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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic&#8217;s Third Quarter Mixed &#8211; View Lowered</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/11/04/hgr-hanger-orthopedics-third-quarter-mixed-view-lowered/86151</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 18:40:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Orthotic and prosthetic (O&#38;P) company Hanger Orthopedic’s (HGR) third-quarter fiscal 2011 adjusted earnings of 46 cents a share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny and surpassed the year-ago adjusted earnings of 37 cents. The adjusted earnings exclude the costs associated with acquisitions and the relocation of the company’s corporate headquarters from Bethesda, Maryland, to Austin, Texas. Profit (as reported) more than doubled year over year to $15.4 million (or 45 cents a share), powered by a double-digit expansion in sales. The year ago quarter’s profit was hit by a hefty (roughly $8 million) relocation charge. Hanger recorded modest relocation expenses in the third quarter. Revenues &#38; Margins Net sales surged 13.8% year over year to $235.3 million, just missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $236 million. Revenue growth ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Adopts NextGen Healthcare Solutions</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/16/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-adopts-nextgen-healthcare-solutions/76599</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2011 21:57:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Leading orthotic and prosthetic (O&#38;P) company Hanger Orthopedic (HGR) has partnered with NextGen Healthcare, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Quality Systems’ (QSII). Under the collaboration, Hanger will implement NextGen’s Ambulatory electronic health record (“EHR”) and Practice Management solutions to automate clinical and operational workflows (such as medical records, billing and scheduling) across hundreds of patient care centers. NextGen’s integrated Ambulatory Practice Management and EHR products enable coordination of patient care with formalized clinical and administrative workflows in any health care facility. Moreover, the company’s in-patient products such as NextGen Financials and NextGen Clinicals have extended its services to community and rural hospitals. Hanger leads in the O&#38;P patient care services market, operating through more than 675 patient care centers across the U.S. The company is enjoying healthy demand for its services. ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Analyst Maintains Outperform on Shares</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/06/05/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-analyst-maintains-outperform-on-shares/74198</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2011 04:11:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We reaffirm our Outperform rating on orthotic and prosthetic (O&#38;P) company Hanger Orthopedic (HGR)  as we remain upbeat about its business prospects. Earnings for first-quarter fiscal 2011 matched the Zacks Consensus Estimate while profit skyrocketed 55% year over year owing to the combined impact of higher revenues and management’s cost containment initiatives. Healthy contributions from the company’s therapeutic solutions and distribution businesses coupled with the acquisition of rehabilitation technologies provider Accelerated Care Plus (“ACP”) fueled double-digit growth in the top line. However, sales missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Hanger’s patient care business was negatively impacted by inclement weather. The company raised its earnings forecast for fiscal 2011 while maintaining its sales expectation for the year. Moreover, it remains optimistic about the growth prospects in its patient care business for the ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group &#8211; Bull of the Day</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2011/03/25/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-group-bull-of-the-day/69649</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2011 16:13:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We upgrade our recommendation on Hanger Orthopedic Group (HGR) to Outperform based on our assessment of the company&#8217;s forecast-beating fourth-quarter fiscal 2010 results and increased visibility on its business prospects. Earnings for the quarter topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate. Healthy contributions from the company&#8217;s patient-care and distribution businesses as well as acquisitions fueled double-digit growth in the top line. Hanger is the leader in the orthotic and prosthetic (O&#38;P) patient care services market and is enjoying healthy demand for its services. The company&#8217;s economies of scale are unmatched by its competitors. Hanger continues to pursue acquisitions to expand its geographic presence and revenues. Moreover, the company is poised to achieve meaningful cost synergies from its corporate relocation. HANGER ORTHOPED (HGR): Free Stock Analysis Report Zacks Investment Research]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Quarterly Earnings Beats &#8211; Profit Slides</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/11/03/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-quarterly-earnings-beats-profit-slides/57042</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:29:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic (HGR) posted adjusted earnings per share of 37 cents for third quarter fiscal 2010, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 35 cents and exceeding the year-ago earnings of 30 cents. The adjusted earnings exclude costs (of $8 million) associated with the relocation of the company’s corporate headquarters and charges (of $0.6 million) related to the recently announced acquisition of Nevada-based rehabilitation technologies provider Accelerated Care Plus (&#8220;ACP&#8221;). Net income slid 28% year-over-year to $6.9 million (or 21 cents a share) largely on account of the hefty relocation costs. Revenues &#38; Margins Net sales rose 7.5% year-over-year to $206.7 million, modestly trailing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $207 million. Sales improved on the back of higher revenues from same-center at patient-care segment (up 4.1%), company’s distribution segments (up 10.5%) ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic &#8211; Bull of the Day</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/08/04/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-bull-of-the-day/46604</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:04:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We reiterate our Outperform recommendation on Hanger Orthopedic (HGR). Earnings for the last quarter beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by a penny. Top-line growth was fueled by healthy contributions from patient-care and distribution businesses and acquisitions. Hanger is the market leader in the orthotic and prosthetic (O&#38;P) patient care services market, operating