Form990
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2013 calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2013 , 2013, and ending 06-30-2014
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
3900 WEST AVERA DRIVE No 300
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
SIOUX FALLS, SD57108
D Employer identification number

46-0422673
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 135,049,558
F Name and address of principal officer:
John Porter
3900 WEST AVERA DRIVE No 300
SIOUX FALLS,SD57108
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
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Website:MediumBullet
www.avera.org
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet0928
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1998
M State of legal domicile: SD
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: Promotion of Health
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 15
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 12
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2013 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 837
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 20
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 1,589,065
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ......... 7b 104,051
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 8,049,256 8,015,201
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 92,494,783 125,942,998
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 792,695 572,957
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 23,710,523 278,813
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 125,047,257 134,809,969
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 2,656,331 3,241,116
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 54,745,019 74,107,652
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet0    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 30,221,636 42,106,832
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 87,622,986 119,455,600
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... 37,424,271 15,354,369
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 1,156,273,576 1,372,317,642
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 944,979,987 1,121,323,279
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 211,293,589 250,994,363
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y
Form 990 (2013)
Form 990 (2013)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III ..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: Avera Health is a health ministry rooted in the Gospel. Our mission is to make a positive impact in the lives and health of persons and communities by providing quality services guided by Christian values.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ......................
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ............................
If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 104,524,341 including grants of $ 3,241,116 ) (Revenue $ 125,942,998 )
Avera Health delivers health care to individuals and communities through a system of nearly 330 affiliated health care facilities, which are referred to collectively as "Avera." Avera, the health ministry of the Benedictine and Presentation Sisters, serves the people of eastern South Dakota and surrounding states with a wide spectrum of health services delivered through hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics and other health programs.Avera Health VisionWorking with its partners, Avera Health shall provide a quality, cost-effective health ministry, which reflects Gospel values. We shall improve the health care of the people we serve through a regionally integrated network of persons and institutions.Avera ValuesIn caring for life, the Avera community is guided by the Gospel values of compassion, hospitality and stewardship.Avera is sponsored by the Benedictine Sisters of Yankton, S.D., and the Presentation Sisters of Aberdeen, S.D. In accordance with its Catholic mission, Avera adheres to "The Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services".Avera facilities return any revenues over expenses that they receive to the people in their communities in three ways:We provide care of those who cannot afford to pay. Avera affiliates provide free or discounted health and health-related services to persons who cannot afford to pay all or part of a bill, including persons who are uninsured and low-income patients, using income-related discounts. As the number of uninsured persons grows, so does the need for charity care, or free or discounted health services provided to those who cannot afford to pay.Charity Care/Patient Assistance at cost $22,098,628Charity care/financial assistance is free or discounted health and health-related services provided to persons who cannot afford to pay all or part of a bill, including persons who are uninsured and low-income patients, using an income-related schedule. The dollar amount provided for charity care is based on the actual cost of providing that service, not the amount that would have been charged for that service. Charity care does not include bad debt.Unpaid Costs of Government and Other Programs $35,540,386 *Medicaid, State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), local and state government programs that reimburse health care providers for persons not eligible for Medicaid and other government programs provide health coverage for thousands of individuals in our region. However, they generally do not reimburse hospitals and doctors for the full costs of services. In many instances, payment is based on data from previous years that doesn't accurately reflect the rapidly changing nature of health services, such as new processes, new equipment, new technologies and rising costs for supplies.*In accordance with "A Guide for Planning and Reporting Community Benefit" (St. Louis: Catholic Health Association of the United States, 2008), unpaid costs of Medicare are not included in this amount. The amount of unpaid costs of Medicare for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2014, was $51,036,521.Additional Community Benefits $40,408,260Community benefits are programs or activities that provide treatment or promote health and healing as a response to identified community needs. These programs and services are not provided for marketing purposes. A community benefit must meet at least one of the following criteria: improve access to health care services; enhance health of the community; advance medical or health care knowledge; or relieve or reduce the burden of government or other community efforts. Included in this category are community health improvement services, health professions education, subsidized health services, research activities, financial and in-kind contributions, community-building and leadership activities and community-benefit-operations activities.Total $99,047,274Avera operates under the premise that social and institutional wellness are best promoted through joint efforts of various religious and community-sponsored institutions. Choosing collaboration and empowerment enables us to be better stewards of our human, financial, technical and environmental resources.Our caregivers are supported by the resources and expertise of the region's largest health system. Management and other support services are provided through the Avera Central Office, and Avera's six regional centers: Avera St. Luke's in Aberdeen, SD; Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center in Marshall, MN.; Avera Queen of Peace in Mitchell, SD; Avera St. Mary's in Pierre, SD; Avera McKennan in Sioux Falls, SD; and Avera Sacred Heart in Yankton, SD. As a leading health system in the region, Avera is committed to meeting the needs of communities it serves through the provision of quality health care services guided by Christian values and by making a positive impact on the community. Avera Health acts as the leader of the Avera health ministry, serving as an overall parent to support its affiliated tax-exempt health care organizations. Through Avera Health, affiliates collaborate to improve the lives and health of individuals and of the communities we serve. This collaboration allows affiliates to access leading edge strategies and expertise while keeping administrative costs as low as possible.Avera Health serves health care facilities that are owned by Avera Health as well as facilities that are owned by local communities. Through Avera Health, affiliates are able to share costs of management, legal and other support services among many facilities rather than each facility incurring those costs separately. Avera Health provides a variety of services for the benefit of affiliates including coordinating the delivery of health care service to the region, overall strategic planning, group purchasing of supplies and services at lowest possible cost and education. Avera Health also coordinates joint investments and risk-management programs for affiliates.Some of the specific ways Avera Health has improved the communities we serve include during the year ended June 30, 2014 are:* Providing support services to nearly 330 affiliated health care facilities* Providing $2,687,673 (shown on Form 990, Part IX, line 1) in financial support for various projects in local communities* Sponsoring education programs including a gerontological care conference, nursing conference, ethics conference, parish nursing conference and more.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet104,524,341
Form 990 (2013)
Form 990 (2013)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete Schedule AClick to see attachment........................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)? Click to see attachment...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IClick to see attachment..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIClick to see attachment........
4
Yes
 
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C,
Part IIIClick to see attachment............................
5
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IClick to see attachment........................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment....................
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IVClick to see attachment..............
9
Yes
 
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment......
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment...................
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIClick to see attachment.......
11b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIIClick to see attachment.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IXClick to see attachment............
11d
Yes
 
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment.........................
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII Click to see attachment.................
12a
 
No
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
Yes
 
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E....
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?.....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV......... Click to see attachment
14b
Yes
 
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IVClick to see attachment
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV... Click to see attachment
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions).... Click to see attachment
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............ Click to see attachment
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III................... Click to see attachment
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II... Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........ Click to see attachment
22
Yes
 
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a................ Click to see attachment
24a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
No
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................
24c
 
No
d
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
No
25a
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I........ Click to see attachment
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I................... Click to see attachment
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons? If so, complete Schedule L, Part II.................... Click to see attachment
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part III......... Click to see attachment
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV .......................... Click to see attachment
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule L, Part IV..................... Click to see attachment
28b
Yes
 
