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Therefore, in keeping with Hospital's commitment to serve all members of its community the following are offered:- charity care and/or subsidized care;- care provided to persons covered by governmental programs; and- health related activities and programs to support the community.All the above services are provided when a medical need exists (non-elective) regardless of an individual's ability to pay. The Hospital's policy of providing needed care to people regardless of their ability to pay constitutes the greater part of our commitment of service to our local community and surrounding region. Other activities include community education programs, special programs for the elderly, a program for obese children, the training of medical professionals, financial support of various community non-profit organizations for underserved individuals, and support for a variety of other community activities.In an effort to provide a continuum of care for patients from diagnosis through recovery, the Hospital has developed six clinical service lines (Centers of Excellence) which include our: Heart, Lung and Vascular Center, Women's Center, Morristown Regional Cancer Center, Surgery Center, Joint and Spine Center, and Emergency and Critical Care Center. The Heart, Lung and Vascular Center offers patient access to various specialists including: cardiologists, a pulmonologist and a vascular surgeon. The Center offers diagnostic services consisting of electrocardiograms, 4-D Ultrasound services, stress testing, echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms, heart catheterizations and angiography services. Specialized services include: emergent and non-emergent treatments with stent placement, cardio versions, pacemaker placement, and peripheral vascular services.Cardiac rehabilitation and pulmonary rehabilitation services are also provided to promote wellness and a healthy lifestyle. Patients are provided a customized three-phase rehabilitation program that begins the moment the patient is diagnosed or enters the hospital with a heart or lung condition. The Heart, Lung and Vascular Center also offers a Sleep Disorder Center to provide diagnostic testing and screening services for area patients who have health-threatening sleep disorders. The Center's staff works with teams of physicians including: a pulmonologist, neurologist, primary care doctors, and ENT specialists to provide diagnosis and treatment solutions for their patients. Additionally, the Sleep Disorder Center provides community programs such as smoking cessation classes and risk assessments for heart disease. The Women's Center provides services to both mother and baby in the same facility. The Center includes a labor and delivery unit with a Level III nursery, and a dedicated unit for gynecological and other female patients. Our Birthing Center is a secure unit that provides postpartum care, obstetrical services as well as childbirth, parenting and baby care education. A fetal monitoring system ensures that babies are being cared for even before they are born. Over 45,000 babies have been delivered at our current location. Gynecological and specialized care for women complete the services offered through this Center. The Morristown Regional Cancer Center offers services focused on the diagnosis, care and treatment of patients in a comfortable setting specially designed for cancer patients and their families. A multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other support staff work with patients and their families to create an individualized plan. In addition, related specialists include: medical oncologists, a radiation oncologist, radiologists, pathologists, general surgeons specialized in oncology, a pulmonologist and gastroenterologists to assist in the care and treatment of cancer patients. A weekly tumor conference is all held to enhance communication among providers and to develop optimal treatment plans. The Center offers the latest treatments including High Dose Radiation and Chemotherapy services.The Center for Surgical Services includes both inpatient and outpatient surgical services. The Center encompasses 25,300 square feet of space and is equipped with technology to support general surgery, orthopedic and spine surgery, ophthalmologic, gynecologic, endoscopic, cystoscopic and vascular surgery services for the community. The Joint &amp; Spine Center offers a full scope of care for orthopedic and spine patients. The Center offers patient education classes for both those who have made the decision to have surgery and those who have questions about surgery. The classes are offered at no charge to the public. The Center is designed for the specialized surgical and inpatient needs for patients who undergo orthopedic and/or spine surgery, and includes specially trained staff and facilities designed around the needs of these patients. Treatment and discharge plans are designed to enhance overall patient outcomes. The Emergency and Critical Care Center provides 24-hour care seven days a week to area patients for the treatment of injuries, illness, trauma, and various other conditions. Experienced physicians and nurses treat and respond to emergencies requiring immediate attention. The Center treats all types of general emergencies and maintains the only designated general pediatric emergency facility in the eight county region. A fast track area is available to care for patients in need of services for minor medical emergencies. Healthcare professionals with EPNC ("Emergency Nurse Pediatric Certification") and PALS ("Pediatric Advanced Life Support") also work in the Center. Additionally, aero medical services are available for those requiring advanced levels of care not otherwise available in our community. The Critical Care Unit and Intensive Care Unit include 20 inpatient beds with monitoring equipment and specially trained staff to care for patients in need of intensive care services. In addition to our