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Genesis Health Ventures Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2002 Results.


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KENNETT SQUARE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 31, 2002

Genesis Health Ventures, Inc. (OTCBB OTCBB

See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB).
:GHVE) today announced operating results for the quarter ended December 31, 2001.

As previously announced, the Company emerged from bankruptcy bankruptcy, in law, settlement of the liabilities of a person or organization wholly or partially unable to meet financial obligations. The purposes are to distribute, through a court-appointed receiver, the bankrupt's assets equitably among creditors and, in most  on October 2, 2001 and adopted the provisions of fresh-start reporting effective September 30, 2001.

Under the provisions of fresh-start reporting the terms of the Company's reorganization plan A scheme authorized by federal law and promulgated by the president whereby he or she alters the structure of federal agencies to promote government efficiency and economy through a transfer, consolidation, coordination, authorization, or abolition of functions.  were implemented, assets and liabilities were adjusted to their estimated fair values and a new entity was deemed created for financial reporting purposes.

As a consequence, the financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2001 are generally not comparable to the financial results for the same period in the prior year.

Financial results in the attached financial highlights and consolidated statement of operations See Income statement.  labeled "Predecessor Company" refer to periods prior to the adoption of fresh-start reporting, while those labeled "Successor Company" refer to periods following the Company's reorganization.

For the quarter ended December 31, 2001, revenues were $669.5 million and net income attributed to common shareholders was $15.6 million ($0.37 per diluted di·lute  
tr.v. di·lut·ed, di·lut·ing, di·lutes
1. To make thinner or less concentrated by adding a liquid such as water.

2. To lessen the force, strength, purity, or brilliance of, especially by admixture.
 share).

Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) is a non-GAAP metric that can be used to evaluate a company's profitability.
:EBITDA = Operating Revenue – Operating Expenses + Other Revenue
 (EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization) A metric used to show a company's profitability, but not its cash flow. EBITDA became popular in the 1980s to show the potential profitability of leveraged buyouts, but has become ) for the quarter ended December 31, 2001 of $54.7 million included a $0.8 million ($0.01 per diluted share) non-cash expense Noun 1. non-cash expense - an expense (such as depreciation) that is not paid for in cash
disbursal, disbursement, expense - amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)
 related to the vesting Vesting

The process by which employees accrue non-forfeitable rights over employer contributions that are made to the employee's qualified retirement plan account.

Notes:
 of restricted employee stock grants.

"Our liquidity position at the end of the quarter consisted of approximately $60 million of cash and the full $150 million of available borrowings under our revolving credit Revolving Credit

A line of credit where the customer pays a commitment fee and is then allowed to use the funds when they are needed. It is usually used for operating purposes, fluctuating each month depending on the customers current cash flow needs.
 facility. We continue to focus our operational efforts on improving receivable collections, enhancing revenue quality mix, reducing nursing agency utilization and pharmacy pharmacy, art of compounding and dispensing drugs and medication. The term is also applied to an establishment used for such purposes. Until modern times medication was prepared and dispensed by the physician himself. In the 18th cent.  product acquisition cost. Additionally, we continue to evaluate certain under performing assets for closure or sale", commented Michael R. Walker, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

The effects of the reorganization had a dramatic impact on the Company's results of operations, including nearly $24.0 million of reduced interest and lease expenses, and $14.2 million of reduced debt restructuring Debt Restructuring

A method used by companies with outstanding debt obligations to alter the terms of the debt agreements in order to achieve some advantage.

Notes:
 and reorganization costs in the December 31, 2001 quarter compared to same period in the prior year.

The Company's reported income tax expense of $10.1 million in the current year quarter is largely a non-cash cost due to the availability of net operating loss carryforwards Net operating loss carryforwards

Application of losses to offset earnings in future years.
.

During the quarter, the Company exercised an option to purchase three previously leased eldercare eld·er·care
n.
Social and medical programs and facilities intended for the care and maintenance of the aged.
 centers for approximately $10 million and refinanced approximately $22 million of mortgage loans at more favorable fa·vor·a·ble  
adj.
1. Advantageous; helpful: favorable winds.

2. Encouraging; propitious: a favorable diagnosis.

3.
 rates of interest.

Genesis Health Ventures, provides eldercare in the eastern United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area.  through a network of Genesis ElderCare skilled nursing and assisted living as·sist·ed living
n.
A living arrangement in which people with special needs, especially older people with disabilities, reside in a facility that provides help with everyday tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication.
 centers plus long-term care long-term care (LTC),
n the provision of medical, social, and personal care services on a recurring or continuing basis to persons with chronic physical or mental disorders.
 support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services  nationwide including pharmacy, medical equipment and supplies, rehabilitation rehabilitation: see physical therapy. , group purchasing, hospitality, consulting and facility management.