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV... Click to see attachment
28c
Yes
 
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M............. Click to see attachment
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I........ Click to see attachment
33
Yes
 
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1........................ Click to see attachment
34
Yes
 
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
Yes
 
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2... Click to see attachment
35b
Yes
 
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2............. Click to see attachment
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VIClick to see attachment
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Form 990 (2013)
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V ..............
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
388
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
837
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O...
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)?..........................
4a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBulletCJ , VI
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions?...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?............................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?............................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?............
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?..........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?.......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year. ....................
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI ..............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year .....................
1a
15
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent ...................
1b
12
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
 
No
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? ...........................
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
Yes
 
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
Yes
 
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
 
No
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe in Schedule O how this was done.......................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
No
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
CA
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization:
MediumBulletJim Breckenridge3900 W Avera Dr Ste 300Sioux FallsSD57108 (605) 322-4700
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Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII ..............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

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

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

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

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) Mark Buche........................................................................
Chair
 5.20
.......................0.00 		X   X       0 0 0
(2) Sister Mary Jaeger........................................................................
Vice Chair
 5.00
.......................5.00 		X   X       0 0 0
(3) Cathy Clark........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................0.00 		X           0 0 0
(4) Sister Janet Horstman........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................0.00 		X           0 0 0
(5) Sister Barbara McTague........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................0.00 		X           0 0 0
(6) Sister Mary Kay Panowicz........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................3.00 		X           0 0 0
(7) Sister JoAnn Sturzl........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................2.30 		X           0 0 0
(8) Merrit Warren MD........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................6.50 		X           0 0 0
(9) Dan Eisenbraun........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................0.00 		X           0 0 0
(10) Mark Shlanta........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................0.00 		X           0 0 0
(11) Sister Debra Kolecka........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................1.00 		X           0 0 0
(12) Dr Dale Vizcarra........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................40.00 		X           0 216,218 33,954
(13) Dr J Michael Bacharach........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................0.00 		X           0 0 0
(14) Ken Karels........................................................................
Director
 5.00
.......................0.00 		X           0 0 0
(15) John Porter........................................................................
President & CEO
 40.00
.......................2.00 		X   X       1,334,108 0 34,581
(16) James Breckenridge........................................................................
Sec/Treas & SrVP Finance
 40.00
.......................0.00 		    X       701,996 0 22,231
(17) Fredrick Slunecka........................................................................
Chief Operating Officer
 40.00
.......................0.00 		      X     1,032,419 0 32,081
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(18) David Flicek........................................................................
Chief Administrative Officer
 40.00
.......................1.00 		      X     531,634 0 35,637
(19) David Erickson........................................................................
Sr VP Medical Affair
 40.00
.......................0.00 		        X   645,050 0 33,137
(20) Todd Forkel........................................................................
Pres/CEO-St. Lukes
 1.00
.......................40.00 		        X   445,623 0 33,137
(21) Pamela Rezac........................................................................
Pres/CEO-Sacred Heart
 1.00
.......................40.00 		        X   471,589 0 34,081
(22) David Kapaska........................................................................
Pres/CEO-McKennan
 1.00
.......................40.00 		        X   796,316 0 32,081
(23) William McLean........................................................................
SrVP Human Resoures/McKennan
 1.00
.......................40.00 		        X   396,265 0 25,321














1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 6,355,000 216,218 316,241
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet80
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
Avera McKennan1325 S Cliff AvenueSioux FallsSD57117 Services 7,134,242
CDW Government230 N Milwaukee AveVernon HillsIL60061 Computer Hardware Consulting 5,205,840
Medical Information Technology1 Meditech CircleWestwoodMA02090 Hardware/Software Consulting 3,660,887
The Advisory Board2445 M Street NWWashingtonDC20037 Healthcare Consulting 2,141,597
LSS Systems6423 City West ParkEden PrairieMN55344 Software Consulting 1,889,683
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet71
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Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII .............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512-514
Contributions, Gifts, GrantAmt and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a 54,200
b Membership dues....1b  
c Fundraising events....1c 482,937
d Related organizations...1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e 1,111,628
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		6,366,436
g Noncash contributions included in lines
1a-1f:$ 		150,136
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 8,015,201
Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a Support services 561000 119,899,245 118,259,672 1,639,573  
b Income from affiliates 561000 5,776,003 5,826,511 -50,508  
c Supporting revenue 900099 230,497 230,497    
d Education & conference 900099 37,253 37,253    
e
f All other program service revenue .        
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 125,942,998
OtherAmt RevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other similar amounts).......MediumBullet 594,929     594,929
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet        
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet        
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross rents 166,284  
b Less: rental expenses 0  
c Rental income or (loss) 166,284  
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet 166,284     166,284
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory    
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses   21,972
c Gain or (loss)   -21,972
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet -21,972     -21,972
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$ 482,937
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ..
a 330,146
b Less: direct expenses ...b 217,617
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 112,529   112,529
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet        
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a            
b            
c            
d All other revenue ....        
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet  
12 Total revenue. See Instructions......MediumBullet 134,809,969 124,353,933 1,589,065 851,770
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX ...............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States. See Part IV, line 21 2,687,673 2,687,673
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line 22 553,443 553,443
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16    
4 Benefits paid to or for members    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 3,723,975   3,723,975  
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .... 128,898 128,898    
7 Other salaries and wages 54,612,378 52,318,049 2,294,329  
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 1,103,434 1,041,817 61,617  
9 Other employee benefits ....... 10,076,221 9,234,214 842,007  
10 Payroll taxes ........... 4,462,746 4,010,990 451,756  
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ......        
b Legal ......... 20,473   20,473  
c Accounting ........... 653,500   653,500  
d Lobbying ...........        
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17    
f Investment management fees ......        
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) ........ 22,164,338 18,068,429 4,095,909  
12 Advertising and promotion .... 1,713,486 1,713,486    
13 Office expenses ....... 4,970,732 3,565,900 1,404,832  
14 Information technology ...... 340,624 340,624    
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 1,694,553 917,474 777,079  
17 Travel ............ 1,135,221 955,142 180,079  
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 1,465,170 1,158,028 307,142  
20 Interest ........... 258,946 258,946    
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 5,424,105 5,345,071 79,034  
23 Insurance .............. 227,918 223,679 4,239  
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a Grant Program Expenditu 1,430,698 1,430,698    
b Food 132,781 105,441 27,340  
c License & publications 85,278 85,278    
d Project expenses 54,833 54,833    
e All other expenses 334,176 326,228 7,948  
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 119,455,600 104,524,341 14,931,259 0
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
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Part X Balance Sheet Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part X ..............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing .............   1  
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 19,083,600 2 15,968,518
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...........   3 385,850
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 18,407,034 4 20,602,716
5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..................
  5  
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
  6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ............. 5,615,816 7 13,299,979
8 Inventories for sale or use ..............   8  
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges .......... 1,815,394 9 3,359,137
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 96,241,879
b Less: accumulated depreciation ..... 10b 27,347,262 62,176,883 10c 68,894,617
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .......... 657,520,238 11 736,782,319
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 93,959,195 12 116,166,617
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 81,858 13 72,494
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 297,613,558 15 396,785,395
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)...... 1,156,273,576 16 1,372,317,642
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ......... 9,870,268 17 15,828,911
18 Grants payable .................   18  
19 Deferred revenue ................ 8,993,817 19 18,999,349
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ............. 303,801,062 20 323,567,541
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D.. 577,774,575 21 639,694,294
22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........   22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23 35,127,161
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....   24  
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D.................... 44,540,265 25 88,106,023
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25......... 944,979,987 26 1,121,323,279
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets .............. 209,732,497 27 249,236,026
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ........... 1,088,551 28 1,261,151
29 Permanently restricted net assets ........... 472,541 29 497,186
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds ........   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 211,293,589 33 250,994,363
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 1,156,273,576 34 1,372,317,642
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI ..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
134,809,969
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
119,455,600
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
15,354,369
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..
4
211,293,589
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
20,850,064
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
3,496,341
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B))
10
250,994,363
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII .............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133?
3a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
 
