The JPS Health Network’s expansion plan, which was approved by voters in 2018, is currently underway. The plan, which has grown from an initial estimate of $1.2 billion to $2.5 billion, includes several projects, such as a new hospital, a medical outpatient building, and a central utility plant.

Projects and Costs

The most expensive project in the plan is the new hospital, which is estimated to cost $1.5 billion. The hospital will have a capacity of 740 beds, with the possibility of expanding to 800 beds in the future. Other projects include the Medical Outpatient Building, which is expected to cost $360 million, and the Central Utility Plant, which is expected to cost $330 million.

The expansion plan also includes the construction of a new parking garage, which was completed earlier this year, and a temporary parking lot, which was built in 2023 and cost $13 million. The Las Vegas Trail Health Center, which provides primary care, women’s health care, and mental health services, was also opened last summer.

Changes to the Plan

Over the years, the expansion plan has undergone several changes. The original plan included four new medical homes, but this number was reduced to one, which is the Medical Home Southwest Tarrant. The plan also included a new Health Center for Women, which is expected to open in December.

According to JPS Senior Vice President Shannon Fletcher, the changes to the plan were made in response to the evolving needs of the community. The plan has also been affected by economic factors, such as inflation, which has led to an increase in construction costs.

Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.