Form990
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

MediumBullet The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2012 calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2012 , 2012, and ending 06-30-2013
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
100 Michigan Ave NE MC 60
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
Grand Rapids, MI49503
D Employer identification number

38-3382353
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 380,079,237
F Name and address of principal officer:
RICHARD C BREON
100 Michigan Ave NE MC 60
Grand Rapids,MI49403
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
J
Website:MediumBullet
WWW.SPECTRUMHEALTH.ORG
H(a)
Is this a group return for
affiliates?
H(b)
Are all affiliates included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1997
M State of legal domicile: MI
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH OF THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE BY PROVIDING ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPPORTING SERVICES TO THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM AFFILIATED ENTITIES.
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 13
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 10
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2011 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 2,372
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 0
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 19,239
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ......... 7b 9,050
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 1,974,147 2,161,930
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 184,689,052 367,075,541
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 2,049,952 3,940,470
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 1,809,992 0
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 190,523,143 373,177,941
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 494,454 494,077
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 119,303,189 231,904,550
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet0    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 63,833,880 128,152,087
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 183,631,523 360,550,714
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... 6,891,620 12,627,227
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 934,496,786 1,144,899,814
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 973,082,712 1,115,697,613
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... -38,585,926 29,202,201
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990 (2012)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part III ...............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH OF THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ......................
If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ............................
If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 357,785,910 including grants of $ 494,077 ) (Revenue $ 367,042,740 )
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM PROVIDES COMMON MANAGEMENT OF THE NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTH CARE SYSTEM ACTIVITIES CARRIED ON BY SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS. THE SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDE NINE HOSPITALS, 130 SERVICE SITES, AND 1,938 LICENSED BEDS SYSTEMWIDE WITH FACILITIES THAT INCLUDE A MEDICAL CENTER, REGIONAL COMMUNITY HOSPITALS, A DEDICATED CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL, A MULTISPECIALTY MEDICAL GROUP, AFFILIATED PHYSICIANS AND A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED HEALTH PLAN.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet357,785,910
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990 (2012)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule AClick to see attachment........................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)? Click to see attachment...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part I..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part IIClick to see attachment........
4
Yes
 
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part III............................
5
 
 
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part I........................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part II...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part III ....................
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IV..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part V......
10
 
No
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10?
If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment...................
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VII.......
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VIII.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IXClick to see attachment............
11d
Yes
 
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.........................
11f
 
No
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII .................
12a
 
No
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
Yes
 
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E....
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?.....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions)....
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part II............
18
 
No
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If “Yes” to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
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Form 990 (2012)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to any government or organization in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II... Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer “Yes” to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25................
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an “on behalf of” issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I........
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I...................
25b
 
No
26
Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highest compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization’s tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L,
Part II..........................
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part III.........
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV ..........................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV..................... Click to see attachment
28b
Yes
 
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV... Click to see attachment
28c
Yes
 
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M..
29
 
No
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M.............
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part I........ Click to see attachment
33
Yes
 
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1........................ Click to see attachment
34
Yes
 
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
Yes
 
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2... Click to see attachment
35b
Yes
 
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2............. Click to see attachment
36
Yes
 
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Form 990 (2012)
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part V ...............
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
258
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
2,372
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)?..........................
4a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBulletCJ
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If “Yes,” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions?...
6a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
 
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?............................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?............................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?............
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?..........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?.......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year. ....................
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Form 990 (2012)
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each “Yes” response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a “No” response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VI ...............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year .....................
1a
13
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent ...................
1b
10
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? ...........................
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
 
No
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If “Yes,” provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If “No,” go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If “Yes,” describe in Schedule O how this was done.......................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
Yes
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how), the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization:
MediumBulletJill B Ferris1840 Wealthy St SE MC 498Grand RapidsMI49506 (616) 774-5115
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990 (2012)
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Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VII ...............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(1) ELIZABETH NICKELS........................................................................
Treasurer
 2.00
.......................0 		X   X       30,500 0 0
(2) RICHARD BREON........................................................................
PRESIDENT / CEO
 46.00
.......................4.00 		X   X       2,413,384 0 615,765
(3) RICHARD DEVOS JR........................................................................
Vice Chair
 2.00
.......................0 		X   X       0 0 0
(4) TIMOTHY O'DONOVAN........................................................................
Chair
 2.00
.......................0 		X   X       0 0 0
(5) A ROBERT VAN TUINEN MD........................................................................
Director - Part Year
 2.00
.......................48.00 		X           25,000 302,154 34,673
(6) BIRGIT KLOHS........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................0 		X           25,000 0 0
(7) BRIAN HARRIS........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................0 		X           30,000 0 0
(8) DAN GAYDOU........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................0 		X           0 0 0
(9) M ASHRAF MANSOUR........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................48.00 		X           0 655,966 26,203
(10) MICHELLE VAN DYKE........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................0.00 		X           24,500 0 0
(11) REX KILLIAN........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................0 		X           25,000 0 0
(12) RICHARD DEVOS SR........................................................................
Director - Part Year
 2.00
.......................0 		X           0 0 0
(13) ROBERT ROTH........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................2.00 		X           25,000 23,500 0
(14) STEPHEN RECHNER MD........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................0 		X           25,000 0 0
(15) STEVE ENDER........................................................................
Director
 2.00
.......................0 		X           0 0 0
(16) DAVID LEONARD........................................................................
Secretary / Chief Legal Officer
 50.00
.......................0 		    X       711,423 0 191,371
(17) MICHAEL P FREED........................................................................
EXEC VICE PRESIDENT/CFO
 25.00
.......................25.00 		    X       1,071,348 0 286,124
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Form 990 (2012)
Page 8
Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(18) JILL FERRIS........................................................................
Corporate Controller
 50.00
.......................0 		      X     196,718 0 57,029
(19) JOHN MOSLEY........................................................................
EVP & Chief Strategy Officer
 50.00
.......................0.00 		      X     858,886 0 92,666
(20) LORI SMITH........................................................................
Corporate Treasury Officer
 50.00
.......................0 		      X     173,520 0 26,390
(21) MATTHEW VAN VRANKEN........................................................................
EVP, SH Delivery System
 40.00
.......................10.00 		      X     1,446,912 0 379,738
(22) PATRICK O'HARE........................................................................
SVP, CIO
 50.00
.......................0 		      X     679,185 0 185,346
(23) ROGER JANSEN........................................................................
SVP, Human Resources
 50.00
.......................0 		      X     539,392 0 222,326
(24) J MICHAEL KRAMER........................................................................
SVP & Chief Quality Officer
 50.00
.......................0 		        X   429,384 0 168,294
(25) JOHN BYRNES MD........................................................................
Exec Vice President / Chief Strategy Officer
 48.00
.......................2.00 		        X   590,005 0 136,699
(26) JOHN MACKEIGAN MD........................................................................
Exec Vice President / CMO
 48.00
.......................2.00 		        X   973,928 0 112,239
(27) MICHAEL ROSENCRANCE........................................................................
VP, IS SH Delivery System
 50.00
.......................0 		        X   482,246 0 147,594
(28) STEVEN HEACOCK........................................................................
SVP, Public Affairs
 50.00
.......................0 		        X   480,916 0 174,118
(29) RONALD KNAUS........................................................................
Vice President Finance - SHH
 0.00
.......................50.00 		          X 0 523,791 161,618


1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 11,257,246 1,505,411 3,018,192
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet185
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
Yes
 