 
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Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
Additional Data


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

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
right arrow Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
 
(ii) A family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
 
(iii) A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
 
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document? (v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support? (vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.? (vii) Amount of monetary support
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total  

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) 2013 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....            
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3            
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..  
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.  
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) 2013 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4..            
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...            
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..            
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).  
12
12
 
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here.................................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
 
15
15
 
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) 2013 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") . 5,772,674 13,930,641 8,237,289 8,049,256 8,015,201 44,005,061
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...... 40,864,118 56,880,853 75,219,976 92,494,783 125,942,998 391,402,728
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. 46,636,792 70,811,494 83,457,265 100,544,039 133,958,199 435,407,789
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...           0
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. 17,719,931 18,116,948 37,279,233 49,428,377 67,619,274 190,163,763
c Add lines 7a and 7b.. 17,719,931 18,116,948 37,279,233 49,428,377 67,619,274 190,163,763
8 Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.) 245,244,026
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) 2013 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6... 46,636,792 70,811,494 83,457,265 100,544,039 133,958,199 435,407,789
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 3,905,961 1,831,569 1,214,380 980,380 761,213 8,693,503
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b. 3,905,961 1,831,569 1,214,380 980,380 761,213 8,693,503
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on. 537,241 435,237 550,548 328,468 105,051 1,956,545
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.) ..            
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.).. 51,079,994 73,078,300 85,222,193 101,852,887 134,824,463 446,057,837
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
54.980 %
16
16
56.080 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
1.950 %
18
18
3.120 %
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
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Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
 
 
 
 
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or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Arrow Bullet Information about Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




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

46-0422673
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
 

   
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED, RESTRICTEDRESTRICTED

$RESTRICTED


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

   
 
 

$  


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

   
 
 

$  


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

   
 
 

$  


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

   
 
 

$  


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

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
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Name of organization
AVERA HEALTH
  		Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
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Name of organization
AVERA HEALTH
  		Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
that total more than $1,000 for the year. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
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SCHEDULE C
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
SchCMd Bullet Complete if the organization is described below.SchCMd Bullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
SchCMd Bullet See separate instructions.SchCMd Bullet Information about Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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If the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
Round Bullet Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
Round Bullet Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (Proxy Tax), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

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

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

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

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










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

4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the instructions for lines 2a through 2f on page 4.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in) 		(a) 2010 (b) 2011 (c) 2012 (d) 2013 (e) Total
2a Lobbying nontaxable amount          
b Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e)) 		 
c Total lobbying expenditures          
d Grassroots nontaxable amount          
e Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))		  
f Grassroots lobbying expenditures          
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Part II-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
For each "Yes" response to lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed description of the lobbying activity.
(a)
No
Yes
(b)
Amount
1
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:
a
Volunteers? .........................................
 
No
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ....
 
No
c
Media advertisements? ....................................
 
No
 
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .........................
Yes
 
685
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? .......................
 
No
 
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? .......................
Yes
 
33,200
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? ........
Yes
 
15,564
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ......
 
No
 
i
Other activities? ..........................
 
No
 
j
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i ...............................
49,449
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 .................
 
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 .....
 
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .......
 
 
Part III-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).
Yes
No
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ................
1
 
 
2
Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ................
2
 
 
3
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? ..........
3
 
 
Part III-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No" OR (b) Part III-A, line 3, is answered “Yes."
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members .....................
1
 
2
Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
Current year .........................................
2a
 
b
Carryover from last year ....................................
2b
 
c
Total ............................................
2c
 
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
 
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ................................
4
 
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) ..............
5
 
Part IV
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; Part II-A (affiliated group list); Part II-A, line 2; and Part ll-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part II-B, Line 1: Grants to other organizations: The Lehman Group $12,000 Dougherty & Dougherty, LLP $21,200 Other Activities: Avera Day at the SD Legislature = $15,563
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b
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Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...    
3 Aggregate grants from (during year) .....    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register .................... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the tax year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .......................................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ........
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current year (b)Prior year b (c)Two years back (d)Three years back (e)Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 3,302,432 6,046,321 10,228,130    
b Contributions ........ 477,896 328,355 328,691 8,535,863  
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses 155,637 656,901 -4,335,972 2,080,865  
d Grants or scholarships .....          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		370,880 3,729,145   388,598  
f Administrative expenses .... 22,314   174,528    
g End of year balance ...... 3,542,771 3,302,432 6,046,321 10,228,130  
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet59.930 %
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet25.940 %
c
Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet14.130 %
The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land ................. 13,544,035 948,600 14,492,635
b Buildings ................   29,744,865 4,226,851 25,518,014
c Leasehold improvements ............   2,628,793 1,035,647 1,593,146
d Equipment ................   39,112,592 22,084,764 17,027,828
e Other .................   10,262,994   10,262,994
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).).......SchDMdBullet 68,894,617
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
(3)Other
(A) Non-publicly traded hedge funds 		95,555,214 F

(B) Non-publicly traded real estate 		16,810,265 F

(C) NPPC, LLC 		100,000 C

(D) Premier Purchasing Partners, L.P. 		1,372,082 C

(E) Premier Stock 		2,329,056 F




Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet 116,166,617
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1) Cash surrender value of life insurance 1,536,675
(2) Related party receivables 337,981,861
(3) Deferred financing costs 2,053,683
(4) Bond project fund 55,213,176





Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet 396,785,395
Part X
Other Liabilities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
Federal income taxes  
Estimated insurance claims payable 35,088,625
Due to affiliates 51,366,553
Bond interest payable 1,650,845






Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 88,106,023
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII ..................................................
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 154,339,416
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a 20,850,064
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 10,295,237
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 31,145,301
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 123,194,115
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b 11,615,854
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 11,615,854
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 134,809,969
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 112,714,228
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 217,617
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e 217,617
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 112,496,611
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 4b 6,958,989
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 6,958,989
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 119,455,600
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part IV, Line 2b: Avera Health administers the Avera Health Pooled Investment Fund, a fund that is maintained for the benefit of facilities that are sponsored, operated, or managed by Avera Health. Investments are made in conformity with the objectives and guidelines of the Avera Health Pooled Investment Committee. Within the fund, participating facilities share in a pool of investments that are managed by various fund managers. Investments that are held for participating facilities are recorded as Avera Health Pooled Investments with a corresponding liability account of Custodial Funds - Avera Health Pooled Investments on the balance sheet. Avera Health also holds its own investments within the pooled fund and records their allocated share of income and losses from these investments as investment income in the financial statements.
Part V, Line 4: The Organization's endowment consists of approximately 65 individual funds established for a variety of purposes related to health and wellness programs in Avera affiliated organizations.
Part X, Line 2: Avera Health and most of its sponsored organizations are considered nonprofit corporations as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and are exempt from federal income taxes on related income pursuant to Section 501(a) of the Code. These organizations are required to file a Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax (Form 990) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Avera Health and certain sponsored organizations also file an Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return (Form 990T) with the IRS to report their unrelated business taxable income. Avera Health and its sponsored organizations believe that they have appropriate support for any tax positions taken affecting its annual filing requirements, and as such, does not have any uncertain tax positions that are material to the financial statements. The Organization would recognize future accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits and liabilities in income tax expense if such interest and penalties are incurred. The federal Form 990T filings for consolidated subsidiaries are no longer subject to federal tax examinations by tax authorities for years before 2011.
Part XI, Line 2d - Other Adjustments: Insurance program admin income not recognized for tax reporting 11,281,120. Foundation expenses reported in revenue on financial statements -75,347. Non-operating depreciation reported in revenue for financial statements -910,536.
Part XI, Line 4b - Other Adjustments: Contributions reported in fund balance on financial statements 210,000. Fundraising events expenses reported in revenue on Form 990 -217,617. Investment income reported in fund balance on financial statement 166,499. Premier Program revenue included in expenses for financial statements 5,776,003. Transfer to affiliate included in Other Income for financial statements 17,849. Contributions received by Foundation - not reflected in financial statements 5,663,120.
Part XII, Line 2d - Other Adjustments: Fundraising event expenses reported in revenue on Form 990 217,617.
Part XII, Line 4b - Other Adjustments: Foundation expenses reported in revenue on financial statements 75,347. Premier Program revenue included in expenses for Form 990 5,776,003. Non-operating depreciation reported in expenses for Form 990 910,536. Project and operating expenses included in expense for Form 990 197,103.
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SCHEDULE F(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Statement of Activities Outside the United States
Right pointing arrow large image Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,Part IV, line 14b, 15, or 16.Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990. Right pointing arrow large image See separate instructions.Right pointing arrow large image Information about Schedule F (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I
General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b.
1
For grantmakers.Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of its grants and
other assistance, the grantees’ eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria used
to award the grants or assistance? ...............................
2
For grantmakers. Describe in Part V the organization’s procedures for monitoring the use of its grants and other assistance outside the United States.
3
Activites per Region. (The following Part I, line 3 table can be duplicated if additional space is needed.)
(a) Region (b) Number of offices in the region (c) Number of employees, agents, and independent contractors in region (d) Activities conducted in region (by type) (e.g., fundraising, program services, investments, grants to recipients located in the region) (e) If activity listed in (d) is a program service, describe specific type of
service(s) in region		 (f) Total expenditures
for and investments
in region
Central America and the Caribbean -     Investments    
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
3a Sub-total ..... 0 0 0
b Total from continuation sheets to Part I ... 0 0 0
c Totals (add lines 3a and 3b) 0 0 0
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.Cat. No. 50082W Schedule F (Form 990) 2013
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Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations or Entities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 15, for any recipient who received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
1 (a) Name of organization (b) IRS code section
and EIN (if applicable)		 (c) Region (d) Purpose of
grant 		(e) Amount of
cash grant 		(f) Manner of
cash
disbursement 		(g) Amount
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(i) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
2 Enter total number of recipient organizations listed above that are recognized as charities by the foreign country, recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS, or for which the grantee or counsel has provided a section 501(c)(3) equivalency letter ....MediumBullet
 
3
Enter total number of other organizations or entities .......................MediumBullet
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 16.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Region (c) Number of recipients (d) Amount of
cash grant 		(e) Manner of cash
disbursement 		(f) Amount of
non-cash
assistance 		(g) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
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Part IV
Foreign Forms
1 Was the organization a U.S. transferor of property to a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes,"the organization may be required to file Form 926, Return by a U.S. Transferor of Property to a Foreign Corporation (see Instructions for Form 926)......................................
2 Did the organization have an interest in a foreign trust during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 3520, Annual Return to Report Transactions with Foreign Trusts and Receipt of Certain Foreign Gifts, and/or Form 3520-A, Annual Information Return of Foreign Trust With a U.S. Owner (see Instructions for Forms 3520 and 3520-A).......................................
3 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5471, Information Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Corporations. (see Instructions for Form 5471)..............................
4 Was the organization a direct or indirect shareholder of a passive foreign investment company or a qualified electing fund during the tax year? If “Yes,” the organization may be required to file Form 8621, Information Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company or Qualified Electing Fund. (see Instructions for Form 8621)...............................................
5 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign partnership during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8865, Return of U.S. Persons with Respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships. (see Instructions for Form 8865)....................................
6 Did the organization have any operations in or related to any boycotting countries during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5713, International Boycott Report (see Instructions for Form 5713)................................................
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Part V
Supplemental Information
Provide the information required by Part I, line 2 (monitoring of funds); Part I, line 3, column (f) (accounting method; amounts of investments vs. expenditures per region); Part II, line 1 (accounting method); Part III (accounting method); and Part III, column (c) (estimated number of recipients), as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. right arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrowSee separate instructions.
right arrowInformation about Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
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Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If "Yes," list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.
(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser) 		(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity 		(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i) 		(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total .................right arrow      
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.
(a) Event #1

