Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
| (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 listed in your governing document? | (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) | (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions) | |
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SAINT BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER |
221494440 | 03 | Yes | 0 | 0 | |
| (B)
MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER |
223452412 | 03 | Yes | 0 | 0 | |
| (C)
NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER |
223452311 | 03 | Yes | 0 | 0 | |
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CLARA MAASS MEDICAL CENTER |
221500556 | 03 | Yes | 0 | 0 | |
| (E)
COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER |
223452306 | 03 | Yes | 0 | 0 | |
| (F)
KIMBALL MEDICAL CENTER |
223452413 | 03 | Yes | 0 | 0 | |
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SAINT BARNABAS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER |
222977312 | 03 | Yes | 0 | 0 | |
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JERSEY CITY MEDICAL CENTER |
222783298 | 03 | No | 0 | 0 | |
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(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 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. | ||||||
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(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 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 VI.).. | ||||||
| 11 | Total support Add lines 7 through 10. | ||||||
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) ![]() |
(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 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.) | ||||||
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) ![]() |
(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 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 VI.) .. | ||||||
| 13 | Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.).. | ||||||
| Section A - Adjusted Net Income | (A) Prior Year |
(B) Current Year (optional) |
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| 1 | Net short-term capital gain | 1 | ||||
| 2 | Recoveries of prior-year distributions | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Other gross income (see instructions) | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Add lines 1 through 3 | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Depreciation and depletion | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Other expenses (see instructions) | 7 | ||||
| 8 | Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) | 8 | ||||
| Section B - Minimum Asset Amount | (A) Prior Year |
(B) Current Year (optional) |
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| 1 | Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): | 1 | ||||
| a | Average monthly value of securities | 1a | ||||
| b | Average monthly cash balances | 1b | ||||
| c | Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets | 1c | ||||
| d | Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) | 1d | ||||
| e | Discount claimed for blockage or other factors (explain in detail in Part VI): | |||||
| 2 | Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Subtract line 2 from line 1d | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 1-1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Multiply line 5 by .035 | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Recoveries of prior-year distributions | 7 | ||||
| 8 | Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) | 8 | ||||
| Section C - Distributable Amount | Current Year | |||||
| 1 | Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) | 1 | ||||
| 2 | Enter 85% of line 1 | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Income tax imposed in prior year | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Check here if the current year is the organization's first as a non-functionally-integrated Type III supporting organization (see instructions) | |||||
| Section D - Distributions | Current Year | |
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| 1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes | ||
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| 3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations | ||
| 4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets | ||
| 5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required) | ||
| 6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions | ||
| 7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6. | ||
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Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide details in Part VI). See instructions |
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| 9 Distributable amount for 2014 from Section C, line 6 | ||
| 10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount | ||
| Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) |
(i) Excess Distributions |
(ii) Underdistributions Pre-2014 |
(iii) Distributable Amount for 2014 |
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Distributable amount for 2014 from Section C, line 6 |
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Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2014 (reasonable cause required--see instructions) |
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| 3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2014: | ||||
| a From 2009.......X | ||||
| b From 2010.......X | ||||
| c From 2011.......X | ||||
| d From 2012.......X | ||||
| e From 2013....... | ||||
| fTotal of lines 3a through e | ||||
| g Applied to underdistributions of prior years | ||||
| h Applied to 2014 distributable amount | ||||
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Carryover from 2009 not applied (see instructions) |
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| j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from 3f. | ||||
| 4Distributions for 2014 from Section D, line 7: | ||||
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| a Applied to underdistributions of prior years | ||||
| b Applied to 2014 distributable amount | ||||
| c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4. | ||||
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Remaining underdistributions for years prior to 2014, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2 (if amount greater than zero, see instructions) |
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Remaining underdistributions for 2014. Subtract lines 3h and 4b from line 1 (if amount greater than zero, see instructions) |
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7 Excess distributions carryover to 2015. Add lines 3j and 4c. |
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| 8 Breakdown of line 7: | ||||
| a From 2010.......X | ||||
| b From 2011.......X | ||||
| c From 2012.......X | ||||
| d From 2013....... | ||||
| e From 2014....... | ||||
| Facts And Circumstances Test |
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| Return Reference | Explanation |
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| SCHEDULE A, PART IV, QUESTION 1 | ALL OF THE SUPPORTED ORGANIZATIONS OF BARNABAS HEALTH, INC. ARE LISTED IN |
| SCHEDULE A, PART IV, QUESTION 5A | PLEASE REFER TO OUR WRITTEN RESPONSE TO CORE FORM, PART VI, QUESTION 4 |
| SCHEDULE A, PART IV, QUESTION 6 | PLEASE REFER TO SCHEDULE I, PART II. |
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| CORE FORM, PART I, LINE 5; TOTAL NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS EMPLOYED | BARNABAS HEALTH, INC. ("BH") IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT COMPANY LOCATED IN WEST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY. BH IS THE SOLE CORPORATE MEMBER OR SOLE SHAREHOLDER OF AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS AND SUBSIDIARIES AND PROVIDES MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO THOSE ORGANIZATIONS WHILE OPERATING AN INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM. BH WAS ORGANIZED TO DEVELOP AND OPERATE A MULTIHOSPITAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM PROVIDING A COMPREHENSIVE SPECTRUM OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES, PRINCIPALLY TO THE RESIDENTS OF NEW JERSEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS. THE SERVICES AND FACILITIES OF BH INCLUDE: ACUTE CARE HOSPITALS, AMBULATORY CARE FACILITIES, HOME CARE AND HOSPICE SERVICES, GERIATRIC SERVICES, A FREESTANDING INPATIENT PSYCHIATRIC FACILITY AND STATE WIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK, A BURN TREATMENT FACILITY, COMPREHENSIVE CARDIAC SURGERY SERVICES, INCLUDING A HEART TRANSPLANT CENTER, A LUNG TRANSPLANT CENTER, KIDNEY TRANSPLANT CENTERS, COMPREHENSIVE CANCER SERVICES, COMPREHENSIVE BREAST CENTERS, AND THE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF NEW JERSEY AT NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER AND THE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AT MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER. BH OWNS 100% OF THE COMMON STOCK OF SBC MANAGEMENT CORPORATION; A FOR-PROFIT ENTITY. SBC MANAGEMENT CORPORATION EMPLOYS INDIVIDUALS WHO PERFORM SERVICES ON BEHALF OF BARNABAS HEALTH AND ITS AFFILIATES. ACCORDINGLY, THIS FORM 990 TREATS INDIVIDUALS EMPLOYED BY SBC MANAGEMENT CORPORATION WITH THE TITLE OF VICE PRESIDENT AND ABOVE AS AN OFFICER OF BH. IN ADDITION, THE KEY EMPLOYEES REFLECTED ON THIS FORM 990 WHO PROVIDE SERVICES ON BEHALF OF BH AND ITS AFFILIATES ARE ALSO EMPLOYED BY SBC MANAGEMENT CORPORATION. FURTHERMORE, A TRUSTEE AND A KEY EMPLOYEE WHO PERFORM SERVICES ON BEHALF OF BH AND ITS AFFILIATES ARE ALSO EMPLOYED BY NEWARK BETH ISRAEL MEDICAL CENTER; A TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION WHOSE SOLE MEMBER IS BH. BOTH ARE REFLECTED ON THIS FORM 990. AN OFFICER AND A KEY EMPLOYEE WHO PERFORM SERVICES ON BEHALF OF BH AND ITS AFFILIATES ARE ALSO EMPLOYED BY SAINT BARNABAS MEDICAL CENTER; A TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION WHOSE SOLE MEMBER IS BH. BOTH ARE REFLECTED ON THIS FORM 990. A TRUSTEE WHO PERFORMS SERVICES ON BEHALF OF BH AND ITS AFFILIATES IS ALSO EMPLOYED BY MONMOUTH MEDICAL CENTER; A TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION WHOSE SOLE MEMBER IS BH AND IS REFLECTED ON THIS FORM 990. IN ADDITION, OTHER AFFILIATES WITHIN THE SYSTEM ALSO EMPLOY INDIVIDUALS WHO PERFORM SERVICES ON BEHALF OF BH AND ITS AFFILIATES. ACCORDINGLY, THIS FORM 990 ALSO TREATS THESE INDIVIDUALS EMPLOYED BY OTHER AFFILIATES WITHIN THE SYSTEM WITH THE TITLE OF VICE PRESIDENT AND ABOVE AS AN OFFICER OF BH. BH ITSELF HAS NO PAID EMPLOYEES AND FILES NO FORMS W-2 OR W-3. ITSELF. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Barnabas Health =============== Barnabas Health, Inc. is a not-for-profit healthcare organization with corporate offices in West Orange, New Jersey. Barnabas Health ("BH"), is the sole corporate member of various healthcare-related organizations, the majority of which are tax-exempt entities. The internal revenue service ("IRS") has recognized BH as being a tax-exempt organization under internal revenue code ("IRC") section 501(c)(3). As the parent organization of the largest tax-exempt integrated healthcare delivery system in New Jersey, BH strives to continually develop and operate a multi-hospital healthcare system which provides substantial community benefit through a comprehensive spectrum of healthcare services to the residents of New Jersey and surrounding communities. BH ensures that its system provides medically necessary healthcare services to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, financial status or disability. No individual is denied necessary medical care, treatment or service. Moreover, BH provides healthcare services to patients who meet certain criteria defined by the New Jersey Department of Health without charge or at amounts less than established rates. BH maintains records to identify and monitor the amount of charity care it provides. These records include the amount of charges foregone for services and supplies furnished under its charity care policy. BH provides treatment and services for more than two million patient visits each year: 215,000 inpatients and Same Day Surgery patients; 540,000 Emergency Department patients; over 1.7 million outpatients and home health visits; and delivers more than 20,000 babies annually. BH employs approximately 21,151 individuals (making BH New Jersey's second largest private employer). Women and minorities are well-represented among System employees, participating in all levels within the organization. In total, more than 74% of System employees are women, and more than 50% of System employees are minorities. Meanwhile, women represent approximately 42% of executives and senior officials, approximately 70% of first and mid-level officials and approximately 79% of professionals employed by BH. Likewise, minorities represent approximately 11% of executives and senior officials, approximately 32% of first and mid-level officials and approximately 47% of professionals employed by BH. BH has medical staffs with an aggregate of approximately 5,200 active physicians and approximately 550 residents. More than 300 trustees and 3,100 volunteers provide service as part of BH. BH includes seven acute care hospitals (four are teaching hospitals), two children's hospitals, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory care and diagnostic facilities, geriatric centers, a free-standing inpatient psychiatric facility, the state's largest statewide behavioral health network, comprehensive hospice and home care programs, multi-site radiology centers, pharmacy services, three accountable care organizations and the Barnabas Health Medical Group. Among BH's nationally recognized services and facilities are: -New Jersey's only certified Burn Treatment Facility and one of the largest in the U.S. that treats more than 400 patients annually; - Comprehensive cardiac surgery services for adults and children; - the state's oldest and most experienced heart transplant program, has performed over 800 transplants (2014 volume ranks in nation's top ten programs); - Joint commission certification in acute coronary syndrome at the six BH acute care hospitals; - New Jersey's only lung transplant program; - a leading regional kidney transplant center that ranks in the top 10 of 240 centers by volume in the nation and the third largest living donor transplant center in the US -- the program performed the first laparoscopic kidney retrieval in a living donor and the first robotic kidney transplant surgery in the world; - a renowned neurology and neurosurgery programs including a designated Level 4 Specialized Epilepsy Center for adults and children; - three Valerie Fund children's centers for cancer and blood disorders; - The Institute for Reproductive Medicine and Science; - nationally recognized geriatric services; - comprehensive cancer services; - The Jacqueline M. Wilentz comprehensive breast center and a regional breast surgical program of women physicians; - one state-accredited comprehensive stroke center and four state-accredited primary stroke centers; - Comprehensive Breast Center at the Saint Barnabas Ambulatory Care Center; highest number of mammograms and breast imaging exams annually in the region and one of the highest in the U.S; - three regional perinatal centers with the highest level neonatal intensive care units; - comprehensive women's and children's services, including the Unterberg Children's Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center and Children's Hospital of New Jersey at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center which houses New Jersey's only neonatal ECMO program for life support; a pediatric cardiac surgical program in partnership with NYU School of Medicine; amongst many more services; and - three Regional