Form990


Department of the TreasuryInternal 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)
Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2024 calendar year, or tax year beginning 01-01-2024 , and ending 12-31-2024
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
 
Doing business as
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
ROCHESTER, NY14621
D Employer identification number

16-0743134
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 1,899,012,866
F Name and address of principal officer:
DR RICHARD DAVIS
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH
ROCHESTER,NY14617
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) (insert no.) or
J
Website:
WWW.ROCHESTERREGIONAL.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  
K Form of organization:  
L Year of formation: 1847
M State of legal domicile: NY
Part I
Summary
Activities  & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: TO OPERATE A GENERAL HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTY OF MONROE, NY FOR MEDICAL AND SURGICAL AID, CARE AND TREATMENT OF PERSONS IN NEED.
2 Check this box
3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 17
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 11
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2024 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 9,753
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 291
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 1,112,333
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, Part I, line 11 ......... 7b 0
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 75,674,779 24,839,837
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 1,453,484,835 1,674,556,266
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 28,472,035 27,779,002
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 24,703,414 15,451,410
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) 1,582,335,063 1,742,626,515
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 388,000 63,927,965
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) 727,350,899 768,485,173
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e) ..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) 0    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 844,712,415 923,200,656
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 1,572,451,314 1,755,613,794
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... 9,883,749 -12,987,279
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 2,085,432,688 2,017,718,765
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 1,223,759,894 1,157,820,039
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 861,672,794 859,898,726
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
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: TO ESTABLISH, ERECT AND MAINTAIN A GENERAL HOSPITAL AND DISPENSARY IN THE COUNTY OF MONROE, NY FOR MEDICAL AND SURGICAL AID, CARE AND TREATMENT OF PERSONS IN NEED THEREOF; TO CARRY ON AND CONDUCT A TRAINING SCHOOL FOR NURSES; TO PROMOTE AND CARRY ON SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH RELATED TO THE CARE OF THE SICK AND INJURED; TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY ACTIVITIES DESIGNED AND CARRIED ON TO PROMOTE THE GENERAL HEALTH OF THE COMMUNITY; AND TO ACQUIRE BY PURCHASE, LEASE OR GIFT, OR IN ANY OTHER FASHION, ANY AND ALL REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY NECESSARY OR ADVISABLE FOR CARRYING OUT ANY OF THE FOREGOING PURPOSES AND POWERS.
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 $ 1,637,990,286 including grants of $ 63,927,965 ) (Revenue $ 1,688,895,343 )
SEE SCHEDULE O
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 expenses1,637,990,286
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
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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
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1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? See instructions. Click to see attachment
List of Attached Documents:
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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
List of Attached Documents:
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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
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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 Rev. Proc. 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIIClick to see attachment
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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
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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
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7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule D,
Part IIIClick to see attachment
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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
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9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part V......
10
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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11f
 
No
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D, Parts XI and XII
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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
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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
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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 IV.....Click to see attachment
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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
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16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I. See instructions. ....
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............
18
 
No
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....Click to see attachment
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20a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return? Click to see attachment
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20b
Yes
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.....Click to see attachment
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21
Yes
 
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
Yes
No
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........Click to see attachment
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22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
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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 list of attachments
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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), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I ....
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I.......................
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5 or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II...........
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity (including an employee thereof) or family member of any of these persons?
If "Yes," complete
Schedule L, Part III.........................
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see the Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, or substantial contributor? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV......................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of any individual described in line 28a? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....
28b
 
No
c
A 35% controlled entity of one or more individuals and/or organizations described in line 28a or 28b? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....................
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..
29
 
No
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M .................
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part I
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II........................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I............Click to see attachment
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33
 
No
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
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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
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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
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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
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37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations on Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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
488
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included on 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
 
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance (continued)
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
9,753
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
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
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country:
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? ..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? ...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible? ......................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor? ....................
7a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? .....
7b
 
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282? .........................
7c
 
No
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required? ......................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C? ..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? ........
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?........
9a
 
 
b
Did the sponsoring 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
 
 
15
Is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or excess parachute payment(s) during the year? ....................
If "Yes," see the instructions and file Form 4720, Schedule N.
15
Yes
 
16
Is the organization an educational institution subject to the section 4968 excise tax on net investment income? ..
If "Yes," complete Form 4720, Schedule O.
16
 
No
17
Section 501(c)(21) organizations. Did the trust, or any disqualified or other person engage in any activities that would result in the imposition of an excise tax under section 4951, 4952, or 4953? ..
If "Yes," complete Form 6069.
17
 
 
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Form 990 (2024)
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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
17
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
11
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
 
No
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
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
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe on 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 on 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 on 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
 
No
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
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed
NY
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (1024 or 1024-A, if applicable), 990, and 990-T (section 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, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
HOWARD GLASTONBURY100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH   ROCHESTER,NY14617 (585) 922-1595
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 7
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 the 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, box 6 of Form 1099-MISC, and/or box 1 of Form 1099-NEC) 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.

See the instructions for the order in which to list the persons above.
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/1099-NEC)
(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(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) KAREN M GALLINA......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
1.00
X           0 0 0
(2) JEFFREY C MAPSTONE......................................................................
TREASURER
1.00
.................
1.00
X   X       0 0 0
(3) JULIA TEDESCO......................................................................
SECRETARY
1.00
.................
1.00
X   X       0 0 0
(4) RICHARD DAVIS PHD......................................................................
CEO
13.00
.................
42.00
X   X       933,691 3,016,542 62,775
(5) LINDA BECKER......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
1.00
X           0 0 0
(6) MIKE CICERO......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
1.00
X           0 0 0
(7) WALTER LARKIN......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
1.00
X           0 0 0
(8) MARCY C MULCONRY MD......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
40.00
X           0 466,868 18,039
(9) LEON T SAWYKO......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
1.00
X           0 0 0
(10) TRICIA GATLIN PH D RN......................................................................
CHAIR OF THE BOARD
40.00
.................
0.00
X   X       23,681 0 0
(11) KATHY VAETH PH D......................................................................
VICE CHAIR
1.00
.................
1.00
X   X       0 0 0
(12) LAURIE LERNER MD......................................................................
MEDICAL STAFF PRESIDENT
40.00
.................
0.00
X           140,013 0 1,958
(13) RANIA AYYAD MD......................................................................
DIRECTOR
40.00
.................
1.00
X           301,774 0 32,309
(14) SARA KELLY PHD......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
1.00
X           0 0 0
(15) TAMMY SNYDER......................................................................
PRESIDENT
55.00
.................
0.00
X   X       678,730 0 22,627
(16) ERNEST LAMOUR......................................................................
DIRECTOR
1.00
.................
1.00
X           0 0 0
(17) ADAM ZINKIN MD......................................................................
MEDICAL STAFF PRESIDENT
1.00
.................
0.00
X           0 0 0
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 8
Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and title
(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line)
(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee)
(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W-2/1099-MISC/1099-NEC)
(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) JENNIFER ESLINGER........................................................................
COO
15.00
.......................40.00
    X       411,235 1,096,628 40,527
(19) THOMAS CRILLY........................................................................
CFO
13.00
.......................42.00
    X       385,630 1,245,880 84,625
(20) CHRISTIAN CASINI........................................................................
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
0.00
.......................55.00
    X       0 385,121 34,369
(21) CHARLES WHIPPLE........................................................................
GENERAL COUNSEL
24.00
.......................31.00
    X       251,955 325,440 6,011
(22) GORDON WHITBECK........................................................................
PHYSICIAN
40.00
.......................0.00
        X   1,497,483 0 98,090
(23) ALLEN CHENG........................................................................
PHYSICIAN
40.00
.......................0.00
        X   915,769 0 7,214
(24) DAVID CHEERAN........................................................................
PHYSICIAN
40.00
.......................0.00
        X   1,147,022 0 125,269
(25) SHUYIN LIANG........................................................................
PHYSICIAN
40.00
.......................0.00
        X   902,754 0 10,463
(26) RANDY GREEN........................................................................
PHYSICIAN
40.00
.......................0.00
        X   1,112,771 0 5,321
(27) HUGH THOMAS........................................................................
FORMER CAO
0.00
.......................0.00
          X 472,390 610,170 0






1b Sub-Total..............
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A..
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)......... 9,174,898 7,146,649 549,597
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization 1,517
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
Yes
 
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such
individual
...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address
(B)
Description of services
(C)
Compensation
HEALTHCARE WORKFORCE LOGISTICS

PO BOX 860573
MINNEAPOLIS,MN55486
WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS SERVICES 52,252,854
ROCHESTER RADIOLOGY ASSOCIATES PC

2050 SOUTH CLINTON AVE
ROCHESTER,NY14618
PHYSICIAN SERVICES 25,656,970
TRIMEDX

PO BOX 636129
CINCINNATI,OH45263
CLINICAL ASSET MANAGEMENT SERVICES 18,667,242
HHS ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LLC

PO BOX 734367
DALLAS,TX75373
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 13,379,603
DGA BUILDERS LLC

7612 COUNTY RD 42
VICTOR,NY14564
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 8,812,810
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization 94
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII.............
(A)
Total revenue
(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue
(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue
(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512 - 514
Contributions, Gifts, Grants, and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues..1b  
c Fundraising events..1c  
d Related organizations1d 6,387,699
e Government grants (contributions)1e 5,061,262
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f 13,390,876
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a - 1f:$ 1g  
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f....... 24,839,837
 Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a PATIENT SERVICE REVENUE 622110 1,661,525,576 1,661,525,576    
b RENTAL REVENUE FROM RELATED PARTI 531120 5,958,140 5,958,140    
c SCHOOL OF NURSING 611600 2,527,946 2,527,946    
d RESEARCH 541700 199,318 199,318    
e
f All other program service revenue. 4,345,286 4,345,286    
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f ..... 1,674,556,266
 OtherAmtRevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and othersimilar amounts) ...... 17,303,474     17,303,474
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds        
5 Royalties...........        
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross rents 6a    
b Less: rental expenses 6b    
c Rental income or (loss) 6c    
d Net rental income or (loss).......        
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory 7a 166,861,879  
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses 7b 156,386,351  
c Gain or (loss) 7c 10,475,528  
d Net gain or (loss)......... 10,475,528     10,475,528
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including $   of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ....
8a  
b Less: direct expenses ... 8b  
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..      
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
9a  
b Less: direct expenses ... 9b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities..        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances ..
10a  
b Less: cost of goods sold .. 10b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..        
 OtherRevenueMiscAmt
Business Code
11a PHARMACY REVENUE 456110 9,971,015 9,971,015    
b CAFETERIA/CAFE & CATERING 722514 2,354,448 2,354,448    
c PASSTHROUGH UBIT 900099 83,445   83,445  
d All other revenue .... 3,042,502 2,013,614 1,028,888  
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... 15,451,410
12 Total revenue. See instructions..... 1,742,626,515 1,688,895,343 1,112,333 27,779,002
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Form 990 (2024)
Page 10
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 domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21 .... 63,927,965 63,927,965
2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See Part IV, line 22 ...........    
3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations, foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16. .............    
4 Benefits paid to or for members .......    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees ........... 3,665,438 3,201,189 464,249  
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .........        
7 Other salaries and wages........ 617,551,606 595,546,161 22,005,445  
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 52,569,037 50,786,625 1,782,412  
9 Other employee benefits ....... 46,209,733 45,005,851 1,203,882  
10 Payroll taxes ........... 48,489,359 46,078,091 2,411,268  
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 2,392,557 1,730,209 662,348  
b Legal ......... 714,785 516,906 197,879  
c Accounting ........... 39,940 28,883 11,057  
d Lobbying ........... 230,360   230,360  
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) 230,768,540 192,513,583 38,254,957  
12 Advertising and promotion ....        
13 Office expenses ....... 7,207,735 7,066,232 141,503  
14 Information technology ......        
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 47,976,979 34,695,186 13,281,793  
17 Travel ............ 752,069 735,628 16,441  
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials .        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings ....        
20 Interest ........... 17,026,236 13,744,306 3,281,930  
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .. 64,571,959 52,125,249 12,446,710  
23 Insurance ... 12,175,762 11,909,590 266,172  
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 MEDICAL SUPPLIES 485,697,151 475,079,433 10,617,718  
b SHARED SERVICE EXPENSE 36,799,672 26,612,168 10,187,504  
c BAD DEBT EXPENSE 9,533,280 9,533,280    
d TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS 6,277,519 6,140,289 137,230  
e All other expenses 1,036,112 1,013,462 22,650  
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 1,755,613,794 1,637,990,286 117,623,508 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 if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
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Form 990 (2024)
Page 11
Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX..............
(A)
Beginning of year
(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ........ 26,755,511 1 3,828,359
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 48,639,843 2 18,448,257
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...... 2,041,397 3 331,197
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 75,133,578 4 99,694,519
5 Loans and other receivables from any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons .......
  5  
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ...
  6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ........... 535,641 7 321,477
8 Inventories for sale or use ............ 24,784,748 8 20,793,416
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ...... 14,504,819 9 20,802,198
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 1,404,641,000
b Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 774,872,200 654,411,566 10c 629,768,800
11 Investments—publicly traded securities . 235,529,306 11 232,964,186
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 274,443,846 12 250,093,511
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..   13  
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 728,652,433 15 740,672,845
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 33)... 2,085,432,688 16 2,017,718,765
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ..... 223,549,077 17 238,051,291
18 Grants payable ...   18  
19 Deferred revenue ......... 4,656,662 19 1,487,828
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ......... 505,053,056 20 499,083,530
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D   21  
22 Loans and other payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons .........
  22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
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 490,501,099 25 419,197,390
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.. 1,223,759,894 26 1,157,820,039
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here and complete lines 27, 28, 32, and 33.
27 Net assets without donor restrictions .......... 822,040,409 27 816,593,387
28 Net assets with donor restrictions ........... 39,632,385 28 43,305,339
Organizations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here right arrow and complete lines 29 through 33.
29 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   29  
30 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund ...   30  
31 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   31  
32 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 861,672,794 32 859,898,726
33 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 2,085,432,688 33 2,017,718,765
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Page 12
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
1,742,626,515
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
1,755,613,794
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
-12,987,279
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 32, column (A)) ..
4
861,672,794
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
18,294,674
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
-7,081,463
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 32, column (B))
10
859,898,726
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 on
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 Uniform Guidance, 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Subpart F?
3a
Yes
 
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
Yes
 
Form 990 (2024)
Form 990 (2024)
Additional Data


Software ID:  
Software Version:  
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
SCHEDULE A
(Form 990)

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 Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
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 12, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
a
b
c
d
e
f
Enter the number of supported organizations ...............................  
g
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 10 above (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)
Yes No
Total
 
   
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
Page 2
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 failed 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) 2020 (b) 2021 (c) 2022 (d) 2023 (e) 2024 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grant.") ..            
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) 2020 (b) 2021 (c) 2022 (d) 2023 (e) 2024 (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 VI.)..            
11 Total support. Add lines 7 through 10  
12
12
 
13
First 5 years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here ........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
 
15
15
 
16a
33 1/3% support test—2024. If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization .......................right arrow
b
33 1/3% support test—2023. If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..................... right arrow
17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2024. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain in Part VI how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ............ right arrow
b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2023. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line 15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain in Part VI how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ............ right arrow
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) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 10 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) 2020 (b) 2021 (c) 2022 (d) 2023 (e) 2024 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513 .....            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public support. (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)  
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2020 (b) 2021 (c) 2022 (d) 2023 (e) 2024 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included on line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.) ..            
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..            
14
First 5 years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here................................................. right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
33 1/3% support tests-2024. If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ....... right arrow
b
33 1/3 % support tests—2023. If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..... right arrow
20
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions .... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
Page 4
Part IV
Supporting Organizations
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 12 of Part I. If you checked box 12a, of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you checked box 12b, of Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked box 12c, of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you checked box12d, of Part I, complete Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
 
 
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer lines 3b and 3c below.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization made the determination.
3b
 
 
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
3c
 
 
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if you checked box 12a or 12b in Part I, answer lines 4b and 4c below.
4a
 
 
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations.
4b
 
 
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
4c
 
 
5a
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer lines 5b and 5c below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the supported organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; (iii) the authority under the organization's organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by amendment to the organizing document).
5a
 
 
b
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the organization's organizing document?
5b
 
 
c
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
 
 
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone other than (i) its supported organizations, (ii) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or more of its supported organizations, or (iii) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
 
 
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor (defined in section 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990) .
7
 
 
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described on line 7? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990).
8
 
 
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified persons, as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9a
 
 
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined on line 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9b
 
 
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined on line 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from, assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9c
 
 
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4943(f) (regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations)? If “Yes,” answer line 10b below.
10a
 
 
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine whether the organization had excess business holdings).
10b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
Page 5
Part IV
Supporting Organizations (continued)
Yes
No
11
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described on lines 11b and 11c below, the governing body of a supported organization?
11a
 
 
b
A family member of a person described on 11a above?
11b
 
 
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described on line 11a or 11b above? If “Yes” to 11a, 11b, or 11c, provide detail in Part VI.
11c
 
 
Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the officers, directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regularly appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If “No,” describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization’s activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied to such powers during the tax year.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting organization.
2
 
 
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported organization(s).
1
 
 
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the organization’s tax year, (i) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax year, (ii) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (iii) copies of the organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
1
 
 
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
2
 
 
3
By reason of the relationship described in line 2 above, did the organization’s supported organizations have a significant voice in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or assets at all times during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations played in this regard.
3
 
 
Section E. Type III Functionally-Integrated Supporting Organizations
1
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
b
c
2
Activities Test. Answer lines 2a and 2b below.
Yes
No
a
Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities constituted substantially all of its activities.
2a
 
 
b
Did the activities described on line 2a, above constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or more of the organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the reasons for the organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization’s involvement.
2b
 
 
3
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer lines 3a and 3b below.
a
Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of each of the supported organizations?If "Yes" or "No", provide details in Part VI.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI. the role played by the organization in this regard.
3b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
Page 6
Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations
1
Section A - Adjusted Net Income (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Net short-term capital gain 1    
2 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 2    
3 Other gross income (see instructions) 3    
4 Add lines 1 through 3 4    
5 Depreciation and depletion 5    
6 Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) 6    
7 Other expenses (see instructions) 7    
8 Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) 8    
Section B - Minimum Asset Amount (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): 1
a Average monthly value of securities 1a    
b Average monthly cash balances 1b    
c Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets 1c    
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) 1d    
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors
(explain in detail in Part VI):  
2 Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets 2    
3 Subtract line 2 from line 1d 3    
4 Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 0.015 of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). 4    
5 Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) 5    
6 Multiply line 5 by 0.035 6    
7 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 7    
8 Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) 8    
Section C - Distributable Amount Current Year
1 Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) 1  
2 Enter 85% of line 1 2  
3 Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) 3  
4 Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 4  
5 Income tax imposed in prior year 5  
6 Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) 6  
7
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
Page 7
Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations(continued)
Section D - Distributions Current Year
1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes 1  
2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in
excess of income from activity
2  
3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations 3  
4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets 4  
5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required - provide details in Part VI) 5  
6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions 6  
7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6. 7  
8 Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide
details in Part VI
). See instructions
8  
9 Distributable amount for 2024 from Section C, line 6 9  
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount 10  
Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) (i)
Excess Distributions
(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre-2024
(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2024
1 Distributable amount for 2024 from Section C, line 6  
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2024 (reasonable cause required-- explain in Part VI).
See instructions.
 
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2024:
a From 2019.......  
b From 2020.......  
c From 2021.......  
d From 2022.......  
e From 2023.......  
fTotal of lines 3a through e  
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
h Applied to 2024 distributable amount  
i Carryover from 2019 not applied (see
instructions)
 
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from line 3f.  
4Distributions for 2024 from Section D, line 7:
$  
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
b Applied to 2024 distributable amount  
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from line 4.  
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2024, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2.
If the amount is greater than zero, explain in Part VI.
See instructions.
 
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2024. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1. If the amount is greater
than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions.
 
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2025. Add lines
3j and 4c.
 
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a Excess from 2020.....  
b Excess from 2021.....  
c Excess from 2022.....  
d Excess from 2023.....  
e Excess from 2024.....  
Schedule A (Form 990) (2024)

Schedule A (Form 990) 2024
Page 8
Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12; Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV, Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V, Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Return Reference Explanation
Schedule A (Form 990) 2024


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Schedule B
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors

right arrow Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ
501(c)( ) (enter number) organization

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation

527 political organization


Form 990-PF
501(c)(3) exempt private foundation

4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation

501(c)(3) taxable private foundation
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
For an organization filing Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF that received, during the year, contributions totaling $5,000 or more (in money or other property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts I and II. See instructions for determining a contributor's total contributions.
Special Rules
For an organization described in section 501(c)(3) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that met the 331/3% support test of the regulations
under sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), that checked Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ), Part II, line 13, 16a, or 16b, and that received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of the greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on (i) Form 990, Part VIII, line 1h, or (ii) Form 990-EZ, line 1. Complete Parts I and II.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and III.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990-EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, contributions exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but no such contributions totaled more than $1,000. If this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc., purpose. Don't complete any of the parts unless the General Rule applies to this organization because it received nonexclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions totaling $5,000 or more during the year ......... Right Arrow $  
Caution: An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't 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 doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025) Page 2
Name of organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number
16-0743134
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


(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.)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 3
Name of organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
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
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 4
Name of organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c) (7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. 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.) $  
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
 
 
     
 
Schedule B (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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SCHEDULE C
(Form 990)

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

right arrow Complete if the organization is described below. right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrowGo to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public
Inspection
If the organization answered "Yes" on 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" on 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" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
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. See instructions for definition of “political campaign activities."

2
Political campaign activity expenditures. See instructions ....................................................................right arrow
$  
3
Volunteer hours for political campaign activities. See instructions ..................................................................
 

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 ................................right arrow
$  
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 .......................right arrow
$  
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 ..... right arrow
$  
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt function activities ............................................................................................................................right arrow

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

$  
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-.
1
2
3
4
5
6
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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 right arrowexpenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures).
B Check right arrow
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 separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in)
(a) 2021 (b) 2022 (c) 2023 (d) 2024 (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 on lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed description of the lobbying activity.
(a)
Yes
No
(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? .............................................................................
 
No
 
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? ...........................................................
 
No
 
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? ..........................................................
 
No
 
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? .......................
 
No
 
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ..................
 
