Hackensack Meridian Health and Hunterdon Health Agree to Merge

Hackensack Meridian Health and Hunterdon Health Agree to Merge - Healthcare Law Update - November 2026
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Date Published: 11/1/2026

On October 20, 2026, Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) announced that it entered into a definitive agreement with Hunterdon Health (Hunterdon) to join the HMH network. Under the agreement, HMH has committed to invest $230 million in Hunterdon Health, including $200 million for capital projects intended to improve facilities, expand clinical programs, and increase access to care, and an additional $30 million to implement HMH’s Epic electronic health record system across Hunterdon, including its hospital, medical group, ambulatory sites, and participating independent physician practices. The agreement also provides for continued local governance, with Hunterdon retaining local board oversight for six years following closing, and Hunterdon’s existing leadership continuing to manage day-to-day operations. Hunterdon Medical Center will retain its medical staff leadership, while Hunterdon Medical Group will remain an employment option for physicians for at least five years.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Caroline J. Patterson, Vice Chair | 973.364.5233 | cpatterson@bracheichler.com
Jonathan J. Walzman | 973.403.3120 | jwalzman@bracheichler.com
Caroline Maglaras | 973.364.5270 | cmaglaras@bracheichler.com

*This is intended to provide general information, not legal advice. Please contact the authors if you need specific advice.
Caroline J. Patterson

Caroline J. Patterson

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Jonathan J. Walzman

Jonathan J. Walzman

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