Perinatal Centers and two Regional Intermediate Centers. Graduate Medical Education and other education programs ------------------------------------------------------- BH recognizes the important responsibility it has and contribution it continues to make to the community in helping to train tomorrow's healthcare providers so that New Jersey citizens continue to receive outstanding clinical care. Multidisciplinary education is important in the clinical domain since the care of patients depends on so many members of the multidisciplinary team. The medical education programs within the BH system include undergraduate medical education, graduate medical education, continuing medical education and allied health professions education. Graduate medical education programs are sponsored by the four teaching institutions affiliated with the system: Jersey City Medical Center, Monmouth Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, and Saint Barnabas Medical Center. At the undergraduate level, we have affiliations with 4 medical schools. The system is a major clinical campus for medical students from Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School (Newark, NJ), Drexel University College of Medicine (Philadelphia), the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (Old Westbury, NY), and Saint George's School of Medicine (Grenada, for junior year clerkship and senior year electives). Clinical research and public health issues are an integral part of our education mission. These medical students train in our facilities for both their required and elective rotations. We also partner with schools of pharmacy, nursing, radiation technology, and respiratory therapy. Our advanced clinical programs (e.g. Burn, transplant) also host students from a variety of clinical disciplines as well as professionals already in practice who hope to advance their skills. For graduate medical education, our four teaching hospitals host more than 550 residents and fellows in specialty training across more than 20 programs including specialty and subspecialty training. While we acknowledge our obligation to these young professionals who have chosen BH for this segment of their education, we also recognize their important contribution to patient care and the oversight that needs to be assured so that patients receive appropriate care under the supervision of experienced attending physicians. Continuing medical education ("CME") activities are conducted throughout the system, with our hospitals accredited by the Medical Society of New Jersey to offer category 1 AMA-PRA CME to the physicians in the community. In addition to education and training programs for physicians, there are a large number of professional training and education programs for other clinical personnel including nurses, physician assistants, pharmacy, physical therapists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, radiology techs, radiation therapy techs, dieticians, EMTs and paramedics, respiratory techs and medical techs. BH believes that the highest quality clinical education results in the highest quality patient care and ultimately delivers to our patients the most current, cost-effective, and integrated medical care possible. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Affiliation History with University of Medicine and Dentistry ------------------------------------------------------------- In January 2008, the system entered into a new agreement with the University of Medicine and Dentistry in New Jersey - New Jersey Medical School ("UMDNJ-NJMS") in New Jersey to form a comprehensive academic affiliation and strategic alliance, thereby creating an affiliation including two of New Jersey's academic and provider systems. Saint Barnabas Medical Center and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center became major teaching affiliates of UMDNJ-NJMS and members of the faculty at each of these two hospitals have participated in a number of UMDNJ-NJMS sponsored continuing medical education programs. Members of the faculty from UMDNJ-NJMS have participated in BH's educational programs as well. In addition, the two systems evaluate a number of joint program development initiatives. The system believes that the affiliation with the UMDNJ-NJMS and its substantial programs in clinical research and basic scientific investigation strengthen its medical education and research activities. As a result of the New Jersey Medical and Health Sciences Education Restructuring Act, on July 1, 2013, most schools and units of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), transferred to Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, including the New Jersey Medical School. BH continues its medical education relationship with Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School. The University Hospital ("UH") was spun off as a freestanding institution with its own Board of Directors. In 2013, BH entered into a consultative service agreement with UH. Barnabas Health Quality ----------------------- The BH quality program is organized around five major portfolios of activity, which represent important content areas of quality that span across all of our affiliate sites: Care Excellence, Resource Management, Clinical Excellence, Patient Safety, and meeting and exceeding Industry Standards (compliance with Licensure, Accreditation and Regulatory requirements). To be successful at improving these major areas of quality, we rely on the principles of being committed to quality, being responsible for quality and fully engaged in quality improvement. Quality improvement requires data and process analysis, teamwork and facilitation, and a project management mindset that allows us to manage our work and drive improvement. Each BH employee independently contributes to ensuring that clinical care and the patient and family/caregiver experience are outstanding. We help our physicians and staff to do better by assuring that they have an appropriate environment within which they can provide care: - Culture of Responsibility: Our employees take care of you. That means you can count on asking and receiving the information you need, the care you deserve, and a helpful, willingness to deliver care, no matter which BH facility you visit. - Continuous Improvement: We listen to our patients, medical staff and employees, and analyze our own performance. We strive to continuously grow and improve care by applying best practices and developing new ways to deliver on excellence. - Culture of Quality: We not only look for ways to improve, we reward our employees and staff by recognizing outstanding care, excellence in clinical programs, extraordinary patient outcomes and bold leadership. Patient Satisfaction -------------------- The function of patient satisfaction/experience is active in each of the BH hospitals - a department of patient satisfaction was a first in New Jersey when it was created. The patient satisfaction team ensures hands-on responsiveness to patients and their families, and provides a forum where patients, families and community members can openly communicate their ideas. Constant evaluation of and attention to patients' opinions through formalized surveys helps BH identify areas of strength and the areas where there can be improvement. BH is committed to fulfilling our ethical obligation to provide the finest healing environment for our patients and their families, and a positive, fulfilling work environment for our physicians and employees. Awards and Honors ================= BH's commitment to quality and service has resulted in many awards and recognitions for the system and its centers. These include, but are not limited, to: Barnabas Health --------------- BH is active in providing high quality services and in promoting wellness and health for all its communities. - BH was named to Modern Healthcare's 2014 list of "Best Places to Work in Healthcare," a compilation of healthcare organizations that provide excellent work environments and outstanding benefits to their employees. BH is among 100 healthcare employers across the United States named to the list and the only healthcare system in New Jersey to receive this national recognition. - Becker's Healthcare named BH in its 2014 list of "150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare," a compilation of hospitals, health systems, ambulatory surgery centers, physician groups, vendors and other healthcare organizations that provide excellent work environments and outstanding benefits to their employees. - BH hospitals received top scores among New Jersey healthcare institutions in Hospital Safety Scores released in 2014 by The Leapfrog Group. Six of seven BH hospitals received an "A," the highest score, and one received a "B." The report cards awarded letter grades for 2,539 institutions in the nation, including 67 New Jersey hospitals. The scores are assigned to hospitals based on infections, injuries and medical and medication errors. - BH is now the premier partner for Special Olympics, New Jersey, and a HEALTHY COMMUNITY PROGRAM partner. BH served as the only healthcare Founding Partner of the 2014 Special Olympics USA Games. As part of its commitment to the 2014 USA Games, BH was designated the Presenting Sponsor of Family Programs and a Contributing Sponsor to the Healthy Young Athletes Program. Additionally, BH provided more than 1,200 volunteers at and leading up to the 2014 USA Games. Prior to the Games, BH hosted special events at all of its facilities for athletes competing at the 2014 USA Games and their families. - BH is accredited as a CEO Cancer Gold Standard employer and was re-accredited as a CEO Cancer Gold Standard employer for 2015. This prestigious designation recognizes the System for its dedication and commitment to maintaining a high standard of excellence in cancer prevention, early detection and quality care for its employees and their families. The CEO Gold Standard was created by the CEO Roundtable on Cancer -- a nonprofit organization of CEOs devoted to fighting cancer -- in collaboration with the National Cancer Institute, many of its designated cancer centers, and leading health non-profit organizations and professionals. Today, more than one million employees and family members are benefiting from the vision and leadership of employers who have chosen to become Gold Standard accredited. - BH is the "Official HealthCare Provider" of Seton Hall University Athletics. BH provides health and wellness services to the University's Athletics Department, including the Seton Hall Pirates' 14 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men's and women's teams, club sports, intramurals and staff. Working closely with the director of sports medicine, team doctors and athletics administration, BH offers access to a myriad of specialists for students, faculty and staff as well as health education, wellness and fitness programs to keep students healthy while providing the best care possible. - BH was selected to advise the new board of University Hospital, Newark, New Jersey. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Clara Maass Medical Center ("CMMC") ----------------------------------- CMMC is the recipient of numerous awards and honors including, but not limited to, the following: - Becker's Hospital Review - a national publication focused on the business and legal issues of health systems - selected Clara Maass as one of its "100 Hospitals with Great Heart Programs." - CMMC received its seventh Grade "A" score in Hospital Safety by the Leapfrog Group, making it one of 182 hospitals in the entire nation to achieve an "A" in all seven scores released from the nation's leading experts on patient safety. - CMMC was recognized as a top-performer in the state of New Jersey in providing patients recommended care in four areas: Heart Attack, Pneumonia, Heart Failure and Surgical Infection Prevention, according to a report released in June 2013 by the New Jersey State Department of Health. The overall hospital score was 100 percent for CMMC for patients who are being treated for Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Pneumonia and for patients undergoing Surgical Procedures, ranking it in first place among hospitals in the state and giving it the top score among hospitals in Essex County. The report cited CMMC for having an excellent record of patient safety, scoring zero or very low in the number of unsafe incidences involving patients. - In 2014, CMMC received the Mission: Lifeline Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer severe heart attacks. It also received its fifth consecutive Grade "A" score in Hospital Safety by the Leapfrog Group, making it one of 251 hospitals in the entire nation to achieve an "A" in all five scores releases from the nation's leading experts on patient safety. - The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in America, named CCMC a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for 2014 - the Medical Center's third year in a row to receive this designation based. - Thomson Reuters (now Truven Health Analytics) named CMMC one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals in 2012. CMMC was also named an Everest Award winner by Thomson Reuters, a distinction for only 12 hospitals among the 100 winners for delivering the greatest rate of improvement over five years. - HealthGrades - a nationwide online resource center regarding physicians and hospitals, recognized CMMC with a Patient Safety Excellence Award for 2013, in April. The recognition places CMMC in the top 10 percent nationwide for patient safety. The nationwide study recognized 379 hospitals overall, based on an assessment of 13 patient safety indicators - including rates of infection, correct medicine dosage and how well the nursing staff communicated. In 2015, CMMC was one of only seven hospitals in New Jersey and one of 494 hospitals nationwide to earn a Patient Safety Excellence Award from Healthgrades. - CMMC has achieved Joint Commission disease specific care certification in Acute Coronary Syndrome ("ACS"), Heart Failure, Total Hip Replacement, Total Knew Replacement and Total Knee Replacement. - The Cancer Center is accredited by the American College of Surgeons. - The Radiation Oncology Department is accredited by the American College of Radiology; mammography meets the Mammography Quality Standards Act. - CMMC is a New Jersey Department of Health designated primary stroke center. - The Center for Sleep Disorders is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine - Laboratory accredited by the College of American Pathologists ("CAP") - For 2014-15, U.S. News & World Report ranked CMMC among the 50 Best Regional Hospitals in the New York Metro Area as a high-performing hospital in Diabetes & Endocrinology and Neurology & Neurosurgery. It is the fourth consecutive year that CMMC has been listed by U.S. News & World Report among the best hospitals in the New York Metro Area in its "Best Hospitals" edition. Community Medical Center ("CMC") -------------------------------- CMC has been recognized with distinguished awards for clinical excellence. Some of these are listed below: - The hospital was surveyed by the Joint Commission and received its triennial re-accreditation for the hospital, home care and hospice programs. - The hospital is the recipient of the Joint Commission - Gold Seal of Approval for acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, cardiac rehabilitation, total joint replacement hip & knee, and stroke care. - The New Jersey Department of Health designated CMC as a primary stroke center. - The Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons has granted 3-year accreditation to the J. Phillip Citta Regional Cancer Center at CMC for maintaining excellence in the delivery of comprehensive patient-centered care. The program has been designated as a community hospital comprehensive cancer program