No
 
i
Other activities? ...................................................................................................................
Yes
 
230,360
j
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i ....................................................................................................
230,360
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, lines 1 and 2 (see instructions), and Part ll-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
PART II-B, LINE 1: THE AMOUNT REFLECTED ON PART II-B. LINE 1I REPRESENTS THE PORTION OF MEMBERSHIP DUES PAID TO GREATER NY HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION (GNYHA), HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATION OF NYS (HANYS), AND AMERICAN HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION (AHA) ATTRIBUTABLE TO LOBBYING ACTIVITIES.
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
right arrow Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
right arrow Attach to Form 990.
right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)    
3 Aggregate value of 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" on 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 July 25, 2006, 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 right arrow  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located right arrow  
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, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
right arrow  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
right arrow $  
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" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB 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 FASB 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)
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .........................right arrow $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................right arrow $  
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 FASB ASC 958 relating to these items:
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................right arrow $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................right arrow $  
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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" on 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, for escrow or custodial account liability? ...
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" on Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a) Current year (b) Prior year (c) Two years back (d) Three years back (e) Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 15,229,262 14,155,876 16,249,510 14,683,970 13,088,985
b Contributions ... -1,087,839 1,073,386 -2,093,634 1,565,540 1,594,985
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses          
d Grants or scholarships ...          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ...
         
f Administrative expenses ....          
g End of year balance ...... 14,141,423 15,229,262 14,155,876 16,249,510 14,683,970
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment right arrow0 %
b
Permanent endowment right arrow70.480 %
c
Term endowment right arrow29.520 %
The percentages on 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)
Yes
 
b
If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
Yes
 
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" on 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 .....   2,900,000 2,900,000
b Buildings ....   708,270,086 275,789,133 432,480,953
c Leasehold improvements   55,592,136 53,340,854 2,251,282
d Equipment ....   551,734,388 436,047,489 115,686,899
e Other .....   86,144,390 9,694,724 76,449,666
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)..right arrow 629,768,800
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Part VII
Investments - Other Securities.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on 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) COMMON COLLECTIVE TRUSTS
23,296,348 F

(B) LIMITED PARTNERSHIP HEDGE FUNDS
226,797,163 F
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)right arrow 250,093,511
Part VIII
Investments - Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on 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
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)right arrow  
Part IX
Other Assets.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1)BENEFICIAL INTEREST IN FOUNDATION 43,305,339
(2)OTHER ASSETS 7,544,837
(3)THIRD PARTY RECEIVABLE 22,468,226
(4)SELF-INSURANCE ASSET 76,393,655
(5)OTHER RECEIVABLES 35,693,477
(6)LEASE RIGHT OF USE ASSETS 101,122,872
(7)DUE FROM AFFILIATES 454,144,439
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........right arrow 740,672,845
Part X
Other Liabilities.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes  
SELF INSURANCE LIABILITIES 87,808,646
THIRD PARTY PAYABLES 74,298,827
DUE TO AFFILIATES 154,332,662
LEASE LIABILITIES 102,755,355
OTHER CUSTODIAL LIABILITIES 1,900




Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)right arrow 419,197,390
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' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1  
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .... 2a  
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b  
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e  
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1.................. 3  
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b.................... 4c  
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5  
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1  
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2a  
b Prior year adjustments ............ 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d.................... 2e  
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1................... 3  
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b..................... 4c  
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5  
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
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 V, LINE 4: THE INTENDED USES OF THE ORGANIZATION'S ENDOWMENT FUNDS INCLUDE: 1) CAPITAL EXPANSION, AND 2) ADVANCEMENT OF MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH AND HEALTH CARE SERVICES.
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SCHEDULE F(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Statement of Activities Outside the United States
Right arrow Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b, 15, or 16.Right arrow Attach to Form 990.Right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
Part I
General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on 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 the region (d) Activities conducted in region (by type) (such as, 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 the region
(f) Total expenditures
for and investments
in the region
CENTRAL AMERICA AND CARIBBEAN 0 0   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
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Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations or Entities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on 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 noncash
assistance
(h) Description
of noncash
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" on 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
noncash
assistance
(g) Description
of noncash
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 separately 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; don't file with Form 990). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 separately file Form 5713, International Boycott Report (see Instructions for Form 5713; don't file with Form 990).. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Schedule F (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule F (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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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 F (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Additional Data


Software ID:  
Software Version:  



SCHEDULE H
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Hospitals
Medium right arrow Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, question 20a.
Medium right arrow Attach to Form 990.
Medium right arrow Go to www.irs.gov/Form990EZ for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2024
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
Part I
Financial Assistance and Certain Other Community Benefits at Cost
Yes
No
1a
Did the organization have a financial assistance policy during the tax year? If "No," skip to question 6a . . . .
1a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," was it a written policy? ......................
1b
Yes
 
2
If the organization had multiple hospital facilities, indicate which of the following best describes application of the financial assistance policy to its various hospital facilities during the tax year.
3
Answer the following based on the financial assistance eligibility criteria that applied to the largest number of the organization's patients during the tax year.
a
Did the organization use Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPG) as a factor in determining eligibility for providing free care?
If "Yes," indicate which of the following was the FPG family income limit for eligibility for free care:
3a
Yes
 
%
b
Did the organization use FPG as a factor in determining eligibility for providing discounted care? If "Yes," indicate
which of the following was the family income limit for eligibility for discounted care: . . . . . . . .
3b
Yes
 
%
c
If the organization used factors other than FPG in determining eligibility, describe in Part VI the criteria used for determining eligibility for free or discounted care. Include in the description whether the organization used an asset test or other threshold, regardless of income, as a factor in determining eligibility for free or discounted care.
4
Did the organization's financial assistance policy that applied to the largest number of its patients during the tax year provide for free or discounted care to the "medically indigent"? . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4

Yes

 
5a
Did the organization budget amounts for free or discounted care provided under its financial assistance policy during
the tax year? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5a

Yes

 
b
If "Yes," did the organization's financial assistance expenses exceed the budgeted amount? . . . . . .
5b
Yes
 
c
If "Yes" to line 5b, as a result of budget considerations, was the organization unable to provide free or discountedcare to a patient who was eligibile for free or discounted care? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5c
 
No
6a
Did the organization prepare a community benefit report during the tax year? . . . . . . . . .
6a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization make it available to the public? . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6b
Yes
 
Complete the following table using the worksheets provided in the Schedule H instructions. Do not submit these worksheets with the Schedule H.
7
Financial Assistance and Certain Other Community Benefits at Cost
Financial Assistance and
Means-Tested
Government Programs
(a) Number of activities or programs (optional) (b) Persons served (optional) (c) Total community benefit expense (d) Direct offsetting revenue (e) Net community benefit expense (f) Percent of total expense
a Financial Assistance at cost
(from Worksheet 1) . . .
    22,341,085 7,347,055 14,994,030 0.860 %
b Medicaid (from Worksheet 3, column a) . . . . .     237,207,172 146,915,746 90,291,426 5.170 %
c Costs of other means-tested government programs (from Worksheet 3, column b) . .     82,816,589 49,063,229 33,753,360 1.930 %
d Total Financial Assistance and Means-Tested Government Programs . . . . .     342,364,846 203,326,030 139,038,816 7.960 %
Other Benefits
e Community health improvement services and community benefit operations (from Worksheet 4).     2,324,888   2,324,888 0.130 %
f Health professions education (from Worksheet 5) . . .     50,466,338 17,822,224 32,644,114 1.870 %
g Subsidized health services (from Worksheet 6) . . . .     124,027,171   124,027,171 7.100 %
h Research (from Worksheet 7) .            
i Cash and in-kind contributions for community benefit (from Worksheet 8) . . . .     1,009,796   1,009,796 0.060 %
j Total. Other Benefits . .     177,828,193 17,822,224 160,005,969 9.160 %
k Total. Add lines 7d and 7j .     520,193,039 221,148,254 299,044,785 17.120 %
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990. Cat. No. 50192T Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part II
Community Building Activities Complete this table if the organization conducted any community building activities during the tax year, and describe in Part VI how its community building activities promoted the health of the communities it serves.
(a) Number of activities or programs (optional) (b) Persons served (optional) (c) Total community building expense (d) Direct offsetting
revenue
(e) Net community building expense (f) Percent of total expense
1 Physical improvements and housing            
2 Economic development            
3 Community support            
4 Environmental improvements     1,319,146   1,319,146 0.080 %
5 Leadership development and
training for community members
           
6 Coalition building            
7 Community health improvement advocacy            
8 Workforce development            
9 Other            
10 Total     1,319,146   1,319,146 0.080 %
Part III
Bad Debt, Medicare, & Collection Practices
Section A. Bad Debt Expense
Yes
No
1
Did the organization report bad debt expense in accordance with Healthcare Financial Management Association Statement No. 15? ..........................
1
Yes
 
2
Enter the amount of the organization's bad debt expense. Explain in Part VI the methodology used by the organization to estimate this amount. ......
2
9,533,280
3
Enter the estimated amount of the organization's bad debt expense attributable to patients eligible under the organization's financial assistance policy. Explain in Part VI the methodology used by the organization to estimate this amount and the rationale, if any, for including this portion of bad debt as community benefit. ......
3
2,327,497
4
Provide in Part VI the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes bad debt expense or the page number on which this footnote is contained in the attached financial statements.
Section B. Medicare
5
Enter total revenue received from Medicare (including DSH and IME).....
5
108,373,010
6
Enter Medicare allowable costs of care relating to payments on line 5.....
6
165,632,284
7
Subtract line 6 from line 5. This is the surplus (or shortfall)........
7
-57,259,274
8
Describe in Part VI the extent to which any shortfall reported in line 7 should be treated as community benefit.Also describe in Part VI the costing methodology or source used to determine the amount reported on line 6.Check the box that describes the method used:
Section C. Collection Practices
9a
Did the organization have a written debt collection policy during the tax year? ..........
9a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization’s collection policy that applied to the largest number of its patients during the tax year
contain provisions on the collection practices to be followed for patients who are known to qualify for financial assistance? Describe in Part VI .........................

9b

Yes

 
Part IV
Management Companies and Joint Ventures(owned 10% or more by officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and physicians—see instructions)
(a) Name of entity (b) Description of primary
activity of entity
(c) Organization's
profit % or stock
ownership %
(d) Officers, directors,
trustees, or key
employees' profit %
or stock ownership %
(e) Physicians'
profit % or stock
ownership %
11 LATTIMORE SERVICES ORGANIZATION LLC
 
MANAGEMENT SERVICES 29.000 %   71.000 %
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part VFacility Information
Section A. Hospital Facilities
(list in order of size from largest to smallest—see instructions)How many hospital facilities did the organization operate during the tax year?1Name, address, primary website address, and state license number (and if a group return, the name and EIN of the subordinate hospital organization that operates the hospital facility)
Licensed Hospital General Medical and Surgical Children's Hospital Teaching Hospital Critical Access Hospital Research Facility ER-24Hours ER-Other Other (describe) Facility reporting group
1 ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
X X   X   X X      
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part VFacility Information (continued)

Section B. Facility Policies and Practices

(Complete a separate Section B for each of the hospital facilities or facility reporting groups listed in Part V, Section A)
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
Name of hospital facility or letter of facility reporting group  
Line number of hospital facility, or line numbers of hospital facilities in a facility
reporting group (from Part V, Section A):
1
Yes No
Community Health Needs Assessment
1 Was the hospital facility first licensed, registered, or similarly recognized by a state as a hospital facility in the current tax year or the immediately preceding tax year?........................ 1   No
2 Was the hospital facility acquired or placed into service as a tax-exempt hospital in the current tax year or the immediately preceding tax year? If “Yes,” provide details of the acquisition in Section C............... 2   No
3 During the tax year or either of the two immediately preceding tax years, did the hospital facility conduct a community health needs assessment (CHNA)? If "No," skip to line 12...................... 3 Yes  
If "Yes," indicate what the CHNA report describes (check all that apply):
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
4 Indicate the tax year the hospital facility last conducted a CHNA: 20 22
5 In conducting its most recent CHNA, did the hospital facility take into account input from persons who represent the broad interests of the community served by the hospital facility, including those with special knowledge of or expertise in public health? If "Yes," describe in Section C how the hospital facility took into account input from persons who represent the community, and identify the persons the hospital facility consulted ................. 5 Yes  
6 a Was the hospital facility’s CHNA conducted with one or more other hospital facilities? If "Yes," list the other hospital facilities in Section C.................................. 6a Yes  
b Was the hospital facility’s CHNA conducted with one or more organizations other than hospital facilities?” If “Yes,” list the other organizations in Section C. ............................ 6b Yes  
7 Did the hospital facility make its CHNA report widely available to the public?.............. 7 Yes  
If "Yes," indicate how the CHNA report was made widely available (check all that apply):
a
b
c
d
8 Did the hospital facility adopt an implementation strategy to meet the significant community health needs
identified through its most recently conducted CHNA? If "No," skip to line 11. ..............
8 Yes  
9 Indicate the tax year the hospital facility last adopted an implementation strategy: 20 22
10 Is the hospital facility's most recently adopted implementation strategy posted on a website?......... 10 Yes  
a If "Yes" (list url): WWW.ROCHESTERREGIONAL.ORG
b If "No," is the hospital facility’s most recently adopted implementation strategy attached to this return? ...... 10b    
11 Describe in Section C how the hospital facility is addressing the significant needs identified in its most recently conducted CHNA and any such needs that are not being addressed together with the reasons why such needs are not being addressed.
12a Did the organization incur an excise tax under section 4959 for the hospital facility's failure to conduct a CHNA as required by section 501(r)(3)?............................... 12a   No
b If "Yes" on line 12a, did the organization file Form 4720 to report the section 4959 excise tax?........ 12b    
c If "Yes" on line 12b, what is the total amount of section 4959 excise tax the organization reported on Form 4720 for all of its hospital facilities? $  

Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part VFacility Information (continued)

Financial Assistance Policy (FAP)
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
Name of hospital facility or letter of facility reporting group  
Yes No
Did the hospital facility have in place during the tax year a written financial assistance policy that:
13 Explained eligibility criteria for financial assistance, and whether such assistance included free or discounted care? 13 Yes  
If “Yes,” indicate the eligibility criteria explained in the FAP:
a Federal poverty guidelines (FPG), with FPG family income limit for eligibility for free care of 200.000000000000%
and FPG family income limit for eligibility for discounted care of 400.000000000000%
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
14 Explained the basis for calculating amounts charged to patients?................. 14 Yes  
15 Explained the method for applying for financial assistance?................... 15 Yes  
If “Yes,” indicate how the hospital facility’s FAP or FAP application form (including accompanying instructions) explained the method for applying for financial assistance (check all that apply):
a Described the information the hospital facility may require an individual to provide as part of his or her application
b Described the supporting documentation the hospital facility may require an individual to submit as part of his or
her application
c Provided the contact information of hospital facility staff who can provide an individual with information about the
FAP and FAP application process
d Provided the contact information of nonprofit organizations or government agencies that may be sources of
assistance with FAP applications
e Other (describe in Section C)
16 Was widely publicized within the community served by the hospital facility?........ 16 Yes  
If "Yes," indicate how the hospital facility publicized the policy (check all that apply):
a
WWW.ROCHESTERREGIONAL.ORG
b
WWW.ROCHESTERREGIONAL.ORG
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part VFacility Information (continued)

Billing and Collections
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
Name of hospital facility or letter of facility reporting group  
Yes No
17 Did the hospital facility have in place during the tax year a separate billing and collections policy, or a written financial assistance policy (FAP) that explained all of the actions the hospital facility or other authorized party may take upon nonpayment?.................................. 17 Yes  
18 Check all of the following actions against an individual that were permitted under the hospital facility's policies during the tax year before making reasonable efforts to determine the individual’s eligibility under the facility’s FAP:
a
b
c
d
e
f
19 Did the hospital facility or other authorized party perform any of the following actions during the tax year before making reasonable efforts to determine the individual’s eligibility under the facility’s FAP?............ 19   No
If "Yes," check all actions in which the hospital facility or a third party engaged:
a
b
c
d
e
20 Indicate which efforts the hospital facility or other authorized party made before initiating any of the actions listed (whether or not checked) in line 19. (check all that apply):
a
b
c
d
e
f
Policy Relating to Emergency Medical Care
21 Did the hospital facility have in place during the tax year a written policy relating to emergency medical care that required the hospital facility to provide, without discrimination, care for emergency medical conditions to individuals regardless of their eligibility under the hospital facility’s financial assistance policy?.................. 21 Yes  
If "No," indicate why:
a
b
c
d
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part VFacility Information (continued)

Charges to Individuals Eligible for Assistance Under the FAP (FAP-Eligible Individuals)
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
Name of hospital facility or letter of facility reporting group  
Yes No
22 Indicate how the hospital facility determined, during the tax year, the maximum amounts that can be charged to FAP-eligible individuals for emergency or other medically necessary care.
a
b
c
d
23 During the tax year, did the hospital facility charge any FAP-eligible individual to whom the hospital facility provided emergency or other medically necessary services more than the amounts generally billed to individuals who had insurance covering such care? ............................... 23   No
If "Yes," explain in Section C.
24 During the tax year, did the hospital facility charge any FAP-eligible individual an amount equal to the gross charge for any service provided to that individual? ........................... 24   No
If "Yes," explain in Section C.
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part V
Facility Information (continued)
Section C. Supplemental Information for Part V, Section B. Provide descriptions required for Part V, Section B, lines 2, 3j, 5, 6a, 6b, 7d, 11, 13b, 13h, 15e, 16j, 18e, 19e, 20a, 20b, 20c, 20d, 20e, 21c, 21d, 23, and 24. If applicable, provide separate descriptions for each hospital facility in a facility reporting group, designated by facility reporting group letter and hospital facility line number from Part V, Section A (“A, 1,” “A, 4,” “B, 2,” “B, 3,” etc.) and name of hospital facility.
Form and Line Reference Explanation
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL PART V, SECTION B, LINE 5: THE 2022 COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT (CHNA) WAS CONDUCTED JOINTLY BY THE HOSPITAL SYSTEMS SERVING MONROE COUNTY, NY IN COLLABORATION WITH THE MONROE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. REPRESENTATIVES FROM EACH OF THESE ORGANIZATIONS CONSTITUTE THE COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT WORKGROUP (CHIW), THE OVERSIGHT BODY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHNA. INFORMATION DISCUSSED BY THE CHIW IS SHARED, AS IS APPROPRIATE, WITH HOSPITAL LEADERSHIP AND TO VARIOUS COMMUNITY GROUPS FOR INPUT AND COMMENT.
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL PART V, SECTION B, LINE 6A: ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL, UNITY HOSPITAL, STRONG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AND HIGHLAND HOSPITAL
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL PART V, SECTION B, LINE 6B: MONROE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH, COMMON GROUND HEALTH (THE LOCAL POPULATION HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (PHIP)), MONROE COUNTY OFFICE OF MENTAL HEALTH AND FINGER LAKES PERFORMING PROVIDER SYSTEM
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL PART V, SECTION B, LINE 11: THE SIGNIFICANT HEALTH NEEDS IDENTIFIED IN THE MOST RECENTLY CONDUCTED CHNA ARE ALL BEING ADDRESSED BY THE HOSPITAL FACILITY. SEE THE DISCLOSURES IN PART VI AS WELL AS THE HOSPITAL FACILITY'S IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOUND AT WWW.ROCHESTERREGIONAL.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL PART V, SECTION B, LINE 16J: ALSO LOCATED IN OUTPATIENT SETTINGS.
PART V, SECTION B, LINE 20: IT IS THE INTERPRETATION OF RGH THAT SINCE THE HOSPITAL DOESN'T PERFORM ANY OF THE EXTRAORDINARY COLLECTION ACTIONS (ECA) LISTED IN LINE 19, OUR RESPONSE OF "NONE OF THESE EFFORTS WERE MADE" IN LINE 20 INDICATES THAT SINCE NONE OF THE ACTIONS IN LINE 19 ARE MADE NONE OF THE ACTIONS LISTED IN LINE 20 WOULD APPLY. LINE 20 IS THEREFORE CONSIDERED NOT APPLICABLE TO RGH. RGH DOESN'T MAKE ANY EXTRAORDINARY COLLECTION ACTIONS. IF RGH DID ENGAGE IN ECA'S THEY WOULD COMPLY WITH ANY IRS AND INDUSTRY GUIDANCE.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part VFacility Information (continued)

