The company also continued its share repurchase program, buying back shares worth $57.8 million. Looking forward, Chemed's management anticipates a full-year earnings increase, driven by VITAS's continued performance, despite challenges faced by Roto-Rooter. Chemed's management remains optimistic about the future, projecting a rise in earnings per share for the full year. They plan to navigate challenges in the plumbing segment while capitalizing on the growth opportunities in the healthcare sector.