since 1986. - The American College of Radiology renewed accreditations for mammography services, stereotactic breast, ultrasound breast, ultrasound GYN, general ultrasound, nuclear medicine, MRI, radiation oncology and Breast Center of Excellence. - The National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) has designated CMC's Epilepsy Program at the Jay & Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute as a Level 3 Epilepsy Center. Level 3 epilepsy centers have the professional expertise and facilities to provide the highest level medical evaluation and treatment for patients with complex epilepsy. - The American Diabetes Association (ADA) Education Recognition Certificate for a quality diabetes self-management education program was awarded to the Center for Diabetes Education at CMC - CMC received an "A" in the Hospital Safety Score from The Leapfrog Group Healthgrades awards: - America's 50 Best Hospitals: 2011, 2012, 2013 - Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence since 2005 - Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award - Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award - Maternity Care Excellence Award - Orthopedic Care Excellence Award - Pulmonary Care Excellence Award - Coronary Interventional Excellence Award - Five-star for Treatment of Heart Attack - Five-star for Treatment of Heart Failure - Five star rating for Critical Care Jersey City Medical Center ("JCMC") ----------------------------------- JCMC has been recognized for its excellence in providing care and support for the health and wellness of our community. The following is a listing of awards and designations recently received by the JCMC in recognition of its service to the community. - Recognized on the American Hospital Association's Equity of Care National Listing as "National Best in Class Hospital for Diversity in Leadership and Governance" - DNV fully accredited hospital - Seven consecutive "A" ratings in hospital safety from the independent Leapfrog Group - US News & World Report - best regional hospital listing (high performance in nephrology 2012 - 2013) - Magnet designation and re-designation (2014) for excellence in patient care by the American Nurses Credentialing Center - Recognized by the American College of Surgeons for "Excellence in Trauma" 2013 - State designated regional trauma center - First emergency medical service ("EMS") in the US to earn triple accreditation in dispatch, education, and emergency medical service - CEO Cancer Round Table - Gold standard - Gold Plus achievement award in stroke quality care from the American Heart and Stroke Association, four consecutive years (2012 - 2015) - State designated Regional Heart Center - 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare, ranked nationally by Modern Healthcare Magazine 2011 - 100 Best Places to Work in the Healthcare Field by Becker's Hospital Review, 2012-2013 - Castle Connolly "Top Hospital in NJ" under 350 beds, 2010 , 2011 and 2015 - CHF Gold Award from American Heart and Stroke Association - American Heath Association Named JCMC a "Gold Fit-Friendly" Company in 2013 & 2014 - State Designated Regional Neonatal Intensive Care ("NICU") Center for Diagnosis and Treatment of most critically ill newborns - Cristie Kerr Women's Health Center is located in our medical office building on the JCMC Campus - Primary Stroke Center approved by the NJ Department of Health |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Monmouth Medical Center ("MMC") ------------------------------- MMC is the recipient of numerous awards and honors including, but not limited to, the following: - Received an "A" Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national non-profit organization of employer purchasers of healthcare and the nation's leading experts on patient safety. Among only 251 hospitals in the entire nation to have achieved an "A" grade in all five score releases of the hospital safety scores. - Named one of the nation's Top Performers on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in America. MMC was one of 14 hospitals in New Jersey to achieve this important designation, and is among just two hospitals in Monmouth and Ocean counties to earn this recognition. - Recognized by The Joint Commission for exemplary performance in using evidence -based clinical processes that are shown to improve care for certain conditions, including heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, surgical care, children's asthma, stroke and venous thromboembolism, as well as inpatient psychiatric services. This was the second year in a row that MMC was recognized as a Top Performer, and MMC is one of only 244 hospitals that achieved the distinction two years in a row. - Received TJC Disease Specific Certification for Acute Coronary Syndrome, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Breast Cancer and Hip/Knee Replacement and Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke and recently added spine surgery. MMC is the only hospital in the region to achieve Advanced Certification for Heart Failure. - Rated in the top five percent of the nation for both emergency medicine and maternity care by Healthgrades for three years in a row - 2010 through 2012. - The Pain Care Service at MMC was recently recognized by HCAHPS for outstanding scores well above state and national rankings in the area of pain management. Ranked in the 99th percentile in the state and the 90th percentile nationally for pain management. - Named a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery - a prominent designation recognizing surgical programs with a demonstrated track record of exceptional patient outcomes. MMC was the first in New Jersey to perform laparoscopic gastric bypass and is among the most highly experienced centers in the tri-state area. - The Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center at MMC is New Jersey's only certified quality breast center of excellence - the highest certification level offered by the National Quality Measures for Breast Centers (NQMBC). The Center is a recipient of the Women's Choice Award as one of America's Best Breast Centers, acknowledging its dedication to providing exceptional patient care and treatment. - MMC holds the Gold Seal of Accreditation from the American College of Radiology for its advanced imaging systems, and was the first in New Jersey and the 20th in the nation to achieve this status for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the breast. - MMC was chosen by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement as one of only 14 hospitals in the nation and the only hospital in New Jersey to participate in a key national initiative to improve care for heart failure patients. - MMC joined a select group of 13 U.S. hospitals chosen to participate in the Radiologic Society of North America Image Share Network. MMC is the only facility in New Jersey to be chosen for this project. - The Unterberg Children's Hospital at MMC was the first hospital in New Jersey to open a level III neonatal intensive care unit. It has one of the highest survival rates among neonatal intensive care units in the county and ranks in the top one-third for survival among such units that participated in Vermont/Oxford Network's international database for benchmarking. - MMC has one of only three cystic fibrosis centers in the state and has earned a prestigious distinction as a comprehensive CF center. It is the oldest and largest of the centers in New Jersey. - MMC has received full accreditation as a cycle III accredited chest pain center from the Society of Chest Pain Centers ("SCPC"). Cycle III is the highest level of accreditation. - MMC received CT accreditation from the American College of Radiology ("ACR") with zero deficiencies. MMC has been granted ultrasound accreditation by the ACR ultrasound committee. - U.S. News & World Report recognized MMC as a regional leader in cancer, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology and neurosurgery. - MMC is Drexel University's largest major academic medical affiliate in New Jersey and is the only area academic medical center to achieve regional medical campus status. - MMC is recognized as a distinguished academic medical center among an elite group of the nation's nine leading teaching hospitals, by Press Ganey. - Established the first comprehensive Sleep Disorders Center in Monmouth and Ocean counties, and was the first to receive accreditation by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. - The prestigious American Diabetes Association education recognition certificate for a quality diabetes self-management education program was awarded to the pediatric endocrinology program of the Unterberg Children's Hospital at MMC as well as the Center for Diabetes Education at MMC - an honor originally bestowed on the medical center in 2007. With this recognition, the center was re-certified by the ADA as offering high quality diabetes self-management education that is an essential component of effective diabetes treatment. - The Joel Opatut Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program was the first in Monmouth County to be certified for both cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. - MMC received Cultural Diversity Partnership Award from the Lakewood Orthodox Jewish community for sensitive leadership in all matters of patient care. - The NJHA Board of Trustees approved MMC as one of 17 hospitals chosen to participate in the NJHA HEN Patient Flow Collaborative - an initiative that has gained the attention of many of the nation's most prominent healthcare leaders. - MMC became a member of the Penn Cancer Network, creating an affiliation with the world - renowned Penn Medicine Abramson Cancer Center. The Penn Cancer Network includes a select group of community and academic hospitals noted for outstanding cancer care. - Only hospital on the Eastern seaboard to be recognized with the Crimson Physician Partnership Award, presented to administrator-physician leadership teams at organizations that are members of the Crimson physician performance technologies cohort. Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus ("MMCSC") - ((formerly Kimball Medical Center ("KMC")) ------------------------------------------------------------------------- MMCSC has been recognized with distinguished awards for clinical excellence. Some of these are listed below: - Received a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Score of "A". The Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Score program grades hospitals on their overall performance in keeping patients safe from preventable harm and medical errors. - Designated primary stroke center by the New Jersey Department of Health. - Joint Commission accredited for hospital and behavioral healthcare. - Granted a three-year term of accreditation in the area of adult transesophageal and adult transthoracic by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL) - Re-certification in 2014. - Received disease-specific care re-certification (2013) in Heart Failure from the Joint Commission. The Joint Commission's disease-specific care certification program, launched in 2002, evaluates clinical programs across the continuum of care and is considered the Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare quality. - Recipient of The Joint Commission's Top Performer on Key Quality Measures, 2012 and 2013, for: Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Pneumonia and Surgical Care. - Recipient of the Bronze Award from the Sharing Network of New Jersey for our contribution to organ donations in 2014 and increasing the applications for organ donations wishes. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Newark Beth Israel Medical Center ("NBIMC") ------------------------------------------- NBIMC is the recipient of numerous awards and honors including, but not limited to, the following: - American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline Silver Quality Achievement Award for Heart Attack Care (2012); Gold Quality Achievement Award for Heart Attack Care (since 2013) in recognition of BH Heart Center at NBIMC implementing the highest standard of care to improve the survival of people who suffer a certain kind of heart attack. - The American Heart Association ("AHA") awarded the Heart Center at NBIMC its "Get with the Guidelines Gold Award" for Heart Failure for 2011, 2012 and 2013. This prestigious award is presented to hospitals that follow the latest evidence-based treatment guidelines for heart failure as outlined by the AHA/American Collee of Cardiology. - NBIMC and its Children's Hospital of New Jersey ("CHoNJ") were named among the 2014-2015 Best Hospitals metro area and New Jersey rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. NBIMC was listed as high-performing in the New York Metropolitan area for Cancer, Cardiology and Heart Surgery, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, Neurology and Neurosurgery. - NBIMC and CHoNJ were chosen as one of five hospitals nationwide to receive the NOVA Award from the American Hospital Association in 2012. The Award was presented at the Health Forum/AHA Leadership Summit. - NBIMC and CHoNJ were honored for their program, "The Beth Embraces Wellness: An Integrated Approach to Prevention in the Community." The medical center has three major award winning wellness programs: Kids Fit, The Beth Challenge and The Beth Garden. - NBIMC wellness programs were awarded the New Jersey Hospital Association's HRET Award for Community Outreach for KidsFit in 2009, The Beth Challenge in 2011 and The Beth Garden in 2012. - NBIMC was also awarded the New Jersey Black Issues Convention "Changing Communities Award" for The Beth Embraces Wellness in 2013. - Employee from NBIMC received the Union Chapel Community Development "Those Who Care for Their Community" Award for community service in 2013. - The Joint Commission recognized NBIMC as one of its Top Performers on Key Quality Measures 2010 through 2012. This recognizes top 15% of hospitals in core measures - Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Pneumonia and Surgical Care. For the 2012 designation, only 620 hospitals nationally were recognized, which represent the top 18 percent of Joint Commission-accredited hospitals. NBIMC was one of only fourteen hospitals in New Jersey to achieve this designation. - NBIMC and CHoNJ were honored with a "B" Hospital Safety ScoreSM by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits. - A nurse at NBIMC was nominated to receive the Nursing.com award. - NBIMC and CHoNJ have hosted The Community Food Bank outside of the Ambulatory Care Center, providing food to those in need since 2010. They are currently providing nutrition education to those who receive food from the pantry, focusing on women and children and the senior population. - Designated as a primary stroke center by the New Jersey Department of Health. Joint Commission Certifications include: - Joint Commission Survey for Disease Specific Recertification: Acute Coronary Syndrome "ACS" (since 2011), - Joint Commission Survey for Disease Specific Certification: STROKE (since 2015), and - Joint Commission Survey for Disease Specific Recertification: Congestive Heart Failure (since 2013). - Achieved the Joint Commission disease specific accreditations for advanced ventricular assistance device. NJBiz awarded NBIMC staff: - 2012 'Education Hero - Organization' category for The Beth Embraces Wellness, and integrated Approach to Prevention in the Community. - 2013 Education Individual Healthcare Hero Finalist - 2013 Finalist for Hospital-Children's Hospital of New Jersey - 2014 Education Individual Healthcare Hero - 2015 Physician of the Year Healthcare Hero - New Jersey Hospital Association 2010, 2012, 2013 Healthcare Professional of the Year award from the New Jersey Hospital Association. Only one professional is