FTC sues to block John Muir Health’s acquisition of Tenet hospital

The Federal Trade Commission and the California Attorney General’s office have launched a lawsuit to stop John Muir Health’s $142.5 million purchase of San Ramon Regional Medical Center from majority holder Tenet Healthcare. They allege that the acquisition would curtail competition, push up costs and dissuade hospitals from focusing on quality. John Muir is weighing up its options, which include challenging the court ruling.