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
KELLY SERVICES INC3210 EAGLE RUN DR NE 204GRAND RAPIDSMI49525 STAFFING 2,956,818
DYNTEK SERVICES INC4440 VON KARMAN SUITE 200NEWPORT BEACHCA92660 IT CONSULTING 1,578,885
PRESS GANEY ASSOCIATES INCPO BOX 88335MILWAUKEEWI532880335 CONSULTING 1,149,867
SOAP TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES118 E SUPERIOR STREETWAYLANDMI493490373 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION 1,035,182
EMDEON BUSINESS SERVICES3055 LEBANON PIKENASHVILLETN37214 IT CONSULTING 1,019,509
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet61
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990 (2012)
Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VIII ..............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512, 513, or 514
Contributions, Gifts, Grants and Other Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues....1b  
c Fundraising events....1c  
d Related organizations...1d 2,161,930
e Government grants (contributions)1e  
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		 
g Noncash contributions included in lines
1a-1f:$ 		 
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 2,161,930
Program Service Revenue Business Code
2a MANAGEMENT FEE REVENUE 561000 364,167,956 364,167,956    
b SHARED SERVICES REVENUE 561000 443,377 443,377    
c CLINICAL CALL CENTER 900099 455,922 455,922    
d MEDICAL RECORD FEES 900099 93,504 93,504    
e SPECTRUM HEALTH INNOVATIONS 900099 31,613 11,862 19,239 512
f All other program service revenue . 1,883,169 1,883,169 0 0
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 367,075,541
Other Revenue 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other similar amounts).......MediumBullet 3,293,904     3,293,904
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet 0      
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet 0      
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross rents    
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss) 0 0
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet 0      
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory 7,547,514 348
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses 6,868,147 33,149
c Gain or (loss) 679,367 -32,801
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet 646,566 -32,801   679,367
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$  
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ..
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 0    
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet 0      
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet 0      
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a     0      
b     0      
c     0      
d All other revenue .... 0 0 0 0
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet 0
12 Total revenue. See Instructions......MediumBullet 373,177,941 367,022,989 19,239 3,973,783
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part IX ...............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States. See Part IV, line 21 494,077 494,077
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line 22 0  
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 0  
4 Benefits paid to or for members 0  
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 10,157,613 10,157,613    
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .... 401,059 401,059    
7 Other salaries and wages 171,577,553 171,543,038 34,515  
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 7,071,085 7,071,085    
9 Other employee benefits ....... 29,803,469 29,793,443 10,026  
10 Payroll taxes ........... 12,893,771 12,893,771    
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 0      
b Legal ......... 1,574,482   1,574,482  
c Accounting ........... 1,089,833   1,089,833  
d Lobbying ........... 324,182 324,182    
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 0  
f Investment management fees ...... 0      
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) ........ 30,071,869 30,027,959 43,910 0
12 Advertising and promotion .... 10,046,771 10,046,771    
13 Office expenses ....... 9,925,165 9,924,441 724  
14 Information technology ...... 44,702,161 44,702,161    
15 Royalties .. 0      
16 Occupancy ........... 16,766,930 16,760,996 5,934  
17 Travel ............ 3,096,091 3,096,072 19  
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ...... 0      
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 1,224,077 1,224,009 68  
20 Interest ........... -20,777 -20,777    
21 Payments to affiliates ....... 0      
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 3,682,764 3,679,511 3,253  
23 Insurance .............. -1,884,507 -1,886,547 2,040  
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a DUES AND SUBSCRIPTIONS 1,487,236 1,487,236    
b RECRUITMENT EXPENSES 1,121,696 1,121,696    
c MEDICAL SUPPLIES 310,346 310,346    
d UBI TAXES 2,000 2,000    
e All other expenses 4,631,768 4,631,768 0 0
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 360,550,714 357,785,910 2,764,804 0
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). 0      
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Part X Balance Sheet Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part X ...............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing .............   1  
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 10,664,238 2 32,933,905
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...........   3  
4 Accounts receivable, net .............   4  
5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..................
  5 0
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
  6 0
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ............. 43,225,201 7 41,165,016
8 Inventories for sale or use ..............   8  
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges .......... 12,701,994 9 24,209,332
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 35,872,375
b Less: accumulated depreciation ..... 10b 7,412,077 2,661,753 10c 28,460,298
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .......... 703,590,182 11 862,172,834
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 9,694,316 12 5,021,711
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 55,452,537 13 56,847,798
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 96,506,565 15 94,088,920
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)...... 934,496,786 16 1,144,899,814
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ......... 27,072,073 17 57,490,993
18 Grants payable .................   18  
19 Deferred revenue ................ 190,460 19 147,065
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities .............   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..   21  
22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........   22 0
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties .... 12,500,000 24 12,500,000
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D.................... 933,320,179 25 1,045,559,555
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25......... 973,082,712 26 1,115,697,613
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets .............. -38,585,926 27 29,202,201
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ...........   28  
29 Permanently restricted net assets ...........   29  
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds ........   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ........... -38,585,926 33 29,202,201
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 934,496,786 34 1,144,899,814
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Form 990 (2012)
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI ...............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
373,177,941
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
360,550,714
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
12,627,227
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..
4
-38,585,926
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
54,515,473
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
645,427
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B))
10
29,202,201
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII ..............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If “Yes,” to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133?
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits
3b
 
 
Form 990 (2012)
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
Additional Data


Software ID: 12000266
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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
No
(ii) A family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
No
(iii) A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
No
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document? (v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support? (vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.? (vii) Amount of monetary support
Yes No Yes No Yes No
(A) SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS
  		381360529 3 Yes   Yes   Yes   224,264,676
(B) NEWAYGO COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION
  		381359517 3 Yes   Yes   Yes   144,076
(C) REED CITY HOSPITAL CORPORATION
  		382770076 3 Yes   Yes   Yes   149,798
(D) SPECTRUM HEALTH FOUNDATION
  		382752328 7 Yes   Yes   Yes   12,000
(E) SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS
  		381358164 3 Yes   Yes   Yes   43,689,230
(F) SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED
  		381358412 3 Yes   Yes   Yes   386,498
(G) ZEELAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
  		381411184 3 Yes   Yes   Yes   0
Total                 268,646,278

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2008 (b) 2009 (c) 2010 (d) 2011 (e) 2012 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....            
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3            
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..            
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2008 (b) 2009 (c) 2010 (d) 2011 (e) 2012 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4..            
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...            
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..            
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).            
12
12
 