selected from throughout the state each year. - NICHE Exemplar Hospital; a distinction only sixty-seven other hospitals in the United States have achieved. The NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) designation indicates a hospital's commitment to elder care excellence. Saint Barnabas Medical Center ("SBMC") -------------------------------------- SBMC has earned many certifications and accreditations and has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors including, but not limited to, the following: - SBMC was honored with an "A" Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, an independent national non-profit run by employers and other large purchasers of health benefits. One of 251 hospitals nationwide recognized for an "A" score in 5 consecutive rankings. - The Breast Center received national accreditation by NAPBC, National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers by the American College of Surgeons. - The International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) and the International Lactation Consultant Association (ILCA) award for promoting and supporting breastfeeding. - The Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) certification program, an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) certification of the Cancer Center at SBMC, the first of only three in New Jersey. - The Joint Commission disease-specific certification for stroke care, acute coronary syndrome (ACS), heart failure, total hip replacement and total knee replacement services. - The Cancer Centers of SBMC received a three-year accreditation with commendation from the Commission on Cancer (COC) of the American College of Surgeons (ACOS). - Inside Jersey magazine ranked Saint Barnabas as a top 350-bed hospital in New Jersey in 2014, for the treatment of breast cancer, prostate cancer and high risk pregnancies pediatric cancers, By-pass surgery, hip and knee repair, congestive heart failure, treatment of strokes and neurological disorders. - Designated Level 4 Specialized Epilepsy Center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers (NAEC) for the adult and pediatric comprehensive epilepsy centers which recognizes centers providing the most complex intensive neuro-diagnostic monitoring and treatment of epilepsy. - 2014 Most Wired Hospital from the American Hospital Association. - Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Failure, Primary Stroke, Total Hip Replacement and Total Knee Replacement - Best Regional Hospitals, U.S. News & World Report for 2014-2015 in Nephrology. - Academic Center of Excellence In Women's Health (the first in N.J.). - Comprehensive Stroke Center designation by the New Jersey Department of Health. Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center ("BHBHC") -------------------------------------------------- BHBHC is accredited by the Joint Commission, an independent organization which accredits and certifies health organizations based on quality and performance standards. BHBHC, through the Institute for Prevention, has led BH to achieve the CEO Cancer Gold Standard for BH and its hospital facilities. The CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditation is based upon a series of cancer-related recommendations to fight cancer in workplaces in the United States. The Gold Standard is a comprehensive program with five pillars: - Tobacco Use - Nutrition - Physical Activity - Prevention, Screening and Early Detection - Access to Quality Treatment and Clinical Trials The Institute for Prevention provides comprehensive wellness services to address the social and emotional needs of individuals, children, families and professionals. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Barnabas Health Services ======================== BH provides substantial community benefit. Its system includes the following acute care hospitals located throughout the state of New Jersey. 1. Clara Maass Medical Center 2. Community Medical Center 3. Jersey City Medical Center 4. Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus 5. Monmouth Medical Center 6. Newark Beth Israel Medical Center 7. Saint Barnabas Medical Center 8. Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center Each hospital operates consistently with the following criteria outlined in IRS revenue ruling 69-545: 1. Provides medically necessary healthcare services in a non-discriminatory manner to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, religion or ability to pay, including charity care, self-pay, Medicare and Medicaid patients; 2. Operates an active emergency department for all persons; which is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year; 3. Maintains an open medical staff, with privileges available to all qualified physicians; 4. Control of each hospital rests with its Board of Trustees and the Board of Trustees of Barnabas Health, Inc.; the tax-exempt parent organization of BH. Both boards are comprised of independent civic leaders and other prominent members of the community. 5. Surplus funds are used to improve the quality of patient care, expand and renovate facilities and advance medical care, programs and activities. The operations of each hospital, as shown through the factors outlined above and other information contained herein, clearly demonstrate that the use and control of each hospital is for the benefit of the public and that no part of the income or net earnings of the organization inures to the benefit of any private individual nor is any private interest being served other than incidentally. Select Centers of Excellence Clara Maass Medical Center ========================== The Joint & Spine Institute --------------------------- The Joint & Spine Institute is located on a dedicated unit within the hospital. Surgeries are scheduled Monday through Friday and patients typically return home after a three-night stay. Features of the program include: nurses, therapists and nursing assistants who specialize in the care of joint patients; private and semi-private rooms; emphasis on group activities as well as individual care; family and friends educated to participate as "coaches" in the recovery process; a joint team who coordinates all pre-operative care and discharge planning; a comprehensive patient guide to follow from six weeks pre-op until three months post-op and beyond; coordinated after-care program; reunion luncheons for former patients and coaches; newsletters to provide patients with new information about arthritis and joint care; and public education seminars about hip and knee pain. The Cancer Center ----------------- CMMC'S state-of-the art Cancer Center offers comprehensive services to cancer patients in one convenient location inside the Continuing Care Building. The Center's multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of cancer patients uses the expertise of medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, specialized nurses, dieticians, social workers and pathologists. Our board-certified oncologists and sub-specialists have extensive training and credentials from distinguished facilities across the country and offer our patients access to the latest drugs, research and clinical trials. In the Cancer Center, patient navigators meet with patients and walk them through each step of their treatment plan - from meeting with physicians to attending support groups. A variety of complimentary services are offered to complement medical treatment including: nutritional counseling, psychological counseling, palliative care, support groups, pain management, Reiki, and a drop-in bereavement group that meets weekly. The Outpatient Infusion Center, located in the same building as the Cancer Center, is staffed by an experienced and compassionate team of oncology nurses, social workers and support staff. In addition, a specialized nurse educator is on staff to provide assistance to patients and their families. The unit has a private VIP suite as well as a solarium and education resource area for patients and their families. Downstairs, the Clara Maass Radiation Oncology Department offers patients a full array of services including Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy ("IMRT") and Image Guided Radiation Therapy ("IGRT"), Mammosite brachytherapy for breast cancer, high dose rate radiotherapy and radioactive seed implants for prostate cancer. State-of-the-art equipment enables physicians to map out precise treatment sites with millimeter accuracy, treating the cancer while sparing normal tissue. The Radiation Oncology Department was the first facility in New Jersey to obtain national accreditation by the American College of Radiation Oncology. Diagnostic oncology services include closed and open MRI, CT scan, PET/CT, ultrasonography, early detection screenings, and stereotactic and CT-guided biopsy. Our goal is to offer an array of services on the path to wellness, in one convenient location, to lessen the stress on our cancer patients and their families. Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac Services ----------------------------------------------- The most technologically advanced equipment is used to accurately and quickly diagnose and confirm suspected coronary disease. CMMC is a licensed adult cardiac catheterization facility, which allows cardiologists to coordinate all aspects of testing that may contribute to decisions regarding medical management or cardiovascular surgery referral for heart disease. Tests include routine EKGs, 24-hour holter monitoring, vascular studies, 2d ECHO with Doppler & color flow, stress echocardiograms, nuclear stress testing and transesophageal echocardiography. CMMC is home to a state-of-the-art cardiovascular interventional suite which includes two procedure rooms. Both emergent and elective angioplasty are offered (one of 12 hospitals in the state that was approved to perform elective angioplasty in the C-PORT-E study led by Johns Hopkins University). A supervised exercise/education program assisting individuals who have or have had heart attack, stable angina, valve surgery, coronary artery bypass, congestive heart failure, pacemaker, or heart transplant is also offered. The program strives to provide each participant with improvement in cardiovascular fitness, risk factor reduction, lifestyle modification and increased confidence to participate in safe daily activities. Patients and families are provided with education regarding recognition, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease. The Eye Surgery Center ----------------------- All ophthalmologists and surgeons at The Eye Surgery Center are board-certified and specialize in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of eye problems, diseases and injuries. CMMC eye care experts work together to provide comprehensive ophthalmic care in every area of eye disorders and treat patients of all ages. State-of-the art equipment and dedicated ophthalmology suites ensure the deliverance of the most advanced quality eye care. CMMC performs the most hospital eye procedures in the state of New Jersey and is also the first hospital in New Jersey to offer Trabectome - a leading-edge treatment for glaucoma. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Community Medical Center ======================== J. Phillip Citta Regional Cancer Center --------------------------------------- CMC offers a dedicated inpatient Oncology unit, Radiation Oncology center, Infusion Center and a full range of support groups and services for patients and their families. CMC's dedicated staff of physicians, nurses and allied health professionals address the needs of patients and families facing a cancer diagnosis and treatment. The cancer program is a member of the renowned Penn Cancer Network in Philadelphia and is accredited by the American College of Surgeons. Programs and services of this Center include: - Medical oncology - a multidisciplinary team approach ensures the physical and psychosocial needs of patients and their families are addressed. The team includes board certified physicians, oncology certified nurses, licensed clinical social workers, case managers, dieticians and home care professionals working together to provide high quality care in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. - Radiation oncology - from sophisticated rapid arc linear accelerator to the CyberKnife, the department of radiation oncology offers the highest standard of care and is accredited by the American College of Radiology. The radiation oncology team consists of board certified radiation oncologists and physicists, nurses who specialize in oncology, registered radiation therapists, and licensed clinical social workers. - The breast care program - helps meet the special needs of women undergoing breast cancer diagnosis, surgery, treatment and follow-up. - Complementary services - CMC provides several complementary services including massage therapy provided by certified massage therapists, relaxation training, and guided imagery by social workers, pet therapy, art therapy programs and Reiki therapy - therapeutic touch to reduce stress and promote relaxation - by certified Reiki therapists. Radiation Oncology patients also receive transportation services if necessary. - Oncology data center - the oncology data center/tumor registry provides essential research and information. Data is provided as mandated to the New Jersey Department of Health as well as the national cancer data base. Data obtained from the registry is used to analyze various treatment programs and is used for use in cancer research, medical education, funding applications and medical publications. - Oncology research - clinical trials are offered through CMC's affiliation with the Penn Cancer Network. CMC provides patients access to national and regional clinical research studies, in the treatment of cancer, chemoprevention and supportive care. - Support services - psycho-social services are provided by licensed clinical social workers. Supportive counseling, pastoral care services, education, referral services and support groups are all available for patients and families. - Oncology nurse navigator - available to assist lung cancer patients streamline the healthcare process and meet individuals' medical, psycho-social and emotional needs. First Moments Maternity Services -------------------------------- The maternity program specializes in a total concept of care for mothers and their babies - where advanced technology and training are enhanced by the human touch of dedicated healthcare professionals. The unit is staffed by highly skilled physicians, midwives and nurses. In addition, all of CMC's nurses are certified in neonatal resuscitation and lactation resource trained. The modern state-of-the-art unit offers moms-to-be the most advanced maternal and child health technology, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, in a comfortable and safe environment. The labor-delivery recovery and postpartum rooms combine the latest technology with a soothing home-like decor. The unit also includes a special care nursery staffed by a neonatologist and certified neonatal nurses to care for babies with special needs, and a fully-equipped operating suite for cesarean births or high-risk vaginal deliveries. Programs and services of this center include: - Extensive childbirth preparation and infant care classes - Comprehensive parenting support and education - Comprehensive pre and postnatal care - Specially designed labor-delivery-recovery rooms with Jacuzzis - 24-hour anesthesia and pain management therapies - Superior lactation education and support - Special care nursery - 24-hour neonatal coverage - Level II special care nursery, for premature newborns The Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute ----------------------------------------------- The Jay and Linda Grunin Neuroscience Institute at CMC brings together a highly