Section D. Other Health Care Facilities That Are Not Licensed, Registered, or Similarly Recognized as a Hospital Facility
(list in order of size, from largest to smallest)
How many non-hospital health care facilities did the organization operate during the tax year?123
Name and address Type of Facility (describe)
1 1 - RGH LINDEN OAKS DEXA
10 HAGAN DRIVE SUITE 130
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
2 2 - RGMG DERMATOLOGY & MOHS SURGERY AT LINDE
10 HAGAN DRIVE SUITE 300
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
3 3 - RGH BARIATRICS AT NEWARK
1200 DRIVING PARK AVENUE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
4 4 - RGH NEPHROLOGY AT NEWARK
1200 DRIVING PARK AVENUE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
5 5 - RGH PULMONARY AT NEWARK
1200 DRIVING PARK AVENUE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
6 6 - RGH INFECTIOUS DISEASES AT NEWARK
1202 DRIVING PARK AVENUE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
7 7 - RGH UROLOGY AT NEWARK
1202 DRIVING PARK AVENUE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
8 8 - RGH OT PT AND SPEECH THERAPY
1381 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
9 9 - RGH ULTRASOUND AT TWC
1415 PORTLAND AVENUE SUITE 400/490
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
10 10 - RGH BARIATRICS OF WESTERN NY
1415 PORTLAND AVENUE SUITE 225
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
11 11 - RGHS DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY
1415 PORTLAND AVENUE SUITE 245
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
12 12 - RGH SANDS CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE
1415 PORTLAND AVENUE SUITE 350
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
13 13 - RGH NEUROLOGY AT THE MOB
1415 PORTLAND AVENUE SUITE 445
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
14 14 - RGMG ORTHOPAEDIC CLINIC
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
15 15 - RGMG MED ASSOCIATES - TWIG SITE
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
16 16 - RGMG ORTHOPAEDICS AT WILSON
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE WILSON
BUILDING
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
17 17 - RGMG PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHAB AT WILS
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE WILSON
BUILDING
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
18 18 - RGMG RGPA ADOLESCENT
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
19 19 - RGMG RGPA COUNSELING
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
20 20 - RGMG RGPA PEDS INFECTIOUS DISEASE
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
21 21 - RGMG RGPA RHEUMATOLOGY
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
22 22 - RGH RADIOLOGY AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
23 23 - RGH ULTRASOUND AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
24 24 - RGMG GENERAL MEDICINE AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
25 25 - RGMG RGPA ADOLESCENT - RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
26 26 - RGMG PEADIATRIC ASSOCIATES AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
27 27 - RGMG RGPA COUNSELING AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
28 28 - RGMG RGPA PEDS INFECTIOUS DISEASE AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
29 29 - RGMG RHEUM AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
30 30 - RGMG GENERAL MED - TWIG AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
31 31 - RGH MAMMO AT RHC
1455 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
32 32 - RGH BARIATRICS AT LOCKPORT
15 ELIZABETH DRIVE
LOCKPORT,NY14094
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
33 33 - RGH SPEECH LANGUAGE PATH AT EAST RIDGE
1850 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14622
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
34 34 - RGH CARDIAC REHABILITIATION
1850 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14622
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
35 35 - RGH PT AND OT AT EAST RIDGE
1850 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14622
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
36 36 - RGH PULMONARY REHAB AT EAST RIDGE
1850 EAST RIDGE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14622
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
37 37 - RGMG DIABETES EDUCATION AT CLIFTON SPRIN
2 COULTER ROAD SUITE 1620
CLIFTON SPRINGS,NY14432
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
38 38 - RGH - ONCOLOGY AT LINDEN OAKS
20 HAGAN DRIVE SUITE 100
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
39 39 - RGH DEPT OF SURGERY AND LINDEN OAKS
20 HAGAN DRIVE SUITE 320
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
40 40 - RGH GENEVA HEART INSTITUTE
200 NORTH STREET
GENEVA,NY14456
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
41 41 - RGMG DIABETES EDUCATION AT BAY CREEK
2000 EMPIRE BLVD
WEBSTER,NY14580
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
42 42 - RGH RADIOLOGY AND ULTRASOUND AT BAY CREE
2000 EMPIRE BLVD
WEBSTER,NY14580
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
43 43 - RGMG PM&R AT BAY CREEK
2000 EMPIRE BLVD
WEBSTER,NY14580
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
44 44 - RGMG MIDWIFE AT BAY CREEK
2000 EMPIRE BLVD
WEBSTER,NY14580
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
45 45 - RGH DIALYSIS AT BAY CREEK
2010 EMPIRE BLVD
WEBSTER,NY14580
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
46 46 - RGH PHYSICAL THERAPY AT MIDTOWN
210 EAST HIGHLAND DRIVE
ROCHESTER,NY14610
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
47 47 - RGH RADIOLOGY AND ULTRASOUND AT ALEXANDE
214 ALEXANDER STREET SUITE 1000
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
48 48 - RGH PODIATRY AT ALEXANDER PARK
222 ALEXANDER STREET SUITE 5000
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
49 49 - RGMG PLANT BASED NUTRITION AT SCHI CLINT
2365 SOUTH CLINTON AVENUE SUITE 100
ROCHESTER,NY14618
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
50 50 - RGH SCHI AT CLINTON WOODS
2365 SOUTH CLINTON AVENUE SUITE 100
ROCHESTER,NY14618
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
51 51 - RGH CLINTON PHLEBOTOMY
293 UPPER FALLS BLVD
ROCHESTER,NY14605
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
52 52 - RGMG DIABETES EDUCATION AT LINDEN
30 HAGEN DRIVE SUITE 200
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
53 53 - RGH WOUND AND VEIN CARE AT LINDEN OAKS
30 HAGEN DRIVE SUITE 120
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
54 54 - RGH SCHI AT LINDEN OAKS
30 HAGEN DRIVE SUITE 100
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
55 55 - RGMG OFFICE OF COMMUNITY MEDICINE CLIN
309 UPPER FALLS BLVD
ROCHESTER,NY14605
FAMILY MEDICINE
56 56 - RGH SPEECH LANGUAGE OT AND PT AT LINDE
360 LINDEN OAKS DRIVE SUITE 200
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
57 57 - RGH PAIN CLINIC AT LINDEN OAKS
360 LINDEN OAKS DRIVE SUITE 200
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
58 58 - RGMG PM&R AT 360 LINDEN OAKS
360 LINDEN OAKS DRIVE SUITE 200
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
59 59 - RGH HEMODIALYSIS OUTPATIENT CENTER
370 EAST RIDGE ROAD SUITE 30
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
60 60 - RGH HOME DIALYSIS
370 EAST RIDGE ROAD SUITE 30
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
61 61 - RGH DEPARTMENT OF NEPHROLOGY
370 EAST RIDGE ROAD SUITE 20
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
62 62 - RGH SCHI CANANDAIGUA
401 SOUTH MAIN STREET
CANANDAIGUA,NY14424
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
63 63 - RGH FAMILY & LIFESTYLE MEDICINE CANANDAI
401 SOUTH MAIN STREET
CANANDAIGUA,NY14424
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
64 64 - RGH RADIOLOGY MAMMO AND ULTRASOUND HENR
50 MIDDLE ROAD
HENRIETTA,NY14467
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
65 65 - RGH PRIMARY CARE - HENRIETTA
50 MIDDLE ROAD
HENRIETTA,NY14467
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
66 66 - RGH REHAB AND NEURO HENRIETTA
50 MIDDLE ROAD
HENRIETTA,NY14467
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
67 67 - RGH ORTHOPAEDICS AND SPINE CENTER HENRIE
50 MIDDLE ROAD
HENRIETTA,NY14467
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
68 68 - RGH SCHI AT HENRIETTA MEDICAL CENTER
50 MIDDLE ROAD
HENRIETTA,NY14467
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
69 69 - RGH OBGYN AT HENRIETTA
50 MIDDLE ROAD
HENRIETTA,NY14467
RGH SPECIALTY PRACTICE
70 70 - RGMG DERM SODUS INTERNAL MEDICINE
6692 MIDDLE ROAD
SODUS,NY14551
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICE
71 71 - RGMG DIABETIC EDUCATION
224 ALEXANDER STREET
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
72 72 - RGMG CLINTON FAMILY DIABETES
293 UPPER FALLS BLVD
ROCHESTER,NY14605
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
73 73 - RGMG OPTIFAST
224 ALEXANDER STREET
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
74 74 - RGH RGMG ORTHOPAEDIC BAY CREEK
2000 EMPIRE BLVD
WEBSTER,NY14580
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
75 75 - RGMG LYONS DIABETESEDUCATION
12 LEACH RD
LYONS,NY14889
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
76 76 - RGH WOLCOTT RADIOLOGY
6254 LAWVILLE RD
WOLCOTT,NY14590
RGH PRIMARY CARE
77 77 - RGMG LYONS AIR
10 LEACH ROAD
LYONS,NY14889
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
78 78 - RGMG TWC NW ANTENATAL
1250 DRIVING PARK AVE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGMG OBGYN
79 79 - RGMG FAMILY MEDICINE AT RIT
181 LOMB MEMORIAL DRIVE SUITE
78-A670
ROCHESTER,NY14623
RGH PRIMARY CARE
80 80 - RGMG GHS PRIMARY CARE
222 ALEXANDER STREET SUITE 5000
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGH PRIMARY CARE
81 81 - RGMG WILLIAMSON PEDIATRICS
4425 OLD RIDGE RD
WILLIAMSON,NY14589
RGMG PEDIATRICS
82 82 - RGMG SODUS INTERNAL MEDICINE
6692 MIDDLE RD
SODUS,NY14551
RGH PRIMARY CARE
83 83 - RGMG WOLCOTT PEDIATRICS
6254 LAWVILLE RD
WOLCOTT,NY14590
RGMG PEDIATRICS
84 84 - RGMG VEIN CARE CENTER
20 HAGEN DR SUITE 210
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
85 85 - RGMG WOMENS CTR AT CLINTON
309 UPPER FALLS BLVD
ROCHESTER,NY14605
RGMG OBGYN
86 86 - RGMG SODUS PEDIATRICS
6692 MIDDLE RD
SODUS,NY14551
RGMG PEDIATRICS
87 87 - RGMG GANANDA FAMILY PRACTICE
1200 FAIRWAY SEVEN
MACEDON,NY14502
RGH PRIMARY CARE
88 88 - RGH PM&R
1415 PORTLAND AVE SUITE 445
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH PRIMARY CARE
89 89 - RGH RGMG ORTHOPAEDICS
800 CARTER STREET
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
90 90 - RGMG LYONS HEALTH CENTER
12 LEACH RD
LYONS,NY14889
RGH PRIMARY CARE
91 91 - RGMG GI AT NEWARK
1304 DRIVING PARK AVE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
92 92 - RGMG WILLIAMSON FAM PRACTICE
4425 OLD RIDGE RD
WILLIAMSON,NY14589
RGH PRIMARY CARE
93 93 - RGMG AIR LINDEN
10 HAGEN DR SUITE 20
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
94 94 - RGMG GENESEE IM PORTLAND AVE
1299 PORTLAND AVENUE SUITE 17
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH PRIMARY CARE
95 95 - RGMG WOLCOTT INTERNAL MEDICINE
6254 LAWVILLE RD
WOLCOTT,NY14590
RGH PRIMARY CARE
96 96 - RGMG PENN FAIR PRIMARY CARE
2200 PENFIELD ROAD
PENFIELD,NY14526
RGH PRIMARY CARE
97 97 - RGMG RIDGEWAY FAMILY MEDICINE
2350 RIDGEWAY AVENUE SUITE A
ROCHESTER,NY14626
RGH PRIMARY CARE
98 98 - RGMG AIR GREECE
2300 WEST RIDGE ROAD 5TH FLOOR
ROCHESTER,NY14626
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
99 99 - RGMG NORTHRIDGE MEDICAL GROUP
1338 E RIDGE ROAD SUITE 101
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH PRIMARY CARE
100 100 - RGMG WOMENS CTR AT ALEX PARK
222 ALEXANDER STREET SUITE 1100
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGMG OBGYN
101 101 - RGMG CLINTON FAMILY HEALTH CTR
293 UPPER FALLS BLVD
ROCHESTER,NY14605
RGH PRIMARY CARE
102 102 - RGMG GERIATRICS CONSULT SVC
1415 PORTLAND AVE SUITE 200
ROCHESTER,NY146213022
RGMG GERIATRICS
103 103 - RGMG PENN FAIR PEDIATRIC GROUP
2067 FAIRPORT NINE MILE POINT RD
SUITE
PENFIELD,NY14526
RGMG PEDIATRICS
104 104 - RGMG BAY CREEK MEDICAL GROUP
2000 EMPIRE BLVD
WEBSTER,NY14580
RGH PRIMARY CARE
105 105 - RGMG BAY CREEK PEDIATRIC GRP
2000 EMPIRE BLVD
WEBSTER,NY14580
RGMG PEDIATRICS
106 106 - RGMG WHITE PINES MEDICAL GROUP
370 RIDGE RD EAST SUITE 400
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH PRIMARY CARE
107 107 - RGMG RGMG CTR FOR DERMATOLOGY
20 HAGEN DR SUITE 220
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
108 108 - RGMG TWC RGH ANTENATAL
1415 PORTLAND AVE SUITE 480
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG OBGYN
109 109 - RGMG GENESEE IM AT ALEXANDER
222 ALEXANDER STREET SUITE 5000
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGH PRIMARY CARE
110 110 - RGMG REFUGEE COMMUNITY MED
222 ALEXANDER STREET 4TH FLR SUITE
41
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGMG REFUGEE COMMUNITY MED
111 111 - RGMG VASCULAR SURGERY ASSOC
1445 PORTLAND AVENUE SUITE 108
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
112 112 - RGMG WOMENS CTR AT NEWARK
1250 DRIVING PARK AVE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGMG OBGYN
113 113 - RGMG NEWARK PEDIATRICS
NWCH 1200 DRIVING PARK AVE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGMG PEDIATRICS
114 114 - RGH LINDEN MEDICAL GROUP
30 HAGEN DR SUITE 300
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGH PRIMARY CARE
115 115 - RGMG DIABETIC CARE RES CTR
224 ALEXANDER STREET
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
116 116 - RGMG NEWARK INTERNAL MEDICINE
NWCH 1208 DRIVING PARK AVENUE
NEWARK,NY14513
RGH PRIMARY CARE
117 117 - RGMG LONG POND INTERNAL MED
2350 RIDGEWAY AVENUE SUITE B
ROCHESTER,NY14626
RGH PRIMARY CARE
118 118 - RGMG AIR ALEXANDER PARK
222 ALEXANDER ST SUITE 3000
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
119 119 - RGMG GENESEE PEDIATRICS (GHS)
222 ALEXANDER STREET 4TH FLR
ROCHESTER,NY14607
RGMG PEDIATRICS
120 120 - RGH RGMA OPD TWIG
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGH PRIMARY CARE
121 121 - RGMG THE WOMENS CENTER AT RGH
1415 PORTLAND AVE SUITE 400
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG OBGYN
122 122 - RGMG ROCH GEN PEDIATRIC ASSOC
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
RGMG PEDIATRICS
123 123 - RGMG RHEUMATOLOGY INFUSION CTR
10 HAGEN DR SUITE 330
ROCHESTER,NY14625
RGMG SPECIALTY PRACTICES
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
Schedule H (Form 990) 2024
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Part VI
Supplemental Information
Provide the following information.
1 Required descriptions. Provide the descriptions required for Part I, lines 3c, 6a, and 7; Part II and Part III, lines 2, 3, 4, 8 and 9b.
2 Needs assessment. Describe how the organization assesses the health care needs of the communities it serves, in addition to any CHNAs reported in Part V, Section B.
3 Patient education of eligibility for assistance. Describe how the organization informs and educates patients and persons who may be billed for patient care about their eligibility for assistance under federal, state, or local government programs or under the organization’s financial assistance policy.
4 Community information. Describe the community the organization serves, taking into account the geographic area and demographic constituents it serves.
5 Promotion of community health. Provide any other information important to describing how the organization’s hospital facilities or other health care facilities further its exempt purpose by promoting the health of the community (e.g., open medical staff, community board, use of surplus funds, etc.).
6 Affiliated health care system. If the organization is part of an affiliated health care system, describe the respective roles of the organization and its affiliates in promoting the health of the communities served.
7 State filing of community benefit report. If applicable, identify all states with which the organization, or a related organization, files a community benefit report.
Form and Line Reference Explanation
PART I, LINE 6A: ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL'S COMMUNITY BENEFIT REPORT IS INCLUDED IN THE COMMUNITY BENEFIT REPORT FOR ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, A RELATED NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, AS PART OF THE JOINT COMMUNITY BENEFIT REPORT DISTRIBUTED BY MONROE COUNTY, NY.
PART I, LINE 7: THE COSTING METHODOLOGY USED FOR LINES 7A, B, C AND F WAS FROM BOTH THE HOSPITAL'S 2024 MEDICAID ICR, UTILIZING EXHIBIT 46, AND THE 2024 MEDICARE MCR, UTILIZING WORKSHEETS S-10 AND B, PART I. WORKSHEET 2 WAS USED TO CALCULATE THE RATIO OF PATIENT CARE COST-TO-CHARGES. EXHIBITS 11 AND 46 FROM THE 2024 MEDICAID ICR WERE UTILIZED TO COMPLETE THE CALCULATIONS.
PART I, LINE 7G: NO PHYSICIAN CLINIC COSTS WERE INCLUDED ON LINE 7G.
PART I, LN 7 COL(F): TOTAL EXPENSES ON FORM 990, PART IX, LINE 25, COLUMN (A) ARE $1,755,613,794. THE BAD DEBT EXPENSE INCLUDED IN THIS AMOUNT IS $9,533,280. AFTER BAD DEBT WAS DEDUCTED FROM TOTAL EXPENSES, THE AMOUNT OF TOTAL EXPENSES USED TO CALCULATE THE PERCENT IN LINE 7, COLUMN (F) WAS $1,746,080,514.
PART I, LINE 7E: DURING 2024, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH (RRH) AND ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL (RGH) SPONSORED THE FOLLOWING EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT THAT MEET THE DEFINITION FOR DISCLOSURE ON SCHEDULE H, PART I, LINE 7E (COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT SERVICES AND COMMUNITY BENEFIT OPERATIONS). WITH THE SLOWING SPREAD OF COVID-19 MANY EVENTS WERE HELD IN-PERSON. TO ENSURE RGH WAS REACHING AS MANY COMMUNITY MEMBERS AS POSSIBLE, VIRTUAL OPTIONS CONTINUE TO BE OFFERED. RGH CONTINUED ITS FOCUS ON COMMUNITY EDUCATION. ROCHESTER REGIONAL CONTINUED TO PROVIDE HEALTH AND WELLNESS EDUCATION ON MULTIPLE PLATFORMS INCLUDING: SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITE, MYCARE PATIENT PORTAL, PHONE MESSAGING, AND E-NEWSLETTER. MORE SPECIFICALLY:O RRH'S "HEALTH HIVE," AN ONLINE PORTAL OF ARTICLES AND HELPFUL HINTS IN DEALING WITH A HOST OF HEALTH RELATED TOPICS. DURING 2024, MORE THAN 115 ARTICLES WERE PUBLISHED. O RRH PARTICIPATED IN OVER 300 NEWS ARTICLES, SPECIAL REPORTS, AND INTERVIEWS OVER A VARIETY OF MEDIUMS INCLUDING TV, RADIO AND PRINTED NEWS ARTICLES. ADDITIONALLY, RRH MADE OVER 2,500 SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS ACROSS MULTIPLE PLATFORMS INCLUDING FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER AND LINKEDIN. O THE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND JUSTICE OFFICE HOSTED COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS WITH VARIOUS COMMUNITY AND CHURCH GROUPS. ATTENDEES HAVE JOINED FROM ROCHESTER AND ALSO THROUGHOUT OTHER PARTS OF THE US. RRH ESTABLISHED AND CONTINUES TO MAINTAIN COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS TO ENSURE THOSE MOST VULNERABLE IN THE COMMUNITY ARE WELL SERVED, INCLUDING:O PHARMACY PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AND MCKESSON RXO TO PROVIDE FREE MEDICATIONS, MEDICAL DEVICES, AND/OR CO-PAY ASSISTANCE TO HELP OUR UNINSURED, UNDERINSURED, AND LOW-INCOME PATIENTS AFFORD THEIR PRESCRIPTIONS. OUR DEDICATED ACCOUNT MANAGERS AT MCKESSON IDENTIFIED QUALIFIED PATIENTS AND MANAGE PROCUREMENT, FREEING UP HOSPITAL RESOURCES FOR PATIENT CARE.O RRH PARTNERED WITH THE LOCAL AHL TEAM, THE ROCHESTER AMERICANS, TO SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT HEART HEALTH. AT HOME GAMES IN FEBRUARY 2024 ATTENDEES PARTICIPATED IN THE "HEART MONTH MINUTE" CHALLENGE, WHERE A FEW LUCKY FANS WENT HEAD-TO-HEAD FOR A SPECIAL HEART-HEALTHY PRIZE. O ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AND THE ROCHESTER RED WINGS CAME TOGETHER TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE IMPORTANCE OF PREVENTION, RECOGNITION, AND RAPID TREATMENT OF STROKE. THE EVENT INCLUDED PROVIDING SUPPORT TO STROKE SURVIVORS IN OUR COMMUNITY AND HELP CELEBRATE THE INCREDIBLE STROKE CARE WE PROVIDE AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH.O ANNUAL HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER NIGHT THE ROCHESTER AMERICANS DONATED A PORTION OF TICKET SALES TO LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE TO SUPPORT ITS GOALS OF PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CARE TO PATIENTS LIVING WITH CANCER. O BIPOC PARENT MENTAL HEALTH PROJECT HOSTED A SPECTACULAR EVENT IN HONOR OF NATIONAL MINORITY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH GREATLY VALUES THE PARTNERSHIP IN SERVING THE NEEDS OF OUR COMMUNITY AND WE ARE THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INAUGURAL ROC FAMILY FEUD COMPETITION.O RRH CONTINUES ITS ALLIANCE WITH ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (RIT). THE STRATEGIC ALLIANCE OFFERS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES FOR FACULTY, STUDENTS AND HEALTH PROFESSIONALS. IT IS DEDICATED TO INNOVATION IN MEDICAL CARE, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOR THE BETTERMENT OF INDIVIDUALS IN OUR INSTITUTIONS AND THE GREATER ROCHESTER COMMUNITY. RRH AND ITS EMPLOYEES HAVE AN INCREDIBLY STRONG COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITIES THEY SERVE. IN 2024 EVENTS SPONSORED AND HELD BY RRH INCLUDE: DURING CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, RRH BROUGHT AWARENESS TO THE CAUSES, PREVENTION, AND TREATMENT OF CERVICAL CANCER AND THE PROFESSIONALS ACROSS THE SYSTEM WHO EDUCATE AND SUPPORT PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. RRH SPONSORED A SPECIAL MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. EVENT. THIS EVENT WAS OPEN TO STAFF AND THE COMMUNITY AND CONSISTED OF A KEYNOTE SPEAKER, MUSICAL GUESTS, AND SEVERAL OTHER SPEAKERS. RRH HELD A VIRTUAL STROKE SYMPOSIUM A DAY OF INSIGHT AND ENGAGING DISCUSSIONS THAT FOCUSED ON THE INTERDISCIPLINARY CLINICAL CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF STROKE AND CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASE. REGIONAL STROKE EXPERTS DISCUSSED THE LATEST ADVANCES IN THE CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF ACUTE, ISCHEMIC, AND HEMORRHAGIC STROKE, AS WELL AS OTHER CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASES, FROM INITIAL PRESENTATION TO REHABILITATION. HEART FAILURE SYMPOSIUM: SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE HOSTED AN EVENING OF PRESENTATIONS AND COMPELLING DISCUSSIONS DESIGNED FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS, INCLUDING CARDIOLOGISTS, PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS, AND OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS INTERESTED IN CARE FOR HEART FAILURE PATIENTS. THE EVENT WAS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL THOSE WHO MAY BE INTERESTED. NATIONAL CANCER PREVENTION MONTH - ACCORDING TO THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER RESEARCH, THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ESTIMATES THAT MILLIONS OF AMERICANS WILL RECEIVE A NON-MELANOMA CANCER DIAGNOSIS IN 2023 ALONE. RESEARCH ALSO SHOWS THAT MANY OF THESE CANCERS CAN BE ATTRIBUTED TO PREVENTABLE CAUSES, SUCH AS SMOKING, EXCESS BODY WEIGHT, SUN EXPOSURE, AND MORE. NATIONAL CANCER PREVENTION MONTH IS A REMINDER TO GET PREVENTATIVE SCREENINGS, EAT HEALTHILY, EXERCISE, AND MORE. AMERICAN HEART MONTH - DURING AMERICAN HEART MONTH, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AIMS TO EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON RISK FACTORS, PREVENTATIVE CARE, TREATMENT, AND MORE REGARDING HEART HEALTH. BLACK HISTORY MONTH - ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH THROUGHOUT FEBRUARY. BLACK HISTORY MONTH STARTED AS A WEEKLONG CELEBRATION IN 1926. SINCE THEN, IT HAS GROWN INTO A MONTH-LONG EVENT TO EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT AFRICAN AMERICAN CONTRIBUTIONS TO AMERICAN HISTORY. CARDIAC REHABILITATION WEEK, INITIATED BY THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CARDIOVASCULAR AND PULMONARY REHABILITATION (AACVPR), COINCIDES WITH VALENTINE'S DAY AND AMERICAN HEART MONTH TO DRAW GREATER NATIONAL ATTENTION TO HEART HEALTH. THIS YEAR'S THEME, "HEARTWORK AND DEDICATION," HONORS THE PATIENTS' FAMILIES AND HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS DEDICATED TO GIVING CARDIAC REHABILITATION PATIENTS A NEW START. EVEN THOUGH THE BILLS AREN'T PLAYING THIS WEEKEND, WE CAN STILL SNACK LIKE CHAMPIONS. RRH OFFERS UP SOME HEALTHIER VERSIONS OF A FEW GAME-DAY STAPLES FOR YOU TO NOSH ON DURING YOUR FAVORITE GAME. HEART MONTH SOCIAL SPOTLIGHTS - DID YOU KNOW THAT HEART ATTACK SIGNS CAN SHOW UP DIFFERENTLY IN WOMEN? VAPING? NO THANKS! SKIP THE VAPE AND KEEP YOUR TICKER IN TIP-TOP SHAPE. YOUR HEART DESERVES BETTER THAN THAT 'EW' FACTOR! IN HONOR OF BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH, THE TEAM AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S GOLISANO RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY & REHAB IS PARTNERING WITH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS TO COLLECT NEW BIKE AND SKATE HELMETS FOR THOSE IN NEED. ALL HELMETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF ROCHESTER R-CENTERS AND THE INJURY FREE COALITION FOR KIDS OF ROCHESTER. IN HONOR OF SOCIAL WORK MONTH, THE RRH TEAM IS COLLECTING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS OR SIMILAR TO HELP OUR SOCIAL WORKERS SUPPORT COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN NEED: DIAPERS, FORMULA, BED SHEET SETS, GIFT CARDS FOR PHARMACIES (RITE AID, CVS, WALGREENS, ETC.), GIFT CARDS FOR GROCERY STORES (WEGMANS, WALMART, TOPS, ETC.), GIFT CARDS FOR TRANSPORTATION (UBER, LYFT), OTHER NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS, FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS AND BABY MONITORS. RRH CELEBRATED WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH AND THE "WOMEN WHO ADVOCATE FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION." EVENTS WERE HELD TO RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE BOTH ANTONIA NOVELLO, MD, WHO WAS BOTH THE FIRST WOMAN AND THE FIRST HISPANIC TO SERVE AS U.S. SURGEON GENERAL IN 1990; AND SUSIE WALKING BEAR YELLOWTAIL'S CONTRIBUTIONS TO HISTORY AND HEALTHCARE. SUSIE WALKING BEAR YELLOWTAIL, RN, WAS THE FIRST NATIVE AMERICAN REGISTERED NURSE. SHE WAS ALSO THE FIRST NATIVE AMERICAN NURSE POSTHUMOUSLY INDUCTED INTO THE AMERICAN NURSING ASSOCIATION'S HALL OF FAME. THE INDIA HERITAGE MUSEUM AT THE VINOD AND VINAY LUTHRA INDIA HERITAGE CENTER PROUDLY PRESENTS HOLISTIC HARMONY NURTURING HEALTH AND LONGEVITY. TWO COMPLEMENTARY EXHIBITS WILL BE SHOWCASED: PLANT-BASED LIVING AND THE YOGA OF B.K.S. IYENGAR. THE EVENT ALSO INCLUDES A PANEL DISCUSSION FEATURING TWO ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH PHYSICIANS. ADMISSION IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. PARTICIPANTS LEARNED ABOUT HEALTHY PLANT-BASED EATING AND IYENGAR YOGA THROUGH VIBRANT AND INFORMATIVE DISPLAYS, TALKS, DEMONSTRATIONS, AND CLASSES. RRH'S CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER PARTICIPATED IN A PRE-RACE TALK IN CONJUNCTION WITH FLEET FEET ROCHESTER. THIS FREE EVENT PROVIDED INSIGHTS ABOUT HOW TO TRAIN FOR A HALF MARATHON, UNDERSTANDING THE INS AND OUTS OF NUTRITION AS WELL AS KEY POINTS ON MOBILITY, STRETCHING, HYDRATION, AND MORE.
PART I, LINE 7E (CON'T): VARIOUS RRH PROVIDERS PARTICIPATED IN MEDICINE MINIS FROM "THE TINY TRAILBLAZER," A SERIES OF ENGAGING BRIEF INTERVIEWS BY A VIBRANT YOUNG INTERVIEWER PASSIONATE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY AND HEALTHCARE. THESE INTERVIEWS SHARED INSIGHTS INTO THEIR PROVIDER ROLES, EXPERTISE, AND EXCITING EXPERIENCES. SESSIONS FEATURES INCLUDED: A FOCUS ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF MAINTAINING A HEALTHY HEART; UNDERSTANDING URGENT CARE AND EXPLORING THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN URGENT CARE, THE HOSPITAL AND MORE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATED NATIONAL MINORITY HEALTH MONTH UNDER THE THEME OF "BE THE SOURCE FOR BETTER HEALTH: IMPROVING HEALTH OUTCOMES THROUGH OUR CULTURES, COMMUNITIES, AND CONNECTIONS," HELPS US UNDERSTAND HOW THE UNIQUE ENVIRONMENTS, CULTURES, HISTORIES, AND CIRCUMSTANCES OF SOCIAL DETRIMENTS OF HEALTH (SDOH), RACIAL, AND ETHNIC MINORITIES IMPACT OVERALL HEALTH. THROUGHOUT THE MONTH RRH LEANED INTO OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & JUSTICE BY BUILDING AWARENESS AROUND HEALTH DISPARITIES THAT PERSIST AMONG RACIAL AND ETHNIC MINORITY GROUPS AND ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO TAKE ACTION TO END THESE INEQUITIES. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FROM THE UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN (UPREP) FOR THIS YEAR'S MEN IN HEALTHCARE EVENT. THE TWO-DAY EVENT ALLOWED STUDENTS FROM UPREP TO GET HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE, INCLUDING LEARNING CPR. THE EVENT, ORGANIZED BY OUR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION TEAM, ALLOWED STUDENTS TO HEAR FROM INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS IN NURSING, RESEARCH, AND MORE AND HIGHLIGHTED POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN HEALTHCARE. RRH WAS ONCE AGAIN A KEY CONTRIBUTOR AND SPONSOR OF THE IMAGINE RIT: CREATIVITY & INNOVATION FESTIVAL. THIS EVENT FEATURED 350+ EXHIBITS AND 2,200+ EXHIBITORS. VISITORS OF ALL AGES EXPERIENCED INTERACTIVE PRESENTATIONS, HANDS-ON DEMONSTRATIONS, EXHIBITIONS, PERFORMING ARTS, AND RESEARCH PROJECTS. THE RRH EXHIBIT INCLUDED THERAPY DOGS, LED BY ROCDOG; CPR INSTRUCTION, AND MORE IN CELEBRATION OF EARTH DAY 2024, RRH SPONSORED SPECIAL ACTIVITIES ACROSS ITS LOCATIONS, INCLUDING TREE SAPLING GIVEAWAYS AT EACH OF THE HOSPITALS AND AN E-WASTE DROP-OFF. BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH WEEK EVENT HOSTED BY MEMBERS FROM OUR WOMEN'S HEALTH TEAM RAISED AWARENESS OF BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH AND IMPROVE BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH OUTCOMES. THE EVENT BROUGHT WOMEN'S HEALTH PROFESSIONALS FROM THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER TO DISCUSS THE CRUCIAL TOPIC AND LEARN FROM REAL-LIFE BIRTHING SCENARIOS. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE 2024 ROCHESTER HEART WALK & RUN. HEART DISEASE AND STROKE AFFECT PEOPLE IN PERSONAL AND LIFE-CHANGING WAYS, BUT COLLABORATION FROM DEDICATED RESEARCHERS AND VOLUNTEERS HAS RESULTED IN SIGNIFICANT MEDICAL ADVANCEMENTS OVER 100 YEARS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH DERMATOLOGY AND MOHS SURGERY HOSTED A FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENING EVENT IN MAY. THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND NO INSURANCE IS NECESSARY. RRH EXTENDED CARE AND GERIATRICS TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR AT GREECE RIDGE MALL. THE FREE EVENT FEATURED INFORMATION ON SENIOR HEALTH SERVICES, FREE SCREENINGS, AND MORE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED A HEALTHCARE CAREER EVENT FOR LOCAL 7TH AND 8TH-GRADE STUDENTS FROM THE YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL IN ROCHESTER IN MAY AT THE WOMEN IN HEALTHCARE EVENT. THIS EVENT EXPLORED THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN, ESPECIALLY WOMEN OF COLOR, IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. STUDENTS HEARD FROM PROFESSIONALS CURRENTLY WORKING IN NURSING, ADMINISTRATION, COMMUNICATIONS, AND RECRUITING, WHO SHARED THEIR INSIGHTS, EXPERIENCES, AND CAREER TRAJECTORIES. THE YOUNG WOMEN ALSO EXPERIENCED HANDS-ON LEARNING IN HEALTH-RELATED WORKSHOPS AND LEARNED ABOUT THE DIVERSE OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. THE EVENT WAS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO INTRODUCE YOUNG WOMEN TO THE VARIOUS HEALTHCARE CAREERS AVAILABLE AND IS A PRIME EXAMPLE OF HOW OUR TEAM MEMBERS ARE ROOTED IN COMMUNITY. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE COMMUNITY RESOURCE EVENT HOSTED BY ACTION FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY IN MAY 2024. THIS COMMUNITY EVENT INCLUDED LIVE PERFORMANCES, FREE FOOD, RAFFLES, HEALTH SCREENINGS, AND FUN FOR FAMILIES. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PROVIDED BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS, CAREER INFORMATION, AND MORE. RRH PROVIDES CARE WITH PRIDE. RRH SPONSORED PRIDE PARADES AND FESTIVALS IN EACH OF THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH THEY SERVE. RRH TEAMED UP WITH THE CITY OF ROCHESTER TO DISTRIBUTE OVER 100 HELMETS FOR KIDS LEARNING TO BIKE AND SKATE AT CITY R-CENTERS! THANKS TO THE INCREDIBLE TEAM MEMBERS AT THE GOLISANO RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY & REHABILITATION CENTER AND THE MANY LOCAL BUSINESSES WE MADE SOME GREAT STRIDES IN PREVENTING BRAIN INJURY AND HELPING OUR AREA'S CHILDREN TO LEARN HOW TO BIKE AND SKATE IN A SAFE WAY. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED A TABLE AT THE 30TH ANNUAL SENIORAMA HEALTH & INFORMATION FAIR IN JULY AT THE AKWESASNE MOHAWK CASINO RESORT BINGO PALACE. OVER 100 SENIORS FROM SURROUNDING COUNTIES ATTENDED THE EVENT. RRH HOSTED THE MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK KICK-OFF BREAKFAST IN AUGUST. EDUCATIONAL BREASTFEEDING EVENT - ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HELD AN INFORMATIONAL EVENT DURING NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH IN COLLABORATION WITH HEALTHY MOMS AND HEALTHY STEPS, THIS EVENT TAILORED TO BREASTFEEDING MOMS OF INFANTS TO SIX-MONTH-OLDS WILL FEATURE A WELCOME BREAKFAST, THREE SHORT BREAK-OUT SESSIONS, AND CONCLUDE WITH RAFFLES AND GIVEAWAYS. THE RRH CHRONIC DISEASE SELF-MANAGEMENT PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR ADULTS DEALING WITH CANCER, HEART DISEASE, STROKE, DIABETES, ARTHRITIS, OR ANY CHRONIC CONDITION. THIS PROGRAM WELCOMES INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS, OFFERING SUPPORT, EMPOWERMENT, AND PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE. THE HOSTED EVENT HELPS THOSE DEALING WITH THESE CONDITIONS TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS FACING SIMILAR CHALLENGES. PARTICIPANTS LEARNED HOW TO: ENGAGE IN BREATHING AND DISTRACTION TECHNIQUES; IMPROVE COMMUNICATION WITH HEALTHCARE TEAMS; SET GOALS THROUGH ACTIONABLE PLANS; UNDERSTAND THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF FOOD; ESTABLISH CONNECTIONS WITH YOUR PEERS; INCREASE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY; RECOGNIZE WARNING SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS; AND CHOOSE HEALTHIER FOOD ALTERNATIVES. RRH SUPPORTED THE 10TH ANNUAL ROCOVERY FITNESS RUN/WALK AND X-CHALLENGE. ROCOVERY FITNESS IS A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY OF PHYSICALLY ACTIVE INDIVIDUALS BROUGHT TOGETHER BY SOBER LIVING, COMMITTED TO CREATING AN ENVIRONMENT OF HEALING AND RECOVERY. THEIR SERVICES COMPLEMENT THE SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH THE RRH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT PROGRAMS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE POTSDAM SNACK PACK PROGRAM BACK-TO-SCHOOL FAIR HELD IN AUGUST AT THE POTSDAM HIGH SCHOOL. TEAM MEMBERS WERE ON HAND TO PASS OUT BRANDED ITEMS AND SHARE HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION WITH CHILDREN AND PARENTS. SEPTEMBER IS DEAF AWARENESS MONTH. DURING THIS MONTH RRH HOSTED EVENTS TO HIGHLIGHT THE CULTURE RICH IN HISTORY, CUSTOMS, AND LANGUAGE. THIS MONTH ALLOWED RRH TO HIGHLIGHT HOW D/DEAF COMMUNITIES WORLDWIDE COME TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE, AND BRING AWARENESS OF DEAF-RELATED ISSUES, THEIR CULTURE, AND LANGUAGE UNIQUE TO D/DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING PEOPLE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATED NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH BY RECOGNIZING THE HERITAGE, HISTORY, TRADITIONS, AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY OF HISPANIC AND LATINX AMERICANS WHOSE HERITAGE IS ROOTED IN SO MANY COUNTRIES. EVENTS INCLUDED A DISPLAY CASE IN THE RIEDMAN TRAINING CENTER; THE SHARING OF HISPANIC/LATINX (CULTURAL) RECIPES; AND BY HOSTING A HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH EVENT IN OCTOBER. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD PRESENTING SPONSOR OF THE 2024 MAKING STRIDES OF ROCHESTER WALK IN OCTOBER. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TEAM SPONSORED THE AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK IN OCTOBER. THIS EVENT SUPPORTS EFFORTS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST SUICIDE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD ELITE SPONSOR OF THE 23RD ANNUAL GOUVERNEUR BREAST & OVARIAN CANCER WALK. ST. LAWRENCE HAS BEEN AN INTEGRAL SPONSOR OF THIS HIGHLY ATTENDED AND IMPORTANT REGIONAL EVENT FOR SEVERAL YEARS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE SEAWAY VALLEY PREVENTION COUNCIL'S RIVER RUN IN OGDENSBURG. SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH, AND A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TEAM WAS THERE TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT RECOVERY IN ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY.
PART I, LINE 7E (CON'T): ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN ASSEMBLYMAN JOSH JENSEN'S FAMILY HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR IN SEPTEMBER. THIS FREE COMMUNITY EVENT PROVIDED HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION AND SERVICES INCLUDING BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS, CAREER INFORMATION, AND MORE. RRH WAS PROUD TO HONOR THE LEGACY OF GARY SMITH, THE HEART BEHIND THE PIRATE TOY FUND. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HIS FAMILY, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S HOSPICE TEAM COLLECTED TOYS TO CONTINUE GARY'S MISSION OF SPREADING JOY TO CHILDREN IN THE GREATER ROCHESTER COMMUNITY. AS PART OF LUNG CANCER AWARENESS MONTH IN NOVEMBER, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH SHED LIGHT ON THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DETECTION. OUR LUNG CANCER SCREENING PROGRAM OFFERS QUICK, NON-INVASIVE SCANS AT NO OUT-OF-POCKET COST TO THOSE ELIGIBLE. IN HONOR OF NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, THE CENTER FOR DIVERSITY, HEALTH EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND JUSTICE HOSTED AN IN-PERSON WITNESS TO INJUSTICE PROGRAM IN COLLABORATION WITH NEIGHBORS OF THE ONONDAGA NATION IN NOVEMBER. HEALTHY MOMS HELD THEIR ANNUAL FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR. THE FAIR IS A FREE COMMUNITY EVENT THAT PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILIES TO CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY RESOURCES, GET SCHOOL SUPPLIES, AND ENTER RAFFLES FOR FREE GIVEAWAYS. NEARLY 500 BACKPACKS WERE FILLED WITH DONATIONS FROM THE COMMUNITY AND THROUGHOUT THE SYSTEM. RRH HOSTED "WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS" IN CONJUNCTION WITH A LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTER. TOPICS DURING THE 2024 SESSIONS INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING:O INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE, WELLNESS & PAIN MANAGEMENTO LIVE TO 100 : SECRETS OF THE BLUE ZONESO PELVIC HEALTHO INDIAN CUISINE WITH LIFESTYLE MEDICINE PROVIDERO EXPERT OPTOMETRIST & DIABETIC RETINOPATHY O EXPERT OPTOMETRIST & CATARACTS & PBWF POT-LUCKO KNEE PAIN & WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWO HARMONY WITHIN: EXPLORING THE WONDERS OF OUR GUT MICROBIOME & MONTHLY PBWF POT-LUCKO TMJ & HEADACHESO FINDING JOY AS WE AGEO YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT: A TWIN EXPERIMENTO HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CAREO EXPERIENCE WITH MEDICAL MISSIONSO USING WELLNESS GUIDELINES TO BUILD STRENGTH AND REMAIN INDEPENDENTO PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND ITS ROLE IN PREVENTING/MANAGING CHRONIC DISEASEO AN UPDATED LOOK AT MENOPAUSAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS & PLANT-BASED POTLUCKO STROKE AWARENESSO TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR BREAST HEALTHO GENETICS AND ONCOLOGYO ANTIOXIDANT SMOOTHIE DEMONSTRATION & MONTHLY PBWF POT-LUCKO CORE STRENGTH, ACTIVATION, AND BACK PAINO PROSTATE CANCER: PREVENTION, SCREENING, TREATMENT & MOREO ANTI-INFLAMMATORY IMMUNE SHOTS + HEALING SOUP + PBWF POT-LUCKO GERD - CAUSES, TREATMENTS AND OBESITYYOUTH APPRENTICE PROGRAM (SCHOOL-TO-WORK)THE ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HAVE PARTNERED TOGETHER WITH A VISION TO GIVE HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN THE ROCHESTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT THE OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN "REAL-LIFE" EXPERIENCES IN HEALTHCARE. STUDENTS GAIN ACCESS TO THE DIFFERENT POSITIONS WITHIN A HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATION, AND BECOME CERTIFIED BY NEW YORK STATE THAT THEY HAVE HAD YOUTH EMPLOYMENT COMPETENCY TRAINING WHEN THEY EARN THEIR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA. IN THE PAST 10+ YEARS, 100% OF STUDENTS WENT THROUGH THIS PROGRAM HAVE GRADUATED HIGH SCHOOL. UPON GRADUATION AND COMPLETION OF THE