Race Against Breast Cancer
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

The Big Grape Reserve
(event type) 		(c) Other events

4
(total number) 		(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))
VerticalRevenue 1 Gross receipts . . . 495,109 174,691 143,283 813,083
2 Less: Contributions . . 293,172 130,041 59,724 482,937
3 Gross income (line 1
minus line 2) . . . 		201,937 44,650 83,559 330,146
VerticalDirectExpenses 4 Cash prizes . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . . 96,055 914 1,387 98,356
6 Rent/facility costs . . 14,842 21,837 1,170 37,849
7 Food and beverages . 4,818 31,258   36,076
8 Entertainment . . . 5,008 1,300 1,772 8,080
9 Other direct expenses . 13,667 1,692 21,897 37,256
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) ........... right arrow 217,617
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d)........... right arrow 112,529
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue (a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo 		(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))
1 Gross revenue . . . .        
VerticalDirectExpenses 2 Cash prizes . . . .        
3 Non-cash prizes . . .        
4 Rent/facility costs . . .        
5 Other direct expenses . .        
6 Volunteer labor . . .
%
%
%
7 Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) ........... right arrow  
8 Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d) ......... right arrow  
9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization operates gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to operate gaming activities in each of these states? ............
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? .....
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
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11
Does the organization operate gaming activities with nonmembers? .................
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? ..........................
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity operated in:
a
The organization's facility ......................
13a
%
b
An outside facility ........................
13b
%
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? ......................................
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? ............................
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v), and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
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Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number
46-0422673
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC Code section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) South Dakota State University Foundation
815 Medary Street
Brookings,SD57007 		46-0273801 501(c)(3) 1,532,600       Charitable Assistance
(2) Catholic Foundation of Eastern SD
523 N Duluth Ave
Sioux Falls,SD57104 		46-6000424 501(c)(3) 130,000       Charitable Assistance
(3) Mounty Marty College
1105 W 8th Street
Yankton,SD57078 		46-0283336 501(c)(3) 52,000       Charitable Assistance
(4) University of South Dakota Foundation
111 N Dakota
Vermillion,SD57069 		46-6018891 501(c)(3) 30,000       Charitable Assistance
(5) Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
1500 N Second St
Aberdeen,SD57401 		46-0253283 501(c)(3) 7,500       Charitable Assistance
(6) Coalition to Protect America's Healthcare
PO Box 30211
Bethesda,MD20824 		52-2253225 501(c)(4) 30,000       Charitable Assistance
(7) Sioux Empire United Way
1000 N West Ave Ste 120
Sioux Falls,SD57104 		46-0233701 501(c)(3) 11,000       Charitable Assistance
(8) South Dakota Humanities Council
1215 Trail Ridge Rd Ste A
Brookings,SD57006 		46-0316222 501(c)(3) 10,000       Charitable Assistance
(9) Sacred Heart Monastery
1005 W 8th Street
Yankton,SD57078 		46-0224541 501(c)(3) 7,500       Charitable Assistance
(10)  

 
  		          Charitable Assistance
(11) South Dakota Golf Association Junior Golf Foundation
4809 W 41st Street Ste 201
Sioux Falls,SD57106 		46-0449824 501(c)(3) 30,500       Charitable Assistance
(12) Habitat for Humanity South Dakota
PO Box 8116
Brookings,SD57006 		46-0454907 501(c)(3) 6,500       Charitable Assistance
(13) Hill City Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 253
Hill City,SD57745 		46-0386435 501(c)(6) 7,500       Charitable Assistance
(14) Philanthropy Promotions Inc
2601 W 60th St N
Sioux Falls,SD57107 		87-0695596 501(c)(3) 7,500       Charitable Assistance
(15) South Dakota Agricultural & Rural Leadership Foundation
1905 N Plaza Blvd
Rapid City,SD57702 		36-4293293 501(c)(3) 10,000       Charitable Assistance
(16) Sioux Falls Jazz & Blues Society
PO Box 1285
Sioux Falls,SD57101 		46-0418356 501(c)(3) 20,000       Charitable Assistance
(17) South Dakota High School Coaches Association
801 W Eagle Ridge Street
Sioux Falls,SD57108 		23-7297479 501(c)(3) 6,500       Charitable Assistance
(18) Special Olympics of South Dakota
800 East I-90 Lane
Sioux Falls,SD57104 		46-0359776 501(c)(3) 53,000       Charitable Assistance
(19) McCrossan Boys Ranch
47135 260th Street
Sioux Falls,SD57107 		46-0311913 501(c)(3) 8,000       Charitable Assistance
(20) American Heart Association
PO Box 4002902
Des Moines,IA50340 		13-5613797 501(c)(3) 25,000       Charitable Assistance
(21) Boys & Girls Club of the Sioux Empire
824 E 14th Street
Sioux Falls,SD57104 		46-0399482 501(c)(3) 6,300       Charitable Assistance
(22) Catholic Relief Services
228 W Lexington Street
Baltimore,MD21201 		13-5563422 501(c)(3) 16,667       Charitable Assistance
(23) Downtown Sioux Falls
230 S Phillips Ave
Sioux Falls,SD57104 		36-3627217 501(c)(3) 13,000       Charitable Assistance
(24) Forward Sioux Falls
PO Box 907
Sioux Falls,SD57101 		46-0396647 501(c)(3) 15,000       Charitable Assistance
(25) Governor's Office of Economic Development
711 E Wells Ave
Pierre,SD57501 		46-6000364 State of SD 15,000       Charitable Assistance
(26) Healing Words Foundation
PO Box 752
Brookings,SD57006 		45-2513019 501(c)(3) 68,750       Charitable Assistance
(27) Presentation College
1500 North Main
Aberdeen,SD57401 		46-0280847 501(c)(3) 200,000       Charitable Assistance
2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................ Bullet Image
24
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
2
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a)Type of grant or assistance (b)Number of
recipients		 (c)Amount of
cash grant		 (d)Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e)Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f)Description of non-cash assistance
(1) Haiti scholarships 16 17,700      
(2) Premium assistance to employees 629 456,631      
(3) Out of pocket medical assistance 168 79,112      








Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part I, Line 2: The Organization makes grants to other organizations exempt under 501(c)(3) to ensure the funds will be used for charitable purposes. During the year ending June 30, 2014, the Organization made contributions to other non-public charities in furtherance of community development. The contributions are approved by the Board for this purpose. Scholarship funds have different sets of criteria for determining eligibility and winners. Assistance to individuals is determined with assistance from each hospital's social services department or within a committee at the hospital.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet See separate instructions.
SchJMediumBullet Information about Schedule J (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....
1b
Yes
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ..
2
Yes
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ................
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
 
