El Paso Children's Hospital

What El Paso Children's Hospital does

El Paso Children's Hospital (EPCH) is a private, not-for-profit, separately licensed pediatric hospital founded in 2012, operating as the only standalone children's hospital in El Paso, Texas. It provides comprehensive pediatric care across more than 30 medical specialties and subspecialties, anchored by a 148-bed main hospital at 4845 Alameda Avenue and supported by four additional sites: a Multispecialty Center at 5400 Alameda Avenue, the Multidisciplinary Clinics, two non-emergent urgent care locations (Eastlake and Zaragoza), and Rehabilitative Services / Empower Program on Lee Trevino Drive. The hospital serves families across West Texas, Southern New Mexico, and the broader Paso del Norte region, an area with approximately 2.7 million residents including cross-border patients from Ciudad Juarez. Reported FY2024-2025 operational scale includes 73.4 average daily census, 4,219 inpatient admissions, 93,228 outpatient visits, 27,917 emergency department visits, and 4,629 surgery cases.

The core clinical infrastructure comprises a Laura and Pat Gordon Family Advanced Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, a 24/7 Emergency Department with 10 patient rooms, and a Southwest University Blood and Cancer Center. Specialized multidisciplinary programs include the Cranial & Facial Clinic (the only team in the region nationally recognized by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association), the C.A.R.E.S. Clinic for child abuse assessment, the Spina Bifida Clinic, the Brachial Plexus Clinic, and an Epilepsy Monitoring & Intermediate Care Unit. Diagnostic capabilities include ACR-accredited radiology, CAP-accredited laboratory and pathology services, and pediatric cardiac imaging (echocardiography, EKG, event monitoring, Holter monitoring). The hospital is staffed via a strategic partnership with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, which provides board-certified pediatric specialists across surgery, cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, plastic surgery, and audiology.

EPCH operates under a hybrid revenue model. Primary revenue is generated from inpatient admissions, outpatient specialty visits, emergency department services, and surgical procedures billed to insurance plans and patient co-pays/ deductibles, with a published chargemaster and machine-readable price transparency files. Secondary revenue comes from donations through the El Paso Children's Foundation, Children's Miracle Network partnership grants, and legacy giving. A financial assistance program based on income, household size, and residence supports a meaningful share of patients given El Paso's border-region payer mix. Reimbursement for physician professional services flows separately through Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso, and the hospital refers patients to two dedicated billing channels (hospital facility charges and physician services). Leadership comprises a President and CEO (Dr. Cindy Stout), a full C-suite (COO, CFO, CNO, CMO, CAO, CLO), and a Board of Directors chaired by Elsa Borrego. The hospital employs 251-500 staff and is governed independently with no parent company or outside equity ownership.

Name

El Paso Children's Hospital

Legal name

El Paso Children's Hospital

Website

https://elpasochildrens.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

El Paso Children's Hospital is a 148-bed, not-for-profit, separately licensed pediatric hospital in El Paso, Texas, serving the Paso del Norte region across 30+ specialties including a Level IV NICU, PICU, oncology, and craniofacial care. It is the only standalone children's hospital in its primary service area, with five physical locations and physician staffing via Texas Tech.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Hospital Services

NAICS

Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (622310), Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals (6223)

SIC

Services-Hospitals (8060), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)

akta.pro primary industry

Children’s Hospitals & Pediatric Health Systems (HLAFAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Pediatric Specialty Care Centers (e.g., cardiology, oncology, neurology) (HLAFAJAH), Pediatric Urgent Care Centers (HLAFADAF), Pediatric Rehabilitation & Developmental Therapy Centers (PT/OT/SLP) (HLAFAJAL)

Keywords

• Pediatric specialty care
• Children's hospital services
• Neonatal intensive care
• Pediatric surgical services
• Pediatric specialty clinics

Headquarters

HQ city

El Paso

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Hospital Services Revenue: Revenue generated from inpatient admissions, outpatient visits, emergency department visits, surgical procedures, and diagnostic services covered by insurance plans and patient payments
2. Donations and Foundation Contributions: Donations received through the El Paso Children's Foundation supporting equipment, support services, and hospital growth. Includes cash donations, Amazon Wish List contributions, and legacy gifts
3. Patient Billing and Co-pays: Revenue from patient co-pays, deductibles, and out-of-pocket payments for hospital services including room charges, clinic visits, tests, procedures, medications, supplies, and clinical services
4. Financial Assistance and Charity Care: Financial assistance programs for qualifying patients based on income, household size, and residence

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

El Paso Children's Hospital is a not-for-profit pediatric hospital providing comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, emergency, surgical, and specialty care for children from infancy through adolescence. The 148-bed facility operates a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), 24/7 Emergency Department, and 30+ pediatric specialty departments and clinics, serving families across West Texas and Southern New Mexico.