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
 
15
15
 
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2008 (b) 2009 (c) 2010 (d) 2011 (e) 2012 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5.            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2008 (b) 2009 (c) 2010 (d) 2011 (e) 2012 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.) ..            
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
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Part IV
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION., SCHEDULE A, PART IV, SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM IS THE PARENT ORGANIZATION AND SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION TO THE HEALTH SYSTEM. THE PURPOSES OF THIS ORGANIZATION, AS DEFINED IN THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, ARE AS FOLLOWS: PURPOSES 2.1. THE PURPOSES FOR WHICH THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED ARE TO OPERATE EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF, TO PERFORM THE FUNCTIONS OF, AND TO CARRY OUT ALL OF THE PURPOSES OF SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS, NEWAYGO COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION, REED CITY HOSPITAL CORPORATION, SPECTRUM HEALTH FOUNDATION, SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS, SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED, AND ZEELAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (THE "SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS") ALL OF WHICH ARE DESCRIBED IN SECTION 501(C)(3) AND EITHER SECTION 509(A)(1) OR SECTION 509(A)(2) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF 1986, AS AMENDED OR COMPARABLE PROVISIONS OF SUBSEQUENT LEGISLATION (THE "CODE"). SUBJECT TO AND IN FURTHERANCE OF THE FOREGOING, THE PURPOSES OF THE CORPORATION SHALL BE: 2.1.1. TO FORMULATE AND IMPLEMENT POLICIES AND PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO ENABLE AND/OR CAUSE THE SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS TO FUNCTION AS A COORDINATED HEALTH CARE DELIVERY SYSTEM , TO PROVIDE DIRECTION AND MANAGEMENT TO THE SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS, AND TO ACT AND/OR MAKE DECISIONS FOR THE BENEFIT OF SUCH SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS. 2.1.2. TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN, EITHER DIRECTLY, THROUGH SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS OR IN COOPERATION WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS, SUCH FACILITIES AND SERVICES FOR THE CARE OF PERSONS SUFFERING FROM ILLNESS, INJURY OR DISABILITY, THE ELDERLY AND THE INDIGENT AND FOR THE PRESERVATION AND IMPROVEMENT OF HEALTH AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY DETERMINE, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION: 2.1.2.1. HOSPITALS FOR THE INPATIENT OR OUTPATIENT CARE OF PERSONS SUFFERING FROM ILLNESS, INJURY AND DISABILITY, FOR THE PREVENTION OF ILLNESS, INJURY AND DISABILITY AND FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF HEALTH. 2.1.2.2. FACILITIES PROVIDING AMBULATORY CARE, NURSING CARE, REHABILITATION AND OTHER SERVICES. 2.1.2.3. CLINICS THROUGH WHICH PHYSICIANS AND OTHER PROVIDERS RENDER PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL SERVICES. 2.1.2.4. OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS DESIGNED AND CARRIED ON TO PROMOTE THE GENERAL HEALTH OF THE COMMUNITY. 2.1.3. TO PROMOTE AND CARRY ON SUCH SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY DETERMINE WITH RESPECT TO THE CAUSE, TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF ILLNESS AND INJURY, THE IMPROVEMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND OTHER MATTERS. 2.1.4. TO PARTICIPATE IN AND TO CARRY ON SUCH ACTIVITIES AS THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MAY DETERMINE FOR THE EDUCATION OF PHYSICIANS, NURSES, OTHER PROFESSIONAL AND PARAPROFESSIONAL PERSONNEL AND THE PUBLIC ABOUT RENDERING CARE TO THE SICK, INJURED AND DISABLED, ABOUT PREVENTION OF ILLNESS AND INJURY AND ABOUT THE PROMOTION OF HEALTH. 2.1.5. TO CONDUCT ACTIVITIES, EITHER DIRECTLY, THROUGH RELATED ORGANIZATIONS OR IN COOPERATION WITH ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT FROM TAX UNDER SECTION 501 (C)(3) OF THE CODE OR COMPARABLE PROVISIONS OF SUBSEQUENT LEGISLATION IN ORDER TO RAISE FUNDS TO FURTHER THE PURPOSES OF THE CORPORATION, SUBJECT, HOWEVER, TO ALL LIMITATIONS ON THE NATURE OR EXTENT OF SUCH ACTIVITIES APPLICABLE, FROM TIME TO TIME, TO ORGANIZATIONS DESCRIBED IN SECTIONS 501(C)(3) AND 509(A)(3) OF THE CODE. 2.1.6. TO ACQUIRE, TO OWN, TO DISPOSE OF AND TO DEAL WITH REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY AND INTERESTS THEREIN AND TO APPLY GIFTS, GRANTS, BEQUESTS AND DEVISES AND THE PROCEEDS THEREOF IN FURTHERANCE OF THE PURPOSES OF THE CORPORATION. 2.1.7. TO DEAL WITH AND DISTRIBUTE THE CORPORATION'S INCOME AND ASSETS IN SUCH MANNER AS IN THE JUDGMENT OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS WILL BEST PROMOTE ITS OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSES, WITHOUT LIMITATION EXCEPT SUCH, IF ANY, AS MAY BE CONTAINED IN INSTRUMENTS UNDER WHICH SUCH PROPERTY IS CONVEYED TO THE CORPORATION. 2.1.8. TO DO SUCH THINGS AND TO PERFORM SUCH ACTS TO ACCOMPLISH ITS PURPOSES AS ARE PERMITTED BY SECTIONS 501(C)(3) AND 509(A)(3) OF THE CODE, WITH ALL THE POWERS CONFERRED ON NONPROFIT CORPORATIONS BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN. THE AMOUNTS REPORTED IN SCHEDULE A, PART I, LINE 11H, COLUMN (VII) RELATE TO EXPENSES INCURRED BY THE ORGANIZATION ON BEHALF OF THE SUPPORTED ENTITIES (REIMBURSED IN WHOLE OR IN PART THROUGH MANAGEMENT FEES).,
 
 
 
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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
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2012
Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number

38-3382353
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
Special Rules
......................... Arrow Bullet   $    
Caution. An organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
Form 990-EZ or on Part I, line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
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Name of organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
  		Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
     
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
 

     
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED  
RESTRICTED, RESTRICTED   RESTRICTED

$RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  


(Complete Part II if there is a noncash contribution.)
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Name of organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
  		Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
     
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
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Name of organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
  		Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
that total more than $1,000 for the year. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
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SCHEDULE C
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
SchCMd Bullet Complete if the organization is described below.SchCMd Bullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
SchCMd Bullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public
Inspection
If the organization answered “Yes” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
Round Bullet Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
Round Bullet Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered “Yes” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered “Yes” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (Proxy Tax), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part I-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

1
Provide a description of the organization’s direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV.
2
Political expenditures ....................................SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
Volunteer hours ........................................
 

Part I-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 .........SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 ......SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ..............
4a
Was a correction made? .........................................
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part I-C
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt function activities ...................................SchCMd Bullet

$  
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b..SchCMd Bullet

$  
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ..........................
5
Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.
(a) Name (b) Address (c) EIN (d) Amount paid from filing organization's funds. If none, enter -0-. (e) Amount of political contributions received and promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-.










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Part II-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
A Check SchCMd Bulletexpenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures).
B Check SchCMd Bullet
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) 		(a) Filing
organization's
totals 		(b) Affiliated group
totals
1a Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ......    
b Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) .......    
c Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ...................    
d Other exempt purpose expenditures ........................    
e Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ...............    
f Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both
columns.		    
  If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:The lobbying nontaxable amount is:    
  Not over $500,00020% of the amount on line 1e.    
  Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.    
  Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.    
  Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.    
  Over $17,000,000$1,000,000.    
       
g Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .................    
h Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................    
i Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................    
j If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? ......................................

4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the instructions for lines 2a through 2f on page 4.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
  Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in) 		(a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) Total
             
2a Lobbying nontaxable amount          
             
b Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e)) 		         
             
c Total lobbying expenditures          
             
d Grassroots nontaxable amount          
             
e Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))		          
             
f Grassroots lobbying expenditures          
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Part II-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
For each “Yes” response to lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed description of the lobbying activity.
(a)
No
Yes
(b)
Amount
1
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:
a
Volunteers? .........................................
 
No
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ....
Yes
 
c
Media advertisements? ....................................
 
No
 
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .........................
 
No
 
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? .......................
 
No
 
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? .......................
 
No
 
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? ........
Yes
 
42,331
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ......
 
No
 
i
Other activities? ..........................
Yes
 
281,851
j
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i ...............................
324,182
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 .................
 
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 .....
 
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .......
 