No
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
 
No
8
Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation
reported as deferred
in prior Form 990
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
(1)Dr Dale VizcarraDirector (i)
(ii)		 0
214,565 		0
0 		0
1,653 		0
11,152 		0
23,201 		0
250,571 		0
0
(2)John PorterPresident & CEO (i)
(ii)		 1,038,280
0 		0
0 		295,828
0 		13,475
0 		23,654
0 		1,371,237
0 		0
0
(3)James BreckenridgeSec/Treas & SrVP Finance (i)
(ii)		 549,530
0 		0
0 		152,466
0 		13,475
0 		9,939
0 		725,410
0 		0
0
(4)Fredrick SluneckaChief Operating Officer (i)
(ii)		 804,860
0 		0
0 		227,559
0 		13,475
0 		20,118
0 		1,066,012
0 		0
0
(5)David FlicekChief Administrative Officer (i)
(ii)		 385,091
0 		0
0 		146,543
0 		13,475
0 		23,011
0 		568,120
0 		0
0
(6)David EricksonSr VP Medical Affair (i)
(ii)		 510,134
0 		0
0 		134,916
0 		13,475
0 		20,745
0 		679,270
0 		0
0
(7)Todd ForkelPres/CEO-St. Lukes (i)
(ii)		 363,587
0 		0
0 		82,036
0 		13,475
0 		20,483
0 		479,581
0 		0
0
(8)Pamela RezacPres/CEO-Sacred Heart (i)
(ii)		 378,174
0 		0
0 		93,415
0 		13,475
0 		21,434
0 		506,498
0 		0
0
(9)David KapaskaPres/CEO-McKennan (i)
(ii)		 618,552
0 		0
0 		177,764
0 		13,475
0 		19,960
0 		829,751
0 		0
0
(10)William McLeanSrVP Human Resoures/McKennan (i)
(ii)		 311,535
0 		0
0 		84,730
0 		13,475
0 		12,508
0 		422,248
0 		0
0
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Part III
Supplemental Information
Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II.
Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part I, Line 1a All Senior Executives are eligible for $2,500 per year to pay for social club dues. If an employee chooses to take advantage of this benefit, the amount is included in their taxable income. Those paid: John Porter.
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Schedule K
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information on Tax Exempt Bonds
SchKMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 24a. Provide descriptions,
explanations, and any additional information in Part VI.
SchKMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchKMediumBullet See separate instructions.
SchKMediumBulletInformation about Schedule K (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
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Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number
46-0422673
Part I
Bond Issues
(a) Issuer name (b) Issuer EIN (c) CUSIP # (d) Date issued (e) Issue price (f) Description of purpose (g) Defeased (h) On
behalf of
issuer 		(i) Pool
financing
Yes No Yes No Yes No
A South Dakota Health and Educational Facilities Authority
  		46-0315509 83755VUS1 05-01-2012 206,383,927 2012A funded a project and refunded Series 2008A and Series 2002   X   X   X
B South Dakota Health and Educational Facilities Authority
  		46-0315509 83755VNH3 07-01-2008 61,495,000 2008C refunded 2006 Series   X   X   X
C South Dakota Health and Educational Facilities Authority
  		46-0315509 83755VNB6 06-18-2008 189,222,932 2012B refunded Series 1994, 2000, and bridge loan   X   X   X
D South Dakota Health and Educational Facilities Authority
  		46-0315509 83755VVY7 06-26-2014 61,821,688 Various capital projects   X   X   X
Part II
Proceeds
A B C D
1 Amount of bonds retired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138,152,545   62,192,932  
2 Amount of bonds legally defeased . . . . . . . . . . . 131,265,000   131,265,000  
3 Total proceeds of issue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206,387,545 61,495,000 189,222,932 61,821,688
4 Gross proceeds in reserve funds . . . . . . . . . . . .        
5 Capitalized interest from proceeds . . . . . . . . . . .        
6 Proceeds in refunding escrows . . . . . . . . . . . . 47,759,316      
7 Issuance costs from proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,032,422 388,831 1,272,562 821,688
8 Credit enhancement from proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . 31,169 31,169 282,213  
9 Working capital expenditures from proceeds . . . . . . . . .        
10 Capital expenditures from proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . 6,011,168   91,009,361 61,000,000
11 Other spent proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134,111,382 61,075,000 96,658,796  
12 Other unspent proceeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17,326,942      
13 Year of substantial completion . . . . . . . . . . . . 2008 2008 2010
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
14 Were the bonds issued as part of a current refunding issue? . . . . . X   X   X     X
15 Were the bonds issued as part of an advance refunding issue? . . . . . X     X   X   X
16 Has the final allocation of proceeds been made? . . . . . . . .   X X   X     X
17 Does the organization maintain adequate books and records to support the final allocation of proceeds? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X   X   X   X  
Part III
Private Business Use
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Was the organization a partner in a partnership, or a member of an LLC, which owned property financed by tax-exempt bonds? . . . . . . .   X   X   X   X
2 Are there any lease arrangements that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? . . . . . . . . . X     X X     X
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Part III
Private Business Use (Continued)
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
3a Are there any management or service contracts that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? . . . . . . . . . . . . X   X   X     X
b If "Yes" to line 3a, does the organization routinely engage bond counsel or other outside counsel to review any management or service contracts relating to the financed property?   X   X   X    
c Are there any research agreements that may result in private business use of bond-financed property? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   X   X   X   X
d If "Yes" to line 3c, does the organization routinely engage bond counsel or other outside counsel to review any research agreements relating to the financed property?                
4 Enter the percentage of financed property used in a private business use by entities other than a section 501(c)(3) organization or a state or local government . . SchKMediumBullet 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
5 Enter the percentage of financed property used in a private business use as a result of unrelated trade or business activity carried on by your organization, another section 501(c)(3) organization, or a state or local government . . . . . . . SchKMediumBullet 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
6 Total of lines 4 and 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 % 0 % 0 % 0 %
7 Does the bond issue meet the private security or payment test? . . . . .   X   X   X   X
8a Has there been a sale or disposition of any of the bond financed property to a nongovernmental person other than a 501(c)(3) organization since the bonds were issued?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   X   X   X   X
b If "Yes" to line 8a, enter the percentage of bond-financed property sold or disposed of.        
c If "Yes" to line 8a, was any remedial action taken pursuant to Regulations sections 1.141-12 and 1.145-2? . . . . . . . . . . . . .                
9 Has the organization established written procedures to ensure that all nonqualified bonds of the issue are remediated in accordance with the requirements under
Regulations sections 1.141-12 and 1.145-2? . . . . . . . 		X   X   X   X  
Part IV
Arbitrage
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Has the issuer filed Form 8038-T? . . . . .   X   X   X   X
2 If "No" to line 1, did the following apply? . . . .
a Rebate not due yet? . . . . . . . .   X   X   X   X
b Exception to rebate? . . . . . . . .   X   X   X   X
c No rebate due? . . . . . . . .   X X   X     X
If you checked "No rebate due" in line 2c, provide in
Part VI the date the rebate computation was performed
3 Is the bond issue a variable rate issue? . . . . X   X   X     X
4a Has the organization or the governmental issuer entered into a qualified hedge with respect to the bond issue?   X X   X     X
b Name of provider . . . . . . . . . Bank of
America/Merrill 		Bank of
America/Merrill 		Bank of
America/Merrill 		 
 
c Term of hedge . . . . . . . . . . 25.000000000000 25.000000000000 24.100000000000  
d Was the hedge superintegrated? . . . .   X   X   X    
e Was the hedge terminated? . . . . . . X   X     X    
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Part IV
Arbitrage (Continued)
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
5a Were gross proceeds invested in a guaranteed investment contract (GIC)? . . . . . . . . .   X   X   X   X
b Name of provider . . . . . . . . .  
  		 
