Fitch Affirms Rush University Medical Center Obligated Group’s (IL) Bonds at ‘A+’; Positive Outlook

CHICAGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Fitch Ratings has affirmed the ‘A+’ rating on approximately $474 million of bonds issued by the Illinois Finance Authority on behalf of the Rush University Medical Center Obligated Group (Rush). The Rating Outlook is Positive. SECURITY Bond payments are secured by a pledge of the gross revenues of the obligated group. KEY RATING DRIVERS STRONG COVERAGE: The Positive Outlook reflects Rush’s solid operating profitability and moderate debt burden which combine to produce