through 678 patient care centers across the U.S. The company&#8217;s economies of scale are unmatched by its competitors. Hanger continues to pursue acquisitions to expand its geographic presence and revenues. While costs associated with relocation are expected to dilute earnings in the third quarter, the company is poised to achieve meaningful cost synergies from such initiatives in future reporting periods. Zacks Investment Research]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group Analyst Maintains Outperform</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 20:51:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We reiterate our ‘Outperform’ rating on Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. (HGR) with a target price of $21 based on a P/E of 16.4x our fiscal 2010 EPS estimate of $1.28. The company’s results for the first quarter fiscal 2010 were outstanding with growth witnessed across all parameters. Hanger reported first quarter fiscal 2010 earnings per share of 16 cents, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate and higher than the year-ago earnings of 14 cents. Net sales for the first quarter increased 5.4% year-over-year to $178.3 million. Growth can be primarily attributed to higher same-center sales at patient care centers, higher demand for the company’s distribution segment and acquisitions. Patient-care services and distribution segments contributed 87.5% and 12.2% to total sales, respectively. In terms of payor mix: Commercial and other, ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group Reports Earnings In Line With Expectations</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2010/04/29/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-group-reports-earnings-in-line-with-expectations/35453</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:15:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. (HGR) reported first quarter fiscal 2010 earnings per share of 16 cents, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate and higher than the year-ago earnings of 14 cents. Sales Net sales for the first quarter increased 5.4% year over year to $178.3 million. Growth can be primarily attributed to higher same-center sales at patient care centers, higher demand for the company’s distribution segment and acquisitions. Patient-care services and distribution segments contributed 87.5% and 12.2% to total sales, respectively. In terms of payor mix: Commercial and other, Medicare, Medicaid and VA contributed 59.4%, 28.3%, 6.8% and 5.5% to total revenues, respectively. Margins Hanger witnessed an expansion in margins in the first quarter. Gross margin increased 10 basis points (bps) year over year to 69.9%. Excluding the office ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group &#8211; Consensus Earnings Estimates Rise</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 30 Mar 2010 17:08:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. (HGR) saw revenue rise year over year in 2009 and projects further growth in 2010. Hanger is trading with a forward P/E of 14.7. Company Description Hanger Orthopedic Group operates 677 patient care centers specializing in orthotics and prosthetics as well as distribution centers in 45 states and the District of Columbia. The company also operates two other business units, Linkia, which provides network management for the orthotics and prosthetics industry, and Innovative Neurotronics, which provides independent research in neuromuscular technologies. Hanger Orthopedic Beat for the Third Straight Quarter On Feb 10, Hanger Orthopedic reported fourth quarter results which surprised on the Zacks Consensus by 2.8%. Earnings per share jumped 42.3% to 37 cents from 26 cents in the year ago period. The Zacks Consensus was ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group Beats Consensus Estimates</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:48:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. (HGR) reported fourth quarter and full fiscal 2009 results. For the fourth quarter, earnings per share were 37 cents, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 36 cents and the year-ago earnings of 26 cents. For fiscal 2009, earnings per share were $1.13, higher than the year-ago earnings of 86 cents. Quarterly results Net sales for the fourth quarter increased 10.6% year over year to $205.1 million. Growth can be primarily attributed to higher same-center sales of patient care centers, higher demand for the company’s distribution segment and acquisitions. Hanger witnessed an expansion in margins in the fourth quarter. Gross margin increased 60 basis points (bps) year over year to 71.0%. Operating margin increased 160 bps year over year to 13.4%. Fiscal year results Total revenues in ]]></description>
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		<description><![CDATA[The global medical devices industry is fairly large, with annual worldwide sales in excess of $200 billion. The U.S. accounts for approximately 41% of this market. The industry is divided into different categories such as Cardiology, Oncology, Neuro, Orthopedic, Aesthetic Devices, Healthcare IT, etc. We recommend companies providing life-sustaining products to investors in the medical devices space. These companies provide a strong recurring stream of revenues as patients are unable to forego these products due to their life-sustaining nature. Furthermore, investors should allocate funds to companies with high-earnings-quality profiles. Large companies with a wide portfolio of products are also better poised for improved returns. These companies have a greater capability of withstanding a downturn in the economy. Another area which is interestingly poised for growth these days is Healthcare IT. ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group Beats Earnings Consensus</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. (HGR) yesterday reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2009 after market close. Earnings per share were 30 cents, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 27 cents and the year-ago earnings of 23 cents. Sales Net sales for the quarter increased 7.6% year over year to $192.3 million. Growth can be primarily attributed to higher same-center sales of patient care centers, higher demand for the company’s distribution segment and acquisitions. Patient-care services contributed approximately 88% to total sales while the remaining came from the distribution segment. Margins Gross margin declined 70 basis points (bps) year over year to 69.4% in the reported quarter due to higher cost of raw materials. However, strong sales and the company’s expense management initiatives helped it to increase operating ]]></description>
