Max Nisen & Gillian Tan, Columnists

Athenahealth Is Prime Deal Bait

Poor performance, a low price and a plethora of possible buyers are a good recipe for a takeover.
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Another week, another target unveiled by activist investor Elliott Management Corp.

This time, it's Athenahealth, one of the fastest-growing companies in health-care technology. Run by Jonathan Bush -- the outspoken cousin of President George W. Bush and brother of Billy Bush -- the $5 billion software company is one of the most compelling yet frustrating players in the sector.