Product overview

El Paso Children's Hospital is a dedicated pediatric hospital offering a comprehensive portfolio of 35+ medical specialty services organized as distinct departments, clinics, and specialized units. The hospital operates its main facility at 4845 Alameda Avenue plus multiple outpatient locations including the Multispecialty Center, Urgent Care centers (Eastlake and Zaragoza), and Rehabilitative Services/Empower Program. Services range from primary pediatric care (General Surgery, Cardiology, Orthopedics) to highly specialized programs (Cranial & Facial Clinic nationally recognized by ACPA, Level IV NICU, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Blood and Cancer Center, Neurosciences program). The hospital provides both inpatient (148 beds) and extensive outpatient services including emergency care, with all locations licensed under El Paso Children's Hospital Corporation. Patient-facing digital services include a Patient Portal for health information access and online bill payment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• C.A.R.E.S. Clinic: Child Abuse Resources Education Services - assessment center for suspected child abuse or neglect providing comprehensive medical and psychosocial services
• Cranial and Facial Clinic
• El Paso Children's Foundation
• Multispecialty Center
• Urgent Care Eastlake
• Urgent Care Zaragoza

Products and services

• Cardiology Pediatric cardiology department diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart and blood vessels in children, offering echocardiography, event monitoring, Holter monitoring, and cardiac care.
• Cranial & Facial Clinic First and only comprehensive pediatric cranial and facial program in the region, nationally recognized by the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, providing multidisciplinary team care for facial, jaw, and skull abnormalities.
• Neurosciences Comprehensive neurosciences department including pediatric neurosurgery, neurology, neuro-interventional radiology, neuropathology, neuroradiology, and neuro-critical care for children.
• General Surgery Pediatric general surgery department performing appendectomies, hernia repairs, cholecystectomies, and trauma surgeries for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Orthopedics Pediatric orthopedic services treating bone, joint, and musculoskeletal conditions in children.
• Allergy and Immunology Pediatric allergy and immunology department diagnosing and treating allergies, immune system conditions, and asthma using a multidisciplinary approach with services including allergy testing, immunotherapy, and immune system evaluations.
• Emergency Department 24/7 pediatric emergency department with 10 private patient rooms including resuscitation room, 2 isolation rooms, and 3 fast track beds, with attending and resident coverage.
• Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Laura and Pat Gordon Family Advanced Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit providing the highest level of care for premature and critically ill newborns.
• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Pediatric Intensive Care Unit providing critical care for seriously ill or injured children.
• Southwest University Blood and Cancer Center Pediatric blood and cancer treatment center providing oncology services for pediatric cancers.
• C.A.R.E.S. Clinic (Child Abuse Resources Education Services) Assessment center for suspected child abuse or neglect providing medical assessments, forensic medical evaluations, crisis intervention, and referrals in collaboration with CPS and law enforcement.
• Gastroenterology Pediatric gastroenterology services treating digestive system conditions in children.
• Cystic Fibrosis Care Multispecialty CF care team from pulmonology and gastroenterology working with respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and dietitians to treat pediatric cystic fibrosis.
• Dermatology Pediatric dermatology diagnosing and treating conditions affecting skin, hair, and nails including acne, eczema, birthmarks, and skin infections.
• Complex Pediatric Otolaryngology (ENT) Pediatric ear, nose, and throat specialty addressing developmental differences and conditions including airway reconstruction, cochlear implants, and tonsillectomies.
• Developmental and Rehabilitative Services Comprehensive rehabilitation services for pediatric conditions including occupational therapy, physical therapy, feeding therapy, and speech-language therapy.
• El Paso Children's Multispecialty Center Hospital-based outpatient clinic at 5400 Alameda Avenue providing multiple pediatric specialties in one location, with services billed as outpatient hospital services.
• Urgent Care (Eastlake and Zaragoza locations) Non-emergent urgent care services at two locations (Eastlake at 13647 Eastlake Boulevard and Zaragoza at 3260 N Zaragoza Rd) open 7 days a week with extended hours.
• Child Life Services Specialized support program providing emotional and developmental support to children and families, including preparation for procedures, therapeutic play, and family guidance.
• Laboratory and Pathology Services Clinical laboratory and pathology services for pediatric diagnostic testing.
• Pediatric Diagnostic Radiology & Cardiac Imaging Services Advanced diagnostic imaging services including radiology and cardiac imaging for pediatric patients, including echocardiography, EKG, event monitoring, and Holter monitoring.
• Brachial Plexus Clinic Multi-specialty pediatric brachial plexus program offering team-based diagnosis and care for birth injuries and peripheral nerve disorders, including physical therapy, surgery, and microsurgery.
• Spina Bifida Clinic Multispecialty clinic for spina bifida patients including neurosurgeon, urologist, orthopedic surgeon, physiotherapist, and orthosis specialist.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,629 surgery cases annually
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Children's Miracle Network HospitalscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEl Paso Children's Hospital is a designated Children's Miracle Network Hospital. Every donation made through CMN in El Paso stays in El Paso to support equipment, resources, and care at the hospital. The partnership provides a national fundraising channel while ensuring local funds support local children.
• Texas Tech University Health Sciences CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe hospital collaborates with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center for physician staffing and medical education. Many EPCH physicians are board-certified through Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso, including pediatric surgeons, cardiologists, pulmonologists, gastroenterologists, audiologists, and plastic surgeons.
• University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner university in the Paso del Norte region heavily invested in healthcare education and biomedical research. Part of the regional healthcare education ecosystem serving the border region.
• New Mexico State UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner university in the Paso del Norte region serving Southern New Mexico with healthcare education programs. Part of the regional healthcare education and workforce pipeline.
• El Paso Children's FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe foundation supports the hospital through donations for new equipment, support services, and expansion. Donors can give through cash donations, the Amazon Wish List for toys and supplies, and legacy gifts in wills.
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS) ProviderscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEl Paso Children's Hospital provides EMS professionals with information, education, and resources through its EMS Outreach program to help in providing pre-hospital pediatric patient care. The hospital recognizes the contributions of EMS in saving children's lives.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Texas Children's Hospital: Texas Children's in Houston is the largest pediatric hospital in the US and a CHA member; comparable in specialty depth and academic affiliations but operates at materially greater scale than El Paso Children's.
• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta: CHOA is a multi-site not-for-profit pediatric health system combining inpatient hospitals with urgent care and specialty centers — relevant for hub-and-spoke pediatric expansion benchmarking against El Paso Children's outpatient strategy.
• Children's Medical Center Dallas: Children's Health in Dallas is a major freestanding pediatric system in Texas; comparable in specialty breadth and academic partnerships but at a substantially larger scale than El Paso Children's.
• Phoenix Children's Hospital: Phoenix Children's is a freestanding, non-profit pediatric hospital serving a Sun Belt border-adjacent market with similar demographic mix, comparable specialty services, and academic affiliations — useful for regional pediatric benchmarking.