Centers of Excellence, the Healthcare System also provides other needed services.The Radiology and Imaging Department features diagnostic imaging technologies which include general radiographic rooms, advanced 16-slice and 64-slice computerized tomography (CT) scanners, magnetic resonance imaging ("MRI") machines, ultrasound equipment, and a nuclear medicine camera. We also offer limited interventional radiology services. A Picture Archiving Computerized System (PACS) was added to transition the Hospital from film to electronic images to enhance the quality of care delivered by this clinical department. The Hospital has also updated its Breast Center to include digital mammography, an R-2 checker, ultrasound and breast MRI technologies. This area is staffed with a team of full time technologists and radiologists.The Center for Behavioral Health addresses the emotional, physical and spiritual needs of our senior population. 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        <BadDebtFootnote>Part III, Line 4: A cost-to-charge ratio was also used to determine bad debt cost. The total operating expense was divided by patient revenues to calculate an overall ratio that was then applied to the bad debt expense to arrive at cost.</BadDebtFootnote>
        <ShortfallAsCommunityBenefit>Part III, Line 8: Medicare allowable costs were reported using the hospital's filed Medicare Cost Report (C/R). The C/R uses a cost to charge ratio based on a step-down allocation methodology. In caring for the patient, there are several services that are considered non-allowable by CMS such as: transportation of a patient, comfort items to include a television or a telephone. Additional non-allowable costs include the recruitment of physicians, physician guarantees and a portion of the bad debt associated with the care of the patient.</ShortfallAsCommunityBenefit>
        <DebtCollectionPolicy>Part III, Line 9b: It is the policy of the hospital to pursue collection of patient balances from patients who have the ability to pay for these services. The Hospital's collection practices apply to all patients, charity care and non-charity care, consistently and fairly regardless of insurance status. Practices include no abusive phone calls. A patient account representative is assigned to each patient account. Self-pay accounts receive a discount at discharge. Additionally, any remaining balance in an account, after posting the remit amounts, automatically transfers to a self-pay classification. Self-pay accounts that have aged 61 days and have had no payment or account activity in 29 days are sent to in-house collections. Patient account representatives diligently work with patients and evaluate new information learned during the collection process to determine if collection activities should be ceased or if the patient qualifies for financial assistance. Self-pay accounts are written off to bad debt and sent to an outside collection agency, Tri-County Collections, an organization with substantial experience in collection of patient accounts, only after all established steps have been undertaken, without success.</DebtCollectionPolicy>
        <NeedsAssessment>Part VI, Line 2: The hospital currently does not formally assess the health care needs of the community it serves. However, any new physician positions created are approved by the board of directors and evaluated for the overall benefit provided to the community.</NeedsAssessment>
        <PatientEducationAssistance>Part VI, Line 3: To communicate the hospital's financial policy to the patient, the hospital's website has a "Patients and Visitors" menu where patients can go to view information about payment policies, accepted insurance, and the hospital financial assistance (charity care) program. The website gives two phone numbers that patients can use to contact a financial counselor to discuss their individual financial alternatives. The hospital's charity care policy and financial assistance contact information is posted in the admissions areas, emergency areas, and other areas of the hospital's facilities in which eligible patients may be present. All staff with patient contact are knowledgeable about the charity care policy (admitting and billing clerks, nursing and medical staffs, social workers, chaplains, patient advocates, etc.).</PatientEducationAssistance>
        <CommunityInformation>Part VI, Line 4: The hospital is located in Hamblen county. Hamblen County has a population of 61,412 and is in the Eastern portion of Tennessee. This is a rural county with the closest large city being Knoxville which is approximately 48 miles away. Hamblen County is part of the Appalachian region as defined by the Appalachian Regional Commission. 18.4% of individuals living in Hamblen County are below the poverty level. This is more than the state average of 15.7%. 75.4% of individuals living in Hamblen County have a high school education which is lower than the state average of 81.8%; 13.8% of individuals have a Bachelor's degree or higher which is lower than the state average of 22.2%.</CommunityInformation>
        <CommunityBuildingActivities>Part VI, Line 5: The hospital provides numerous education and outreach efforts to the community, ranging from health screenings and fairs to presentations to area groups. The various programs and services are provided complimentary or at a minimum charge. These are offered throughout the year based upon activities and services which Hospital believes will serve a bona fide community health need.Health Screenings and FairsHospital employees work diligently to achieve the Hospital's mission of supporting health education for the public. From providing displays and staff who can answer questions at local health fairs to underwriting the cost of complimentary community screenings, the organization reaches into the community in many ways to improve residents' understanding of the impact or lifestyle choices on health. Hospital annually provides a variety of complimentary and/or low-cost health screenings and fairs throughout its region. Hospital provides its services at the request of various schools, civic organizations, and other businesses within its area served. As an example of Hospital's commitment to health education, the following represent some, but not all, of the community health education and outreach activities provided during the year:- Medical services and equipment to participate in Remote Area Medical Volunteer Corps.