 
Part III-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).
Yes
No
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ................
1
 
 
2
Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ................
2
 
 
3
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? ..........
3
 
 
Part III-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered “No” OR (b) Part III-A, line 3, is answered “Yes."
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members .....................
1
 
2
Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
Current year .........................................
2a
 
b
Carryover from last year ....................................
2b
 
c
Total ............................................
2c
 
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
 
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ................................
4
 
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) ..............
5
 
Part IV
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; Part II-A (affiliated group list); Part II-A, line 2; and Part ll-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Description of the activities reported on Lines 1a through 1i Schedule C, Part II-B, Line 1 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM EMPLOYED GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS STAFF WHO ARE CHIEFLY RESPONSIBLE FOR GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS ACTIVITIES. ADDITIONALLY THE ORGANIZATION EMPLOYED A SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO OVERSEE THIS ROLE. OTHER EXECUTIVE STAFF WERE ENGAGED ON A VERY LIMITED BASIS FOR LOBBYING PURPOSES. SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM RETAINED FEDERAL AND STATE LEVEL MULTI-CLIENT LOBBY FIRMS. THE FUNCTION OF THEIR RESPECTIVE DUTIES INVOLVED DIRECT CONTACT WITH LEGISLATORS, THEIR STAFF, GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS, OR A LEGISLATIVE BODY ON NUMEROUS LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY ISSUES OF INTEREST TO THE ORGANIZATION. THIS AMOUNT IS REPORTED IN LINE 1I, "OTHER ACTIVITIES." DIRECT CONTACT WITH QUALIFYING INDIVIDUALS INCLUDED SENDING LETTERS, PUBLICATIONS, MAKING PHONE CALLS OR MEETING WITH GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS, THEIR STAFF OR LEGISLATORS.
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
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Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...    
3 Aggregate grants from (during year) .....    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register .................... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the tax year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .......................................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
If “Yes,” explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ........
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current year (b)Prior year b (c)Two years back (d)Three years back (e)Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance ....          
b Contributions ........          
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses          
d Grants or scholarships .....          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		         
f Administrative expenses ....          
g End of year balance ......          
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet  
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet  
c
Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet  
The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
 
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
 
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .................     0
b Buildings ................   2,677,461 151,960 2,525,501
c Leasehold improvements ............   1,555,454 90,937 1,464,517
d Equipment ................   20,408,069 7,169,180 13,238,889
e Other .................   11,231,391   11,231,391
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).).......SchDMdBullet 28,460,298
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
Other








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment type (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1) DUE FROM AFFILIATES 51,094,606
(2) OTHER ASSETS 13,490,240
(3) POST RETIREMENT BENEFITS 21,360,349
(4) GOODWILL 8,143,725





Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet 94,088,920
Part X
Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
Federal income taxes 0
DUE TO AFFILIATES 885,239,266
OTHER LIABILITIES 10,025,262
SWAP MARKET VALUE 85,807,547
INSURANCE 43,127,131
POST RETIREMENT BENEFITS 21,360,349




Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 1,045,559,555
2. Fin 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII .....................................................
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1  
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a  
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e  
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3  
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c  
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5  
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1  
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e  
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3  
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c  
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5  
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
FIN 48 (ASC 740) FOOTNOTE SCHEDULE D, PART X, LINE 2 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM CONDUCTS AN ANALYSIS ANNUALLY TO DETERMINE THE ORGANIZATION'S LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS. FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2013 IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THERE WERE NO MATERIAL UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS TO DISCLOSE. AS SUCH, THERE WAS NO FOOTNOTE ADDED TO THE CONSOLIDATED AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990
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Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number
38-3382353
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC Code section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS
100 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503 		38-1360529 501(C)(3) 494,077       MEDICAL CARE






















2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................ Bullet Image
1
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
0
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a)Type of grant or assistance (b)Number of
recipients		 (c)Amount of
cash grant		 (d)Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e)Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f)Description of non-cash assistance












Part IV
Supplemental Information.
Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Procedures for monitoring use of grant funds Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 GRANTS ARE RECEIVED BY THE HEALTHIER COMMUNITIES DEPARTMENT WITHIN SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM AND THEY ARE ADMINISTERED/AWARDED BY SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS, A RELATED TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION. FUNDS ARE MONITORED AND THE RECIPIENTS ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A BUDGET REPORT TO SPECTRUM HEALTH ON A QUARTERLY BASIS, WHICH ITEMIZES EXPENDITURES. REPORTS ARE ATTESTED TO BY THE RESPONSIBLE FINANCIAL OFFICER.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, question 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....
1b
Yes
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all officers,
directors, trustees, and the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? .......
2
Yes
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ................
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
Yes
 
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
 
No
8
Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation
reported as deferred
in prior Form 990
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
(1)A ROBERT VAN TUINEN MDDIRECTOR - PART YEAR (i)
(ii)		 25,000
294,686 		0
0 		0
7,469 		0
21,460 		0
13,214 		25,000
336,828 		0
0
(2)DAVID LEONARDSECRETARY / CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER (i)
(ii)		 390,229
0 		274,956
0 		46,238
0 		121,963
0 		69,408
0 		902,794
0 		172,344
0
(3)J MICHAEL KRAMERSVP & CHIEF QUALITY OFFICER (i)
(ii)		 303,768
0 		119,606
0 		6,010
0 		118,494
0 		49,800
0 		597,678
0 		30,202
0
(4)JILL FERRISCORPORATE CONTROLLER (i)
(ii)		 163,538
0 		32,816
0 		364
0 		30,489
0 		26,541
0 		253,748
0 		0
0
(5)JOHN BYRNES MDEXEC VICE PRESIDENT / CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER (i)
(ii)		 281,689
0 		275,957
0 		32,359
0 		78,122
0 		58,576
0 		726,703
0 		174,386
0
(6)JOHN MACKEIGAN MDEXEC VICE PRESIDENT / CMO (i)
(ii)		 497,521
0 		432,738
0 		43,668
0 		96,809
0 		15,430
0 		1,086,167
0 		300,915
0
(7)JOHN MOSLEYEVP & CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER (i)
(ii)		 400,319
0 		406,796
0 		51,771
0 		77,954
0 		14,712
0 		951,551
0 		300,918
0
(8)LORI SMITHCORPORATE TREASURY OFFICER (i)
(ii)		 147,478
0 		24,612
0 		1,430
0 		8,462
0 		17,928
0 		199,910
0 		0
0
(9)M ASHRAF MANSOURDIRECTOR (i)
(ii)		 0
570,816 		0
79,998 		0
5,152 		0
17,500 		0
8,703 		0
682,169 		0
0
(10)MATTHEW VAN VRANKENEVP, SH DELIVERY SYSTEM (i)
(ii)		 845,611
0 		542,443
0 		58,858
0 		270,019
0 		109,719
0 		1,826,651
0 		322,225
0
(11)MICHAEL P FREEDEXEC VICE PRESIDENT/CFO (i)
(ii)		 648,141
0 		404,990
0 		18,217
0 		204,362
0 		81,762
0 		1,357,472
0 		247,656
0
(12)MICHAEL ROSENCRANCEVP, IS SH DELIVERY SYSTEM (i)
(ii)		 291,946
0 		186,160
0 		4,140
0 		84,800
0 		62,794
0 		629,839
0 		121,634
0
(13)PATRICK O'HARESVP, CIO (i)
(ii)		 382,997
0 		258,198
0 		37,989
0 		124,847
0 		60,499
0 		864,530
0 		157,289
0
(14)RICHARD BREONPRESIDENT / CEO (i)
(ii)		 1,091,257
0 		1,236,719
0 		85,408
0 		421,886
0 		193,879
0 		3,029,149
0 		835,988
0
(15)ROGER JANSENSVP, HUMAN RESOURCES (i)
(ii)		 376,979
0 		145,239
0 		17,174
0 		160,362
0 		61,964
0 		761,717
0 		44,925
0
(16)RONALD KNAUSVICE PRESIDENT FINANCE - SHH (i)
(ii)		 0
321,833 		0
197,525 		0
4,434 		0
104,223 		0
57,395 		0
685,408 		0
119,763
(17)STEVEN HEACOCKSVP, PUBLIC AFFAIRS (i)
(ii)		 329,881
0 		135,607
0 		15,428
0 		113,609
0 		60,509
0 		655,034
0 		48,669
0
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Part III
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II.
Also complete this part for any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
First-class or charter travel Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDED FIRST-CLASS TRAVEL FOR SIX EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES AND SEVEN BOARD MEMBERS. IN CERTAIN LIMITED SITUATIONS WHEN COMMERCIAL AIR TRAVEL WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR A DESTINATION OR NOT EFFICIENT DUE TO SCHEDULES AND/OR CONNECTIONS, CHARTER AIR TRAVEL WAS UTILIZED BY CERTAIN EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES.
Travel for companions Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDED COMPANION TRAVEL FOR THREE EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES AND TWO BOARD MEMBERS. THESE AMOUNTS WERE EITHER TREATED AS TAXABLE COMPENSATION AND INCLUDED IN FORM W-2 OR FORM 1099 ACCORDINGLY OR THE ORGANIZATION WAS REIMBURSED BY THE EXECUTIVE OR BOARD MEMBER.
Health or social club dues or initiation fees Schedule J, Part I, Line 1a THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDED HEALTH CLUB DUES FOR SEVEN EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES. THESE AMOUNTS WERE TREATED AS TAXABLE COMPENSATION AND INCLUDED IN FORM W-2.
Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan Schedule J, Part I, Line 4b $835,988 RICHARD BREON $174,386 JOHN BYRNES $247,656 MICHAEL FREED $ 48,669 STEVEN HEACOCK $ 44,925 ROGER JANSEN $119,763 RONALD KNAUS $ 30,202 J. MICHAEL KRAMER $172,344 DAVID LEONARD $300,915 JOHN MACKEIGAN $300,918 JOHN MOSLEY $157,289 PATRICK O'HARE $121,634 MICHAEL ROSENCRANCE SCHEDULE J, PART I, LINE 4B IS ANSWERED "YES" BECAUSE CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS, WHOSE SALARY AND BENEFITS ARE PAID BY THE REPORTING ORGANIZATION OR A RELATED ORGANIZATION, DO "PARTICIPATE IN" SUPPLEMENTAL NONQUALIFIED RETIREMENT PLAN(S). SOME INDIVIDUALS RECEIVED DISTRIBUTIONS DURING THE YEAR (AS REPORTED ON THIS LINE) WHEREAS OTHERS PARTICIPATED IN THE PLAN(S) BUT DID NOT RECEIVE DISTRIBUTIONS. DURING THE YEAR THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS PARTICIPATED IN THE PLAN(S) BUT DID NOT RECEIVE A DISTRIBUTION: JILL FERRIS. DISTRIBUTIONS REPORTED ON THIS LINE ARE ALSO INCLUDED IN SCHEDULE J, PART II, COLUMN F AS COMPENSATION REPORTED IN A PRIOR YEAR.
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Schedule L
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Transactions with Interested Persons
MediumBullet Complete if the organization answered
"Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 28b, or 28c,
or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a or 40b.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. MediumBullet See separate instructions.
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Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part I
Excess Benefit Transactions (section 501(c)(3) and section 501(c)(4) organizations only).
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b.
1(a) Name of disqualified person (b) Relationship between disqualified person and organization (c) Description of transaction (d) Corrected?
Yes No