PROGRAM, PARTICIPANTS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR ENTRY LEVEL POSITIONS AS A PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN, PEDIATRIC TECHNICIAN, MATERIAL RECORD ASSISTANT, RESPIRATORY CARE AIDE, AND A TRANSPORTER AND LAB ASSISTANT. RIT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH ALLIANCEROCHESTER REGIONAL PARTNERS WITH ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (RIT) ON MANY INITIATIVES INCLUDING BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH, HEALTHCARE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY, AND OTHER SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES WITHIN THE ROCHESTER COMMUNITY. ROCHESTER REGIONAL PROVIDES REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS WHO WILL EXPAND THE CARE WE PROVIDE TO OUR COMMUNITIES. TO LEARN MORE VISIT THE RIT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH ALLIANCE WEBSITE. URBAN RENEWAL EDUCATION EXPANSION RRH HAS COMPLETED WORK ON ONE OF ITS MOST AMBITIOUS URBAN RENEWAL PROJECTS TO DATE - THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE LONG-ABANDONED MACY'S BUILDING IN THE FORMER MEDLEY CENTER IN IRONDEQUOIT. RENOVATIONS RESULTED IN A NEW, EXPANDED SPACE FOR THE ISABELLA GRAHAM HART SCHOOL OF PRACTICAL NURSING AND THE RGH COLLEGE OF HEALTH CAREERS. THIS EXPANSION REPRESENTS NOT ONLY OUR COMMITMENT TO THE ADVANCEMENT OF NURSING EDUCATION BUT ALSO OUR LEADERSHIP IN SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH URBAN RENEWAL. RRH TOOK THE LONG-ABANDONED BUILDING AND CREATED A LEADING-CLASS INSTITUTION OF HIGHER LEARNING FOR NURSES AND HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS OF THE FUTURE. NURSES OF EVERY DISCIPLINE AND DEGREE LEVEL ARE IN HIGH DEMAND. RRH IS COMMITTED TO ENSURING A CLEAR, NAVIGABLE PATH TO TRAINING AND EDUCATION ACROSS THE NURSING EDUCATION SPECTRUM, BEGINNING WITH THE LPN PROGRAM AND CONTINUING THROUGH OUR NEW REGISTERED NURSE (RN) PROGRAM. ROC2025 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HAS ENTERED INTO A PLEDGE AGREEMENT WITH ROC2025 TO CONTRIBUTE $100,000 FOR EACH OF THE NEXT FIVE YEARS. ROC2025 IS AN INNOVATIVE ALLIANCE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS DEDICATED TO MAKING GREATER ROCHESTER, NEW YORK ONE OF THE MOST DYNAMIC AND RAPIDLY GROWING REGIONAL ECONOMIES IN THE U.S. IT IS THE MISSION OF ROC2025 TO CREATE NEW JOBS, INCREASE REGIONAL WEALTH, RAISE REGIONAL GDP AND ENHANCE OPPORTUNITY. ROC2025 INVESTS IN A WORLD-CLASS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECOSYSTEM WHERE INCUMBENT BUSINESSES ARE THRIVING, NEW FIRMS ARE LOCATING, AND THE WORLD'S BEST TALENT IS CHOOSING TO LIVE. THROUGH ROC2025, WE'RE DEDICATING SIGNIFICANTLY MORE RESOURCES TO GROWTH. ENHANCING THE REACH AND IMPACT OF CURRENT EFFORTS, FURTHERING OUR WORK TO EXPAND THE REGIONAL ECONOMY, AND COMPETING MORE EFFECTIVELY FOR JOBS AND INVESTMENT.ROCCOVID ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH JOINED MONROE COUNTY, THE CITY OF ROCHESTER, UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER MEDICAL CENTER AND COMMON GROUND HEALTH TO HELP LAUNCH ROC COVID, A NEW ONLINE HEALTH SCREENING SURVEY TOOL TO HELP PREVENT FURTHER SPREAD OF THE VIRUS THROUGHOUT THE GREATER ROCHESTER AND FINGER LAKES REGION. DATA COLLECTED BY ROCCOVID.ORG WILL ALSO INCREASE UNDERSTANDING OF THE VIRUS, MEASURE EFFORTS TO SLOW ITS PROGRESSION, AND HELP DETERMINE WHERE TO FOCUS TESTING OR ADJUST STAY-AT-HOME AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS. SCIENTISTS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY STAFF FROM RRH AND URMC HELPED DEVELOP THE ONLINE SURVEY, WHICH CONSISTS OF A FEW QUESTIONS THAT RESIDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ANSWER DAILY, EVEN WHEN THEY ARE EXPERIENCING NO SYMPTOMS. SPONSORSHIPS ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, AS A SYSTEM, INCLUDING ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL, IS COMMITTED TO GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY BY SUPPORTING THE MANY ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE ALREADY WORKING SO HARD TO IMPROVE COMMUNITY HEALTH. AS SUCH, WE PROVIDE RESOURCES TO LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS INCLUDING THE ACTION FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY, ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, TRILLIUM HEALTH, INC., JORDAN HEALTH FOUNDATION, PARTNERS IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, FINGER LAKES HEALTH SYSTEMS AGENCY, THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION, CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY AT GILDA'S CLUB ROCHESTER, INTERVOL, FRIENDS OF CONSTELLATION BRANDS, PUERTO RICAN FESTIVAL, INC., MERCY FLIGHT, ST. ANN'S FOUNDATION, INC., BATAVIA AIRSHOW FOUNDATION, INC., AND MANY OTHERS.
PART II, COMMUNITY BUILDING ACTIVITIES: AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, WE UNDERSTAND THAT THE HEALTH OF OUR COMMUNITY, ENVIRONMENT, AND FINANCES ARE ALL INTERTWINED. WE'RE MANAGING ALL OF OUR RESOURCES TO REDUCE OUR OVERALL ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT AND LEAD SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS IN THE NORTHEAST. HOSPITALS CAN USE MORE THAN DOUBLE THE AMOUNT OF ENERGY AS COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS AND ON AVERAGE GENERATE MORE THAN THIRTY-THREE POUNDS OF WASTE PER PATIENT PER DAY WE'RE MAKING ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH THE EXCEPTION.OUR SUSTAINABILITY DEPARTMENT IS DEDICATED TO HELPING IMPROVE THE HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE, ENSURE A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT, AND LOWER HEALTHCARE COSTS. WE'RE REDUCING WASTE, ELIMINATING TOXINS, AND CREATING A MORE SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY NOW AND FOR THE FUTURE. A FEW OF THE MANY SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS AN INITIATIVES UNDERWAY AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH INCLUDE:SHARP CONTAINER RECYCLING THIS PROGRAM WAS ESTABLISHED TO RECYCLE SHARP CONTAINERS RATHER THAN SEND THEM TO THE LANDFILL. THIS PREVENTS LANDFILLS FROM FILLING AS QUICKLY. ADDITIONALLY IT REDUCES THE AMOUNT OF HARMFUL GASES PRODUCED AND RELEASED INTO THE ATMOSPHERE, IMPROVING OVERALL HEALTH OF SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES. REPROCESSING OF SINGLE USE DEVICES - A PROGRAM SET UP TO MINIMIZE THE AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED IN OUR OPERATING ROOMS. SINGLE USE DEVICES WHICH WOULD TYPICALLY BE THROWN AWAY AFTER A SINGLE USE ARE SENT TO A FACILITY IN WHICH THEY ARE CLEANED AND REPACKAGED TO BE USED IN OR'S ONCE AGAIN. THE PROGRAM IS SAFE AND EFFECTIVE AT REDUCING WASTE. THE BENEFITS INCLUDE POTENTIALLY SUBSIDIZED HOSPITAL COSTS (AS REPROCESSED DEVICES ARE LESS EXPENSIVE TO BUY THAN NEW DEVICES) AS WELL AS REDUCED LANDFILL USAGE AND RESULTING POLLUTION.RECYCLING - RECYCLING REDUCES WASTE AND INCREASES AVAILABLE RESOURCES FOR CURRENT GENERATIONS WHILE ALSO EXTENDING THE AMOUNT OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS. DURING 2024, RRH, THROUGH ITS RECYCLING EFFORTS REDUCE WASTE IN LANDFILLS BY ALMOST 1.45 MILLION POUNDS.SOLAR ENERGY IN 2021, RRH LAUNCHED NEW COMMUNITY SOLAR PROGRAM. WITH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THIS PROGRAM, RRH HAS TAKEN A SIGNIFICANT STEP TOWARD SOURCING ALL ELECTRICITY THROUGH RENEWABLE SOURCES BY 2025. THE HEALTH SYSTEM IS COMBINING COMMUNITY SOLAR WITH OUR OWN ON-SITE SOLAR, ENERGY EFFICIENCY MEASURES AND OTHER INITIATIVES TO REDUCE OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT. THE ABILITY TO COMPLEMENT RRH'S ON-SITE SOLAR WITH A COMMUNITY SOLAR AGREEMENT GIVES US THE OPPORTUNITY TO OFFSET ENERGY USAGE AT OUR MANY SITES ACROSS THE REGION, WHILE ALSO PROVIDING A GREEN ENERGY OPTION FOR OUR NEIGHBORS. THREE COMMUNITY SOLAR FARMS IN SPENCERPORT WILL PROVIDE SOLAR CREDITS TO ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL, UNITY HOSPITAL AND ST. MARY'S CAMPUS. A COMMUNITY SOLAR FARM IN LOCKPORT WILL PROVIDE SOLAR CREDITS TO UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, AND A COMMUNITY SOLAR FARM IN GHENT WILL PROVIDE SOLAR CREDITS TO CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL & CLINIC AND NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL. DURING 2024 NEARLY 11.1M KWH WERE PROVIDED BY SOLAR SOURCES.
PART III, LINE 4: IN 2024, THE ORGANIZATION CONTINUED ITS ENHANCED PROCESS FOR OBTAINING ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR UNINSURED AND UNDER-INSURED PATIENTS WHO HAVE NOT SUPPLIED THE REQUISITE INFORMATION TO DETERMINE IF THEY QUALIFY FOR CHARITY CARE. THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OBTAINED WAS USED BY THE ORGANIZATION TO DETERMINE WHETHER TO QUALIFY PATIENTS FOR CHARITY CARE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ORGANIZATION'S POLICY. THE APPLICATION OF THIS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IN 2024 RESULTED IN ADDITIONAL PATIENTS QUALIFYING FOR CHARITY CARE AND THUS RE-CLASSIFYING THIS AMOUNT FROM BAD DEBT EXPENSE. BAD DEBT EXPENSE ON PART III, LINE 2 REPRESENTS ESTIMATED UNCOLLECTIBLE CHARGES FOR THOSE PATIENTS UNWILLING, NOT UNABLE, TO PAY.BAD DEBT COSTING METHODOLOGY:THE PROVISION FOR BAD DEBTS IS BASED UPON MANAGEMENT'S ASSESSMENT OF HISTORICAL AND EXPECTED NET COLLECTIONS CONSIDERING HISTORICAL BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC CONDITIONS, TRENDS IN HEALTH CARE COVERAGE, AND OTHER COLLECTION INDICATORS. PERIODICALLY THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, MANAGEMENT ASSESSES THE ADEQUACY OF THE ALLOWANCE FOR DOUBTFUL ACCOUNTS BASED UPON HISTORICAL WRITE-OFF EXPERIENCE BY PAYOR CATEGORY. THE RESULTS OF THIS REVIEW ARE THEN USED TO MAKE ANY MODIFICATIONS TO THE PROVISION FOR BAD DEBTS TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE ALLOWANCE FOR UNCOLLECTIBLE RECEIVABLES. AFTER SATISFACTION OF AMOUNTS DUE FROM INSURANCE, THE HOSPITAL FOLLOWS ESTABLISHED GUIDELINES FOR PLACING CERTAIN PAST DUE PATIENT BALANCES WITH COLLECTION AGENCIES, SUBJECT TO THE TERMS OF CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS ON COLLECTION EFFORTS AS DETERMINED BY THE HOSPITAL. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ARE WRITTEN OFF AFTER COLLECTION EFFORTS HAVE BEEN FOLLOWED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HOSPITAL'S POLICIES.BAD DEBT EXPENSE IS RECORDED USING THE VALUATION METHOD AS OUTLINED IN HEALTHCARE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (HFMA) STATEMENT 15, WHICH REQUIRES BAD DEBT EXPENSE TO BE RECORDED AT THE AMOUNT THAT THE PAYER IS EXPECTED TO PAY. THE PROVISION FOR BAD DEBTS REPRESENTS ESTIMATED UNCOLLECTIBLE CHARGES OF PATIENTS UNWILLING TO PAY. IN 2024, THE ORGANIZATION CONTINUED ITS ENHANCED PROCESS FOR OBTAINING ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR UNINSURED AND UNDERINSURED PATIENTS WHO HAVE NOT SUPPLIED THE REQUISITE INFORMATION TO DETERMINE IF THEY QUALIFY FOR CHARITY CARE. THE APPLICATION OF THIS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IN 2024 RESULTED IN ADDITIONAL PATIENTS QUALIFYING FOR CHARITY CARE AND A REDUCTION TO BAD DEBT EXPENSE.
PART III, LINE 8: MEDICARE COSTING METHODOLOGY: THE ORGANIZATION USED THE FILED 2024 CMS COST REPORT TO DETERMINE THE MEDICARE ALLOWABLE COSTS OF CARE RELATING TO PAYMENTS RECEIVED FROM MEDICARE. MEDICARE SHORTFALLS, WHICH ARE COSTS INCURRED BY THE HOSPITAL TO PROVIDE QUALITY CARE AND TREATMENT TO ITS PATIENTS, SHOULD BE TREATED AS A COMMUNITY BENEFIT. TO NOT INCUR THESE COSTS WOULD POTENTIALLY LIMIT OR EVEN COMPROMISE THE QUALITY OF SERVICE PROVIDED.
PART III, LINE 9B: ALL PATIENTS WILL BE OFFERED THE OPPORTUNITY TO APPLY FOR CHARITY CARE. AT SEVERAL POINTS WITHIN THE HEALTH SYSTEM AND WEBSITE, THE FINANCIAL AID A/K/A CHARITY CARE PROGRAM WILL BE VISIBLE, OFFERED, EXPLAINED AND ASSISTED WITH APPLYING FOR THE PROGRAM. ONCE THE PATIENT SUBMITS THE COMPLETED CHARITY CARE APPLICATION, THE ACCOUNT IS PLACED ON HOLD AND ALL COLLECTION ACTIVITIES ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL AN ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION IS MADE. IF THE PATIENT IS ELIGIBLE FOR CHARITY CARE, THE PATIENT IS THEN NOTIFIED OF THE LEVEL OF CHARITY CARE THAT HAS BEEN AWARDED. IF THE PATIENT QUALIFIES FOR 100% CHARITY CARE, THE DISCOUNT IS AWARDED AND ADDITIONAL BILLS ARE NO LONGER SENT TO THE PATIENT AS THE PENDING BILLS WILL BE ADJUSTED OFF. IF THE PATIENT QUALIFIES FOR LESS THAN 100% CHARITY CARE, THAN THE PATIENT WILL RECEIVE A BILL PURSUANT TO THE PRIVATE PAY COLLECTION POLICY FOR ONLY THE REMAINING BALANCE OWED AFTER THE CHARITY CARE PORTION HAS BEEN ADJUSTED. ONCE A COMPLETED APPLICATION IS RECEIVED, THE PATIENT WILL BE NOTIFIED OF APPROVAL DETERMINATION WITHIN 30 DAYS. THE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE COUNSELOR WILL, UPON APPROVING A PATIENT FOR A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DISCOUNT, INCLUDE ANY AND ALL COVERED SERVICE ACCOUNTS WITH OPEN BALANCES UP TO 240 DAYS BACK FROM THE DATE THE PATIENT COMPLETED THE APPLICATION AND UP TO 12 MONTHS FORWARD. ONLY AFTER PATIENT'S LIABILITY HAS BEEN DETERMINED FOLLOWING PROCESSING OF APPLICATIONS FOR GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE, CHARITY CARE, AND/OR INSURANCE CARRIER REMITTANCE WILL THE PATIENT STATEMENT BE MAILED FOR PAYMENT RECOVERY. PATIENTS ARE ALSO GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO ESTABLISH AN AFFORDABLE PAYMENT PLAN EITHER DIRECTLY ON THEIR OWN THROUGH THE SYSTEM PORTAL OR THROUGH THE CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT. EVERY AVAILABLE OPTION WILL BE UTILIZED TO ASSIST PATIENTS WHO ARE IN FINANCIAL NEED. THE HOSPITAL'S COLLECTION PRACTICES SET FORTH IN ITS WRITTEN DEBT COLLECTION POLICY APPLY TO ALL PATIENT TYPES OF THE HOSPITAL. RRH AND ANY EXTERNAL AGENCY REPRESENTING RRH WILL NOT ENGAGE IN EXTRAORDINARY COLLECTION ACTIONS SUCH AS LAWSUITS, LIENS ON RESIDENCES OR PROPERTY, GARNISHMENT OF WAGES, ADVERSE CREDIT REPORTING, APPLYING INTEREST TO DEBT, OR OTHER EXTRAORDINARY COLLECTION PRACTICES. AT NO TIME WILL THE PATIENT'S FINANCIAL SITUATION BECOME A BARRIER TO THEIR CARE.
PART VI, LINE 2: DURING 2022, A COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT (CHNA) WAS CONDUCTED JOINTLY BY THE HOSPITALS SERVING MONROE COUNTY, NY IN COLLABORATION WITH MONROE COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT WORKGROUP AND MONROE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (MCDPH). ALSO INSTRUMENTAL IN THE COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROCESS ARE SEVERAL PARTNERS INCLUDING THE LOCAL DSRIP ORGANIZATION FINGER LAKES PERFORMING PROVIDER SYSTEM (FLPPS), COMMON GROUND HEALTH (OUR LOCAL POPULATION HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (PHIP) AND MONROE COUNTY OFFICE OF MENTAL HEALTH (MCOMH). ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH (THE PARENT OF ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL) AND THE FOLLOWING OTHER HOSPITALS OF MONROE COUNTY ARE PARTNERS IN HELPING TO IDENTIFY UNMET AND EMERGING HEALTH CARE NEEDS IN THE MONROE COUNTY COMMUNITY:1) UNITY HOSPITAL2) STRONG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL3) HIGHLAND HOSPITALTHE COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT WORKGROUP (CHIW) IS THE OVERSIGHT BODY FOR THE ASSESSMENT PROCESS AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHNA REPORT. THE CHIW IS MADE UP OF REPRESENTATIVES FROM EACH HOSPITAL AS WELL AS PUBLIC HEALTH EXPERTS FROM THE MCDPH AND COMMUNITY MEMBER EXPERTS FROM FLPPS, PHIP AND MCOMH. IN ADDITION TO THE CHIW, SEVERAL OTHER ORGANIZATIONS COLLABORATED IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CHNA. THESE ORGANIZATIONS AND PROGRAMS INCLUDE: AFRICAN AMERICAN HEALTH COALITION; LATINO HEALTH COALITION; MATERNAL CHILD HEALTH ADVISORY GROUP; MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH; AND THE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COUNCIL. ADDITIONALLY, IN 2018 COMMON GROUND HEALTH CONDUCTED A REGIONAL "MY HEALTH STORY" SURVEY OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HEALTH BEHAVIORS AND BARRIERS TO HEALTHY LIVES. WITH PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO GATHERING INPUT FROM A DIVERSE GROUP OF PARTICIPANTS, OVER 4,000 PEOPLE WERE SURVEYED. THE SURVEY ASKS ABOUT A WIDE RANGE OF TOPICS FROM ACCESS TO MEDICAL AND DENTAL CARE TO PERCEPTIONS OF PERSONAL SAFETY AND SATISFACTION WITH WORK. DATA WERE COLLECTED FROM A VARIETY OF SOURCES TO COMPLETE THIS NEEDS ASSESSMENT. SOURCES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE US CENSUS BUREAU AMERICAN COMMUNITY SURVEY, NEW YORK STATE EXPANDED BEHAVIORAL RISK FACTOR SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM, CDC PLACES, 211/LIFE LINE, MY HEALTH STORY, AND COUNTY HEALTH RANKINGS. PARTICULAR ATTENTION WAS GIVEN TO THE NEW YORK STATE PREVENTION AGENDA DASHBOARDS. DATA WERE COLLECTED FOR THE MOST RECENT TIMEFRAME AVAILABLE DURING THE DATA COLLECTION PHASE WHICH TOOK PLACE IN WINTER 2021/SPRING 2022. DATA SOURCES ARE REFERENCED THROUGHOUT THE CHNA AND CHIP.THE CHIW FOLLOWED THE AHA ACHI COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROCESS MODEL IN CONDUCTING THE CHNA AND CHIP. IN RANKING THE MANY HEALTH NEEDS OF MONROE COUNTY, THE CHIW MEMBERS DEVELOPED CRITERIA FOR PRIORITIZATION PRIOR TO REVIEWING DATA. THOSE TOP CRITERIA ARE: SIGNIFICANT NEED SUBSTANTIATED BY DATA ABILITY TO INTERVENE AHEAD OF A PROBLEM IMPORTANCE OF THE PROBLEM TO THE COMMUNITY IMPORTANCE OF THE PROBLEM TO THE COMMUNITY IN LIGHT OF THE PANDEMIC SOLUTIONS THAT ADDRESS THE FULL AGE SPECTRUM OF THE COMMUNITY FEASIBILITY OF SOLUTIONS AFTER A THOROUGH EXAMINATION OF MANY DIVERSE DATA SOURCES, AND AFTER MULTIPLE DISCUSSIONS AMONG THE CHIW MEMBERS, THERE WAS A STRONG INCLINATION TO NOT CHANGE THE PRIORITY AREAS FROM THE 2019-2021 COMMUNITY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN. IT WAS AGREED THAT MONROE COUNTY HAS MADE SIGNIFICANT PROGRESS ON ESTABLISHING THE INFRASTRUCTURE TO SUPPORT INITIATIVES IN THE AREAS OF MENTAL HEALTH AND DISPARITIES IN MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH. THIS INCLINATION WAS SUPPORTED ALSO BY THE COVID PANDEMIC SLOWING DOWN IMPLEMENTATION WORK ON THE CHIP IN THE PAST FEW YEARS.THE 2022-2024 COMMUNITY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PLAN OUTLINES THE PRIORITIES IDENTIFIED IN THE CHNA AND PROVIDES INTERVENTIONS TO IMPACT THE HEALTH PRIORITIES AS FOLLOWS: PRIORITY 1: PROMOTE HEALTHY WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN: REDUCE RACIAL, ETHNIC, ECONOMIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DISPARITIES IN MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH OUTCOMES AND PROMOTE HEALTH EQUITY FOR MATERNAL AND CHILD POPULATIONS. PRIORITY 2: PROMOTE WELL-BEING TO PREVENT MENTAL AND SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS: STRENGTHEN OPPORTUNITIES TO BUILD WELL-BEING AND RESILIENCE ACROSS THE LIFESPAN AND FACILITATE SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENTS THAT PROMOTE RESPECT AND DIGNITY FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES.
