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Amedisys

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Amedisys, Inc., a leading provider of home health care and hospice services, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1982, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, focusing on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Amedisys offers a range of services, including skilled nursing, physical therapy, and hospice care, distinguished by its commitment to personalised treatment plans and innovative care solutions. With a reputation for excellence, Amedisys has achieved significant milestones, including recognition as one of the top home health care providers in the nation. The company’s dedication to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of life positions it as a trusted leader in the home health industry, making it a preferred choice for families seeking compassionate care.

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

19

Industry Benchmark

Amedisys's score of 31 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Amedisys's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Amedisys, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 49,980,400 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 12,517,600 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 7,090,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 30,372,800 kg CO2e. The combined total of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions stands at about 19,607,600 kg CO2e. Amedisys's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Amedisys, Inc., which is part of a corporate family relationship with UnitedHealth Group Incorporated. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Amedisys, indicating a potential area for future commitment in climate action. The company’s emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions, particularly in the healthcare sector, where operational efficiency and sustainability are increasingly critical.

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2021
Scope 1
12,517,600
Scope 2
7,090,000
Scope 3
30,372,800

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Amedisys's primary industry is Health and social work services (85), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Amedisys is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Amedisys is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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