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		<title>(MDRX) Medical Devices &#8211; Industry Outlook</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/16/mdrx-medical-devices-industry-outlook/17835</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:38:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The global medical devices industry is fairly large and is valued at roughly $223 billion, with the U.S. accounting for approximately 41%. The industry is divided into different categories such as Cardiology, Oncology, Neuro, Orthopedic, Aesthetic Devices and Healthcare IT. In the medical devices space, we recommend that investors focus on companies providing life-sustaining products. These companies provide a strong recurring stream of revenues as patients are unable to forego these products. Furthermore, investors should allocate funds to companies with high-earnings-quality profiles. Large companies with a wide portfolio of products are also better poised for good returns. These companies are capable of withstanding the current economic recession. Another area which is interestingly poised for growth these days is Healthcare IT. The landscape has changed since the Obama Administration passed a ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group on Acquisition Spree</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/10/12/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-group-on-acquisition-spree/17391</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:04:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. (HGR) recently made three acquisitions totaling $10.7 million in annual net revenues. These acquisitions are: Creative Orthotics &#38; Prosthetics, Inc.; Custom Orthopedics of Wyoming; and certain orthotics and prosthetics assets from the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. These acquisitions will enable Hanger to add patient care centers to its existing markets in New York, Wyoming and Pennsylvania. Hanger will fund these acquisitions from internally generated cash flows. It is estimated that the acquisitions will be accretive to Hanger’s earnings once the integration process is over. The acquisitions strengthen Hanger’s leadership position in the orthotic and prosthetic (O&#38;P) market and bolster its top-line. Hanger Orthopedic Group, based in Bethesda, MD, provides orthotic and prosthetic patient care services through its 671 patient care centers in the U.S. ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. Trade With a PEG of 0.90</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/08/27/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-group-inc-trade-with-a-peg-of-0-90/13581</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 19:46:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>vitalstocks</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. (HGR) is expected to grow earnings at 15% over the next five years. The company saw revenues rise 6.8% year over year in the second quarter in a tough economic environment. HGR doesn&#8217;t just have growth, it also has value. The company trades with a PEG ratio of 0.90. Company Description Hanger Orthopedic Group operates 671 patient care centers specializing in orthotics and prosthetics as well as distribution centers in 45 states and the District of Columbia. The company also operates two other business units, Linkia, which provides network management for the orthotics and prosthetics industry, and Innovative Neurotronics, which provides independent research in neuromuscular technologies. Revenues Jumped 6.8% Year Over Year On July 28, Hanger Orthopedic Group surprised on the second quarter Zacks Consensus Estimate ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. &#8211; 25% spike in net income</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/08/07/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-group-inc-25-spike-in-net-income/12123</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 21:09:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. (HGR) is seeing consistent year-over-year earnings growth and has just topped estimates on higher sales. Company Description Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. develops, acquires and operates orthotic and prosthetic patient-care centers. The centers design, fabricate, fit and supervise the use of external musculoskeletal support devices and artificial limbs. The company also manufactures devices and is the country&#8217;s largest distributor of orthotics and prosthetics components. Beats Expectations On Jul 28 the company reported second-quarter results that included sales of almost $194 million, up 7% on a year-over-year basis. This led to a 25% spike in net income which rose to $10 million. Earnings per share came in at 31 cents, beating the Zacks consensus estimate by 4 cents. The company earned just 25 cents in the same period ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) Hanger Orthopedic Group &#8211; announced 28% year-over-year earnings growth when it reported its third-quarter results</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2009/01/02/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-group-announced-28-year-over-year-earnings-growth-when-it-reported-its-third-quarter-results/1933</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:57:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group, Inc. (HGR) recently reported 28% earnings growth and forecasts continue the trend. Shares continue trade at attractive valuations. Company Description Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. develops, acquires and operates orthotic and prosthetic patient-care centers. The Orthotics &#38; Prosthetics centers are staffed by orthotists and prosthetists, who design, fabricate, fit and supervise the use of external musculoskeletal support devices and artificial limbs. The company also manufacture custom-made and prefabricated Orthotics &#38; Prosthetics devices and are the country&#8217;s largest distributor of Orthotics &#38; Prosthetics components and finished Orthotics &#38; Prosthetics patient-care products. Surprises Continue Despite Recession Hanger announced 28% year-over-year earnings growth when it reported its third-quarter results. Earnings per share were 23 cents, up from 19 cents on year ago. This was the company&#8217;s fourth consecutive EPS surprise, as ]]></description>
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		<title>(HGR) &#8211; Hanger Orthopedic Group &#8211; Net income jumped ahead 57.2% from last year</title>
		<link>http://www.stockbloghub.com/2008/08/20/hgr-hanger-orthopedic-group-net-income-jumped-ahead-572-from-last-year/340</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 15:20:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. (HGR) has been posting steady gains since its stock price bottomed out in late April. The company is fresh off the heels of a great second quarter, and analysts have been boosting their earnings estimates in anticipation of robust earnings.Hanger Orthopedic Group Inc. owns and operates orthotic and prosthetic patient-care centers in the United States. The company has a market cap. of $435 million and is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. A Great Quarter Shares of HGR have been on a nice rally over the last two weeks, assisted by the company&#8217;s excellent second-quarter results, reported on July 29. Sales were up 13% from the same period last year to $181.2 million. Net income jumped ahead 57.2% from last year to $8.0 million. This produced earnings of ]]></description>
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