PART VI, LINE 3: ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, INCLUDING ST. LAWRENCE HEALTH, INFORMS INDIVIDUALS OF THE AVAILABLE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OFFERING FREE OR REDUCED PRICE SERVICES AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION INTO INPATIENT, OUTPATIENT, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT AND CLINICAL LOCATIONS. POSTERS INFORMING THE PATIENT/FAMILY OF ASSISTANCE ARE POSTED IN BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH AND AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH LOCATIONS. BROCHURES AND PAMPHLETS, IN BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH, INFORMING THE COMMUNITY ARE WIDELY DISTRIBUTED IN THE COMMUNITY AT CLINICS, HEALTH FAIRS, CHURCHES, SCHOOLS AND OTHER PUBLIC LOCATIONS. INFORMATION REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS ALSO AVAILABLE THROUGH ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S WEBSITE AND PATIENTS MAY APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH THE WEBSITE OR BY MAILING A PAPER APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN BOTH ENGLISH AND SPANISH. PATIENTS WITH A SELF-PAY BALANCE ARE NOTIFIED OF OUR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM AND PAYMENT PLAN OPPORTUNITIES VIA THE PATIENT'S MONTHLY STATEMENT. NO PATIENT WILL BE DENIED ACCESS TO SERVICES DUE TO INABILITY TO PAY, EVERY EFFORT WILL BE FULLY MADE TO ACQUIRE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE THAT MAY BE AVAILABLE FOR THEIR PARTICULAR SITUATION. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH OFFERS SEVERAL INITIATIVES TO HELP INDIVIDUALS IN OUR COMMUNITY ACCESS AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE, INCLUDING:- FACILITATED ENROLLMENT - TO ASSIST ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS WITH HEALTH INSURANCE ENROLLMENT BY OFFERING EDUCATION AND APPLICATION ASSISTANCE FOR NEW YORK STATE OF HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE, MEDICAID, CHILD HEALTH PLUS, FAMILY HEALTH PLUS, PRENATAL CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, AND STATE AID FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. A DEDICATED TELEPHONE NUMBER IS AVAILABLE AND INFORMATION IS PUBLISHED IN PAMPHLETS AND BUSINESS CARDS AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH SITES AND AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY. ANY PATIENT MAY SELF-REFER TO A FACILITATED ENROLLER FOR ASSISTANCE AND PATIENT ACCESS STAFF AT EACH LOCATION ARE TRAINED ON HOW TO REFER THE PATIENT TO THE FACILITATED ENROLLERS. FACILITATED ENROLLERS ARE ALSO STATIONED ON SITE AT EACH HOSPITAL, EMERGENCY ROOM AND DESTINATION CAMPUSES FOR CONVENIENT ACCESS TO ASSISTANCE. IF A PATIENT IS NOT ABLE TO BE SEEN ON-SITE DURING AN APPOINTMENT OR VISIT, EVERY EFFORT IS MADE TO MAKE CONTACT VIA PHONE CALLS AND LETTER TO OFFER ASSISTANCE AFTER THE VISIT. - FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM -ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH RECOGNIZES THE NEED IN OUR COMMUNITY TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL COUNSEL AND ASSISTANCE TO THOSE PATIENTS WITH LIMITED INCOME WHO FIND IT DIFFICULT TO MEET THE EXPENSES INCURRED IN RECEIVING HEALTH CARE SERVICES AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH. IN KEEPING WITH OUR MISSION AND VALUES TO ENHANCE LIVES AND PRESERVE HEALTH OF OUR COMMUNITY AND PATIENTS BY ENABLING ACCESS TO A COMPREHENSIVE, FULLY INTEGRATED NETWORK OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY AND MOST AFFORDABLE CARE, DELIVERED WITH KINDNESS, INTEGRITY, AND RESPECT, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH OFFERS A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM TO EVERY PATIENT. AT NO TIME WILL FINANCIAL CONCERNS BECOME A BARRIER TO CARE FOR THE PATIENT. THE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM OFFERS FREE OR REDUCED-PRICES FOR INSURED AND UNDERINSURED PATIENTS TREATED AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSPITALS, OUTPATIENT, EMERGENCY ROOMS, ANCILLARY AND ALL CLINIC LOCATIONS. DISCOUNTS ARE AWARDED BASED UPON INCOME AND FAMILY SIZE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM TAKES INTO ACCOUNT EACH INDIVIDUAL PATIENT'S ABILITY TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE COST OF HIS OR HER HEALTHCARE SERVICES. ALL INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED AND MAY APPLY FOR AND BE CONSIDERED FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. A DEDICATED PHONE LINE FOR FINANCIAL AID QUESTIONS AND ASSISTANCE HAS BEEN MADE AVAILABLE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH ALSO PARTICIPATES IN FEDERAL GRANT PROGRAMS ASSISTING LOW INCOME PATIENTS WITH REDUCED PRICES AND ASSISTANCE WITH PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION COSTS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH PARTICIPATES IN THE HEALTH RESOURCES & SERVICES ADMINISTRATION SLIDING FEE DISCOUNT PROGRAM FOR FEDERALLY QUALIFIED HEALTH CENTERS. THIS PROGRAM IS BASED ON APPROVED CLINICAL SITES AND OFFERS PATIENTS DISCOUNTS WITH OFFICE VISITS, ANCILLARY VISITS, AND PRESCRIPTION DRUG COST REDUCTIONS. BOTH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AND ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH PROGRAMS CAN BE AWARDED TO THE PATIENT TO ENSURE ALL BENEFITS ARE OBTAINED THAT ARE POSSIBLY AVAILABLE TO ASSIST WITH THE PATIENT'S HEALTHCARE COSTS.- PRESUMPTIVE FINANCIAL AID ASSISTANCE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH ALSO RECOGNIZES THERE ARE TIMES IT MIGHT BE DIFFICULT FOR THE PATIENT TO FORMALLY APPLY FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. IF THERE IS SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO IDENTIFY THAT A PATIENT IS POTENTIALLY ELIGIBLE FOR A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DISCOUNT, THE PATIENT'S BILL MAY BE CONSIDERED TO BE PRESUMPTIVELY ELIGIBLE FOR A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DISCOUNT. PRESUMPTIVE ELIGIBILITY IS DEFINED AS THE DETERMINATION THAT A PATIENT IS ELIGIBLE FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE BASED ON INFORMATION OTHER THAN THAT PROVIDED BY THE PATIENT, OR, BASED ON A PRIOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION. THE HOSPITAL MAY UTILIZE ANALYTIC SOFTWARE OR AN ANALYTIC SERVICES VENDOR TO SUPPORT SUCH PRESUMPTIVE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROCESSING. IF A PATIENT IS DETERMINED TO BE PRESUMPTIVELY ELIGIBLE FOR A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE DISCOUNT, THE DISCOUNT AMOUNT WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTED FROM THE PATIENT'S BILL AND WILL BE REFLECTED ON THE PATIENT'S NEXT BILLING STATEMENT. EVERY OPPORTUNITY WILL BE TAKEN AND EXPLORED WHERE ASSISTANCE CAN BE GIVEN TO OUR PATIENT BASE, ENSURING THEIR HEALTH CARE IS NOT IMPEDED BY ANY FINANCIAL CONCERNS.
PART VI, LINE 4: ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL SERVES MORE THAN ONE MILLION PEOPLE EACH YEAR, PRIMARILY FROM THE CITY OF ROCHESTER AND SURROUNDING AREAS OF MONROE COUNTY. IN 2024, RGH PROVIDED CARE TO JUST OVER 95,800 PATIENTS WHO VISITED THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, INCLUDING TENT VISITS AND IMMEDIATE CARE, EXPERIENCED MORE THAN 29,000 INPATIENT/OBSERVATION DISCHARGES AND JUST UNDER 1,427,000 OUTPATIENT ENCOUNTERS. IN MONROE COUNTY, OUR PRIMARY SERVICE AREA, THE POPULATION TOTALED OVER 743,000 PEOPLE (2020 CENSUS) AND IS 70% WHITE, 15% AFRICAN AMERICAN, 9% OF THE POPULATION IDENTIFYING AS HISPANIC OR LATINO AND 10% AS OTHER. ON AVERAGE, APPROXIMATELY 14% OF HOUSEHOLDS IN MONROE COUNTY ARE LIVING AT OR BELOW THE POVERTY LEVEL. IN THE CITY OF ROCHESTER ITSELF, HOWEVER, 30% OF HOUSEHOLDS ARE LIVING IN POVERTY COMPARED TO 8% IN THE SUBURBS. AS WITH THE REST OF THE US, AGE DISPARITY IS HAPPENING IN MONROE COUNTY. SINCE 2017, THE NUMBER OF OLDER ADULTS IN MONROE COUNTY HAS INCREASED BY ~10,000 WHILE THE NUMBER OF CHILDREN HAS DECREASED BY ~5,000. DATA INDICATE THAT THE ELDERLY POPULATION IS GROWING AT A HIGHER RATE IN THE SUBURBS IN COMPARISON TO THE CITY OF ROCHESTER AND, AS SUCH, EFFORTS TO INCREASE VOLUME OF SERVICES AND SUPPORT FOCUSED ON THE ELDERLY POPULATION MAY BE MORE EFFICIENTLY TARGETED IN THE OUTLYING SUBURB COMMUNITIES.ADDITIONALLY, ROCHESTER IS ALSO ONE OF ONLY FOURTEEN CITIES NATIONWIDE (AND ONE OF TWO IN NEW YORK STATE) THAT IS DESIGNATED BY THE FEDERAL OFFICE OF REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT FOR THE UNACCOMPANIED REFUGEE MINORS PROGRAM, AND BECAUSE OF THIS AND OTHER SIGNIFICANT PROGRAMS FOR REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT, WE HAVE AN UNUSUALLY LARGE NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE FOREIGN-BORN AND SPEAK A LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH. IN ADDITION TO PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS FROM THROUGHOUT THE AREA, BECAUSE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL IS LOCATED IN ONE OF THE POOREST AREAS WITHIN THE CITY, WE PROVIDE A HEALTH CARE "SAFETY NET" FOR A SUBSTANTIAL AND DIVERSE POPULATION OF LOW INCOME AND UN- OR UNDERINSURED INDIVIDUALS IN THE ROCHESTER AREA.
PART VI, LINE 5: MEDICAL STAFFRGH MEDICAL STAFF HAS OVER 1,500 CURRENTLY ACTIVE STAFF MEMBERS. THESE PHYSICIANS REPRESENT A BROAD SPECTRUM OF PRIMARY CARE AND SPECIALTY SERVICES. AS AN AFFILIATE OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, OUR PATIENTS HAVE SEAMLESS ACCESS TO ADDITIONAL SPECIALISTS INCLUDING THE WORLD-CLASS PROVIDERS AT THE SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE AND THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE.VOLUNTEERS/AUXILIANSMEMBERS OF COMMUNITIES FROM ACROSS MONROE AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES HAVE ALWAYS PLAYED AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN ADVOCATING FOR, AND OFFERING ASSISTANCE AT RGH. IN 2024, 291 VOLUNTEERS PROVIDED MORE THAN 20,000 HOURS OF SERVICE AT RGH. BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND COMMUNITY GUIDANCERGH ENSURES COMMUNITY CONTROL OVER THE CORPORATION THROUGH ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS, COMPRISED OF COMMUNITY AND FAITH LEADERS, AND LEADERS IN BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY, HEALTHCARE, AND PHYSICIANS REPRESENTING THE MEDICAL STAFF OF THE ORGANIZATION. THE MAJORITY OF THE DIRECTORS RESIDE IN THE ROCHESTER AREA AND EACH DIRECTOR SERVES A THREE-YEAR TERM.USE OF SURPLUS FUNDSSURPLUS FUNDS ARE USED TO FURTHER THE MISSION AND OPERATIONS OF THE ORGANIZATION, SUCH AS REINVESTING IN COMMUNITY BENEFIT PROGRAMS, AND MAKING IMPROVEMENTS IN FACILITIES, PATIENT CARE, MEDICAL, NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH TRAINING, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH IN SUPPORT OF THE HEALTH NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY AS WELL AS USED FOR CHARITY CARE.
PART VI, LINE 7, REPORTS FILED WITH STATES NY
PART VI, LINE 6: ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH (ROCHESTER REGIONAL/RRH) (I.E. THE PARENT ORGANIZATION AND ITS RELATED AFFILIATES) IS AN INTEGRATED HEALTH SYSTEM ROOTED IN COMMUNITY, SERVING TOGETHER TO UPLIFT HUMANITY THROUGH COMPASSIONATE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE OF ROCHESTER, THE FINGER LAKES REGION, AND NEW YORK STATE'S NORTH COUNTRY. THROUGH ROBUST INVESTMENTS IN PEOPLE, FACILITIES, AND TECHNOLOGY IN EACH COMMUNITY WE SERVE, ROCHESTER REGIONAL STANDS OUT FOR ITS ABILITY TO BRING THE HIGHEST QUALITY CARE CLOSE TO HOME. ACROSS WESTERN NEW YORK, THE FINGER LAKES, ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY AND BEYOND, RRH PROUDLY SERVES THE COMMUNITY THROUGH ITS NINE HOSPITALS PROVIDING INPATIENT, ADVANCED AND CRITICAL CARE; HUNDREDS OF OUTPATIENT SPECIALTY, URGENT CARE AND PRIMARY CARE PRACTICES; BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY TREATMENT CENTERS; INNOVATIVE AND COMFORTING SENIOR SERVICES; COMPASSIONATE HOME CARE AND HOSPICE CARE PROGRAMS; AND LABORATORIES, INCLUDING SPECIALIZED CLINICAL TRIAL AND TOXICOLOGY TESTING FACILITIES. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HAS A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED HEART PROGRAM AND A NATIONALLY ACCREDITED CANCER CENTER, AND OFFERS PATIENTS MANY OF THE SAME LEADING EDGE TREATMENT OPTIONS FOUND AT THE COUNTRY'S FINEST MEDICAL CENTERS. FROM SURGERY TO ORTHOPEDICS, WOMEN'S HEALTH TO EMERGENCY CARE, PEOPLE ALL ACROSS WESTERN NY AND NYS'S NORTH COUNTRY TURN TO ROCHESTER REGIONAL FOR THEIR EXPERIENCE, COMPASSION AND EXPERTISE IN HELPING THEM GET BACK TO LIVING THEIR LIVES. POVERTY TRENDS, COMMUNITY HEALTH RESEARCH AND NEEDS ASSESSMENTS ARE REVIEWED ON A REGULAR BASIS WHILE PLANNING COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES ARE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN VARIOUS COMMUNITY HEALTH COLLABORATIONS WITH THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS, STATE HEALTH DEPARTMENT, AND LOCAL NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE AGENCIES, AND ACTIVELY WORK TO RESPOND TO COMMUNITY PRIORITIES AND DEVELOP PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT FILL A GAP OR SUPPLEMENT AN EXISTING PROGRAM. MOST ROCHESTER REGIONAL COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHER COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS OR GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES, IN ORDER TO LEVERAGE RESOURCES TO MEET COMMUNITY NEEDS. INFORMATION REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS, ASSISTANCE WITH HEALTH INSURANCE ENROLLMENT AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR MEDICAL CARE RECEIVED AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HOSPITALS, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS, OUTPATIENT DEPARTMENTS OR LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES IS DISSEMINATED TO THE PUBLIC IN ELECTRONIC FORM ON THE ORGANIZATION'S WEBSITE.AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND SOCIAL JUSTICE ARE WOVEN INTO THE TAPESTRY OF OUR CULTURE AND HEALTH EQUITY IS OUR TRUE NORTH. RRH IS COMMITTED TO FOSTERING A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT WHERE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS ARE INCLUDED, VALUED, AND RESPECTED. BY ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS, RRH IS LEADING EFFORTS TO CULTIVATE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT AND DELIVER HIGH-QUALITY PATIENT OUTCOMES AND EXPERIENCES. WE BELIEVE OUR WORKFORCE AND PATIENT CARE ARE DIRECTLY CONNECTED AND ARE COMMITTED TO ENSURING THAT OUR TEAMS AND EACH PATIENT WE CARE FOR ENJOYS BETTER, HEALTHIER LIVES. TWO OF THE KEYS TO REDUCING HEALTH DISPARITIES AND BUILDING HEALTH LITERACY ARE COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND EDUCATION. TO THIS END, RRH HAS DEVELOPED TARGETED INTERVENTIONS, COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS. RRH IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING A RELAXED AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT TO ASK QUESTIONS, AND HAD MEDICAL EXPERTS THAT PROVIDED SOLID, RELEVANT AND TIMELY INFORMATION SO THAT PEOPLE COULD MAKE INFORMED HEALTHCARE DECISIONS. THE RRH COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS ARE HOSTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH A WIDE RANGE OF LEADERS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY. RRH HAS PARTNERED WITH VARIOUS COMMUNITIES SUCH AS THE LATINX COMMUNITY, RURAL MIGRANT FARMERS, FAITH COMMUNITIES, DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING, LGBTQ+, VETERANS, PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITIES, ELDERS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS, ADOLESCENTS AND PARENTS. WITH THESE PARTNERSHIPS RRH HAS BEEN ABLE TO FORM STRONG COMMUNITY BONDS. WITH COVID INFORMATION NOW WIDELY AVAILABLE, RRH IS PIVOTING ITS COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS TO FOCUS ON HEALTH AND WELLNESS. RRH PLANS TO CONTINUALLY EVALUATE AND ADJUST THE FOCUS OF ITS COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS TO ENSURE OTHER PRESSING TOPICS, SUCH AS HEALTH SCREENINGS AS A PREVENTIVE MEASURE, ARE ALWAYS AT THE FOREFRONT AND CONTINUED EDUCATION IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO THE COMMUNITY. AS A RESULT OF THESE EFFORTS, RRH WAS RECOGNIZED AMONG THE NATION'S TOP DEI ADVOCATES. CITING RRH'S "FANTASTIC" DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION (DEI) OFFICE, THE HEALTHCARE DIVERSITY COUNCIL HAS GRANTED RRH A TOP 3 HEALTHCARE DIVERSITY ORGANIZATIONS AWARD. THE COUNCIL COMMENDED RRH DEI INITIATIVES TO REDUCE HEALTHCARE DISPARITIES IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES; RECRUIT AND RETAIN A DIVERSE WORKFORCE; AND IMPLEMENT COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS SURROUNDING COVID-19. RRH'S ACTIVE PURSUIT OF DIVERSITY IN OUR WORK ENVIRONMENT AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS MAKES IT A "PERFECT" AWARD RECIPIENT, THE COUNCIL STATED.THE HEALTHCARE DIVERSITY COUNCIL IS AN ORGANIZATION DEVOTED TO PROMOTING AN INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT OF CARE AT MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS NATIONWIDE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IS ALSO LEADING THE INDUSTRY WITH ITS SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS. RRH BELIEVES IN THE CLOSE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE WELL-BEING OF OUR COMMUNITY, ENVIRONMENT, AND OUR FINANCIAL HEALTH. GUIDED BY THIS BELIEF, RRH MANAGES ITS RESOURCES CONSCIENTIOUSLY, AIMING TO LIMIT OUR ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT AND SPEARHEAD SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES IN THE REGION.THOUGH IT IS KNOWN THAT HOSPITALS CONSUME MORE THAN DOUBLE THE ENERGY THAN TYPICAL COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS AND GENERATE SIGNIFICANT WASTE PER PATIENT, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IS STEADFAST IN BREAKING THIS NORM. THE RRH SUSTAINABILITY DEPARTMENT IS DEVOTED TO REFINING THE HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE, PRESERVING A ROBUST ENVIRONMENT, AND CURBING HEALTHCARE COSTS. THEY ACTIVELY MANAGE WASTE, ELIMINATING HARMFUL SUBSTANCES, AND FOSTERING A SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY FOR NOW AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.QUALITY AND SAFETY ARE AT THE CORE OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S PURPOSE TO HEAL, COMFORT, PROMOTE HEALTH AND DELIVER CARE THAT ENHANCES LIVES. BY TAKING A PROACTIVE APPROACH, RRH DESIGNS PATIENT-CENTERED SYSTEMS THAT DELIVER HIGH-QUALITY CARE, SAFELY. THROUGH SYSTEM-WIDE PROGRAMS WE ARE CONSISTENTLY IMPROVING THE SAFETY AND QUALITY OF THE CARE WE PROVIDE; ENSURING REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AND COORDINATING ACCREDITATIONS OF LOCATIONS AND PROGRAMS; PREVENTING ERRORS AND WORKING TO ENHANCE THE CARE DELIVERED IN OUR REGION AND ACROSS THE COUNTRY; AND PROVIDING EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES, PATIENTS AND VISITORS. A CORNERSTONE OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S STRATEGIC PLAN IS TO INVEST IN A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS MODELTHAT IS, TO PRIORITIZE INVESTMENTS IN GROWTH AND SERVICES THAT CREATE LONG-TERM VALUE. DESPITE THE CHALLENGES WITHIN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY, ROCHESTER REGIONAL CONTINUES TO CELEBRATE PROGRESS ON INITIATIVES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUTURE OF THE INSTITUTION AND THE HEALTH OF THE NEW YORK STATE COMMUNITIES IT SERVES. EXAMPLES INCLUDE: BREAKING GROUND ON A NEW MEDICAL CAMPUS IN GENEVA. THIS FACILITY WILL BE A 58,000-SQUARE-FOOT DESTINATION MEDICAL CAMPUS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF GENEVA. THIS NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY WILL BRING BOTH NEW AND PRE-EXISTING PRACTICES TOGETHER IN ONE CENTRAL LOCATION. THE GENEVA MEDICAL CAMPUS WILL FEATURE CLOSE TO 90 EXAM ROOMS AND MULTIPLE SPECIALTIES INCLUDING PRIMARY CARE, PEDIATRICS, CARDIOLOGY, ORTHOPEDICS, NEUROSCIENCE, WOMEN'S HEALTH, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, PHYSICAL THERAPY, AND CANCER CARE WITH AN 8-BAY INFUSION DEPARTMENT. THIS EXTENSIVE MEDICAL CAMPUS WILL PROVIDE A VAST RANGE OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES ALL IN ONE ULTRAMODERN FACILITY- FURTHER ANCHORING RRH'S COMMITMENT TO THE PEOPLE OF GENEVA AND BEYOND. THE GENEVA MEDICAL CENTER IS TESTAMENT TO RRH'S CORE VALUE THAT WE ARE "ROOTED IN COMMUNITY". THIS CENTER WILL PROMOTE HEALTH AND HEALING IN THE COMMUNITY BY DELIVERING COMPREHENSIVE, QUALITY HEALTHCARE TO GENEVA FOR YEARS TO COME. PLANS PROJECT THE CAMPUS TO OPEN BY THE END OF 2025. IN 2024, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE GLOW YMCA, CUT THE RIBBON ON BATAVIA'S NEW HEALTHY LIVING CAMPUS. THE NEW 78,000 SQ. FT. STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY OFFERS EVERYTHING FROM PRIMARY CARE AND EXERCISE STUDIOS TO CANCER SCREENING, NUTRITION EDUCATION SERVICES, RECREATION, AND MULTI-USE SPACES FOR ALL AGES UNDER ONE ROOF. THIS BUILDING IS THE NEW JOINT HOME TO ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH BATAVIA PRIMARY CARE, THE GENESEE COUNTY YMCA, AND UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER'S HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMMING. THE HEALTHY LIVING CAMPUS FEATURES 22 EXAM ROOMS AND TWO MEDICAL PROCEDURE ROOMS WHERE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH PROVIDERS OFFER PRIMARY CARE AND TELEMEDICINE APPOINTMENTS, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND CRISIS INTERVENTION SUPPORT AS WELL AS CANCER PREVENTION OUTREACH, CHRONIC ILLNESS, AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERVICES.