2
Enter the amount of tax incurred by organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under section 4958. ........................... Bullet Image$
 
3
Enter the amount of tax, if any, on line 2, above, reimbursed by the organization ....... Bullet Image$
 

Part II
Loans to and/or From Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a, or Form 990, Part IV, line 26; or if the organization reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 5, 6, or 22
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship with organization (c) Purpose of loan (d) Loan to or from the organization? (e)Original principal amount (f)Balance due (g) In default? (h) Approved by board or committee? (i)Written agreement?
To From Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total ......Small Bullet $  
Part III
Grants or Assistance Benefitting Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 27.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of assistance (d) Type of assistance (e) Purpose of assistance
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50056A
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Part IV
Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 28c.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of transaction (d) Description of transaction (e) Sharing of organization's revenues?
Yes No
(1) MLIVE MEDIA GROUP
  		BUSINESS 238,233 SEE SCHEDULE L, PART V   No
(2) MICHIGAN PROFESSIONAL INSURANCE EXCHANGE
  		BUSINESS 124,464 SEE SCHEDULE L, PART V   No
(3) MS CHRISTINA GAYDOU-PITTMAN
  		FAMILY 93,277 SEE SCHEDULE L, PART V   No
(4) MS ALLYSON BREON
  		FAMILY 72,344 SEE SCHEDULE L, PART V   No
(5) MR MARK BREON
  		FAMILY 71,475 SEE SCHEDULE L, PART V   No
(6) MR BRADLEY PITTMAN
  		FAMILY 65,941 SEE SCHEDULE L, PART V   No
(7) MS CHERYL FREED
  		FAMILY 54,067 SEE SCHEDULE L, PART V   No
(8) MS LAURA FREED
  		FAMILY 43,955 SEE SCHEDULE L, PART V   No
Part V
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule L (see instructions).
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS WITH INTERESTED PERSONS SCHEDULE L, PART V MR. RICHARD BREON, PRESIDENT, HAS A SON AND DAUGHTER-IN-LAW WHO ARE EMPLOYED BY THE ORGANIZATION. (PART IV, LINES 4 & 5) MR. MICHAEL FREED, CFO, HAS TWO DAUGHTERS WHO ARE EMPLOYED BY THE ORGANIZATION. HE IS ALSO A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR A TAXABLE ENTITY TO WHICH THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SERVICES. (PART IV, LINES 2, 7 & 8) MR. DAN GAYDOU, DIRECTOR, HAS A DAUGHTER AND SON-IN-LAW WHO ARE EMPLOYED BY THE ORGANIZATION. HE IS ALSO A KEY EMPLOYEE OF A TAXABLE ENTITY TO WHICH THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SERVICES. (PART IV, LINES 1, 3, & 6) MR. RONALD KNAUS, A FORMER KEY EMPLOYEE OF THE FILING ORGANIZATION, IS A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR A TAXABLE ENTITY TO WHICH THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SERVICES. (PART IV, LINE 2) THROUGH OUR ANNUAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND TAX REPORTING PROCESSES, CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS LISTED IN SCHEDULE L HAVE REPORTED THAT THEY, OR COMPANIES THEY WORK FOR, HAVE BUSINESS OR FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS WITH THE REPORTING ORGANIZATION THAT EXCEED THRESHHOLDS PROVIDED IN THE INSTRUCTIONS TO THE FORM 990. IF AN AMOUNT IS NOT LISTED IN SCHEDULE L, A STATEMENT IS PROVIDED ABOVE EXPLAINING THE NATURE OF THE TRANSACTION(S).
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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number

