Goodwill

6 Months Ended

Mar. 31, 2012

Goodwill [Abstract]

GOODWILL

6. GOODWILL

The following table presents the changes in the carrying amount of goodwill (in thousands):

	Acute Care			Health Choice		Total
Balance at September 30, 2011	$	802,894		$	5,757	$	808,651
Adjustments related to acquisitions		(460	)		—		(460	)
Balance at March 31, 2012	$	802,434		$	5,757	$	808,191