skilled interdisciplinary group of specialists to provide the highest quality advanced care to prevent, diagnose and treat diseases of the brain, the spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Institute combines the extensive medical experience and compassion of our specialists with CMC's state-of-the-art technology to treat: - Stroke - Epilepsy - Brain and spinal cord disease - Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease - Movement Disorders/Parkinson's Disease - Balance Disorders - Neuromuscular Disorders - Sleep Disorders - Spinal Diseases - Tumors of the brain and spinal cord A multi-disciplinary team of nurses, therapists, orthopedic and neurosurgeons work to provide a comprehensive planned course of treatment with active involvement of the patient in their treatment and recovery. Jersey City Medical Center ========================== The Cristie Kerr Women's Health Center -------------------------------------- The Cristie Kerr Women's Health center opened in 2010 offering imaging and other diagnostic services to women in our community. The center offers breast cancer screening programs including mammograms and education to women in the community regardless of ability to pay. The center is the first full-service facility in Hudson County to provide detection, healing, support, and recovery services. The Epilepsy Center ------------------- The Epilepsy Center at Jersey City Medical Center opened in 2010 offering comprehensive outpatient and inpatient diagnostic services, including evaluation and treatment plans, as well as state-of-the-art therapy for children and adults with seizures and epilepsy. Fannie E. Rippel Foundation Heart Institute ("The Institute") ------------------------------------------------------------- The Institute features state-of-the-art diagnostic technology to provide exemplary outpatient cardiac care. The Institute provides two high-risk cardiac catheterization laboratories, a single plane and a three-dimensional bi-plane along with other critically important diagnostic technology. The medical center is the region's "high-risk" destination for patients with the most comprehensive cardiac center in Hudson County. JCMC is Hudson County's only full-service heart hospital. Cardiac services provided include angioplasty, diagnostic cardiac catheterization, intravascular ultrasound, pacemaker & implantable cardioverter defibrillator therapy, minimally invasive vein harvesting and cardiac artery bypass graft, thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, mitral and aortic valve repair and replacement, electrophysiology, peripheral vascular procedures, including endovascular procedures and cardiac ablation. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Port Authority Heroes of September 11 Trauma Center ---------------------------------------------------- This Regional Trauma Center is the state-designated level II trauma center for Hudson County. In addition to serving the growing communities of Jersey City, the service covers Hudson County, New Jersey Waterways, New Jersey Turnpike, the Holland and Lincoln Tunnels, and Liberty State Park. The Trauma Center provides 24 hour-trauma surgery for adults and children. The Center has been active in all regional disasters including the 1993 and 2001 World Trade Center bombings, the "Miracle on the Hudson" plane landing, several train derailments, and various hazmat incidents. Monmouth Medical Center ======================= The Unterberg Children's Hospital --------------------------------- The Children's Hospital offers the community the renowned medical expertise in the care of children that only a leading academic medical center can provide, with more than 140 pediatric specialists who concentrate in 26 specialties. The organization provides specialized pediatric care, offering a 54-bassinet regional newborn center, a 23-bed level III neonatal intensive care unit, and the region's only program in Children's Crisis Intervention Services and subspecialty pediatric care in areas such as cardiology, gastroenterology, surgery and orthopedics. Psychiatric Centers/Program --------------------------- MMC has the largest psychiatric program in Monmouth County, with a total of 44 beds within voluntary and involuntary adult inpatient units and 19 beds in its inpatient Children's Crisis Intervention Service, where children and adolescents with acute emotional, behavioral or psychiatric problems are treated. In addition, its newly renovated Psychiatric Emergency Screening Service ("PESS") is the designated service for Monmouth County.MMC recently expanded its outpatient behavioral health services to include an Early Intervention Support Services Program ("EISS"). The Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center ----------------------------------------------------- Committed to meeting the breast healthcare needs of all women, the breast center is the region's only facility to offer a multidisciplinary team dedicated to the breast health needs of all women. MMC provides a comfortable and supportive setting in which all outpatient breast healthcare services are found in one convenient location. MMC takes a coordinated approach to breast care, both well care and cancer care. MMC is here for women who seek annual breast evaluation and for those women diagnosed with breast cancer or benign breast disease. Several of MMC's services are specifically for women diagnosed with breast cancer, including: an outpatient chemotherapy suite, psychosocial counseling and rehabilitation services, breast cancer support groups and breast conservation surgery. These qualified experts represent many medical disciplines, working together to provide women with diagnostic, treatment, surgical, psychosocial support, and education and rehabilitation services. MMC's state-of-the-art facility offers the latest in medical equipment, technology and services, including: - Annual physical breast examinations, mammography and diagnostic service, headed by a dedicated breast radiologist who oversees a staff of highly trained technologists. - Consultations and second opinions (surgery, medical oncology, pathology, mammography, plastic surgery and radiation therapy), breast cancer high risk program, stereotactic biopsy system, tomosynthesis, breast-specific gamma imaging, breast MRI, automated whole-breast ultrasound, clinical research and a breast information center. - Satellite locations in Colts Neck, Howell and Lakewood to offer women convenient access to screening mammography and bone density testing. Leon Hess Cancer Center ----------------------- MMC stands at the forefront of providing the most extensive array of highly advanced cancer services, delivered by a multidisciplinary team of specialists in a caring and supportive environment. For decades, MMC's leadership role in oncology services has been broadened through the ongoing expansion of state-of-the-art programs and technologies offered in all areas of cancer prevention, detection and treatment. The Leon Hess Cancer Center at Monmouth brings together a host of specialists in a convenient setting to offer comprehensive cancer services. MMC is accredited by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons as a "teaching hospital cancer center" - the group's highest designation. MMC is a part of The Penn Cancer Network - a select group of community hospitals in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware - collaborating with the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania to provide excellence in patient care throughout the region. Penn's Cancer Network hospitals are recognized for their excellence in patient care and commitment to improving the health and well-being of their community. The Cancer Network offers an integrated system of care between MMC and Penn. The Cranmer Ambulatory Surgery Center ------------------------------------- The center provides a full spectrum of same-day surgical services using the most modern technology available. The facility includes four full-service operating rooms, three minor procedure rooms and a three-tiered graduated recovery area, respecting the individual needs of adult and pediatric patients. The one-story, 19,000-square-foot building is equipped to perform all types of same-day surgical procedures, including arthroscopic, laparoscopic and laser techniques. Every aspect of the center has been designed to provide the ultimate in efficiency and comfort for patients and their families, while offering the highest quality medical care. The Eisenberg Family Center --------------------------- MMC delivers nearly 5,000 babies annually - the most in Monmouth and Ocean counties. To accommodate the demand for its services, the hospital recently completed an ambitious expansion of the Eisenberg Family Center to offer additional expansive private postpartum rooms and an additional newborn nursery. Monmouth has built one of the safest obstetrical programs in the nation, and as a result, was recently lauded on network news by Consumer Reports for maintaining one of the lowest C-section rates in the nation. The Valerie Fund Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders ----------------------------------------------------------------- The center provides comprehensive medical services to children with childhood cancers such as leukemia, lymphomas and neuroblastomas, and blood disorders such as sickle cell anemia and white cell abnormalities. Children and young adults (birth to 21 years of age) with leukemia and other cancers are treated according to the most advanced therapeutic protocols. The center is designated as a "comprehensive treatment center for sickle cell anemia" by the state of New Jersey. Medical and emotional support for patients and their families is provided through an interdisciplinary team. MMC is one of five hospitals in New Jersey that are part of the Valerie Fund, one of the largest and most advanced pediatric oncology/hematology networks in the country. Robotic Surgery Program ----------------------- MMC is the first hospital in central and southern New Jersey to introduce robotic-assisted partial knee resurfacing and total hip replacement procedures known as Makoplasty. This surgeon-controlled robotic arm system enables highly accurate alignment and placement of implants for a more natural feel. Additionally, partial knee resurfacing is a minimally invasive option for knee pain sufferer that quickly gets them back to normal activities. This latest example of pioneering robotic surgery at MMC came on the heels of the hospital's milestone of performing its 2,000th robotic surgery. MMC boasts the most experienced robotic surgeons in the state, including fellowship trained physicians in minimally invasive and advanced robotic thoracic surgery, and is the only hospital in the region to employ two surgical robots and the latest technology for minimally invasive complex procedures in adult and pediatric urology, gynecology and thoracic surgery. The first robotic colorectal procedures in the region utilizing the da Vinci stapler have been completed at MMC. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus ======================================= The Emergency Department ------------------------ The emergency department treats approximately 40,000 patients annually, utilizing the most modern technology coupled with a total focus on patient and family satisfaction. The emergency department has revolutionized how patients are treated in modern healthcare settings by expediting the process which patients must undergo prior to receiving medical treatment. The main emergency department includes 31 treatment bays, all equipped with the latest in cardiac monitoring equipment, including specialized rooms for trauma, orthopedics, ear/nose/throat, obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, suturing and psychiatric emergencies. The staff is focused on respecting the individual needs of all adult and pediatric patients. MMCSC is a state-designated primary stroke center and Joint Commission certified chest pain center and has Ocean County's only psychiatric emergency screening program (PESS). MMCSC recently partnered with MMC to open a Geriatric Emergency Medicine ("GEM") unit, created to provide an atmosphere to meet the unique healthcare needs of our aging patients in a variety of ways, including: an interdisciplinary team of caregivers specially trained in Geriatric Medicine; a dedicated pharmacist who focuses on medications commonly prescribed for seniors, with special attention to issues that can result from in dangerous interactions; lowered beds equipped with safety alarms to prevent patient falls; and consultations with a Board-certified Geriatrician. In June 2012, MMCSC opened a Pediatric Emergency Services Program in collaboration with The Children's Hospital at MMC. MMCSC's Pediatric Emergency Services program allows children with urgent medical illnesses to receive the immediate specialty care they require from emergency medicine physicians, with in-house board-certified neonatologist and pediatrician consultation 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Pediatric Emergency Services program offers a child-friendly environment with the highest level of pediatric emergency medical care for newborns to adolescents. Every aspect of MMCSC's emergency department has been designed to provide the ultimate in efficiency and comfort for patients and their families, while offering the highest quality medical care. This has led to numerous recognitions and awards for patient satisfaction and quality medical care, including exceptional turnaround time. The Center for Wound Healing ---------------------------- Every year, chronic wounds caused by diabetes, poor circulation and related conditions keep three to five million Americans from enjoying life. The Center for Wound Healing and hyperbaric medicine applies proven wound care practices and advanced clinical approaches including hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to help heal patients suffering from chronic wounds. Additionally, our center frequently participates in clinical trials utilizing the latest wound care products available. Better Health - A Wellness Program Just for Seniors --------------------------------------------------- MMCSC's Better Health program is a free membership program available to seniors who want to improve their health and well-being. MMCSC invites people age 55+ to become a member of the Better Health program to help maintain good health. Members take advantage of many exclusive benefits designed to help take charge of their health and wellness. Aside from taking steps toward living a more productive and fulfilling life, specific benefits include: - Preferred physician scheduling with appointments guaranteed within 48 hours of placing the call - Preferred parking at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus' Outpatient Pavilion - A simplified pre-registration process for laboratory and radiology services resulting in no-wait times - Special visits from a Patient Resource Representative should one be admitted for an overnight stay - Home safety assessments - A copy of a special calendar for club members - A copy of our Healthy Aging newsletter sent to the home Access to a special web site that provides advance notice of: - Free screening locations - Physician lectures and topics - Daily health and wellness tips - Videos on living a healthier life Each month cardholders are invited to educational lunch and learns that are offered at Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus or, in some cases, brought to the communities in which members live. The lectures are provided by physicians from Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch and/or Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood or other members of our educational team. Topics include: - Healthy nutrition with an