38-3382353
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Family/business relationships amongst interested persons Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 MR. RICHARD DEVOS, SR. AND MR. RICHARD DEVOS, JR. - FAMILY RELATIONSHIP, MR. DAVID LEONARD AND MR. PATRICK O'HARE - BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP, MS. ELIZABETH NICKELS AND MR. TIMOTHY O'DONOVAN - BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP, MR. RICHARD BREON, MR. MICHAEL FREED, AND MR. ROBERT ROTH - BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP, MR. MICHAEL FREED AND MR. RONALD KNAUS - BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP, MR. MATTHEW VANVRANKEN AND MS. MICHELLE VANDYKE - BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP
CLASSES OF MEMBERS OR STOCKHOLDERS FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 6 THE ORGANIZATION IS ORGANIZED ON A NON-STOCK DIRECTORSHIP BASIS WITH NO MEMBERS.
DECISIONS SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF MEMBERS FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 7B THE ORGANIZATION IS ORGANIZED ON A NON-STOCK DIRECTORSHIP BASIS WITH NO MEMBERS.
Review of form 990 by governing body Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b A COPY OF THE FORM 990 IS PROVIDED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRIOR TO FILING. THE REVIEW PROCESS FOR THIS FORM 990 IS AS FOLLOWS: 1. PREPARATION OF THE RETURN IS SUPERVISED AND REVIEWED BY THE ORGANIZATION'S CORPORATE TAX MANAGER. 2. A SECOND REVIEW IS PERFORMED BY AN EXTERNAL CPA FIRM WITH EXPERTISE IN TAX-EXEMPT RETURN PREPARATION. 3. THE RETURN IS REVIEWED BY THE ORGANIZATION'S FINANCE AND LEGAL DEPARTMENTS (INCLUDING THE CORPORATE CONTROLLER AND THE CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER) AND SHARED WITH THE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. 4. THE ORGANIZATION'S CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REVIEWS COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS RECEIVED BY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, IF ANY, TO ADDRESS OR TO INCORPORATE, AS APPROPRIATE, INTO THE RETURN PRIOR TO FILING.
Conflict of interest policy Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1. CONFLICTS OF INTEREST MUST BE DISCLOSED, BOTH VIA AN ANNUAL ELECTRONIC DISCLOSURE PROCESS AS WELL AS VERBALLY AT A BOARD MEETING PRIOR TO DISCUSSION OF ANY AGENDA ITEM WITH REGARD TO WHICH A BOARD MEMBER HAS A CONFLICT. 2. A PERSON HAVING A FINANCIAL INTEREST IN A PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT MAY MAKE A PRESENTATION AT A MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OR COMMITTEE CONSIDERING THAT TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT, BUT AFTER THAT PRESENTATION HE OR SHE SHALL LEAVE THE MEETING DURING DISCUSSION AND VOTING ON THAT PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT. THE PERSON HAVING THE FINANCIAL INTEREST SHALL NOT BE COUNTED IN DETERMINING WHETHER A QUORUM IS PRESENT. 3. THE CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OR COMMITTEE SHALL, IF APPROPRIATE, APPOINT A DISINTERESTED PERSON OR COMMITTEE (INCLUDING OUTSIDE ADVISORS) TO INVESTIGATE ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT, AND TO ADVISE WHETHER THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT IS IN THE ORGANIZATION'S BEST INTEREST. 4. THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OR COMMITTEE SHALL EXERCISE DUE DILIGENCE TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE ORGANIZATION CAN, WITH REASONABLE EFFORTS, OBTAIN A MORE ADVANTAGEOUS TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT THAT WOULD NOT GIVE RISE TO A CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 5. IF A MORE ADVANTAGEOUS TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT IS NOT REASONABLY ATTAINABLE UNDER CIRCUMSTANCES THAT WOULD NOT GIVE RISE TO A CONFLICT OF INTEREST, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OR COMMITTEE SHALL DETERMINE BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE DISINTERESTED DIRECTORS AND MEMBERS WHETHER THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT IS IN THE ORGANIZATION'S BEST INTEREST AND FOR ITS OWN BENEFIT AND WHETHER THE TRANSACTION IS FAIR AND REASONABLE TO THE ORGANIZATION, AND SHALL MAKE ITS DECISION AS TO WHETHER TO ENTER INTO THE TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT IN CONFORMITY WITH SUCH DETERMINATION. 6. THE MINUTES OF THE MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND ALL OF THE ORGANIZATION'S COMMITTEES SHALL SET FORTH: A)THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS WHO DISCLOSED A FINANCIAL INTEREST IN A PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT INVOLVING THE ORGANIZATION OR ANY OF ITS SUBSIDIARIES AND THE NATURE OF THE FINANCIAL INTEREST; AND B)THE NAMES OF THE PERSONS WHO WERE PRESENT FOR DISCUSSIONS AND VOTES RELATING TO SUCH TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT, INCLUDING ANY DISCUSSION OF ALTERNATIVES TO THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION OR ARRANGEMENT, AND A RECORD OF ANY VOTES TAKEN IN CONNECTION WITH THAT MATTER. THE VOTES OF INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS NEED NOT BE RECORDED UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OR COMMITTEE. 7. THERE IS AN ONGOING REQUIREMENT THAT MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMPLETE ANOTHER DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE AT ANY POINT DURING HIS/HER TENURE ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS WHEN A NEW POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST ARISES. IF A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMPLETES A DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE AS A RESULT OF A NEW POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST, THAT DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE IS SUBMITTED TO THE LEGAL, ORGANIZATIONAL INTEGRITY, INTERNAL AUDIT, AND HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENTS FOR REVIEW. MANAGEMENT 1. UPON ACCEPTANCE OF AN EMPLOYMENT OFFER, EACH MEMBER OF MANAGEMENT COMPLETES A CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE. A COPY OF THE MEMBER OF MANAGEMENT'S DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE IS SENT TO THE ORGANIZATION'S LEGAL DEPARTMENT. A COPY OF THE MEMBER OF MANAGEMENT'S DISCLOSURE IS REVIEWED BY THE ORGANIZATION'S COI COORDINATOR AND ESCALATED TO THE COI COMMITTEE IF NECESSARY. 2. ANNUALLY, EACH MEMBER OF MANAGEMENT COMPLETES AN ANNUAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE ELECTRONICALLY. THE DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE IS REVIEWED THE LEGAL, ORGANIZATIONAL INTEGRITY, INTERNAL AUDIT, AND HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENTS. 3. THERE IS AN ONGOING REQUIREMENT THAT MEMBERS OF MANAGEMENT COMPLETE ANOTHER DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE AT ANY POINT DURING HIS/HER EMPLOYMENT WHEN A NEW POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST ARISES. IF A MEMBER OF MANAGEMENT COMPLETES A DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE AS A RESULT OF A NEW POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST, THAT DISCLOSURE QUESTIONNAIRE IS SUBMITTED TO THE LEGAL, ORGANIZATIONAL INTEGRITY, INTERNAL AUDIT, AND HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENTS. 4. THE LEGAL, ORGANIZATIONAL INTEGRITY, INTERNAL AUDIT, AND HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENTS, IN CONSULTATION WITH EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT, DETERMINE HOW ANY REPORTED CONFLICTS SHOULD BE MANAGED. MANAGEMENT OF A CONFLICT MAY TAKE A VARIETY OF DIFFERENT FORMS FROM IMPLEMENTATION OF A MANAGEMENT PLAN TO REQUIRING THAT THE MEMBER OF MANAGEMENT CEASE THE ACTIVITY CREATING THE CONFLICT OR, IN EXTREME CASES, LEAVE THE ORGANIZATION'S EMPLOYMENT. MANAGEMENT IS DETERMINED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS BASED UPON THE FACTS AND CIRCUMSTANCES SURROUNDING THE DISCLOSURE. THE PURPOSE OF CONFLICT MANAGEMENT IS TO PROVIDE TRANSPARENCY WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION AND TO ENSURE THAT THE ORGANIZATION'S EMPLOYEES ARE ALWAYS ACTING IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE ORGANIZATION.
Process used to establish compensation of top management official Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a THE SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM BOARD OF DIRECTORS (THROUGH ITS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE) USES THE FOLLOWING PROCESS FOR DETERMINING COMPENSATION OF THE TOP MANAGEMENT OFFICIAL, OTHER OFFICERS, AND KEY EMPLOYEES AT SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM. LABOR MARKET DATA REFLECTING COMPARABLE ORGANIZATIONS AND JOBS (PREPARED BY INDEPENDENT FIRMS) ARE RELIED UPON. COMPETITIVE ASSESSMENT REPORTS ARE PROVIDED TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE IN ADVANCE OF MEETINGS. THE COMPETITIVE ASSESSMENT REPORT IS PREPARED BY A NATIONALLY KNOWN INDEPENDENT EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION FIRM AND, FOR FY 2013 (7/1/12-6/30/13), WAS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING INDEPENDENT SURVEYS OF HEALTH CARE EXECUTIVES AT COMPARABLE HEALTH SYSTEMS, HEALTH PLANS, AND MEDICAL GROUPS: * AMERICAN MEDICAL GROUP ASSOCIATION: 2012 MEDICAL GROUP COMPENSATION & FINANCIAL SURVEY * INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE STRATEGIES: 2012 HEALTH CARE EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION SURVEY * MERCER HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING: 2012 EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION SURVEY * MERCER HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING: 2012 INTEGRATED HEALTH NETWORKS COMPENSATION SURVEY * MEDICAL GROUP MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION: 2012 MANAGEMENT COMPENSATION SURVEY * SULLIVAN, COTTER AND ASSOCIATES: 2012 SURVEY OF MANAGER AND EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION IN HOSPITALS AND HEALTH SYSTEMS * SULLIVAN, COTTER AND ASSOCIATES: 2012 PHYSICIAN COMPENSATION AND PRODUCTIVITY SURVEY REPORT * TOWERS WATSON: 2012/2013 HOSPITAL AND HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT COMPENSATION REPORT * TOWERS WATSON: 2012/2013 TOP MANAGEMENT COMPENSATION REPORT * WARREN: 2012 COMPENSATION SURVEY COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS ARE APPROVED BY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS, CONSISTENT WITH THE SPECTRUM HEALTH COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY DESCRIBED BELOW. MINUTES OF COMMITTEE DISCUSSIONS AND DECISIONS ARE PREPARED TO MEMORIALIZE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DECISIONS BASED UPON THE ABOVE DATA. CASH COMPENSATION DATA RELIED UPON BY THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE IS NATIONAL AND REFLECTS THE COMPENSATION PAID TO EXECUTIVES IN COMPARABLE JOBS IN COMPARABLY-SIZED HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS. SPECTRUM HEALTH RECRUITS NATIONALLY FOR ITS EXECUTIVES. BENEFITS DATA REFLECT NATIONAL HEALTHCARE MARKET PRACTICES. GEOGRAPHIC PAY DIFFERENTIAL AND COST OF LIVING DATA INDICATES CONSISTENCY WITH NATIONAL DATA. THIS PROCESS IS INTENDED TO ASSIST SPECTRUM HEALTH IN QUALIFYING FOR THE REBUTTABLE PRESUMPTION OF REASONABLENESS (INTERMEDIATE SANCTIONS REGULATIONS) AND COMPLYING WITH THE POTENTIAL SPECTRUM HEALTH EXCESS BENEFIT TRANSACTION POLICY FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS IN THE GROUP WHO ARE DISQUALIFIED PERSONS. THE OPINION SUBMITTED FROM THE THIRD PARTY INDEPENDENT CONSULTING FIRM IS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF TREASURY REGULATIONS SECTION 53.4958-6(C)(2) AND IS ALSO INTENDED TO SATISFY THE PROFESSIONAL ADVICE REQUIREMENT OF TREASURY REGULATIONS SECTION 53.4958-1(D)(4)(III).
Process used to establish compensation of other officers/key employees Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b SEE EXPLANATION PROVIDED FOR FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 15A.
Governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 THE ORGANIZATION'S ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION HAVE BEEN PROVIDED TO THE STATE OF MICHIGAN AND ARE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC ON THE STATE'S WEBSITE. THE ORGANIZATION'S BYLAWS AND INTERNAL POLICIES ARE GENERALLY NOT MADE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC. THE OVERALL SYSTEM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ARE PROVIDED AT WWW.SPECTRUMHEALTH.ORG IN THE SECTION TITLED "ABOUT US". THE NEXT FISCAL YEAR'S FINANICAL PLAN (INCLUDING ANY HOSPITAL RATE INCREASES) IS DISCUSSED AT AN ANNUAL PUBLIC MEETING AND POSTED TO WWW.SPECTRUMHEALTH.ORG ANNUALLY (UNDER THE SECTION TITLED "ABOUT US").
REPORTED COMPENSATION AND HOURS FORM 990, PART VII, SECTION A THE COMPENSATION REPORTED FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE ORGANIZATION IS NOT FOR SERVICES IN THEIR CAPACITY AS MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BUT FOR SERVICES AS EMPLOYEES OF THE ORGANIZATION OR A RELATED ORGANIZATION. CERTAIN DIRECTORS WERE PAID REASONABLE COMPENSATION FOR THEIR SERVICES AS MEMBERS OF THE BOARD. CONSISTENT WITH PRIOR YEARS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS ARE REPORTED USING THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR YEAR COMPENSATION DATA. THE COMPENSATION FIGURES REPORTED IN THESE SECTIONS ARE FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2012. EMPLOYEES WITH COMPENSATION REPORTED IN PART VII WORK A COMBINED AVERAGE OF 50 HOURS PER WEEK FOR THE REPORTING ORGANIZATION AND/OR A RELATED TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION. CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS WERE EMPLOYED IN THEIR ROLES FOR ONLY A PORTION OF THE FISCAL YEAR, THEREFORE THE CALENDAR YEAR WAGES LISTED DO NOT REFLECT THAT OF AN INDIVIDUAL IN THE ROLE FOR AN ENTIRE CALENDAR YEAR. DURING THE YEAR THIS INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUALS: JILL FERRIS, LORI SMITH.
COMPENSATION OF DIRECTORS FORM 990, PART VII, SECTION A BASED ON EXTERNAL OPINION BY SULLIVAN COTTER AND ASSOCIATES, INC., SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM COMPENSATES BOARD MEMBERS IN A MANNER THAT IS REASONABLE IN RELATION TO MARKET DATA. BOARD OF DIRECTORS COMPENSATION IS CONTINUALLY REVIEWED TO CONFIRM COMPENSATION FALLS WITHIN REASONABLE LIMITS. ANY COMPENSATION AMOUNT IS TREATED AS TAXABLE TO THE BOARD MEMBER AND IS REPORTED AND PROVIDED TO THEM ON FORM 1099.
REPORTING OF INVESTMENTS FORM 990, PART X, LINE 11 THE ORGANIZATION HAS REPORTED CERTAIN INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS WHICH MAY ALSO BE INCLUDED ON THE BALANCE SHEET(S) OF RELATED ENTITIES WITHIN THE SYSTEM.
Other changes in net assets or fund balances Form 990 , Part XI, Line 9 VALUATION ALLOWANCE - -24354440; SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS (EIN 38-1360529) FUND BALANCE TRANSFER - 24999867;
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 51056K
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Additional Data


