Acquisitions (Schedule Of Movement In Goodwill) (Details) $ in Thousands	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2023 USD ($)
Goodwill [Line Items]
Beginning balance	$ 581,295
Business combinations	3,682
Ending balance	584,977
VITAS [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Beginning balance	334,063
Ending balance	334,063
Roto-Rooter [Member]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Beginning balance	247,232
Business combinations	3,682
Ending balance	$ 250,914