introductory cooking class - Know your medications (and those of your loved ones) - The benefits of exercise - Stress management - How to get the most from your doctor's visit - Are you vaccinated properly Newark Beth Israel Medical Center ================================= Heart Transplant Program & Heart Failure Treatment --------------------------------------------------- The renowned Heart Transplant Center has performed over 800 heart transplants. The team performed 51 transplants in 2014, ranking amongst the top ten highest transplant volume centers in the country and second largest on the East Coast. The heart transplant program has been one of the ten most active in the country for eight consecutive years and is one of only two sites in nation to achieve better than expected 3-year heart transplant survival rates from 2004 to 2007 (based on data from the national scientific registry of transplant recipients). The program provides the most advanced treatment options available anywhere in New Jersey for people with congestive heart failure or end stage cardiac disease including the ultimate treatment, organ transplantation. NBIMC's short- and long-term survival rates have continually surpassed both regional and national averages. Furthermore the patients spend less time waiting for a heart transplant than most candidates across the country. The experienced multidisciplinary team has worked closely together under the same leadership for more than 20 years. NBIMC is a designated ventricular assist devise ("VAD") center and was one of the first in NJ to employ extracorporeal membrane oxygenation ("ECMO"). Barnabas Health Heart Center ---------------------------- The premier cardiac services provide immediate access to highly sophisticated heart surgery. Members of the surgical team are recognized as national leaders in the field of cardiothoracic surgery and are advancing the latest minimally invasive techniques that offer patients faster recovery and fewer complications. The Center's reputation for excellence has made it an educational resources for cardiac surgeons throughout the northeast. Services include minimally invasive cardiac surgery/robotic surgery, beating heart surgery, transcatheter aortic valve replacement ("TAVR") and integrative cardiac wellness. To ensure everyone with heart disease has access to the specialized services, our cardiac team sees patients at satellite offices throughout the state. In conjunction with its affiliate, Saint Barnabas Medical Center, the Heart Centers perform more than 1,000 open heart procedures annually. Lung Transplant and the Center for Advanced Lung Disease -------------------------------------------------------- New Jersey's only lung transplant program, the Barnabas Health Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center (NBIMC), offers increased access to single and double lung transplant and comprehensive treatment and management of chronic and complex lung disease. To date, the center has already performed 77 transplants since 1992. The program brings specialty services to the state improving the lives of people with advanced lung conditions including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ("COPD"), cystic fibrosis, pulmonary fibrosis and pulmonary hypertension. While a primary goal of the Program is to identify suitable candidates for a transplant, the comprehensive multidisciplinary evaluation can also benefit patients who are not transplant candidates. The Program offers complete evaluation and treatment plans for patients with lung diseases such as: Asthma, Cystic Fibrosis Interstitial lung diseases, Alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Sarcoidosis, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM), Scleroderma, Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis and Pulmonary Hypertension. State-of-the-art diagnostic services include: CT-guided biopsy, Navigational bronchoscopy and endobronchial ultrasound, Bronchial thermoplasty, Endobronchial resection of tumors, Endobronchial stents, Pleurax catheter placement for malignant pleural effusions and whole lung lavage. The center has various ongoing cutting edge research trials helping patients with end-stage lung disease. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Children's Hospital of New Jersey --------------------------------- Children's Hospital of New Jersey provides comprehensive healthcare programs and services to children of all ages. The hospital within a hospital combines the most advanced facilities and technology dedicated exclusively to pediatric patients with the philosophy of family centered care. Pediatric and neonatal services of the children's hospital range from primary/preventive care services to critical intensive and intermediate acute care for children and newborns. NBIMC has the largest pediatric intensive care unit in the state. Specialty services include the Children's Heart Center (one of only two pediatric cardiac surgery centers), neonatal intensive and intermediate care, pediatric emergency services, pulmonary services, the state's only pediatric ECMO provider, pediatric video monitoring unit, Valerie Fund Cancer Center, Hemophilia Treatment Center, moderate sedation, robotic surgery and the primary and physician subspecialty services of the Family Health Center. Families experience a warm, comforting environment in which physicians, nurses and clinical staff understand the unique needs of children and the vital role of parents in the healing process. Comprehensive Hemophilia Treatment Center ------------------------------------------ One of only six state-designated centers in New Jersey, the comprehensive hemophilia treatment center provides care to both pediatric and adult patients with inherited bleeding and clotting disorders. The Center offers complete evaluations by a team of experts including hematologists, nurses, psychosocial professionals and physical therapists. Consultation by infectious disease specialists, dentists, nutritionists, gastroenterologists, orthopedists and other specialists is provided as needed. Our Center's goal is to provide the latest advances in treatment for people with hemophilia, assist in the care of the complications of hemophilia, and continue to provide support to persons with hemophilia and their families with the goal of achieving a normal lifestyle. The Center provides care for children and adults with Von Willebrand disease and other bleeding disorders. Patients with thrombosis (clotting disorder) receive comprehensive treatment at the center. We also coordinate a home care program which enables persons with hemophilia to lead normal, productive lives. The home care program allows for immediate treatment, thus avoiding the delay, stress and cost of emergency department care. Adult and pediatric infectious disease and gastrointestinal specialists provide comprehensive care for hemophilia patients with AIDS and/or hepatitis and their partners. Robotic Surgery --------------- Robotic surgery is offered in many specialties including cardiac, urology, pediatric surgery, gynecology, uro-gynecology and general surgery. Performing minimally invasive procedures can be less traumatic to patients and allow for quicker recovery times. The Medical Center also offers Bloodless Surgery and celebrated 10 years of service in 2014. The Robotic Surgery program at NBIMC was one of the country's first. Hundreds of physicians in New Jersey and around the world have received training from Robotic surgeons at NBIMC. In addition, physicians at NBIMC were some of the first trained in Single Site surgery. Saint Barnabas Medical Center ============================= The Cancer Center ----------------- The Cancer Center at SBMC integrates many existing cancer services into a comprehensive outpatient cancer facility. The Center provides the highest quality cancer care, as well as support services and educational programs for patients and their family members. "Centers of Excellence" include Gynecological Cancer and Pelvic Surgery Center, Gastrointestinal Cancer Center, The Lung Cancer Institute and regional Breast Center. Among the services offered are: - A dedicated oncology nurse navigator provides support and helps oncology patients "navigate" the medical system. Working with the patient and his or her families, the oncology nurse navigator coordinates the care of the cancer patient and facilitates necessary appointments. She serves as a resource to the individual and his or her physician throughout treatment. - Psychological and psychosocial support services are available offering individual counseling, support groups, art therapy for children of cancer patients, workshops on coping with cancer, financial counseling and nutritional guidance. - Cancer genetics counseling services. - Integrative and complementary medicine services. - A state-of-the-art outpatient chemotherapy treatment facility with private treatment rooms, a satellite pharmacy and private consultation rooms and numerous other amenities. - Distress Screening Program - The diagnosis of cancer brings chaos to patients' lives. Fears for their physical health naturally top the list but starting treatment prompts a variety of daunting questions. In the past, these patient concerns took time for healthcare professionals to detect and tackle. The Cancer Center is leading the way to identify patients needing psychosocial intervention through the use of a real-time on-line questionnaire. Patients in the Cancer Center complete this assessment at their second visit after diagnosis. Staff is immediately notified if patients are in crisis or in distress so resources can be provided before the patient leaves the Center. For others in need or resources but not in an emergent fashion, the concerns are triaged to physicians, nursing and the psychosocial team to identify the individual and the area that can best provide the assistance. - The Lung Cancer Institute at SBMC partners with our community to offer education, screening, and diagnostic tools to detect and treat Lung Cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 224,210 new cases of lung cancer will be diagnosed in 2014 and approximately 159,260 people will die from lung cancer. Lung cancer is responsible for 18% of all cancer deaths. Each year, more people die of lung cancer than colon, breast and prostate cancer combined. As the leading cause of cancer death in US, lung cancer is most curable when diagnosed at an early stage. - In high risk people, lung cancer deaths drop by 20 percent when cancer is identified early using a low-dose spiral CT compared with individuals receiving a chest x-ray. The Lung Cancer Institute joined the International Early Lung Cancer Action Program to provide a free low-dose CT screening program for individuals who are at high risk for developing lung cancer to identify abnormalities earlier. Last year, The Lung Cancer Institute provided free low-dose CT screenings for 347 individuals and identified 11 cancers. Of those identified, six were lung cancer. Don Pannacciulli was one of the eleven patients. Don Pannacciulli began smoking in 1970 and didn't quit until 1998. When a good friend heard about the free Lung Cancer Screening at the Lung Cancer Institute, she signed up and encouraged him to do the same. It took convincing but he finally agreed. This computers sales executive who fought in Vietnam and survived 911, never expected to be diagnosed with cancer. After all, he felt great. The CT Scan was negative for lung cancer; but it showed abnormalities in his Thyroid. After additional testing, Thyroid Cancer was diagnosed. Surgery was performed along with radiation treatment. The Lung Cancer Screening test saved his life. His recommendation to others, get tested. It is a win-win. If the test is negative, you have peace of mind, but if it is positive, you are able to catch and treat the disease earlier. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | The Renal and Pancreas Transplant Division ------------------------------------------ The Barnabas Health Renal and Pancreas Transplant Division, located at SBMC is one of the largest programs among 240 in the United States, with 247 kidney transplants performed in 2014. SBMC had the 10th highest adult kidney transplant volume of Centers in the nation, and had the third highest living donor transplant volume. The renal transplant program, the most active kidney transplant center in New Jersey, is the only transplant program in the state involved in clinical research trials for patients. The programs provide deceased as well as living donor transplantation including living related donors ("LRD") or emotionally related donors ("ERD") and altruistic living donation ("ALD") when family members are unable to donate. In 1995, BH began its simultaneous pancreas kidney transplant program and in 1996 opened a pediatric nephrology program. Since 1968, the renal transplant centers have performed medical first kidney transplantation, including transplant in the youngest kidney transplant recipient in New Jersey. The first laparoscopic kidney retrieval in a living donor and the first robotic kidney transplant surgery in the world. The pediatric nephrology and transplantation program manages children and adolescents with acute and chronic diseases at all stages of severity, including nephritic syndrome and hypertension up to and including end stage renal disease. The pediatric nephrologists work closely with pediatric urologists to provide total care for patients with urological and nephrological problems. The Neurology and Neurosurgery Institute ---------------------------------------- The Neurology and Neurosurgery Institute at SBMC, is dedicated to diagnosing and treating disorders of the brain and nervous system for adults and children. An unprecedented team of experts leads the programs of the institute and offers the most comprehensive program in New Jersey dedicated to the medical, surgical and psychological treatment of neurologic disorders. Specialized care is offered for individuals with epilepsy, memory disorders, movement disorders and other neurologic disorders resulting from an injury or accident. Comprehensive care is also provided for children with attention deficit disorder-hyperactivity and learning disabilities, as well as for adults with attention deficit disorders. The Institute's comprehensive epilepsy centers for children and adults use sophisticated diagnostic techniques to provide complete and accurate diagnosis critical to implementing effective treatment. Innovative surgical and drug therapies are offered to help individuals with epilepsy achieve the best possible seizure control. This includes the participation in Clinical Trials to identify cutting edge therapies that can improve the lives of our patients. One example is with a clinical trial for the NeuroPace RNS System, a device about the size of a book of matches that is implanted in the skull. This device detects abnormal electrical activity in the brain and responds by delivering imperceptible levels of electrical stimulation to normalize brain activity before a person has a seizure. It is like a defibrillator for the brain. The results of this trial showed that for those who reached two-years post implant, 55 percent of the subjects experienced a 50 percent or greater reduction in number of seizures. For one 29-year-old patient treated at The Institute, it changed his life. Medications and surgery failed to stop his seizures. His life was debilitated due to the frequency of his seizures up to 15 each month. A candidate for the NeuroPace trial, he volunteered to participate. After a few months of calibrating the implanted device, his seizures stopped and he has remained seizure free since 2010. In fact, his EEG's are now almost the same as those of anyone else. He has a job and he is working towards getting a driver's license. This device was approved by the FDA in 