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): THE YMCA PORTION BOASTS A BRAND-NEW AQUATIC CENTER, GROUP EXERCISE STUDIOS, A WELLNESS CENTER WITH TOP-OF-THE-LINE FITNESS EQUIPMENT, AN INDOOR TRACK, A TEACHING KITCHEN, AND AN ADVENTURE ROOM PLAY AREA FOR CHILDREN. THERE ARE ALSO A VARIETY OF FAMILY-FRIENDLY, INNOVATIVE, INTERGENERATIONAL SPACES WHERE SENIORS, TEENS, AND FAMILIES CAN CONNECT AND THRIVE THROUGH COLLABORATIVE ACTIVITIES. 2024 SAW THE REOPENING OF URGENT CARE- PENFIELD. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH URGENT CARE PROVIDERS AND STAFF ARE AVAILABLE TO DIAGNOSE AND TREAT MOST NON-LIFE-THREATENING INJURIES AND ILLNESSES, IN ADDITION TO OFFERING A FULL LINE OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES. CONDITIONS INCLUDE: ABDOMINAL PAIN, ALLERGIES, COLD AND FLU SYMPTOMS, EAR INFECTIONS, HEADACHES, SORE THROATS, AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS (UTI). ADDITIONALLY, ORTHOPAEDIC URGENT CARE AT THE HENRIETTA MEDICAL CAMPUS OPENED IN 2024. ORTHO URGENT CARE PROVIDES SAME-DAY CARE FOR UNPLANNED INJURIES OR AILMENTS DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE BODY'S BONE, JOINT, AND SOFT TISSUE STRUCTURES WITH THE FLEXIBILITY TO WALK IN OR CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. RRH PROVIDERS SPECIALIZE IN CARE FOR ORTHOPAEDIC INJURIES AND MUSCULOSKELETAL ISSUES, INCLUDING: SPRAINS/ STRAINS, FRACTURES, SPORTS INJURIES, ACUTE JOINT PAIN, INJURIES TO THE BACK, SHOULDER, KNEE, FOOT/ANKLE, AND/OR HAND/WRIST. SERVICES INCLUDE: X-RAY, BRACING, AND CASTING. VIRTUAL URGENT CARE CONTINUES TO BE AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR MINOR INJURIES AND COMMON ILLNESSES FROM THE COMFORT OF THE PATIENT'S HOME, OR WHEREVER THEY MAY BE.ROCHESTER REGIONAL IS FORGING AHEAD ON ALL FRONTS OF A STRATEGIC PLAN WHOSE PURPOSE IS TO UPLIFT HUMANITY THROUGH CARE FOR THE COMMUNITY WITH A VISION TO BECOME A NATIONAL MODEL OF HEALTH AND HEALING. THE FOUR PILLARS OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN ARE AS FOLLOWS: STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITIES COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP WILL GROW TRUST WITH THOSE WE SERVE SOLIDIFY RRH'S POSITION AS A CORNERSTONE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH. RELENTLESS FOCUS ON QUALITY AND SAFETY IMPROVED QUALITY AND SAFETY WILL POSITION US AS THE PROVIDER OF CHOICE FOR PATIENTS BUILD AND CONTINUALLY FOCUS ON A CULTURE OF QUALITY AND SAFETY. UNLEASH THE POWER OF OUR PEOPLE EMPOWERED PEOPLE WILL ALLOW US TO TAKE OUR ORGANIZATION TO THE NEXT LEVEL ENGAGE PEOPLE TO COMMIT, BELONG AND GROW AT RRH. GROWTH AN EVOLVED HEALTH CARE DELIVERY MODEL WILL BETTER SERVE PATIENTS BECOME THE MOST ACCESSIBLE AND CONVENIENT SYSTEM IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE AND INNOVATE TO TRANSFORM CARE DELIVERY OPERATIONS. 2024 CONTINUED TO BE A CHALLENGING YEAR FOR THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. IN RESPONSE TO THESE CHALLENGES RRH RESPONDED BY TAKING MEASURES TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF PATIENTS, TEAM MEMBERS AND THE BROADER COMMUNITY. THE ACTIONS CONTINUED INTO 2024 AND INCLUDED: ROCHESTER REGIONAL CONTINUED TO PROVIDE HEALTH AND WELLNESS EDUCATION ON MULTIPLE PLATFORMS INCLUDING: SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITE, MYCARE PATIENT PORTAL, PHONE MESSAGING, AND E-NEWSLETTER. MORE SPECIFICALLY:O RRH'S "HEALTH HIVE," AN ONLINE PORTAL OF ARTICLES AND HELPFUL HINTS IN DEALING WITH A HOST OF HEALTH RELATED TOPICS. DURING 2024, MORE THAN 115 ARTICLES WERE PUBLISHED. O RRH PARTICIPATED IN OVER 300 NEWS ARTICLES, SPECIAL REPORTS, AND INTERVIEWS OVER A VARIETY OF MEDIUMS INCLUDING TV, RADIO AND PRINTED NEWS ARTICLES. ADDITIONALLY, RRH MADE OVER 2,500 SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS ACROSS MULTIPLE PLATFORMS INCLUDING FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER AND LINKEDIN. O THE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND JUSTICE OFFICE HOSTED COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS WITH VARIOUS COMMUNITY AND CHURCH GROUPS. ATTENDEES HAVE JOINED FROM ROCHESTER AND ALSO THROUGHOUT OTHER PARTS OF THE US. RRH ESTABLISHED AND CONTINUES TO MAINTAIN COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS TO ENSURE THOSE MOST VULNERABLE IN THE COMMUNITY ARE WELL SERVED, INCLUDING:O PHARMACY PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AND MCKESSON RXO TO PROVIDE FREE MEDICATIONS, MEDICAL DEVICES, AND/OR CO-PAY ASSISTANCE TO HELP OUR UNINSURED, UNDERINSURED, AND LOW-INCOME PATIENTS AFFORD THEIR PRESCRIPTIONS. OUR DEDICATED ACCOUNT MANAGERS AT MCKESSON IDENTIFIED QUALIFIED PATIENTS AND MANAGE PROCUREMENT, FREEING UP HOSPITAL RESOURCES FOR PATIENT CARE.O RRH PARTNERED WITH THE LOCAL AHL TEAM, THE ROCHESTER AMERICANS, TO SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT HEART HEALTH. AT HOME GAMES IN FEBRUARY 2024 ATTENDEES PARTICIPATED IN THE "HEART MONTH MINUTE" CHALLENGE, WHERE A FEW LUCKY FANS WENT HEAD-TO-HEAD FOR A SPECIAL HEART-HEALTHY PRIZE. O ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AND THE ROCHESTER RED WINGS CAME TOGETHER TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE IMPORTANCE OF PREVENTION, RECOGNITION, AND RAPID TREATMENT OF STROKE. THE EVENT INCLUDED PROVIDING SUPPORT TO STROKE SURVIVORS IN OUR COMMUNITY AND HELP CELEBRATE THE INCREDIBLE STROKE CARE WE PROVIDE AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH.O ANNUAL HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER NIGHT THE ROCHESTER AMERICANS DONATED A PORTION OF TICKET SALES TO LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE TO SUPPORT ITS GOALS OF PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CARE TO PATIENTS LIVING WITH CANCER. O BIPOC PARENT MENTAL HEALTH PROJECT HOSTED A SPECTACULAR EVENT IN HONOR OF NATIONAL MINORITY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH GREATLY VALUES THE PARTNERSHIP IN SERVING THE NEEDS OF OUR COMMUNITY AND WE ARE THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INAUGURAL ROC FAMILY FEUD COMPETITION.O RRH CONTINUES ITS ALLIANCE WITH ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (RIT). THE STRATEGIC ALLIANCE OFFERS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES FOR FACULTY, STUDENTS AND HEALTH PROFESSIONALS. IT IS DEDICATED TO INNOVATION IN MEDICAL CARE, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOR THE BETTERMENT OF INDIVIDUALS IN OUR INSTITUTIONS AND THE GREATER ROCHESTER COMMUNITY. RRH AND ITS EMPLOYEES HAVE AN INCREDIBLY STRONG COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITIES THEY SERVE. IN 2024 EVENTS SPONSORED AND HELD BY RRH INCLUDE: DURING CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, RRH BROUGHT AWARENESS TO THE CAUSES, PREVENTION, AND TREATMENT OF CERVICAL CANCER AND THE PROFESSIONALS ACROSS THE SYSTEM WHO EDUCATE AND SUPPORT PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. RRH SPONSORED A SPECIAL MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. EVENT. THIS EVENT WAS OPEN TO STAFF AND THE COMMUNITY AND CONSISTED OF A KEYNOTE SPEAKER, MUSICAL GUESTS, AND SEVERAL OTHER SPEAKERS. RRH HELD A VIRTUAL STROKE SYMPOSIUM A DAY OF INSIGHT AND ENGAGING DISCUSSIONS THAT FOCUSED ON THE INTERDISCIPLINARY CLINICAL CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF STROKE AND CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASE. REGIONAL STROKE EXPERTS DISCUSSED THE LATEST ADVANCES IN THE CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF ACUTE, ISCHEMIC, AND HEMORRHAGIC STROKE, AS WELL AS OTHER CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASES, FROM INITIAL PRESENTATION TO REHABILITATION. HEART FAILURE SYMPOSIUM: SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE HOSTED AN EVENING OF PRESENTATIONS AND COMPELLING DISCUSSIONS DESIGNED FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS, INCLUDING CARDIOLOGISTS, PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS, AND OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS INTERESTED IN CARE FOR HEART FAILURE PATIENTS. THE EVENT WAS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL THOSE WHO MAY BE INTERESTED. NATIONAL CANCER PREVENTION MONTH - ACCORDING TO THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER RESEARCH, THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ESTIMATES THAT MILLIONS OF AMERICANS WILL RECEIVE A NON-MELANOMA CANCER DIAGNOSIS IN 2023 ALONE. RESEARCH ALSO SHOWS THAT MANY OF THESE CANCERS CAN BE ATTRIBUTED TO PREVENTABLE CAUSES, SUCH AS SMOKING, EXCESS BODY WEIGHT, SUN EXPOSURE, AND MORE. NATIONAL CANCER PREVENTION MONTH IS A REMINDER TO GET PREVENTATIVE SCREENINGS, EAT HEALTHILY, EXERCISE, AND MORE. AMERICAN HEART MONTH - DURING AMERICAN HEART MONTH, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AIMS TO EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON RISK FACTORS, PREVENTATIVE CARE, TREATMENT, AND MORE REGARDING HEART HEALTH. BLACK HISTORY MONTH - ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH THROUGHOUT FEBRUARY. BLACK HISTORY MONTH STARTED AS A WEEKLONG CELEBRATION IN 1926. SINCE THEN, IT HAS GROWN INTO A MONTH-LONG EVENT TO EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT AFRICAN AMERICAN CONTRIBUTIONS TO AMERICAN HISTORY. CARDIAC REHABILITATION WEEK, INITIATED BY THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CARDIOVASCULAR AND PULMONARY REHABILITATION (AACVPR), COINCIDES WITH VALENTINE'S DAY AND AMERICAN HEART MONTH TO DRAW GREATER NATIONAL ATTENTION TO HEART HEALTH. THIS YEAR'S THEME, "HEARTWORK AND DEDICATION," HONORS THE PATIENTS' FAMILIES AND HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS DEDICATED TO GIVING CARDIAC REHABILITATION PATIENTS A NEW START. IN HONOR OF BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH, THE TEAM AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S GOLISANO RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY & REHAB IS PARTNERING WITH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS TO COLLECT NEW BIKE AND SKATE HELMETS FOR THOSE IN NEED. ALL HELMETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF ROCHESTER R-CENTERS AND THE INJURY FREE COALITION FOR KIDS OF ROCHESTER.
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): IN HONOR OF SOCIAL WORK MONTH, THE RRH TEAM IS COLLECTING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS OR SIMILAR TO HELP OUR SOCIAL WORKERS SUPPORT COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN NEED: DIAPERS, FORMULA, BED SHEET SETS, GIFT CARDS FOR PHARMACIES (RITE AID, CVS, WALGREENS, ETC.), GIFT CARDS FOR GROCERY STORES (WEGMANS, WALMART, TOPS, ETC.), GIFT CARDS FOR TRANSPORTATION (UBER, LYFT), OTHER NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS, FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS AND BABY MONITORS. RRH CELEBRATED WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH AND THE "WOMEN WHO ADVOCATE FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION." EVENTS WERE HELD TO RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE BOTH ANTONIA NOVELLO, MD, WHO WAS BOTH THE FIRST WOMAN AND THE FIRST HISPANIC TO SERVE AS U.S. SURGEON GENERAL IN 1990; AND SUSIE WALKING BEAR YELLOWTAIL'S CONTRIBUTIONS TO HISTORY AND HEALTHCARE. SUSIE WALKING BEAR YELLOWTAIL, RN, WAS THE FIRST NATIVE AMERICAN REGISTERED NURSE. SHE WAS ALSO THE FIRST NATIVE AMERICAN NURSE POSTHUMOUSLY INDUCTED INTO THE AMERICAN NURSING ASSOCIATION'S HALL OF FAME. THE INDIA HERITAGE MUSEUM AT THE VINOD AND VINAY LUTHRA INDIA HERITAGE CENTER PROUDLY PRESENTS HOLISTIC HARMONY NURTURING HEALTH AND LONGEVITY. TWO COMPLEMENTARY EXHIBITS WILL BE SHOWCASED: PLANT-BASED LIVING AND THE YOGA OF B.K.S. IYENGAR. THE EVENT ALSO INCLUDES A PANEL DISCUSSION FEATURING TWO ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH PHYSICIANS. ADMISSION IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. PARTICIPANTS LEARNED ABOUT HEALTHY PLANT-BASED EATING AND IYENGAR YOGA THROUGH VIBRANT AND INFORMATIVE DISPLAYS, TALKS, DEMONSTRATIONS, AND CLASSES. IN ADVANCE OF THE 2024 FLOWER CITY CHALLENGE RACE, RRH'S CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER PARTICIPATED IN A PRE-RACE TALK IN CONJUNCTION WITH FLEET FEET ROCHESTER. THIS FREE EVENT PROVIDED INSIGHTS ABOUT HOW TO TRAIN FOR A HALF MARATHON, UNDERSTANDING THE INS AND OUTS OF NUTRITION AS WELL AS KEY POINTS ON MOBILITY, STRETCHING, HYDRATION, AND MORE. VARIOUS RRH PROVIDERS PARTICIPATED IN MEDICINE MINIS FROM "THE TINY TRAILBLAZER," A SERIES OF ENGAGING BRIEF INTERVIEWS BY A VIBRANT YOUNG INTERVIEWER PASSIONATE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY AND HEALTHCARE. THESE INTERVIEWS SHARED INSIGHTS INTO THEIR PROVIDER ROLES, EXPERTISE, AND EXCITING EXPERIENCES. SESSIONS FEATURES INCLUDED: A FOCUS ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF MAINTAINING A HEALTHY HEART; UNDERSTANDING URGENT CARE AND EXPLORING THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN URGENT CARE, THE HOSPITAL AND MORE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATED NATIONAL MINORITY HEALTH MONTH UNDER THE THEME OF "BE THE SOURCE FOR BETTER HEALTH: IMPROVING HEALTH OUTCOMES THROUGH OUR CULTURES, COMMUNITIES, AND CONNECTIONS," HELPS US UNDERSTAND HOW THE UNIQUE ENVIRONMENTS, CULTURES, HISTORIES, AND CIRCUMSTANCES OF SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH (SDOH), RACIAL, AND ETHNIC MINORITIES IMPACT OVERALL HEALTH. THROUGHOUT THE MONTH RRH LEANED INTO OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & JUSTICE BY BUILDING AWARENESS AROUND HEALTH DISPARITIES THAT PERSIST AMONG RACIAL AND ETHNIC MINORITY GROUPS AND ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO TAKE ACTION TO END THESE INEQUITIES. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FROM THE UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN (UPREP) FOR THIS YEAR'S MEN IN HEALTHCARE EVENT. THE TWO-DAY EVENT ALLOWED STUDENTS FROM UPREP TO GET HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE, INCLUDING LEARNING CPR. THE EVENT, ORGANIZED BY OUR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION TEAM, ALLOWED STUDENTS TO HEAR FROM INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS IN NURSING, RESEARCH, AND MORE AND HIGHLIGHTED POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN HEALTHCARE. RRH WAS ONCE AGAIN A KEY CONTRIBUTOR AND SPONSOR OF THE IMAGINE RIT: CREATIVITY & INNOVATION FESTIVAL. THIS EVENT FEATURED 350+ EXHIBITS AND 2,200+ EXHIBITORS. VISITORS OF ALL AGES EXPERIENCED INTERACTIVE PRESENTATIONS, HANDS-ON DEMONSTRATIONS, EXHIBITIONS, PERFORMING ARTS, AND RESEARCH PROJECTS. THE RRH EXHIBIT INCLUDED THERAPY DOGS, LED BY ROCDOG; CPR INSTRUCTION, AND MORE IN CELEBRATION OF EARTH DAY 2024, RRH SPONSORED SPECIAL ACTIVITIES ACROSS ITS LOCATIONS, INCLUDING TREE SAPLING GIVEAWAYS AT EACH OF THE HOSPITALS AND AN E-WASTE DROP-OFF. BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH WEEK EVENT HOSTED BY MEMBERS FROM OUR WOMEN'S HEALTH TEAM RAISED AWARENESS OF BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH AND IMPROVE BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH OUTCOMES. THE EVENT BROUGHT WOMEN'S HEALTH PROFESSIONALS FROM THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER TO DISCUSS THE CRUCIAL TOPIC AND LEARN FROM REAL-LIFE BIRTHING SCENARIOS. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE 2024 ROCHESTER HEART WALK & RUN. HEART DISEASE AND STROKE AFFECT PEOPLE IN PERSONAL AND LIFE-CHANGING WAYS, BUT COLLABORATION FROM DEDICATED RESEARCHERS AND VOLUNTEERS HAS RESULTED IN SIGNIFICANT MEDICAL ADVANCEMENTS OVER 100 YEARS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH DERMATOLOGY AND MOHS SURGERY HOSTED A FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENING EVENT IN MAY. THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND NO INSURANCE IS NECESSARY. RRH EXTENDED CARE AND GERIATRICS TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR AT GREECE RIDGE MALL. THE FREE EVENT FEATURED INFORMATION ON SENIOR HEALTH SERVICES, FREE SCREENINGS, AND MORE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED A HEALTHCARE CAREER EVENT FOR LOCAL 7TH AND 8TH-GRADE STUDENTS FROM THE YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL IN ROCHESTER IN MAY AT THE WOMEN IN HEALTHCARE EVENT. THIS EVENT EXPLORED THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN, ESPECIALLY WOMEN OF COLOR, IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. STUDENTS HEARD FROM PROFESSIONALS CURRENTLY WORKING IN NURSING, ADMINISTRATION, COMMUNICATIONS, AND RECRUITING, WHO SHARED THEIR INSIGHTS, EXPERIENCES, AND CAREER TRAJECTORIES. THE YOUNG WOMEN ALSO EXPERIENCED HANDS-ON LEARNING IN HEALTH-RELATED WORKSHOPS AND LEARNED ABOUT THE DIVERSE OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. THE EVENT WAS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO INTRODUCE YOUNG WOMEN TO THE VARIOUS HEALTHCARE CAREERS AVAILABLE AND IS A PRIME EXAMPLE OF HOW OUR TEAM MEMBERS ARE ROOTED IN COMMUNITY. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE COMMUNITY RESOURCE EVENT HOSTED BY ACTION FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY IN MAY 2024. THIS COMMUNITY EVENT INCLUDED LIVE PERFORMANCES, FREE FOOD, RAFFLES, HEALTH SCREENINGS, AND FUN FOR FAMILIES. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PROVIDED BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS, CAREER INFORMATION, AND MORE. RRH PROVIDES CARE WITH PRIDE. RRH SPONSORED PRIDE PARADES AND FESTIVALS IN EACH OF THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH THEY SERVE. RRH TEAMED UP WITH THE CITY OF ROCHESTER TO DISTRIBUTE OVER 100 HELMETS FOR KIDS LEARNING TO BIKE AND SKATE AT CITY R-CENTERS! THANKS TO THE INCREDIBLE TEAM MEMBERS AT THE GOLISANO RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY & REHABILITATION CENTER AND THE MANY LOCAL BUSINESSES WE MADE SOME GREAT STRIDES IN PREVENTING BRAIN INJURY AND HELPING OUR AREA'S CHILDREN TO LEARN HOW TO BIKE AND SKATE IN A SAFE WAY. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED A TABLE AT THE 30TH ANNUAL SENIORAMA HEALTH & INFORMATION FAIR IN JULY AT THE AKWESASNE MOHAWK CASINO RESORT BINGO PALACE. OVER 100 SENIORS FROM SURROUNDING COUNTIES ATTENDED THE EVENT. RRH HOSTED THE MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK KICK-OFF BREAKFAST IN AUGUST. EDUCATIONAL BREASTFEEDING EVENT - ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HELD AN INFORMATIONAL EVENT DURING NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH IN COLLABORATION WITH HEALTHY MOMS AND HEALTHY STEPS, THIS EVENT TAILORED TO BREASTFEEDING MOMS OF INFANTS TO SIX-MONTH-OLDS WILL FEATURE A WELCOME BREAKFAST, THREE SHORT BREAK-OUT SESSIONS, AND CONCLUDE WITH RAFFLES AND GIVEAWAYS. THE RRH CHRONIC DISEASE SELF-MANAGEMENT PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR ADULTS DEALING WITH CANCER, HEART DISEASE, STROKE, DIABETES, ARTHRITIS, OR ANY CHRONIC CONDITION. THIS PROGRAM WELCOMES INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS, OFFERING SUPPORT, EMPOWERMENT, AND PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE. THE HOSTED EVENT HELPS THOSE DEALING WITH THESE CONDITIONS TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS FACING SIMILAR CHALLENGES. PARTICIPANTS LEARNED HOW TO: ENGAGE IN BREATHING AND DISTRACTION TECHNIQUES; IMPROVE COMMUNICATION WITH HEALTHCARE TEAMS; SET GOALS THROUGH ACTIONABLE PLANS; UNDERSTAND THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF FOOD; ESTABLISH CONNECTIONS WITH YOUR PEERS; INCREASE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY; RECOGNIZE WARNING SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS; AND CHOOSE HEALTHIER FOOD ALTERNATIVES. RRH SUPPORTED THE 10TH ANNUAL ROCOVERY FITNESS RUN/WALK AND X-CHALLENGE. ROCOVERY FITNESS IS A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY OF PHYSICALLY ACTIVE INDIVIDUALS BROUGHT TOGETHER BY SOBER LIVING, COMMITTED TO CREATING AN ENVIRONMENT OF HEALING AND RECOVERY. THEIR SERVICES COMPLEMENT THE SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH THE RRH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT PROGRAMS.