Statements made in this release, and in our other public filings and releases, which are not historical facts contain "forward-looking" statements (as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and  of 1995) that involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change at any time.

These forward-looking statements forward-looking statement

A projected financial statement based on management expectations. A forward-looking statement involves risks with regard to the accuracy of assumptions underlying the projections.
 may include, but are not limited to statements containing words such as "anticipate," "believe," "plan," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may" and similar expressions.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to, the following: changes in the reimbursement Reimbursement

Payment made to someone for out-of-pocket expenses has incurred.
 rates or methods of payment from Medicare Medicare, national health insurance program in the United States for persons aged 65 and over and the disabled. It was established in 1965 with passage of the Social Security Amendments and is now run by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.  or Medicaid, or the implementation of other measures to reduce reimbursement for our services; changes in pharmacy legislation and payment formulas; the expiration EXPIRATION. Cessation; end. As, the expiration of, a lease, of a contract, or statute.
     2. In general, the expiration of a contract puts an end to all the engagements of the parties, except to those which arise from the non- fulfillment of obligations created
 of enactments providing for additional government funding; efforts of third party payors to control costs; the impact of federal and state regulations; changes in payor mix and payment methodologies; further consolidation of managed care organizations and other third party payors; competition in our business; litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute.

When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation.
 regarding our NeighborCare pharmacy operations' provision of service to HCR Manor Care Manor Care, Inc., through its operating group HCR Manor Care, is a major provider in the United States of both short-term post-acute and long-term care. As of 2007, it had more than 500 skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, assisted living facilities, outpatient ; an increase in insurance costs and potential liability for losses not covered not covered Health care adjective Referring to a procedure, test or other health service to which a policy holder or insurance beneficiary is not entitled under the terms of the policy or payment system–eg, Medicare. Cf Covered.  by, or in excess of, our insurance; competition for qualified staff in the healthcare industry; our ability to control operating costs operating costs nplgastos mpl operacionales , return to profitability and generate sufficient cash flow to meet operational and financial requirements; and an economic downturn Downturn

The transition point between a rising, expanding economy to a falling, contracting one.


downturn

A decline in security prices or economic activity following a period of rising or stable prices or activity.
 or changes in the laws affecting our business in those markets in which we operate.

The forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are, in some cases, beyond our control. We caution investors that any forward-looking statements made by us are not guarantees of future performance.

We disclaim dis·claim  
v. dis·claimed, dis·claim·ing, dis·claims

v.tr.
1. To deny or renounce any claim to or connection with; disown.

2. To deny the validity of; repudiate.

3.
 any obligation to update any such factors or to announce publicly the results of any revisions to any of the forward-looking statements to reflect future events or developments.


                     GENESIS HEALTH VENTURES, INC.
                         FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
                              (UNAUDITED)


Reconciliation of EBITDA     Successor Company    Predecessor Company
(dollars in                  Three Months Ended   Three Months Ended
 thousands)                  December 31, 2001    December 31, 2000
                             ------------------   -------------------

Income (loss) before equity
 in net earnings of
 unconsolidated affiliates
 and minority interest        $    15,771              $   (22,906)

Add back:
 Income taxes                      10,083                        -
 Debt restructuring and
  reorganization costs                  -                   14,209
 Interest expense                  13,059                   34,154
 Depreciation and
  amortization                     15,794                   26,926
 Gain on sale of
  eldercare center                      -                   (1,770)
                              -----------              -----------
EBITDA                        $    54,707              $    50,613
                              -----------              -----------


Summary Segment
 Information                 Successor Company    Predecessor Company
(dollars                     Three Months Ended   Three Months Ended
 in thousands)               December 31, 2001    December 31, 2000
                             ------------------   -------------------

Inpatient Services (1) (2)
 Revenue                      $   354,010              $   333,699
 EBITDA $                     $    38,520              $    28,805
 EBITDA %                            10.9%                     8.6%

Pharmacy and medical
 supplies (2)
  Revenue (including
   intersegment revenue)      $   299,640              $   277,744
  EBITDA $                    $    26,254              $    23,206
  EBITDA %                            8.8%                     8.3%


(1) The December 31, 2000 period was restated to conform to the
current period presentation which considers direct overhead costs in
the calculation of inpatient services EBITDA. The summary segment
information for pharmacy and medical supplies has historically
included direct overhead costs.