- Health fairs provided to local schools, focusing on hand washing and nutrition.- Health fairs provided to area businesses within the community, offering screenings of cholesterol, body fat, blood pressure, and blood glucose.- Health clinics for Spanish-speaking individuals of the community.- Health fairs to promote the health and wellness of community senior citizens by screening blood cholesterol, body fat, blood pressure, and blood glucose targeted to Senior Connect, senior citizen centers, and local department stores.- Teacher wellness events at local schools including various screenings.- Industry fairs to promote occupational health issues.- Displays at various civic organizations, covering additional health topics such as dental health, rehabilitation, women's health, men's health, nutrition, children's health, and home safety.- Career fairs at local schools and colleges.- Flu vaccinations for area homeless shelter.- X-ray screenings of Halloween goodies for local children.- Quarterly educational seminars and education newsletter.- Safety related events focused on Christmas and Halloween safety as well as summer safety.Educational OutreachHospital has a long-standing commitment to community education in the healthcare area. This commitment is demonstrated through an active program of classes directed at the community-at-large and specialized classes directed at populations with special health needs. Hospital seeks to share health information and expand the community's awareness of available services and of the need for choosing healthy lifestyles. The Hospital's primary goal is to educate the community on health and wellness. Hospital personnel share their knowledge through guest lectures and presentations throughout the area served, including local schools (K-12 and collegiate level), civic organizations and the general public. Additionally, Hospital provides education to the community in the following ways:- Sponsors and promotes Buddy Check 11 program.- Offers educational and wellness opportunities to the members of the community through the Health Resource Center. The Center includes a library with books, videos, and other educational materials and is staffed with skilled individuals to help answer questions on health-related issues. - Provides literature to Spanish-speaking individuals of the community.- Provides literature to local area schools.- Sponsors public service advertisement for mammograms, including a one-month discount of 20% on mammography screening services when a mammogram appointment is made during the month of May, October, and November to promote breast health.- Maintains a "wall of fame" honoring individuals who have made contributions to disabled individuals.- Provides education on disabilities to assist individuals with such a life-changing event.- Provides free CPR programs to the community and reduced-cost programs to medical providers.- Sponsors diabetes class with nutritionist and staff nurse.In October 2002, Hospital launched the Buddy Check 11 program as an important step to educate the community regarding the benefit of early detection of breast cancer. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women. In an effort to increase awareness of the importance of early detection, Hospital teamed up with AM1150 WCRK and the Citizen Tribune. Through monthly radio and television segments along with educational materials, the Buddy Check program educates women on the importance of monthly breast self-exams and routine mammography screenings. Hospital distributes a complimentary packet containing monthly reminder stickers, a reminder refrigerator magnet, a breast self-exam hanger, and an informative breast cancer brochure.In addition to the health education programs and activities listed above, Hospital participates in other community outreach and support programs, including various community activities to benefit civic organizations, local schools, and members of the community. Hospital values the relationships maintained with the community and community organizations. Hospital provides conference rooms for a variety of meetings, seminars, and educational programming at no charge to outside groups. Additionally, Hospital provides other in-kind services and staff support to many area support groups. Listed below are some, but not all, of the community outreach programs supported by Hospital. These include:- Senior Connect for seniors in the community, including sponsoring health fairs and information and living will services at the Health Resource Center.- Various Chamber of Commerce activities including active participation on committees and on special projects.- Blood drive in participation with MEDIC Regional Blood Center.- Various activities at Walter State Community College, a local community college, including career fairs, Women's Expo, Student Wellness Fair, health education, and set-up of first aid station at Expo.- Meeting space, educational materials, food and refreshments, and the organization of picnics, holiday dinners, and various fairs and speakers for support groups, including the Diabetes Group, Growing Through Grief, Health Hearts Support Group, Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer, Senior Connect, Parkinson's Support Group, Osteoporosis, and others.</CommunityBuildingActivities>
