HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.73
Is HCA Healthcare, Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
HCA Healthcare, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.73 is 30% below its 5-year average of 1.05, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.73–1.21).
As of Tuesday, June 16, 2026. 14.12% below its 12-month average of 0.85.
HCA Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
HCA Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
HCA Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
HCA Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.73
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.85
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.97
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
1.05
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
1.15
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
1.21
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
1.23
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-14.12%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-24.94%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-30.25%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-36.62%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-39.64%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-40.47%
HCA Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA) | $88.05B | 0.73 | 0.85 | 0.97 | 1.05 |
| Elevance Health Inc. (ELV)vs › | $86.74B | 1.24 | 1.17 | 1.08 | 1.07 |
| Cigna Corporation (CI)vs › | $77.02B | 0.72 | 0.72 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Medtronic plc (MDT)vs › | $104.05B | 0.00 | 1.48 | 1.57 | 1.68 |
| Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (REGN)vs › | $62.78B | 3.39 | 3.67 | 4.14 | 3.76 |
| Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX)vs › | $113.82B | 2.46 | 2.41 | 3.31 | 3.62 |
| Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY)vs › | $114.38B | 1.14 | 1.15 | 1.19 | 1.27 |
| Cencora, Inc. (COR)vs › | $54.76B | 0.55 | 0.54 | 0.53 | 0.55 |
| Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH)vs › | $53.55B | 0.50 | 0.53 | 0.54 | 0.55 |
| Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX)vs › | $52.72B | 0.64 | 0.69 | 0.70 | 0.80 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.73
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
0.83
Includes inventory
HCA Healthcare, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Formula & Definition
Quick Ratio = (Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities
The quick ratio is a stricter liquidity measure that excludes inventory, showing the ability to meet short-term obligations with the most liquid assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
HCA Healthcare, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA stock is 0.73.
- Is HCA Healthcare, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- HCA Healthcare, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.73 is 30% below its 5-year average of 1.05, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.73–1.21).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA stock is 0.85.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA stock is 0.97.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA stock is 1.05.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA stock is 1.15.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA stock is 1.21.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA Healthcare, Inc. (HCA)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for HCA stock is 1.23.
HCA Healthcare, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.73 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.97 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.02 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.17 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.21 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.18 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.20 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.12 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.36 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.30 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.41 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.40 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.20 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.11 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.41 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.34 |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.42 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.43 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.51 |
| 2005-12-31 | 1.18 |
| 2004-12-31 | 1.29 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.36 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.17 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.98 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.96 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.96 |
| 1997-12-31 | 1.43 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.35 |
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About HCA Healthcare, Inc.
HCA Healthcare, Inc., operating through its subsidiaries, delivers a comprehensive array of healthcare services throughout the United States. The organization manages a network of general and acute care hospitals that provide a full spectrum of medical and surgical care, encompassing inpatient services, intensive care, cardiac treatment, diagnostic procedures, and emergency services. These hospitals additionally offer a broad range of outpatient care, such as ambulatory surgery, laboratory testing, radiology, respiratory therapy, cardiology, and physical therapy. Beyond its hospital infrastructure, HCA Healthcare operates numerous specialized outpatient facilities. These include standalone ambulatory surgery centers, dedicated emergency care facilities, urgent care clinics, walk-in clinics, advanced diagnostic and imaging centers, rehabilitation and physical therapy centers, radiation and oncology treatment facilities, physician practices, and various other healthcare sites. Furthermore, the company oversees psychiatric hospitals, which offer diverse therapeutic programs. These services cater to child, adolescent, and adult psychiatric care, alongside adolescent and adult alcohol and drug abuse treatment and counseling. As of December 31, 2021, HCA Healthcare's extensive portfolio included 182 hospitals, specifically 175 general and acute care hospitals, five psychiatric hospitals, and two rehabilitation hospitals. Its network also featured 125 freestanding surgery centers and 21 freestanding endoscopy centers, all distributed across 20 states and England. Founded in 1968 and formerly known as HCA Holdings, Inc., the company's corporate headquarters are situated in Nashville, Tennessee.
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Industry
- Medical - Care Facilities
- CEO
- Samuel N. Hazen