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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35, 36, or 37.
MediumBulletAttach to Form 990. MediumBullet See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Employer identification number

38-3382353
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income


 		(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity
(1) PHMB PROPERTIES LLC
1231 EAST BELTLINE NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49525
38-2715520 		PROP. MGMT MI 3,364,900 27,170,427 PRIORITY HEALTH
 
(2) MMPC REAL ESTATE LLC
4100 LAKE DR SE STE 300
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49525
26-2744213 		DORMANT MI 0 0 MICHIGAN MEDICAL PATIENT CARE
 
(3) SPECTRUM HEALTH INNOVATIONS LLC
100 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
27-2868213 		IP DEVELOP MI 31,837 5,236,551 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
(4) SHPHC LLC
750 FULLER AVE NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
45-2911064 		DORMANT MI 0 0 SPECTRUM HEALTH CONTINUING CARE
 




Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section


 		(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1) SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS

100 MICHIGAN ST NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 3 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
(2) SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PTNRS

1840 WEALTHY ST SE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49506
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 3 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
(3) SPECTRUM HEALTH FOUNDATION

100 MICHIGAN ST NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
 PHILANTHROPY MI 501(C)(3) 7 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
(4) SPECTRUM HEALTH CONTINUING CARE

750 FULLER AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
 REHAB/CARE MI 501(C)(3) 9 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
(5) SH CONTINUING CARE CENTER

750 FULLER AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
 REHAB/NRS MI 501(C)(3) 9 SPECTRUM HEALTH CONTINUING CARE
 