        <OtherInformation>Part VI, Line 6: The hospital is dedicated to serving the community by improving the quality of life of the community through better health. The hospital is committed to providing quality health care services in a caring environment that fulfills the needs of our patients, physicians, employers, employees, and community. The hospital operates an emergency room open to all persons, without regard to the ability to pay. The hospital uses any surplus funds to improve the quality of patient care, expand, or improve its facilities, and advance its medical training, education and research programs. The hospital's board of directors consists of individuals representing the community. The hospital maintains an open medical staff, with membership and privileges available to all qualified physicians and healthcare professionals. In these and other respects, the hospital is organized and operated in a manner that promotes the health of the community and therefore fulfills charitable purposes within the meaning of Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3).Additionally, please refer to the Statement of program service accomplishments as provided in Schedule O for further documentation regarding the hospital's commitment within its community.</OtherInformation>
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        <Explanation>the 2009 form 990 and the related schedules are prepared by an unrelated, independent accounting firm and then submitted to the hospital CFO for internal review. a draft is also provided to the hospital board of directors for review. THe cfo is available to answer any questions received from the board and address any significant disclosures within the form 990 and related schedules prior to filing.</Explanation>
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        <Explanation>Each member of the board is asked to review the conflict of interest policy and provide disclosure of any activities which could constitute a conflict of interest oR potential conflict of interest. THe conflict of interest disclosures are reviewed by the board chair and compliance office to assure compliance with this policy. Additionally, board members are asked to recuse themselves on any matters of interest before the board in which a conflict may exist. Any such recusal is documented within the minutes of the board or committee.</Explanation>
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        <Explanation>All available salary survey data are reviewed by the Executive Committee of the hospital Board who makes the final recommendation to the hospital Board of Directors for approval for the compensation of the CEO and other key executive positions. All available salary survey data are reviewed by the HR Executive Director and other appropriate executives prior to final approval by the CEO for the compensation of other top management positions.</Explanation>
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        <Explanation>all hospital governing documents, the conflict of interst policy and financial statements are available upon request.</Explanation>
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        <Explanation>The Center for Laboratory Services provides inpatient and outpatient testing services. These services includes a laboratory information system which provides an automated technology for tracking, distributing, and storing results of more than 700 types of tests. Laboratory services were recently made available at our Outpatient Diagnostic Center to increase patient access and expedite testing. The Laboratory is accredited by The College of American Pathologists (CAP) and the Laboratory blood bank is accredited by The American Association of Blood Banks (AABB). Prompt Family Care clinics are located throughout our primary service area for patients who need medical treatment, but whose condition is not serious enough to require a trip to the emergency room. One of the clinics is designed to meet the specialized needs of our Hispanic community with a full-time translator on staff to ensure the Hospital meets the needs of this growing population. The centers treat non-emergent conditions such as lacerations, hypertension, stomach aches, colds, and influenza. In addition to those services described above, the Hospital provides case management services, a 24-hour pharmacy, community education and outreach services, Women's Health Specialists Clinics, a Hospitalist program providing 24-hour in-patient physician services, Wellness of Women which is a free health education program for area women, and a Hospital Auxiliary program with volunteers dedicated to providing support and comfort to patients and their families. AS OF THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2010, HOSPITAL MAINTAINED THE FOLLOWING OPERATING STATISTICS: INPATIENT ADMISSIONS 7,397 LABORATORY TESTS 442,423 RADIOLOGY EXAMS 78,405 BIRTHS 842 EMERGENCY ROOM VISITS 38,424 OUTPATIENT VISITS 100,279 SURGERIES 4,147 HOSPITAL PROVIDES CARE TO PERSONS COVERED BY GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS AT BELOW COST. RECOGNIZING ITS MISSION TO THE COMMUNITY, SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO BOTH MEDICARE AND MEDICAID PATIENTS. THE UNREIMBURSED VALUE OF PROVIDING SERVICES (CHARGES) FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2010 WAS $97,053,513 FOR SERVICES TO MEDICARE, MEDICAID, AND TENNCARE; $64,521,619 FOR SERVICES TO ENTITIES WHO RECEIVED DISCOUNTS FROM FULL CHARGES; $3,133,448 FOR SERVICES TO CHARITY AND OTHER INDIGENT PATIENTS; AND $10,510,905 IN CHARGES WHICH WERE NOT PAID BECAUSE THEY BECAME BAD DEBTS. NO PATIENT WAS REFUSED NECESSARY MEDICAL CARE ON THE BASIS OF THEIR INABILITY TO PAY.</Explanation>
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        <Explanation>Morristown-Hamblen Hospital Association became part of the Covenant Health System, a section 501(C)(3) organization, on July 1, 2010. As such, agreed upon procedures were performed in accordance with the transaction. Audited financial statements as of June 30, 2010 were not prepared for Morristown-Hamblen Hospital Association.</Explanation>
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