  		 
  		 
 
c Term of GIC . . . . . . . . . .        
d Was the regulatory safe harbor for establishing the fair market value of the GIC satisfied? . . . . .                
6 Were any gross proceeds invested beyond an available temporary period? . . . . . . . .   X   X   X   X
7 Has the organization established written procedures to monitor the requirements of section 148? . . . X   X   X   X  
Part V
Procedures To Undertake Corrective Action
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
Has the organization established written procedures to ensure that violations of federal tax requirements are timely identified and corrected through the voluntary closing agreement program if self-remediation is not available under applicable regulations? X   X   X   X  
Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule K (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule K, Part IV, Line 2C: The arbitrage analysis is performed annually, therefore the analysis was completed as of June 30, 2014 for Bonds B and C.
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Schedule L
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Transactions with Interested Persons
MediumBullet Complete if the organization answered
"Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 28b, or 28c,
or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a or 40b.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. MediumBullet See separate instructions.
MediumBulletInformation about Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I
Excess Benefit Transactions (section 501(c)(3) and section 501(c)(4) organizations only).
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b.
1(a) Name of disqualified person (b) Relationship between disqualified person and organization (c) Description of transaction (d) Corrected?
Yes No





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

Part II
Loans to and/or From Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a, or Form 990, Part IV, line 26; or if the organization reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 5, 6, or 22
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship with organization (c) Purpose of loan (d) Loan to or from the organization? (e)Original principal amount (f)Balance due (g) In default? (h) Approved by board or committee? (i)Written agreement?
To From Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total ......Small Bullet $  
Part III
Grants or Assistance Benefitting Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 27.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of assistance (d) Type of assistance (e) Purpose of assistance
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Part IV
Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 28c.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of transaction (d) Description of transaction (e) Sharing of organization's revenues?
Yes No
(1) Linda Breckenridge Spouse of Sec/Treas & SrVP Finance 128,898 Employee compensation and benefits   No
(2) SDN Communications
  		Director of the board is CEO of SDN Communications 820,932 Voice data and video services   No
Part V
Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule L (see instructions).
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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Noncash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
Right pointing arrow large imageInformation about Schedule M (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded . X 5 150,136 Avg of high/low
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image( )
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image( )
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement ...
29
0
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, that
it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
Yes
 
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
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Supplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b,
32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part I, Line 33: The only amounts included in revenue for the financial statement reporting are non-cash contributions of stock securities. Non-cash contributions not included for financial statements include items for the benefit of the Avera facilities which include such things as drugs, medical supplies, and special event donations.
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(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

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

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
MediumBullet Information about Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at
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Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Return Reference Explanation
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 6 The organization has two classes of members: Sponsorship Members and System Members. Sponsorship Members shall consist collectively of (i) those persons serving from time to time as the President and Council of the Presentation Sisters of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Aberdeen, South Dakota and (ii) those persons serving from time to time as the Prioress and Council of the Benedictine Convent of the Sacred Heart (Yankton, S.D.). System Members shall consist of six Sisters- three Presentation Sisters appointed by the Presentation Sponsorship Members and three Benedictine Sisters appointed by the Benedictine Sponsorship Members.
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7a The System Members have the power to appoint the Board of Directors of Avera Health and to suspend or remove a Director at any time, with or without cause. They also have the power to appoint Benedictine or Presentation Sisters to the Boards of Directors of any sponsored work or ministry of Avera Health.
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7b The following powers shall be reserved to and exercised exclusively by the Sponsorship Members and none of the following actions shall be taken by Avera Health without action of the Sponsorship Members: (a) To approve the adoption, amendment or repeal of the statements of philosophy, mission, Guiding Principles and values of Avera Health; (b) To initiate the adoption, amendment or repeal of any provision of the Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws of Avera Health, and to give final approval of any such action with respect thereto; (c) To establish policies regarding the alienation of real property and precious artifacts associated with the healthcare ministry which are under the canonical stewardship of the Presentation Sisters or the Benedictine Sisters; (d) To approve any plan of merger, consolidation or dissolution of Avera Health, or the divestiture of any sponsored work or ministry associated with Avera Health; (e) To change the composition of the Sponsorship Members, including the addition of other individuals, parties or entities to be Sponsorship Members; and (f) To approve the creation of new sponsored works or ministries to be conducted by or under the authority of Avera Health. The following powers shall be reserved to and exercised exclusively by the System Members and none of the following actions shall be taken by Avera Health without action of the System Members: (a) To appoint the Board of Directors of Avera Health and to suspend or remove a Director at any time, with or without cause; (b) To appoint Benedictine or Presentation Sisters to the Boards of Directors of any sponsored work or ministry of Avera Health; (c) To appoint the Chair and Vice Chair of the Board of Directors; (d) To appoint, evaluate, suspend or remove the President and Chief Executive Officer; (e) To review and approve the operating and capital budgets, including expenditures outside of budget, and the strategic plan, of Avera Health; (f) To adopt procedures for assuring that corporate actions are consistent with the philosophy, mission, Guiding Principles and values of Avera Health; (g) To provide recommendations to the Sponsorship Members on matters requiring Sponsorship Members' approval or action; (h) To adopt policies designed to effectuate the powers reserved to the System Members; and (i) To exercise oversight of the Guiding Principles and such authorities which may be assigned or delegated by the Sponsorship Members.
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 8b Avera Health does not have any committees with authority to act on behalf of the governing body.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11 The Form 990 is reviewed by the CEO and CFO. After initial reviews, the return is provided to the board prior to filing.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The conflict of interest policy covers board members, officers and key employees. At each board meeting, a request is made for all board members to disclose any potential conflict of interest pertaining to any item listed on the agenda or pertaining to any potential item that could be discussed during the course of the meeting. The declaration of conflict of interest is recorded in the meeting minutes. The board makes a determination of whether there is a conflict of interest and if so, implements the procedure for evaluating the issue or transaction involved. The board member or officer with the conflict must refrain from voting. A statement of conflict of interest disclosure is made on an annual basis by officers and directors. The information is maintained in a database and a report is provided to the board.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 Annually the Compensation Committee of Avera Health, which is comprised of six (6) system members appointed by the religious orders, meets with an independent consultant regarding fair market value for compensation of officers and key employees. The Compensation Committee approves all salaries based on comparable data and documents the basis for their decision in meeting minutes.
Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The Organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are not made available to the general public.
Form 990, Part IX, line 11g Purchased & contracted services: Program service expenses 17,038,476. Management and general expenses 4,078,019. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 21,116,495. Repairs and maintenance: Program service expenses 891,089. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 891,089. Professional fees: Program service expenses 138,864. Management and general expenses 17,890. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 156,754.
Form 990, Part XI, line 9: Net equity transfers -2,250,000. Insurance program admin income not recognized for tax reporting 11,281,120. Other changes in unrestricted net assets 128,341. Contributions received by Foundation-not reflected in financial statements -5,663,120.
Form 990, Part VI Question 16b: There is no written policy or procedure. In the event of any such proposed transaction, the board or a committee with delegated authority reviews all materials, valuations and operational aspects for any proposed transaction. Such transaction would be evaluated in accordance with the exempt status of the organization and its applicable purposes. Any transaction also would be approved by the board and the member.
Form 990, Part X, Line 20: Avera Health is only disclosing a portion of the tax exempt bonds on Part X, Line 20. The bonds were issued to Avera Health on behalf of the Avera Obligated Group. The Avera Obligated Group consists of Avera McKennan, Avera St. Luke's, Avera Queen of Peace, Avera Marshall, Avera St. Mary's, and Avera Sacred Heart. In accordance with IRS Instructions, information related to the entire tax exempt bond reporting is being reported on Avera Health's tax return on Schedule K.
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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37.
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
AVERA HEALTH
 
Employer identification number

46-0422673
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income


 		(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity
(1) Avera Communication LLC
3900 West Avera Drive Suite 300
Sioux Falls,SD571085434
46-0453770 		Telecommunications SD 630,870 472,098 Avera Health
 










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


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section


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

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1) Avera St Anthony's Hospital

300 N 2nd Street

ONeill,NE68763
47-0463911 		Healthcare services NE 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(2) Avera Holy Family

