Inc. (LHCG) recently raised its 2008 full-year revenue and earnings guidance after reporting strong third-quarter results in late October. The analyst community is bullish on the company, and its share price continues to accelerate, recently hitting a new 52-week high. Company Description LHC Group, Inc, through its subsidiaries, provides post-acute, healthcare services primarily to Medicare beneficiaries in rural markets of the United States. The company provides both home and facility based services, and has a market cap of $598 million. Industry Trend The healthcare segment of the market has held up well in the choppy economy of the last 12 months, fueled by growing demand from an aging domestic population. This trend was on display when LHC Group reported strong third-quarter results on Oct 29. Third-Quarter Results Revenue ]]></description>
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		<title>(AFAM) Almost Family Inc &#8211; operates healthcare centers for adults who would normally be placed into a nursing home</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/11/13/afam-almost-family-inc-operates-healthcare-centers-for-adults-who-would-normally-be-placed-into-a-nursing-home/1357</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:33:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost Family Inc. (AFAM) has gone on to set a new 52-week high after a spectacular third-quarter earnings announcement. Company Description Almost Family operates healthcare centers for adults who would normally be placed into a nursing home. The facilities offer independence for seniors who require frequent medical and therapeutic care. Round-trip transportation is also available for any quest. Almost Family also offers home health care options for patients, typically recovering from an extended hospital visit. The segment offers everything from meal preparation and home upkeep to medical care and respite. The company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, has almost 5,000 employees, and a market cap of $329 million. A Healthy Quarter On Nov 5 Almost Family reported third quarter earnings per share of 57 cents. Earnings were up 68% year-over-year ]]></description>
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		<title>(AMED) &#8211; Amedisys &#8211; announced the completed acquisition of 6 home health and hospice agencies</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/17/amed-amedisys-announced-the-completed-acquisition-of-6-home-health-and-hospice-agencies-4/980</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:41:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amedisys, Inc. (AMED) continues to aggressively pursue acquisitions nation-wide. The company is coming off of a record quarter and earnings estimates are rising heading into its next earnings announcement on Oct 28.Company Description Amedisys provides home health care and hospice services. The home health segment includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy as well as care for chronic conditions and wound care by skilled nurses. The hospice segment operates through a team of nurses, physicians, patient care managers, and social workers, among others. The company operates more than 300 home health agencies, and approximately 30 hospice agencies, all Medicare-certified. Amedisys is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has over 14,000 employees, and a market cap of $1.3 billion. Coming Off of a Record Quarter On July 29 the company reports record net ]]></description>
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		<title>(AMED) &#8211; Amedisys &#8211; announced the completed acquisition of 6 home health and hospice agencies</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/15/amed-amedisys-announced-the-completed-acquisition-of-6-home-health-and-hospice-agencies-3/947</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:03:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amedisys, Inc. (AMED) continues to aggressively pursue acquisitions nation-wide. The company is coming off of a record quarter and earnings estimates are rising heading into its next earnings announcement on Oct 28.Company Description Amedisys provides home health care and hospice services. The home health segment includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy as well as care for chronic conditions and wound care by skilled nurses. The hospice segment operates through a team of nurses, physicians, patient care managers, and social workers, among others. The company operates more than 300 home health agencies, and approximately 30 hospice agencies, all Medicare-certified. Amedisys is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has over 14,000 employees, and a market cap of $1.3 billion. Coming Off of a Record Quarter On July 29 the company reports record net ]]></description>
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		<title>(AMED) &#8211; Amedisys &#8211; announced the completed acquisition of 6 home health and hospice agencies</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/09/amed-amedisys-announced-the-completed-acquisition-of-6-home-health-and-hospice-agencies-2/901</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:20:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amedisys, Inc. (AMED) continues to aggressively pursue acquisitions nation-wide. The company is coming off of a record quarter and earnings estimates are rising heading into its next earnings announcement on Oct 28.Company Description Amedisys provides home health care and hospice services. The home health segment includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy as well as care for chronic conditions and wound care by skilled nurses. The hospice segment operates through a team of nurses, physicians, patient care managers, and social workers, among others. The company operates more than 300 home health agencies, and approximately 30 hospice agencies, all Medicare-certified. Amedisys is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has over 14,000 employees, and a market cap of $1.3 billion. Coming Off of a Record Quarter On July 29 the company reports record net ]]></description>
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		<title>(AMED) &#8211; Amedisys &#8211; announced the completed acquisition of 6 home health and hospice agencies</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/10/08/amed-amedisys-announced-the-completed-acquisition-of-6-home-health-and-hospice-agencies/872</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:20:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Amedisys, Inc. (AMED) continues to aggressively pursue acquisitions nation-wide. The company is coming off of a record quarter and earnings estimates are rising heading into its next earnings announcement on Oct 28.Company Description Amedisys provides home health care and hospice services. The home health segment includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy as well as care for chronic conditions and wound care by skilled nurses. The hospice segment operates through a team of nurses, physicians, patient care managers, and social workers, among others. The company operates more than 300 home health agencies, and approximately 30 hospice agencies, all Medicare-certified. Amedisys is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has over 14,000 employees, and a market cap of $1.3 billion. Coming Off of a Record Quarter On July 29 the company reports record net ]]></description>
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		<title>(AFAM) &#8211; Almost Family &#8211; exceptional growth from its visiting nurse segment, which posted a 66% increase in revenue</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/09/04/afam-almost-family-exceptional-growth-from-its-visiting-nurse-segment-which-posted-a-66-increase-in-revenue-2/426</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost Family, Inc. (AFAM) continues to post strong results in this depressed economic environment. The company&#8217;s second-quarter results were far ahead of analyst expectations and its share price has been rallying in response to higher earnings estimates. Almost Family, Inc. provides home health care services in various states throughout the United States. The company operates in two segments, visiting nurse and personal care. The company was founded in 1985, has a market cap. of $206 million and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.A Great Quarter Almost Family&#8217;s share price has been on an intense rally for the last two months, and after the company reported record setting second-quarter results on August 6, it was obvious why. Net services revenue increased 50% from last year to $48.7 million. Net income surged to ]]></description>
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		<title>(AFAM) &#8211; Almost Family &#8211; exceptional growth from its visiting nurse segment, which posted a 66% increase in revenue</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/08/21/afam-almost-family-exceptional-growth-from-its-visiting-nurse-segment-which-posted-a-66-increase-in-revenue/347</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:20:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Shawn</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost Family, Inc. (AFAM) continues to post strong results in this depressed economic environment. The company&#8217;s second-quarter results were far ahead of analyst expectations and its share price has been rallying in response to higher earnings estimates. Almost Family, Inc. provides home health care services in various states throughout the United States. The company operates in two segments, visiting nurse and personal care. The company was founded in 1985, has a market cap. of $206 million and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.A Great Quarter Almost Family&#8217;s share price has been on an intense rally for the last two months, and after the company reported record setting second-quarter results on August 6, it was obvious why. Net services revenue increased 50% from last year to $48.7 million. Net income surged to ]]></description>
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