Company opens nine new outpatient imaging centers, expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective care
RALEIGH, N.C., Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumexa Imaging (NASDAQ:LMRI), one of the nation's largest providers of outpatient imaging services, set a company record by opening nine de novo centers in 2025. The two newest centers, located in Anderson, South Carolina and Cotswold, North Carolina, opened in December. With these new locations Lumexa Imaging now operates more than 185 centers across 13 states. The prior 2025 openings took place across New York, South Carolina and Texas.
"Our consistent success executing on our de novo strategy, including a record year in 2025, is a testament to our team's commitment and the value we deliver to patients and stockholders alike," said Caitlin Zulla, CEO of Lumexa Imaging. "Improving the lives of our patients is what drives us to strategically expand access to high-quality imaging through elevated, compassionate care. In 2026, we aspire to continue advancing healthcare across the country through opening more de novos both independently and with our joint venture partners."
With an aging population and an increase in both chronic and complex conditions, freestanding outpatient imaging centers like those operated by Lumexa Imaging play a critical role in providing accessible high-quality care. With extended hours and easily accessible retail locations in some of the fastest growing metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) of the country, Lumexa Imaging's centers make it easy for patients to complete imaging exams, including MRIs, CTs, and PET/CTs, that help diagnose disease and guide appropriate treatment – typically at a lower cost compared to hospital-based alternatives.
"Lumexa Imaging's de novo growth strategy is focused on high-growth MSAs" said Lumexa Imaging Chief Growth Officer Chris Core. "Through this targeted strategy, Lumexa Imaging has built the second largest footprint of outpatient imaging centers in the nation, and we intend to continue that momentum in 2026 as we deliver continued growth for all of our stakeholders."
About Lumexa Imaging
Lumexa Imaging (NASDAQ:LMRI) is a nationwide provider of outpatient medical imaging. With over 5,000 team members and more than 185 outpatient imaging centers across 13 states, our team conducted approximately 4 million outpatient scans in 2024. We are a partner of choice for health systems and radiologists, delivering best-in-class clinical excellence, operations, and state-of-the-art technology across our platform.
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