826 North 8th Street

Estherville,IA51334
42-0680370 		Healthcare services IA 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(3) Avera Holy Family Foundation

826 North 8th Street

Estherville,IA51334
42-1317452 		Support of Holy Family Hospital and Home Health Agency IA 501(c)(3) Line 9 Avera Holy Family
 
 
No
(4) St Benedict Health Center

401 West Glynn Drive

Parkston,SD57366
46-0226738 		Healthcare services SD 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(5) St Benedict Health Center Foundation

West Glynn Drive PO Box B

Parkston,SD57366
46-0458725 		Support health related services SD 501(c)(3) Line 11a, I St Benedict Health Center
 
 
No
(6) Avera McKennan

1325 S Cliff Ave PO Box 5045

Sioux Falls,SD57117
46-0224743 		Healthcare services SD 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(7) Avera Queen of Peace Hospital

525 North Foster

Mitchell,SD57301
46-0224604 		Healthcare services SD 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(8) Sacred Heart Health Services

501 Summit Street

Yankton,SD57078
46-0225483 		Healthcare services SD 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(9) Avera Gettysburg

606 East Garfield

Gettysburg,SD57442
46-0234354 		Healthcare services SD 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera St Mary's
 
 
No
(10) Avera at Home

5116 S Solberg Ave

Sioux Falls,SD57108
46-0399291 		Home services SD 501(c)(3) Line 9 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(11) Lewis and Clark Health Education and Service Agency

1000 W 4th Street Suite 9

Yankton,SD57078
46-0337013 		Healthcare education SD 501(c)(3) Line 9 Sacred Heart Health Services
 
 
No
(12) Avera St Luke's

305 South State Street

Aberdeen,SD57401
46-0224598 		Healthcare services SD 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(13) Avera St Mary's

801 East Sioux Avenue

Pierre,SD57501
46-0230199 		Healthcare services SD 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(14) Avera Marshall

300 S Bruce Street

Marshall,MN56258
41-0919153 		Healthcare services MN 501(c)(3) Line 3 Avera Health
 
Yes
 
(15) Avera Marshall Foundation

300 S Bruce Street

Marshall,MN56258
41-1784801 		Fundraising MN 501(c)(3) Line 7 Avera Marshall
 
 
No
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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



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

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




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



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No
(1) Avera Home Medical Equipment LLC

1325 S Cliff Ave PO Box 5045
Sioux Falls,SD57117
46-0488198 		Medical services - home medical equipment SD N/A
                  
(2) Home Medical of Pierre LLC

329 E Dakota
Pierre,SD57501
46-0444002 		Medical services - home medical equipment SD N/A
                  
(3) Avera Home Medical Equipment of Floyd Valley Hospital LLC

714 Lincoln St NE
Lemars,IA51031
82-0582350 		Medical services - home medical equipment SD N/A
                  
(4) Avera Home Medical Equipment of Estherville LLC

PO Box 5045
Sioux Falls,SD57117
20-1686097 		Medical services - home medical equipment SD N/A
                  
(5) Avera Home Medical Equipment of Sioux Center LLC

38 19th St SW
Sioux Center,IA51250
75-3203100 		Medical services - home medical equipment SD N/A
                  
(6) Avera Home Medical Equipment of Marshall LLC

1104 East College Drive
Marshall,MN56258
20-5271924 		Medical services - home medical equipment SD N/A
                  
(7) Q&M Properties LLC

525 North Foster
Mitchell,SD57301
73-1652049 		Medical clinic building SD N/A
                  
(8) Surgical Associates Endoscopy Clinic LLC

310 S Penn
Aberdeen,SD57401
46-0461429 		Surgical associates SD N/A
                  
(9) Avera Home Medical Equipment of Spencer Hospital LLC

2400 S Minnesota Ave
Sioux Falls,SD57117
80-0619999 		Medical Services - home medical equipment SD N/A
                  
(10) Heart Hospital of South Dakota LLC

4500 W 69th Street
Sioux Falls,SD57108
56-2143771 		Healthcare Services SD N/A
                  
(11) Brookings Health System - Avera HME LLC

101 22nd Ave Suite 101
Brookings,SD57006
45-3204123 		Healthcare Services SD N/A
                  
Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization
 		(b)
Primary activity
 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity
 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust) 		(f)
Share of total income
 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets
 		(h)
Percentage
ownership
 		(i)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1) Accounts Management Inc

5132 S Cliff Ave Suite 101
Sioux Falls,SD57108
46-0373021 		Collection agency SD Avera Health
  		C 1,815,954 978,752 75.000 % Yes  
(2) Avera Health Plans Inc

3900 West Avera Drive Suite 101
Sioux Falls,SD57108
46-0451539 		Health financing and health plan admin SD Avera Health
  		C 84,345,243 24,159,315 100.000 % Yes  
(3) Avera Property Insurance Inc

610 W 23rd St PO Box 38
Yankton,SD57078
46-0463155 		Insurance SD Avera Health
  		C 332,617 1,176,197 100.000 % Yes  
(4) Valley Health Services

501 Summit Street
Yankton,SD57078
46-0357149 		Medical equipment SD N/A
 C         No






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

 D 208,074 Change in note receivable
(2) Avera McKennan

 D 333,298 Change in note receivable
(3) Avera McKennan

 L 43,732,188 General ledger
(4) Avera Queen of Peace Hospital

 L 6,723,420 General ledger
(5) Avera St Luke's

 L 94,080,876 General ledger
(6) Avera Sacred Heart Health Services

 L 8,641,524 General ledger
(7) Avera Marshall

 L 3,440,820 General ledger
(8) Avera Marshall

 Q 1,905,938 Customer invoice listing
(9) Avera McKennan

 Q 32,942,140 Customer invoice listing
(10) Avera Queen of Peace Hospital

 Q 5,249,982 Customer invoice listing
(11) Avera Sacred Heart Health Services

 Q 5,485,032 Customer invoice listing
(12) Avera St Luke's

 Q 7,870,967 Customer invoice listing
(13) Avera St Benedict Health Center

 Q 195,532 Customer invoice listing
(14) Avera McKennan

 P 8,502,261 Vendor listing of payments
(15) Avera Queen of Peace Hospital

 P 193,354 Vendor listing of payments
(16) Avera Sacred Heart Health Services

 P 935,139 Vendor listing of payments
(17) Avera St Luke's

 P 221,507 Vendor listing of payments
(18) Avera Holy Family

 Q 187,189 Customer invoice listing
(19) Avera St Anthony's

 Q 296,907 Customer invoice listing
(20) Avera Marshall

 P 377,146 Vendor listing of payments
(21) Avera Property Insurance

 L 1,611,996 General ledger
(22) Avera Health Plans Inc

 L 149,076 General ledger
(23) Accounts Management

 L 266,244 General ledger
(24) Avera at Home

 L 591,696 General ledger
(25) Avera St Mary's

 L 3,689,916 General ledger
(26) Avera at Home

 Q 99,578 Customer invoice listing
(27) Avera St Mary's

 Q 2,799,277 Customer invoice listing
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Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

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




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






























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