2013. The comprehensive epilepsy centers have been named a level 4 specialized epilepsy center by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers ("NAEC"). The level 4 designation is the highest given by the NAEC and identifies those centers that offer the broadest range of complex medical and surgical treatments for epilepsy. SBMC is a state designated comprehensive stroke center with Joint Commission program certification. The stroke center offers the latest treatment for stroke including complex neuro interventions. The Center, as part of its mission, provides stroke and prevention education to the community and to other healthcare providers Stroke education and outreach continues to take place at community health fairs, corporate health fairs, community health centers, community events, senior housing, and within SBMC to increase awareness of stroke risk factors and symptoms. The Clinical Coordinator has become the public "face" of the stroke program. Community leaders increasingly reach out to Kelly Roe to tailor educational programs to meet their constituents' health needs. For example, she conducts monthly BP/cholesterol screening and stroke education at the Livingston ACC. The Clinical Coordinator's outreach programs target populations at high-risk of stroke and educate clinicians likely to treat patients at risk of stroke. Outreach and education activities occur monthly and focus on older and minority populations at higher-risk of stroke. Education programs review and reinforce stroke warning signs and the importance of calling for immediate medical help at the first sign of stroke. The Clinical Coordinator encourages program attendees to take a Stroke Risk Awareness Survey and to undergo on-site blood pressure and cholesterol screening. The Clinical Coordinator can facilitate referrals for care for those whose Risk Awareness Survey and BP/cholesterol readings suggest higher-than-average chance of stroke. A notable "win" occurred following a stroke awareness program at a pharmaceutical company (held as a webinar to maximize employee attendance). An employee of the company experienced stroke symptoms. Due to greater awareness following Ms. Roe's presentation, his/her colleagues acted quickly to get help. The individual did well following treatment and the organization continues to engage Ms. Roe to reinforce the importance of early detection and treatment of stroke. In addition to community-based programs, the Clinical Coordinator conducts stroke education. Curriculum has been designed for nurses, non-clinical employees with patient contact such as Security Guards who may be the first employee a patient encounters, patients, and families. Barnabas Health Heart Centers ----------------------------- SBMC is a regional cardiac surgery center and part of the Barnabas Health Heart Centers, located across New Jersey, which have integrated diagnostic, medical and surgical services into one comprehensive program that offers a full range of advanced cardiac services for adults and children - diagnosis, imaging, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology and the management of heart failure. An experienced team is pioneering new therapies and the clinical use of the latest mechanical assist devices that improve the quality of life for people with congenital heart defects and heart disease. They participate in cardiac research trials that offer patients access to breakthrough therapies. The Barnabas Health Heart Centers continue to lead the way in offering minimally invasive procedures and catheter-based alternatives to open heart surgery including all forms of angioplasty/stent procedures. Advanced electrophysiology studies offer sophisticated diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disturbances in adults and children. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Regional Perinatal Center ------------------------- Each year SBMC delivers close to 6,000 babies and is recognized as a top hospital for high risk pregnancies. SBMC's Level III Regional Perinatal Center, the highest designation in the state, offers the most advanced intensive care for premature and ill newborns. Our 56-bed neonatal intensive/intermediate care unit ("NICU") is one of only a few in the nation with the lowest rate of chronic lung disease, a common complication for extremely low birth-weight infants. The NICU offers the latest treatments and modalities in the field to provide the most advanced care for more than 1,200 premature and ill newborns each year. The Saint Barnabas NICU has one of the best infant survival rates among neonatal intensive care units in the nation. The Vermont Oxford Network, a group comprised of more than 800 hospitals nationally and internationally, showed that babies who are born at SBMC 17 weeks early have twice the survival rate of those born at other hospitals in the Network. SBMC also offers extensive childbirth and family preparation classes. The members of the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine assist obstetricians in the tri-state area in the care of high-risk patients and receive high risk transfers from other community hospitals. They also educate the medical center's many obstetrical residents. Opened in 2011, the Regional Perinatal Simulation Center at Saint Barnabas provides valuable clinical training and education for physicians, nurses, residents, medical students, and first responders (EMT's, police, and firefighters). Courses are open to practitioners throughout the tri-state area regardless of affiliation. The goal of the center is to elevate patient care, improve clinical performance, and enhance maternal/child health outcomes in the region by providing access to state-of-the-art education. Simulation enhances the current educational offerings at SBMC by providing an experiential learning environment where clinicians can practice and learn a variety of technical and behavioral skills. The Joint and Spine Institute ----------------------------- The Joint & Spine Institute offers dedicated beds within the hospital. Surgeries are scheduled Monday through Friday and patients typically return home after a three-night stay. Features of the program include: nurses, therapists and nursing assistants who specialize in the care of joint patients; private and semi-private rooms; emphasis on group activities as well as individual care; family and friends educated to participate as "coaches" in the recovery process; group lunches with your coach and others in the program; the joint team who coordinates all pre-operative care and discharge planning; a comprehensive patient guide for patients to follow from six weeks pre-op until three months post-op and beyond; coordinated after-care program; reunion luncheons for former patients and coaches; newsletters to update patients with new information about arthritis and joint care; and public education seminars about hip and knee pain. The Saint Barnabas Caterina A, Gregori, MD, Women's Center for Gynecological Surgery ------------------------------------------------------------------------- SBMC operates an ambulatory surgery center designed exclusively for and dedicated to women's surgical procedures. The Women's Center features restful music, warm soothing colors and soft lighting to create an atmosphere that is comforting and fosters healing. Special attention has been given to every detail - from attractive artwork to a comfortable robe. Highly specialized women's services are available at the Medical Center and include the Fibroid Center, Center for Urogynecology and Gynecological Cancer and Pelvic surgery. SBMC offers many robotic procedures and bloodless surgery management programs supporting women's surgery as well as all surgical procedures. The Burn Center of New Jersey ----------------------------- The Burn Center is the only state-certified burn treatment facility in New Jersey and one of the largest in North America with 12 intensive care beds and an 18-bed step-down unit for less critically injured patients. The Burn Center provides expert care for patients of all ages. The Burn Center also meets the verification criteria of the American Burn Association and the American College of Surgeons to provide optimal care for burn patients. The Burn Center is equipped to treat pediatric through geriatric burn patients with a full range of specialized services, including a dedicated outpatient department where individuals with small or minor burns receive treatment and discharged patients return for follow-up care. More than 400 patients are treated annually. Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Center ======================================== Stepping Stones - Intensive Outpatient Program ----------------------------------------------- The stepping stones intensive outpatient program is designed for individuals who require treatment three to five days per week, depending on their needs. Three and a half hour sessions are offered Monday through Friday with both morning and afternoon sessions available for the patient's convenience. Sessions consist of group therapy and weekly individual sessions with a psychiatrist, advanced practice nurse and an individual therapist. Geriatric Behavioral Health --------------------------- The geriatric treatment program offers a complete range of inpatient and outpatient mental health services for geriatric patients. Treatments vary based on the severity of problems, but include psychotherapy, medications, home healthcare, outpatient programs structured for maintaining a high level of independence, and hospitalization providing a structured therapeutic approach in an appropriate environment. Programs take place in a separate unit designed for older adults. A geriatric psychiatrist leads all treatment teams and monitors the nutritional, pharmacological and medical needs of each client. The geriatric psychiatrist is ideally suited to address the mental health needs of older adults by taking into account co-existing medical illnesses and medications, dietary needs, family issues and social concerns and integrates them into a holistic approach to treatment. Inpatient Adult Psychiatric Services ------------------------------------ Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Network offers both voluntary and involuntary inpatient units and intensive short-term care facilities which treat the most severely ill clients. There are specialized treatment tracks in place throughout the network for MICA clients as well as other dually diagnosed clients. BHBHC clients may access inpatient services through emergency services at numerous network sites, through Barnabas Health Behavioral Health Network 24-hour access center staffed by clinicians trained in emergency response, or through professional referral. |
| CORE FORM, PART III, STATEMENT OF PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | Other Medical Services ---------------------- BH provides an extensive array of additional medical services which include, but are not limited to, the following: - ambulatory surgery center - anesthesiology - bariatric surgery - behavioral health network - bloodless medicine and surgery program - burn center - cancer programs and services - cardiac services (the saint barnabas heart hospital) - celiac disease program - center for health and wellness - colon wellness center - comprehensive rehabilitation center - corporate care - craniofacial center - cystic fibrosis - diabetes care - dialysis, renal - emergency department - epilepsy center, adult and pediatric comprehensive - health assessment center for athletes - hemodialysis - home health services - hospice and palliative care services - imaging center - internal medicine faculty practice - integrative medicine center - joint institutes - joint and spine institute - lasik refractive surgery - lung center - lung transplant - medical education and clinical research - medicine subspecialties - center for menopause and reproductive endocrine services - multiple sclerosis comprehensive care program - neonatal intensive care unit - institute for neurology and neurosurgery - nutritional counseling services - obesity and weight management center - department of obstetrics/gynecology - occupational medicine - osteoporosis and metabolic bone disease center - the pain management institute - pathology services - pediatric cardiac surgery - pediatrics - general and subspecialty - pediatric intensive care unit - pediatric nephrology and transplantation - pediatric oncology - the pediatric specialty center (includes developmental, genetics, diabetes, endocrinology, gastroenterology, general surgery, infectious disease and immunology, lyme disease and rheumatology, neurology, pulmonology) - peritoneal dialysis - physical medicine and rehabilitation - physical and occupational therapy - plastic and reconstructive surgery - pre-admission testing - post-acute rehabilitation - outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation - radiation oncology - radiology department - refractive surgery center - regional craniofacial center - renal transplant centers of Barnabas Health - comprehensive rehabilitation center - department of respiratory care - robotic surgery and minimally invasive surgery - senior health - sleep disorders center - smoking cessation - speech and hearing center - sports medicine institute - stroke, comprehensive and primary centers - surgery department - tobacco treatment program - transitional care units - travel clinic - the center for urogynecology - valerie fund children's centers - weight loss institute - women's cardiac risk assessment - women's/parent health education - women's center for gynecological surgery, caterina gregori, m.d. - wound care centers - vascular center Support Groups -------------- BH is dedicated to providing the highest quality of services to meet all the healthcare needs of its community. In addition to the direct patient care provided by its staff, BH makes available the following healthcare education programs and classes, patient support groups and community services to patients and their families. Some of these programs are: - aids/hiv positive support group - bereavement support group - breastfeeding support group - breast health education - burn peer support group - cancer support groups and programs - cardiac rehabilitation support group - children of aging parents support group - coping low vision - craniofacial parent education and support - epilepsy parent support group - impotence anonymous - infertility support group - lymphedema education and support group - nicu support group - osteoporosis education - parenting insights - parkinson's disease support group - pediatric outreach education - perinatal bereavement support group - refractive surgery seminar - renal transplant and dialysis support groups and programs - resolve - the wellness connection - women's health/parent education Instructional classes and programs ---------------------------------- BH offers a variety of lifestyle and instructional classes to improve an individual's overall well-being. There is a fee associated with some of these programs. These include, but are not limited, to: - aquacize class - cpr: cardiopulmonary resuscitation class - first aid programs - hippotherapy: therapy for children on horseback - integrative medicine programs - karate for children with special needs - learn program for weight control - moms in motion: prenatal and postpartum exercise - sports medicine programs - stay fit - yoga class Childbirth preparation and parenting classes -------------------------------------------- BH offers an extensive array of prenatal childbirth preparation and parenting classes and services. In addition, the women's health service department offers seminars on women's health issues. The following courses and services are currently offered include, but are not limited, to: - adoptive parents baby care consultations - breastfeeding class - breast pump rental service - daddy beeper rental service - grandparenting - infant and child cpr - lamaze refresher series - marvelous multiples program - moms in motion: prenatal and postpartum exercise - parenting insights - pets and babies seminar - prepared childbirth series - prepared childbirth/lamaze series - sibling class - women's heath seminars |