Regional players

• Arkansas Children's Hospital: Arkansas Children's is a not-for-profit freestanding pediatric hospital that also serves as a regional referral center for surrounding states — directly comparable in mid-size standalone children's hospital positioning and catchment geography.
• Children's of Alabama: Children's of Alabama is a not-for-profit freestanding pediatric tertiary hospital in Birmingham serving a multi-state catchment; a useful peer for capacity utilization and academic-affiliation benchmarking for mid-size children's hospitals.

Direct peers

• Driscoll Children's Hospital: Driscoll is a not-for-profit standalone children's hospital serving South Texas — directly comparable in mission, ownership structure, and regional pediatric specialty focus to El Paso Children's, with a similar bed-count scale and border-state service area.
• Dell Children's Medical Center: Dell Children's is a freestanding pediatric hospital in Austin that operates as the regional pediatric referral center for Central Texas, comparable in structure, specialty breadth, and academic-affiliation model to El Paso Children's.
• Cook Children's Medical Center: Cook Children's is a not-for-profit, independently licensed pediatric health system in Fort Worth that similarly combines a flagship hospital with multispecialty centers, urgent care, and rehabilitative services — closely mirroring El Paso Children's care-delivery model.
• Children's Hospital of San Antonio (Baptist): CHofSA is a freestanding children's hospital in Texas serving a similarly Hispanic-heavy catchment and operating as the regional pediatric referral center, making it a strong operational and demographic analog to El Paso Children's.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@elpasochildrenshospital
• Instagraminstagram.com/elpasochildrenshospital
• Xx.com/elpasochildrens

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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