Community Health Systems subsidiary merges with Diagnostic Clinic of Longview

Community Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE: CYH) announced today that a subsidiary of the Company has merged operations with Diagnostic Clinic of Longview, P.A., a large multi-specialty clinic serving residents of Longview, Texas, and surrounding East Texas communities. More than 100 physicians, 30 mid-level providers and 500 other employees of the practice provide quality care at 18 area locations. In accordance with Texas law, the physicians of Diagnostic Clinic of Longview are employed by a separate entity.

This transaction creates the foundation for a new integrated healthcare delivery system with Longview Regional Medical Center, which is owned by a separate subsidiary of Community Health Systems, Inc.

Commenting on today's announcement, Wayne T. Smith, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Community Health Systems, Inc., said, "As we continue to build strong networks across the communities that we serve, we reinforce our commitment to provide quality, accessible healthcare services and efficient, coordinated patient care. These networks support clinical excellence through collaboration among providers and enhance our operating strategies to help position our affiliates for long-term success and growth."