| CORE FORM, PART VI, SECTION A; QUESTION 4 | ON MAY 16, 2013, BARNABAS HEALTH, INC., LIBERTY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, INC. ("LIBERTY") AND JERSEY CITY MEDICAL CENTER ("JCMC") ENTERED INTO AN AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER AND ACQUISITION ("TRANSACTION"). EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2014 ("ACQUISITION DATE"), LIBERTY AND ITS (FORMER) WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDARY JCMC, BECAME PART OF BARNABAS HEALTH WHEREBY BARNABAS HEALTH, INC. BECAME THE SOLE MEMBER OF LIBERTY AND JCMC. JCMC IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ACUTE CARE HOSPITAL WITH 316 LICENSED BEDS LOCATED IN JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY. JCMC PROVIDES INPATIENT, OUTPATIENT, AND EMERGENCY CARE SERVICES TO RESIDENTS OF JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY, AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES. NO CASH CONSIDERATION WAS EXCHANGED AT THE CLOSING OF THE TRANSACTION. BARNABAS HEALTH, INC. ACCOUNTED FOR THIS BUSINESS COMBINATION BY APPLYING THE ACQUISITION METHOD, AND ACCORDINGLY, THE INHERENT CONTRIBUTION RECEIVED WAS VALUED AS THE EXCESS OF THE FAIR VALUE OF THE ASSETS ACQUIRED OVER THE FAIR VALUE OF THE LIABILITIES ASSUMED. THE RESULTS OF LIBERTY'S OPERATIONS HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN THE BARNABAS HEALTH, INC. AUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS COMMENCING ON THE ACQUISITION DATE. |
| CORE FORM, PART VI, SECTION B; QUESTION 11B | THE ORGANIZATION IS THE TAX-EXEMPT PARENT ENTITY OF BARNABAS HEALTH; A TAX-EXEMPT INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM ("SYSTEM"). THE ORGANIZATION'S FEDERAL FORM 990 WAS PROVIDED TO EACH VOTING MEMBER OF ITS GOVERNING BODY (ITS BOARD OF TRUSTEES) PRIOR TO THE FILING WITH THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE ("IRS"). IN ADDITION THE BARNABAS HEALTH, INC. AUDIT COMMITTEE PERFORMED A DETAILED REVIEW OF THE FEDERAL FORM 990 PRIOR TO PROVIDING IT TO EACH VOTING MEMBER OF ITS BOARD OF TRUSTEES. THE BARNABAS HEALTH, INC. BOARD OF TRUSTEES HAS DELEGATED TO THE AUDIT COMMITTEE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO OVERSEE AND COORDINATE THE FEDERAL FORM 990 PREPARATION, REVIEW AND FILING PROCESS FOR THIS ORGANIZATION AND ALL OF THE TAX-EXEMPT AFFILIATES OF THE SYSTEM. AS PART OF THE ORGANIZATION'S FEDERAL FORM 990 TAX RETURN PREPARATION PROCESS THE ORGANIZATION HIRED A PROFESSIONAL CPA FIRM WITH EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE IN BOTH HEALTHCARE AND NOT-FOR-PROFIT TAX RETURN PREPARATION TO PREPARE THE FEDERAL FORM 990. THE CPA FIRM'S TAX PROFESSIONALS WORKED CLOSELY WITH THE ORGANIZATION'S SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT/GENERAL COUNSEL, EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, VICE PRESIDENT OF INTERNAL AUDIT AND VARIOUS OTHER INDIVIDUALS OF THE SYSTEM TO OBTAIN THE INFORMATION NEEDED IN ORDER TO PREPARE A COMPLETE AND ACCURATE TAX RETURN. THE CPA FIRM PREPARED A DRAFT FEDERAL FORM 990 AND FURNISHED IT TO THE ORGANIZATION'S INTERNAL WORKING GROUP INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THOSE INDIVIDUALS OUTLINED ABOVE, FOR THEIR REVIEW. THE ORGANIZATION'S INTERNAL WORKING GROUP AND OTHER INDIVIDUALS REVIEWED THE DRAFT FEDERAL FORM 990 AND DISCUSSED QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS WITH THE CPA FIRM. IN ADDITION, THE SYSTEM'S EXTERNAL OUTSIDE TAX COUNSEL REVIEWED THE DRAFT FEDERAL FORM 990. REVISIONS WERE MADE TO THE DRAFT FEDERAL FORM 990 WHERE NECESSARY AND A FINAL DRAFT WAS FURNISHED BY THE CPA FIRM TO THE ORGANIZATION'S INTERNAL WORKING GROUP AND VARIOUS OTHER INDIVIDUALS FOR FINAL REVIEW AND APPROVAL PRIOR TO PRESENTATION OF THE FEDERAL FORM 990 TO THE MEMBERS OF THE BARNABAS HEALTH, INC. AUDIT COMMITTEE. FOLLOWING THE AUDIT COMMITTEE'S REVIEW, THE FINAL FEDERAL FORM 990 WAS PROVIDED TO EACH VOTING MEMBER OF THE ORGANIZATION'S GOVERNING BODY PRIOR TO THE FILING WITH THE IRS. |
| CORE FORM, PART VI, SECTION B; QUESTION 12 | THE ORGANIZATION HAS A WRITTEN CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND REGULARLY MONITORS AND ENFORCES COMPLIANCE WITH THAT POLICY. THE POLICY REQUIRES THAT A CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE FORM CONSISTENT WITH BEST GOVERNANCE PRACTICES AND INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE GUIDELINES BE CIRCULATED TO OFFICERS, TRUSTEES, AND KEY EMPLOYEES ANNUALLY. IF A TRUSTEE DISCLOSES AN INTEREST THAT COULD GIVE RISE TO A CONFLICT, THE TRUSTEE'S POTENTIAL CONFLICT IS REFERRED TO THE CORPORATE NOMINATING AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE, WHICH EVALUATES THE CONFLICT AND ITS POTENTIAL IMPACT ON THE TRUSTEE'S PARTICIPATION ON THE BOARD OR ON CERTAIN ISSUES THAT MAY COME BEFORE THE BOARD. AFTER CONSULTATION WITH COUNSEL, THE COMMITTEE WILL TAKE ACTION, IF APPROPRIATE AND NECESSARY, TO ADDRESS ANY SUCH CONFLICT IN A MANNER CONSISTENT WITH THE ORGANIZATION'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY. |
| CORE FORM, PART VI, SECTION B; QUESTION 15 | THE ORGANIZATION'S BOARD OF TRUSTEES MAINTAINS AN EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE ("COMMITTEE"). THE COMMITTEE HAS ADOPTED A WRITTEN EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY WHICH IT FOLLOWS WHEN IT REVIEWS AND APPROVES OF THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS OF THE ORGANIZATION'S SENIOR MANAGEMENT, INCLUDING THE PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS AND THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER. THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE ALSO REVIEWS THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS OF OTHER KEY OFFICERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES OF BARNABAS HEALTH INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF BARNABAS HEALTH'S HOSPITALS AND MEDICAL CENTERS. THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE, WHICH IS REQUIRED BY THE CORPORATION'S BYLAWS TO BE COMPRISED SOLELY OF INDEPENDENT TRUSTEES, SEEKS GUIDANCE AND SUBSTANTIATION FROM A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED COMPENSATION CONSULTANT. THE COMMITTEE REVIEWS THE "TOTAL COMPENSATION" OF THE INDIVIDUALS WHICH IS INTENDED TO INCLUDE BOTH CURRENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION AND ALL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS, BOTH QUALIFIED AND NON-QUALIFIED. THE COMMITTEE'S REVIEW IS DONE ON AT LEAST AN ANNUAL BASIS AND ENSURES THAT THE "TOTAL COMPENSATION" OF SENIOR MANAGEMENT OF THE ORGANIZATION IS REASONABLE. THE ACTIONS TAKEN BY THE COMMITTEE ENABLE THE ORGANIZATION TO RECEIVE THE REBUTTABLE PRESUMPTION OF REASONABLENESS FOR PURPOSES OF INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 4958 WITH RESPECT TO THE TOTAL COMPENSATION OF CERTAIN MEMBERS OF THE SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM, INCLUDING THE PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS AND THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER. THE THREE FACTORS WHICH MUST BE SATISFIED IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE REBUTTABLE PRESUMPTION OF REASONABLENESS ARE THE FOLLOWING: 1. THE COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENT IS APPROVED IN ADVANCE BY AN "AUTHORIZED BODY" OF THE APPLICABLE TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION WHICH IS COMPOSED ENTIRELY OF INDIVIDUALS WHO DO NOT HAVE A "CONFLICT OF INTEREST" WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENT; 2. THE AUTHORIZED BODY OBTAINED AND RELIED UPON "APPROPRIATE DATA AS TO COMPARABILITY" PRIOR TO MAKING ITS DETERMINATION; AND 3. THE AUTHORIZED BODY "ADEQUATELY DOCUMENTED THE BASIS FOR ITS DETERMINATION" CONCURRENTLY WITH MAKING THAT DETERMINATION. THE COMMITTEE IS COMPRISED OF MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES; EACH OF WHOM ARE INDEPENDENT AND ARE FREE FROM ANY CONFLICTS OF INTEREST. THE COMMITTEE RELIED UPON APPROPRIATE COMPARABLE DATA; SPECIFICALLY THE COMMITTEE OBTAINED A WRITTEN COMPENSATION STUDY FROM AN INDEPENDENT FIRM WHICH SPECIALIZES IN THE REVIEW OF HOSPITAL AND HEALTHCARE SYSTEM EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. THIS STUDY USED COMPARABLE GEOGRAPHIC AND DEMOGRAPHIC MARKET DATA INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, SIMILARLY SIZED HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS AND HOSPITALS, # OF LICENSED BEDS AND NET PATIENT SERVICE REVENUE. THE COMMITTEE ADEQUATELY DOCUMENTED ITS BASIS FOR ITS DETERMINATION THROUGH THE TIMELY PREPARATION OF WRITTEN MINUTES OF THE EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE MEETINGS DURING WHICH THE EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS WAS REVIEWED AND SUBSEQUENTLY APPROVED. THE ACTIONS OUTLINED ABOVE WITH RESPECT TO THE COMMITTEE AND THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE REBUTTABLE PRESUMPTION OF REASONABLENESS APPLIES TO CERTAIN SENIOR MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS, THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT/CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF BARNABAS HEALTH'S HOSPITALS AND MEDICAL CENTERS. THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS OF CERTAIN OTHER INDIVIDUALS CONTAINED IN THIS FORM 990 ARE REVIEWED ANNUALLY BY THE BARNABAS HEALTH PRESIDENT/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER WITH ASSISTANCE FROM THE ORGANIZATION'S HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE INDIVIDUAL'S JOB PERFORMANCE DURING THE YEAR AND IS BASED UPON OTHER OBJECTIVE FACTORS DESIGNED TO ENSURE THAT REASONABLE AND FAIR MARKET VALUE COMPENSATION IS PAID BY THE ORGANIZATION. OTHER OBJECTIVE FACTORS INCLUDE MARKET SURVEY DATA FOR COMPARABLE POSITIONS, INDIVIDUAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES, PERSONNEL REVIEWS, EVALUATIONS, SELF-EVALUATIONS AND PERFORMANCE FEEDBACK MEETINGS. |
| CORE FORM, PART VI, SECTION C; QUESTION 19 | THE ORGANIZATION HAS ISSUED TAX-EXEMPT BONDS TO FINANCE VARIOUS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS, RENOVATIONS AND EQUIPMENT. IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ISSUANCE OF THESE TAX-EXEMPT BONDS, THE ORGANIZATION'S FINANCIAL STATEMENTS WERE INCLUDED WITH THE TAX-EXEMPT BOND PROSPECTUS WHICH WAS MADE AVAILABLE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC FOR REVIEW. IN ADDITION, THE ORGANIZATION'S FILED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION AND ANY AMENDMENTS CAN BE OBTAINED AND REVIEWED THROUGH THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY. |
| CORE FORM, PART VII, SECTION A, COLUMN B | THIS ORGANIZATION IS THE TAX-EXEMPT PARENT ENTITY OF BARNABAS HEALTH; A TAX-EXEMPT INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM ("SYSTEM"). THE SYSTEM INCLUDES BOTH FOR-PROFIT AND NOT FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. CERTAIN BOARD OF TRUSTEE MEMBERS, OFFICERS AND/OR DIRECTORS LISTED ON CORE FORM, PART VII AND SCHEDULE J OF THIS FORM 990 MAY HOLD SIMILAR POSITIONS WITH BOTH THIS ORGANIZATION AND OTHER AFFILIATES WITHIN THE SYSTEM. THE HOURS SHOWN ON THIS FORM 990, FOR BOARD MEMBERS WHO RECEIVE NO COMPENSATION FOR SERVICES RENDERED IN A NON-BOARD CAPACITY, REPRESENT THE ESTIMATED HOURS DEVOTED PER WEEK FOR THIS ORGANIZATION. TO THE EXTENT THESE INDIVIDUALS SERVE AS A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF OTHER RELATED ORGANIZATIONS IN THE SYSTEM, THEIR RESPECTIVE HOURS PER WEEK PER ORGANIZATION ARE APPROXIMATELY ONE HOUR. THE HOURS REFLECTED ON PART VII OF THIS FORM 990, FOR BOARD MEMBERS WHO RECEIVE COMPENSATION FOR SERVICES RENDERED IN A NON-BOARD CAPACITY, PAID OFFICERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES, REFLECT TOTAL HOURS WORKED PER WEEK ON BEHALF OF THE SYSTEM; NOT SOLELY THIS ORGANIZATION. |
| CORE FORM, PART VII AND SCHEDULE J | PART VII AND SCHEDULE J REFLECT CERTAIN BOARD MEMBERS AND OFFICERS RECEIVING COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FROM A RELATED ORGANIZATION. PLEASE NOTE THIS REMUNERATION WAS FOR SERVICES RENDERED AS FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES OF THE RELATED ORGANIZATION AND NOT FOR SERVICES RENDERED AS A VOTING MEMBER OR OFFICER OF THIS ORGANIZATION'S BOARD OF TRUSTEES. |
| CORE FORM, PART VII AND SCHEDULE J | THOMAS R. PERCELLO, FORMER VICE PRESIDENT OF THE ORGANIZATION, IS STILL EMPLOYED WITHIN BARNABAS HEALTH AS A CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/VICE PRESIDENT OF FINANCE OF COMMUNITY MEDICAL CENTER; A RELATED INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 501(C)(30 TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION. |
| CORE FORM, PART XI; QUESTION 9 | OTHER CHANGES IN NET ASSETS OR FUND BALANCE INCLUDES: - LOSS ON EARLY EXTINGUISHMENT OF DEBT, NET - ($96,000); - PENSION AND POST RETIREMENT CHANGES OTHER THAN NET PERIODIC BENEFIT COST - ($34,340,940); AND - NET TRANSFER OF EQUITY AMONGST BARNABAS HEALTH SYSTEM AFFILIATES - ($87,550,990). |
| CORE FORM, PART XII; QUESTION 2 | THE TAXPAYER IS THE TAX-EXEMPT PARENT ENTITY OF BARNABAS HEALTH; A TAX-EXEMPT, INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM ("SYSTEM"). AN INDEPENDENT CPA FIRM AUDITED THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THIS ORGANIZATION AND ALL AFFILIATES FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2014 AND DECEMBER 31, 2013; RESPECTIVELY. THE AUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS CONTAIN CONSOLIDATING SCHEDULES ON AN ENTITY BY ENTITY BASIS FOR THE BARNABAS HEALTH HOSPITALS AND CERTAIN OTHER AFFILIATES. THE INDEPENDENT CPA FIRM ISSUED AN UNQUALIFIED OPINION WITH RESPECT TO THE CONSOLIDATED AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. BARNABAS HEALTH'S AUDIT COMMITTEE ASSUMES RESPONSIBILITY FOR OVERSIGHT OF THE AUDIT OF THE SYSTEM'S CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND THE SELECTION OF AN INDEPENDENT AUDITOR. |
| CORE FORM, PART XII; QUESTION 3 | THIS ORGANIZATION IS THE TAX-EXEMPT PARENT ENTITY OF BARNABAS HEALTH; A TAX-EXEMPT, INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM ("SYSTEM"). BARNABAS HEALTH'S AUDIT COMMITTEE ENGAGED AN INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTING FIRM TO PREPARE AND ISSUE A SYSTEM WIDE CONSOLIDATED A-133 AUDIT. THIS ORGANIZATION WAS INCLUDED IN THE A-133 AUDIT. |
| SCHEDULE A, PART I | THE ORGNIZATION IS ALSO AN INTERNAL REVENUE CODE ("IRC") SECTION 501(C)(3), 509(A)(3) SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION OF THE OTHER BARNABAS HEALTH TAX-EXEMPT IRC SECTION 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS CLASSIFIED AS IRC SECTION 509(A)(1) AND 509(A)(2) PUBLIC CHARITIES. PLEASE REFER TO SCHEDULE R AND R-1. |
| FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G | DESCRIPTION:PURCHASED SERVICES TOTAL FEES:22713064 |
| FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G | DESCRIPTION:CLINICAL FEES TOTAL FEES:3410577 |
| FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G | DESCRIPTION:CONSULTING FEES TOTAL FEES:3846008 |
| FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G | DESCRIPTION:DIETARY MANAGEMENT FEES TOTAL FEES:522213 |
| FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G | DESCRIPTION:COLLECTION FEES TOTAL FEES:478266 |
| FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G | DESCRIPTION:REGULATORY FEES TOTAL FEES:1723054 |
| FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G | DESCRIPTION:PHYSICIAN FEES TOTAL FEES:95308 |
| FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G | DESCRIPTION:OTHER FEES TOTAL FEES:385126 |
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