Yes
 
(6) SH KENT COMMUNITY CAMPUS

750 FULLER AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 3 SPECTRUM HEALTH CONTINUING CARE
 
Yes
 
(7) SPECTRUM HEALTH WORTH SERVICES

750 FULLER AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 9 SPECTRUM HEALTH CONTINUING CARE
 
Yes
 
(8) VISITING NURSE SERVICES OF WEST MI

750 FULLER AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 9 SPECTRUM HEALTH CONTINUING CARE
 
Yes
 
(9) PRIORITY HEALTH

1231 EAST BELTLINE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49525
 HMO MI 501(C)(4) N/A SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
(10) TRINITY HEALTH PLANS

1231 EAST BELTLINE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49525
 HMO MGMT MI 501(C)(4) N/A PRIORITY HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(11) PH GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS INC

1231 EAST BELTLINE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49525
 HMO MI 501(C)(3) 9 PRIORITY HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(12) SH UNITED MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

615 S BOWER

GREENVILLE,MI48838
 PHILANTHROPY MI 501(C)(3) 11 - Type I SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED
 
Yes
 
(13) SPECTRUM HEALTH KELSEY

615 S BOWER

GREENVILLE,MI48838
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 3 SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED
 
Yes
 
(14) REED CITY HOSPITAL CORPORATION

300 N PATTERSON RD

REED CITY,MI49677
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 3 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
(15) NEWAYGO COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION

212 S SULLIVAN AVENUE

FREMONT,MI49412
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 3 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
(16) MMPC FOUNDATION

4100 LAKE DR SE STE 300

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49546
 PHILANTHROPY MI 501(C)(3) N/A MICHIGAN MEDICAL PATIENT CARE
 
Yes
 
(17) KENT COMMUNITY HEALTH FOUNDATION

750 FULLER AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
 PHILANTHROPY MI 501(C)(3) 11 - Type III - FI SPECTRUM HEALTH KENT COMMUNITY CAMPUS
 
Yes
 
(18) ZEELAND COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

8333 FELCH STREET

ZEELAND,MI49464
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 3 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
(19) SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED

615 S BOWER

GREENVILLE,MI48838
 HEALTHCARE MI 501(C)(3) 3 SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
 
Yes
 
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50135Y
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



 		(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




 		(i)
Code V—UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
 		(j)
General or
managing
partner?



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization
 		(b)
Primary activity
 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity
 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust) 		(f)
Share of total income
 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets
 		(h)
Percentage
ownership
 		(i)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1) HELEN DEVOS WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S HEALTH PAVILION ASSOCIATION

330 BARCLAY NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
38-3264184 		MGMT MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
(2) PARTNERSHIP FOR CHILDREN'S HEALTH

1840 WEALTHY ST SE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49506
38-3364676 		MGED CARE MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
(3) THE FRED AND LENA MEIJER HEART CENTER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

100 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
83-0464302 		MGMT MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
(4) CAMPUS TOWNE CENTER CONDO ASSC

4868 LAKE MICHIGAN DRIVE
ALLENDALE,MI49401
38-2910067 		MGMT MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
(5) PRIORITY HEALTH INSURANCE COMPANY

1231 EAST BELTLINE NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49525
20-1529553 		INSURANCE MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
(6) PRIORITY HEALTH MANAGED BENEFITS

1231 EAST BELTLINE NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49525
38-3085182 		ADMIN MI SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
  		C CORPORATION 152,681,541 39,318,247 100 % Yes  
(7) MICHIGAN MEDICAL PATIENT CARE

1840 WEALTHY ST SE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49506
38-2851295 		MEDICAL MI SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
  		C CORPORATION 2,354,632 3,786,242 100 % Yes  
(8) WEST MICHIGAN HEART

2900 BRADFORD STREET NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49525
38-2125186 		PHYSICIANS MI SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
  		C CORPORATION 34,641,406 9,974,169 100 % Yes  
(9) IDEOMED INC

100 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
61-1613614 		PROD DEVL MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
(10) SPECTRUM HEALTH PHYSICIAN ALLIANCE

100 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
37-1655728 		PHYSICIANS MI SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM
  		C CORPORATION 110 1,116,944 100 % Yes  
(11) 35 MICHIGAN STREET CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

35 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
27-2193084 		MGMT MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
(12) LEMMEN-HOLTON CANCER PAVILION CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

145 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
16-1734150 		MGMT MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
(13) MUSCULOSKELETAL CENTER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

230 MICHIGAN NE STE 300
GRAND RAPIDS,MI49503
38-3180086 		MGMT MI N/A
 C CORPORATION       Yes  
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
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Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.)
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest (ii) annuities (iii) royalties or (iv) rent from a controlled entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1a
Yes
 
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1b
Yes
 
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1c
Yes
 
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1d
Yes
 
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
 
No
f Dividends from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1f
 
No
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1g
 
No
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1h
 
No
i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1i
 
No
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1j
Yes
 
k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1k
 
No
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1l
Yes
 
m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1m
Yes
 
n Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1n
 
No
o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1o
Yes
 
p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1p
 
No
q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1q
Yes
 
r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1r
Yes
 
s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1s
Yes
 
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of other organization 		(b)
Transaction
type (a-s) 		(c)
Amount involved 		(d)
Method of determining amount involved
(1) SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS

 A 22,341 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(2) SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS

 A 611,124 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(3) SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS

 B 494,077 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(4) SPECTRUM HEALTH FOUNDATION

 C 1,173,791 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(5) SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS

 C 988,139 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(6) PRIORITY HEALTH

 D 1,802,373 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(7) IDEOMED

 L 6,324 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(8) NEWAYGO COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION

 L 144,076 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(9) PRIORITY HEALTH

 L 94,930,285 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(10) REED CITY HOSPITAL CORPORATION

 L 149,798 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(11) SPECTRUM HEALTH FOUNDATION

 L 12,000 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(12) SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITALS

 L 224,264,676 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(13) SPECTRUM HEALTH PHYSICAN ALLIANCE

 L 155,010 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(14) SPECTRUM HEALTH PRIMARY CARE PARTNERS

 L 43,689,230 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(15) SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED

 L 386,498 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(16) WEST MICHIGAN HEART

 L 716,434 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(17) IDEOMED

 M 2,836,130 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(18) NEWAYGO COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION

 M 1,000 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(19) PRIORITY HEALTH

 M 23,802,761 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(20) REED CITY HOSPITAL CORPORATION

 M 2,000 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(21) SPECTRUM HEALTH FOUNDATION

 M 5,000 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(22) SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED

 M 11,935 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
(23) SPECTRUM HEALTH HOSPITAL

 S 24,999,687 GAAP, CASH, OR FMV
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Page 4
Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 37.)
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under section 512-514)

(e)
Are all partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations? 		(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations? 		(i)
Code V—UBI
amount in box 20
of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065) 		(j)
General or
managing
partner? 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No Yes No






























Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Schedule R (Form 990) 2012
Page 5
Part VII
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
SECTION 512(B)(13) CONTROLLED ENTITY PART II, COLUMN (G) THE ORGANIZATION IS THE COMMON PARENT ORGANIZATION OF A CONSOLIDATED HEALTH SYSTEM, SPECTRUM HEALTH SYSTEM.
IDENTIFICATION OF RELATED ORGANIZATIONS PART IV 35 MICHIGAN STREET CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION AND LEMMEN-HOLTON CANCER PAVILION CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION ARE INCLUDED ON SCHEDULE R, PART IV AS THE VOTING POWER IS CONTROLLING UNDER THE CONSTRUCTIVE OWNERSHIP RULES OF UNDER SECTION 318 OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE. SCHEDULE R, PART IV, COLUMNS (F) SHARE OF TOTAL INCOME AND (G) SHARE OF END-OF-YEAR ASSETS ARE REPORTED BASED ON OWNERSHIP RATHER THAN VOTING POWER. SCHEDULE R, PART IV, COLUMN (H) IS REPORTED BASED ON THE GREATER OF OWNERSHIP OR VOTING POWER.

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