(2) The summary segment information does not include an allocation of
indirect overhead costs, which are estimated to be between 1% - 2% of
net revenues.


                     GENESIS HEALTH VENTURES, INC.
                         FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
                              (UNAUDITED)



Selected Operating           Three Months Ended   Three Months Ended
 Statistics                  December 31, 2001    December 31, 2000
                             ------------------   -------------------

Occupancy                            90.8%                    90.9%

Patient Days:
 Private and other                447,690                  486,186
 Medicare                         281,646                  262,789
 Medicaid                       1,301,773                1,328,433
                              -----------              -----------
 Total Days                     2,031,109                2,077,408
                              -----------              -----------


Inpatient Revenue Mix:
 Private and other                     23%                      25%
 Medicare                              29%                      26%
 Medicaid                              48%                      49%

Inpatient Per Diems:
 Private and other            $    184.75              $    173.21
 Medicare                          339.74                   316.08
 Medicaid                          129.67                   121.98
                              -----------              -----------
 Total                        $    174.29              $    160.63
                              -----------              -----------

Nursing labor costs
 per patient day:
  Employed labor              $     61.88              $     58.12
  Agency labor                       9.19                     8.38
                              -----------              -----------
  Total                       $     71.07              $     66.50
                              -----------              -----------

Inpatient Beds (end of period):
 Skilled Nursing -
  Owned / Leased                   22,843
 Assisted Living -
  Owned / Leased                    1,559
                              -----------
 Total - Owned / Leased            24,402
                              -----------

 Skilled Nursing -
  Jointly-Owned / Managed           6,755
 Assisted Living -
  Jointly-Owned / Managed           1,764
                              -----------
 Total -
  Jointly-Owned / Managed           8,519
                              -----------

Pharmacy beds served              253,704                  254,188

Institutional pharmacy
 revenue per bed              $  1,032.96              $    956.58



                     GENESIS HEALTH VENTURES, INC.
                 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
      THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2001 AND DECEMBER 31, 2000
            (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE DATA)


                                 Successor            Predecessor
                                  Company               Company

                                  Unaudited            Unaudited
                                Three Months          Three Months
                                   Ended                 Ended
                                December 31,          December 31,
                                   2001                    2000
                             ------------------   -------------------

Net revenues:
 Inpatient services           $   354,010              $   333,699
 Pharmacy and medical
  supply services                 273,394                  255,574
 Other revenue                     42,090                   39,746
                              -----------              -----------
 Total net revenues               669,494                  629,019
                              -----------              -----------

Operating expenses:
  Salaries, wages and
   benefits                       293,464                  273,196
  Cost of sales                   162,646                  151,370
  Other operating expenses        151,842                  144,435
Gain on sale of
 eldercare center                       -                   (1,770)
Depreciation and
 amortization                      15,794                   26,926
Lease expense                       6,835                    9,405
Interest expense (contractual
 interest for the
 quarter ended
 December 31, 2000
 was $61,752)                      13,059                   34,154
                              -----------              -----------
Income (loss) before
 debt restructuring and
 reorganization costs,
 income taxes, equity in
 net earnings (loss) of
 unconsolidated affiliates
 and minority interest             25,854                   (8,697)
Debt restructuring and
 reorganization costs                   -                   14,209
                              -----------              -----------
Income (loss) before
 income taxes, equity
 in net earnings
 (loss) of unconsolidated
 affiliates and
 minority interest                 25,854                  (22,906)
Income taxes                       10,083                        -
                              -----------              -----------
Income (loss) before equity
 in net earnings (loss) of
 unconsolidated affiliates
 and minority interest             15,771                  (22,906)
Equity in net earnings
 (loss) of unconsolidated
 affiliates                           615                     (216)
Minority interest                    (157)                   1,811
                              -----------              -----------
Net income (loss)                  16,229                  (21,311)
Preferred stock dividends             630                   11,500
                              -----------              -----------
Net income (loss) attributed
 to common shareholders       $    15,599              $   (32,811)
                              -----------              -----------
Per Common Share Data:
 Basic
  Net income (loss)           $      0.38              $     (0.67)
  Weighted average shares      41,037,500               48,641,194

 Diluted
  Net income (loss)           $      0.37              $     (0.67)
  Weighted average shares      42,108,032               48,641,194

Note: The financial results for the three months ended December
31, 2001 are generally not comparable to the financial results for the
three months ended December 31, 2000 due to the adoption of
fresh-start reporting as of September 30, 2001.
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