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE POTSDAM SNACK PACK PROGRAM BACK-TO-SCHOOL FAIR HELD IN AUGUST AT THE POTSDAM HIGH SCHOOL. TEAM MEMBERS WERE ON HAND TO PASS OUT BRANDED ITEMS AND SHARE HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION WITH CHILDREN AND PARENTS. SEPTEMBER IS DEAF AWARENESS MONTH. DURING THIS MONTH RRH HOSTED EVENTS TO HIGHLIGHT THE CULTURE RICH IN HISTORY, CUSTOMS, AND LANGUAGE. THIS MONTH ALLOWED RRH TO HIGHLIGHT HOW D/DEAF COMMUNITIES WORLDWIDE COME TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE, AND BRING AWARENESS OF DEAF-RELATED ISSUES, THEIR CULTURE, AND LANGUAGE UNIQUE TO D/DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING PEOPLE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATED NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH BY RECOGNIZING THE HERITAGE, HISTORY, TRADITIONS, AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY OF HISPANIC AND LATINX AMERICANS WHOSE HERITAGE IS ROOTED IN SO MANY COUNTRIES. EVENTS INCLUDED A DISPLAY CASE IN THE RIEDMAN TRAINING CENTER; THE SHARING OF HISPANIC/LATINX (CULTURAL) RECIPES; AND BY HOSTING A HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH EVENT IN OCTOBER. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD PRESENTING SPONSOR OF THE 2024 MAKING STRIDES OF ROCHESTER WALK IN OCTOBER. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TEAM SPONSORED THE AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK IN OCTOBER. THIS EVENT SUPPORTS EFFORTS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST SUICIDE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD ELITE SPONSOR OF THE 23RD ANNUAL GOUVERNEUR BREAST & OVARIAN CANCER WALK. ST. LAWRENCE HAS BEEN AN INTEGRAL SPONSOR OF THIS HIGHLY ATTENDED AND IMPORTANT REGIONAL EVENT FOR SEVERAL YEARS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE SEAWAY VALLEY PREVENTION COUNCIL'S RIVER RUN IN OGDENSBURG. SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH, AND A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TEAM WAS THERE TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT RECOVERY IN ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN A FAMILY HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR IN SEPTEMBER. THIS FREE COMMUNITY EVENT PROVIDED HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION AND SERVICES INCLUDING BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS, CAREER INFORMATION, AND MORE. RRH WAS PROUD TO HONOR THE LEGACY OF GARY SMITH, THE HEART BEHIND THE PIRATE TOY FUND. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HIS FAMILY, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S HOSPICE TEAM COLLECTED TOYS TO CONTINUE GARY'S MISSION OF SPREADING JOY TO CHILDREN IN THE GREATER ROCHESTER COMMUNITY. AS PART OF LUNG CANCER AWARENESS MONTH IN NOVEMBER, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH SHED LIGHT ON THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DETECTION. OUR LUNG CANCER SCREENING PROGRAM OFFERS QUICK, NON-INVASIVE SCANS AT NO OUT-OF-POCKET COST TO THOSE ELIGIBLE. IN HONOR OF NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, THE CENTER FOR DIVERSITY, HEALTH EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND JUSTICE HOSTED AN IN-PERSON WITNESS TO INJUSTICE PROGRAM IN COLLABORATION WITH NEIGHBORS OF THE ONONDAGA NATION IN NOVEMBER. HEALTHY MOMS HELD THEIR ANNUAL FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR. THE FAIR IS A FREE COMMUNITY EVENT THAT PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILIES TO CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY RESOURCES, GET SCHOOL SUPPLIES, AND ENTER RAFFLES FOR FREE GIVEAWAYS. NEARLY 500 BACKPACKS WERE FILLED WITH DONATIONS FROM THE COMMUNITY AND THROUGHOUT THE SYSTEM. RRH HOSTED "WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS" IN CONJUNCTION WITH A LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTER. TOPICS DURING THE 2024 SESSIONS INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING:O INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE, WELLNESS & PAIN MANAGEMENTO LIVE TO 100 : SECRETS OF THE BLUE ZONESO PELVIC HEALTHO INDIAN CUISINE WITH LIFESTYLE MEDICINE PROVIDERO EXPERT OPTOMETRIST & DIABETIC RETINOPATHY O EXPERT OPTOMETRIST & CATARACTS & PBWF POT-LUCKO KNEE PAIN & WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWO HARMONY WITHIN: EXPLORING THE WONDERS OF OUR GUT MICROBIOME & MONTHLY PBWF POT-LUCKO TMJ & HEADACHESO FINDING JOY AS WE AGEO YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT: A TWIN EXPERIMENTO HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CAREO EXPERIENCE WITH MEDICAL MISSIONSO USING WELLNESS GUIDELINES TO BUILD STRENGTH AND REMAIN INDEPENDENTO PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND ITS ROLE IN PREVENTING/MANAGING CHRONIC DISEASEO AN UPDATED LOOK AT MENOPAUSAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS & PLANT-BASED POTLUCKO STROKE AWARENESSO TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR BREAST HEALTHO GENETICS AND ONCOLOGYO ANTIOXIDANT SMOOTHIE DEMONSTRATION & MONTHLY PBWF POT-LUCKO CORE STRENGTH, ACTIVATION, AND BACK PAINO PROSTATE CANCER: PREVENTION, SCREENING, TREATMENT & MOREO ANTI-INFLAMMATORY IMMUNE SHOTS + HEALING SOUP + PBWF POT-LUCKO GERD - CAUSES, TREATMENTS AND OBESITYDURING 2024 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS RECOGNIZED AS FOLLOWS: THE ROCHESTER BUSINESS JOURNAL'S HEALTH CARE HEROES RECOGNIZES EXCELLENCE, PROMOTES INNOVATION, AND HONORS THE EFFORTS OF INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS MAKING A NOTEWORTHY IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITY'S QUALITY OF HEALTH CARE. HEALTH CARE HEROES ARE PRESENTED IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER, CHIROPRACTOR, DENTAL SPECIALIST, HEALTH CARE INNOVATION, HEALTH CARE STAFF, LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT, MANAGEMENT, MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL, MENTAL HEALTH, NURSE, PHYSICIAN, SENIOR CARE, SPECIAL NEEDS, AND VOLUNTEER. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MANY ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS ON BEING RECOGNIZED AS HEALTH CARE HEROES. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS RECOGNIZED AMONG THE TOP 150 PLACES TO WORK IN HEALTHCARE. BECKER'S HEALTHCARE PRESTIGIOUS 2024 LIST OF THE NATION'S 150 TOP PLACES TO WORK IN HEALTHCARE. THIS RECOGNITION HONORS THE ENTIRE ROCHESTER-BASED HEALTH SYSTEM COVERING 13 COUNTIES FROM GENESEE COUNTY TO THE NORTHERN TIP OF ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY. IT IS A TESTAMENT TO THE ORGANIZATION'S UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO FOSTERING A SUPPORTIVE, INCLUSIVE, AND REWARDING WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR ITS 20,000 TEAM MEMBERS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IS A BEACON OF EXCELLENCE IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY, CONTINUALLY STRIVING TO CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE TEAM MEMBERS FEEL VALUED, MOTIVATED, AND FULFILLED IN THEIR ROLES. THIS RECOGNITION BY BECKER'S HEALTHCARE REVIEW REAFFIRMS OUR DEDICATION TO FOSTERING A WORKPLACE CULTURE THAT PROMOTES TEAM MEMBERS' WELL-BEING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, WE CARE LIKE FAMILY, AND THAT MEANS EXTENDING CARE BEYOND THE SYMPTOMS WE TREAT. IN 2024, KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION HEALTH NEWS HIGHLIGHTED RRH IN AN EXTENSIVE SERIES OF STORIES ON MEDICAL DEBT AS ONE OF ONLY A FEW NONPROFIT HEALTH SYSTEMS IN THE NATION THAT BAR ALL AGGRESSIVE COLLECTION ACTIVITIES. INSTEAD OF TAKING PATIENTS TO COURT, RRH USES THOSE RESOURCES TO HELP PATIENTS FIND A SOLUTION TO PAY THEIR MEDICAL BILLS, SUCH AS INTEREST-FREE PAYMENT PLANS. THIS APPROACH HELPS RELIEVE FINANCIAL BURDENS FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES, ULTIMATELY STRENGTHENING HEALTH EQUITY IN OUR COMMUNITIES. US NEWS AND WORLD REPORT RELEASED THEIR RANKINGS, INCLUDING TREMENDOUS RESULTS FOR ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH. WE'RE PLEASED TO RECOGNIZE OUR TEAMS AT ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL ONCE AGAIN EARNING THE RANK AS ONE OF THE BEST REGIONAL HOSPITALS IN OUR AREA BY US NEWS & WORLD REPORT. RGH WAS AMONG THE TOP 29 HOSPITALS IN THE STATE AND ONE OF TWO HOSPITALS TO RECEIVE REGIONAL RECOGNITION. ADDING TO THIS HONOR, RGH, CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL, NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, AND UNITY HOSPITAL WERE ALL RECOGNIZED AS BEING HIGH-PERFORMING IN SEVERAL CLINICAL SPECIALTIES AND PROCEDURES INCLUDING: O ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL RANKED HIGH PERFORMING IN NINE AREAS: COPD, DIABETES, HEART ATTACK, HEART FAILURE, KIDNEY FAILURE, LEUKEMIA / LYMPHOMA, PNEUMONIA, PROSTATE CANCER SURGERY, AND STROKE.O UNITY HOSPITAL RANKED HIGH-PERFORMING IN THE TREATMENT OF COPD, DIABETES, HEART FAILURE, HIP REPLACEMENT, AND KNEE REPLACEMENT.O CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL RANKED HIGH-PERFORMING IN THE TREATMENT OF COPD. O NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL RANKED HIGH-PERFORMING FOR THE TREATMENT OF COPD. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSPITALS RECEIVE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION'S GET WITH THE GUIDELINES ACHIEVEMENTS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL, UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, AND UNITY HOSPITAL ON RECEIVING THE FOLLOWING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FROM THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION FOR 2024:O NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (NWCH) RECEIVED: GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT; GET WITH THE GUIDELINES RURAL STROKE SILVER; TARGET: STROKE HONOR ROLL ELITE; TARGET: TYPE 2 DIABETES HONOR ROLLO ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL (RGH) RECEIVED: GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT- HEART FAILURE, GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT- STROKE, TARGET: HEART FAILURE HONOR ROLL, TARGET: STROKE HONOR ROLL ELITE PLUS, TARGET: TYPE 2 DIABETES HONOR ROLLO UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER (UMMC) RECEIVED: GET WITH THE GUIDELINES RURAL CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE STEMI SILVER, STEMI: SILVER PLUS REFERRING, GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT, GET WITH THE GUIDELINES RURAL STROKE SILVER, TARGET: STROKE HONOR ROLL ELITE, TARGET: TYPE 2 DIABETES HONOR ROLL
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): O UNITY HOSPITAL RECEIVED: GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT-STROKE +10-YEAR RECOGNITION, TARGET: STROKE HONOR ROLL ELITE, TARGET: TYPE 2 DIABETES HONOR ROLLTHESE DESIGNATIONS HIGHLIGHT NWCH, RGH, UMMC, AND UNITY'S COMMITMENTS TO APPLYING THE MOST UP-TO-DATE EVIDENCE-BASED TREATMENT GUIDELINES AND THEIR DEDICATION TO PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY CARE TO STROKE, DIABETES, AND HEART DISEASE AND FAILURE PATIENTS IN OUR COMMUNITIES. OUR GERIATRIC SURGERY TEAM WAS HONORED TO PRESENT AT THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS QUALITY AND SAFETY CONFERENCE IN JULY 2024. THIS PUT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S GERIATRIC SURGERY SERVICES FRONT AND CENTER ON THIS NATIONAL STAGE. SEVERAL ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAMS WERE WINNERS OF 2024 GREATER ROCHESTER QUALITY COUNCIL (GRQC) SHOWCASE & PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE AWARDS. THE GRQC'S PERFORMANCE AND EXCELLENCE AWARDS ARE UPSTATE NEW YORK'S PREMIER EVENT RECOGNIZING QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE THROUGHOUT OUR REGION. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAMS ON THIS REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENT:O PLATINUM (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD)- CARE MGMT/SOCIAL WORK TEAM - TREAT TO TARGET INPATIENT DISCHARGE PLANNINGO GOLD (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD)-PATIENT SAFETY/PHARMACY TEAM- HUDDLING TOGETHER: A RELENTLESS FOCUS ON MEDICATION SAFETYO GOLD (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD)- UMMC - A RURAL HOSPITAL'S APPROACH TO ADDRESSING HEART FAILURE PATIENT CARE GAPSO SILVER (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD) - UNITY HOSPITAL PERIOPERATIVE OR COST CONTAINMENTO BRONZE (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD)- LONG TERM CARE - USING NON-PHARMACOLOGICAL INTERVENTIONS TO DECREASE RESIDENTS ON ANTIPSYCHOTIC MEDICATIONS ICON HONORS AWARD HONOREES - CONGRATULATIONS TO THOMAS R. CRILLY, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, AND DAVID J. RIEDMAN, RRH BOARD CHAIR, ON BEING THIS YEAR'S ICON HONORS AWARDS HONOREES. THE ICON HONORS AWARDS RECOGNIZE GREATER ROCHESTER AREA BUSINESS LEADERS OVER THE AGE OF 60 FOR THEIR NOTABLE SUCCESS AND DEMONSTRATION OF STRONG LEADERSHIP BOTH WITHIN AND OUTSIDE OF THEIR CHOSEN FIELD. BECKER'S HEALTHCARE NAMES ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IN TOP 100 FOR CANCER CARE RRH IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR INCLUSION IN BECKER'S HOSPITAL REVIEW'S ESTEEMED LIST OF THE NATION'S TOP 100 HEALTH SYSTEMS WITH OUTSTANDING ONCOLOGY PROGRAMS. THIS RECOGNITION HIGHLIGHTS THE EXCEPTIONAL WORK OF THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE AND ITS DEDICATION TO PROVIDING TOP-TIER, PATIENT-CENTERED CANCER CARE. THE LIST RECOGNIZES INSTITUTIONS, WHICH HAVE "GARNERED NATIONAL ACCLAIM FOR ADVANCING CANCER CARE VIA THEIR CUTTING-EDGE CLINICAL TRIALS AND LIFE-CHANGING RESEARCH." THIS RECOGNITION BY BECKER'S COMES ON THE HEELS OF ANOTHER RECENT ACCREDITATION AS THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE RECEIVED A THREE-YEAR FULL ACCREDITATION AS A NETWORK CANCER PROGRAM FROM THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS COMMISSION ON CANCER. THIS ACCOLADE DISTINGUISHES ROCHESTER GENERAL AND UNITY HOSPITALS AS THE ONLY NETWORK OF CANCER CENTERS IN UPSTATE NEW YORK GRANTED THIS HONOR. CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAM MEMBERS AT LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE ON RECEIVING THIS EXCEPTIONAL RECOGNITION! ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH ALSO SCORED ON BECKER'S 100 HOSPITALS AND HEALTH SYSTEMS WITH HIGH-ACHIEVING ORTHOPEDIC PROGRAMS. RRH'S INCLUSION ONCE AGAIN IN THE BECKER'S HOSPITAL REVIEW LIST OF THE 100 HOSPITALS AND HEALTH SYSTEMS WITH TOP-PERFORMING ORTHOPEDIC PROGRAMS, CELEBRATING OUR LEADERSHIP IN ADVANCING ORTHOPEDIC CARE NATIONWIDE. RRH IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE TREATMENTS, PIONEERING DISCOVERIES, AND INNOVATIVE CLINICAL TRIALS THAT SIGNIFICANTLY IMPROVE PATIENT OUTCOMES. OUR COMMITMENT TO ENHANCING THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ORTHOPEDIC PATIENTS SETS A NATIONAL STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE.ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL (RGH), THE FLAGSHIP OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, IS A REGIONAL LEADER IN HEALTH CARE. THIS 528-BED TERTIARY CARE, TEACHING HOSPITAL SERVES THE GREATER ROCHESTER, NY REGION AND BEYOND. ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL'S NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED PROGRAMS HAVE CONSISTENTLY DEMONSTRATED QUALITY OUTCOMES THAT POSITIVELY IMPACT PATIENTS, THEIR FAMILIES AND THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY. RGH PROVIDES CARE TO MORE MONROE COUNTY RESIDENTS THAN ANY OTHER HOSPITAL IN THE REGION AND, AS A TERTIARY CARE FACILITY, HAS STRONG REFERRAL RELATIONSHIPS WITH SEVERAL REGIONAL HOSPITALS. ROCHESTER GENERAL OFFERS A FULL ARRAY OF SERVICES TO MEET THE MEDICAL NEEDS OF UPSTATE NEW YORK, INCLUDING NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED PROGRAMS IN CARDIAC, CANCER, ORTHOPEDIC, VASCULAR, SURGICAL, STROKE AND DIABETES CARE. RGH IS HOME TO A NUMBER OF CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE INCLUDING THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE AND THE SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE. THE RGH CAMPUS OFFICIALLY OPENED THE SANDS-CONSTELLATION CENTER FOR CRITICAL CARE WITH ITS 7-STORY, 312,000-SQUARE-FOOT STRUCTURE IN OCTOBER 2020. THE CENTER IS HOME TO VISIONARY INNOVATION WITH BREAKTHROUGH TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT, BROUGHT TO LIFE BY EXCEPTIONAL CARE TEAMS WHO ARE TRAINED IN PROVIDING THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF CARE FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT MOST. WITH A NEW SURGICAL CARE CENTER, WOMEN'S HEALTH AND NEWBORN CARE SUITES FOCUSED ON HELPING FAMILIES GROW AND 36 PRIVATE PATIENT ROOMS PER FLOOR IN THE MEDICAL, SURGICAL AND ONCOLOGY CARE AREAS, RGH IS ENHANCING LIVES AND PRESERVING HEALTH IN A PLACE BUILT FOR THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE AND THE LOCAL COMMUNITY.THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE WAS FOUNDED ON A COMMITMENT TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE AND QUALITY CANCER CARE FROM ONE INTEGRATED PROGRAM. AS A RECOGNIZED LEADER IN THE TREATMENT OF CANCER AND BLOOD DISORDERS, THE MOST UP-TO-DATE, INNOVATIVE THERAPIES ARE EMPLOYED AND TAP INTO THE MOST PROMISING RESEARCH IN CANCER DETECTION, DIAGNOSIS, AND TREATMENT. THIS COMMITMENT TO CLINICAL INNOVATION HELPS PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES ENJOY HIGHER SUCCESS RATES, FEWER TREATMENT-RELATED SIDE EFFECTS, AND LONGER, HEALTHIER LIVES.AS WITH THE OVERALL HEALTH SYSTEM, ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL WORKS TIRELESSLY TO EXPAND CARE AND IMPROVE ITS FACILITIES AND BRING STATE-OF-THE-ART MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND PROCEDURES TO OUR PATIENTS AND COMMUNITY. DURING 2024 SOME OF THE MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL'S SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE PERFORMED THE REGION'S FIRST COMMERCIAL EVOQUE IMPLANTATION. THE ORGANIZATION IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE A SIGNIFICANT MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGH IN UPSTATE NEW YORK WITH THE REGION'S FIRST COMMERCIAL IMPLANTATION OF THE EVOQUE TRANSCATHETER TRICUSPID VALVE REPLACEMENT SYSTEM (TTVR). THIS GROUNDBREAKING PROCEDURE, UTILIZES A NEWLY FDA-APPROVED THERAPY, MARKING A PIVOTAL ADVANCEMENT IN THE TREATMENT OF TRICUSPID REGURGITATION. THIS CONDITION OCCURS WHEN THE TRICUSPID VALVE IS UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY, CAUSING BLOOD TO BACKFLOW INTO THE RIGHT ATRIUM. WITH EVOQUE TTVR'S MINIMALLY INVASIVE APPROACH, WE CAN OFFER PATIENTS AN ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL OPEN-HEART SURGERY FOR TRICUSPID VALVE REPAIR. THIS DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL'S COMMITMENT TO PIONEERING STATE-OF-THE-ART MEDICAL TREATMENTS AND IMPROVING PATIENT OUTCOMES. ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL HELD A RIBBON CUTTING FOR THE NEW EP LABORATORY THAT IS NOW OPEN! RGH SPONSORED A FREE SEMINAR ON THE TOPIC OF EXPLORING ORGAN, TISSUE, & EYE DONATION. THIS EVENT IS FREE AND ALL THOSE WHO ARE INTERESTED ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. NURSING TEAMS FROM RGH SPONSORED ST. JOHN FISHER COLLEGE'S NURSING CAMP BY GIVING LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS A GLIMPSE INTO HEALTHCARE CAREERS. THROUGH THIS EVENT, STUDENTS RECEIVED HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE. ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL HELD ITS ANNUAL BABIES WITH BOOKS READ-A-THON TO SUPPORT NICU FAMILIES. THE READ-A-THON IS A NATIONAL CELEBRATION AND HIGHLIGHTS THE MANY BENEFITS OF READING TO NICU BABIES. THIS WAS RGH'S FIFTH YEAR PARTICIPATING. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE (SCHI) ADVANCED HEART FAILURE & MECHANICAL CIRCULATORY SUPPORT TEAM FOR BEING RECOGNIZED AS THE 2024 OUTSTANDING HEART FAILURE CARE TEAM BY THE HEART FAILURE SOCIETY OF AMERICA - HFSA!ROCHESTER GENERAL MEDICAL GROUP (RGMG) OPERATES AS A DIVISION OF RGH. RGMG HAS MORE THAN 40 PRACTICES IN MONROE AND WAYNE COUNTIES WITH SPECIALTIES IN ALLERGY/RHEUMATOLOGY, DERMATOLOGY, DIABETES/ENDOCRINOLOGY, FAMILY MEDICINE, GERIATRICS, INTERNAL MEDICINE, NUTRITION & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT, ORTHOPEDICS, PEDIATRICS, PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION, VASCULAR SURGERY & VEIN CARE AND WOMEN'S HEALTH (OB/GYN). IN ADDITION TO HOSPITAL LOCATIONS, RGMG ALSO OPERATES TWO FULL-SERVICE OUTREACH CAMPUSES AT ALEXANDER PARK AND LINDEN OAKS. ROCHESTER GENERAL COLLEGE OF HEALTH CAREERS (RGCOHC) - IN SEPTEMBER 2020, THE NEW YORK STATE BOARD OF REGENTS APPROVED THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH CAREERS AS A DEGREE GRANTING INSTITUTION. 2021 WELCOMED THE INAUGURAL CLASS ENROLLED IN THE NURSING ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) PROGRAM TO PREPARE THEM FOR A CAREER IN NURSING BY BUILDING UPON THE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS THAT A LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE POSSESSES, WHILE FOCUSING ON THE ROLE TRANSITION TO REGISTERED
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): NURSE. RGCOHC IS DEDICATED TO PREPARING ADULT LEARNERS WITH THE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND COMPETENCIES NECESSARY TO PURSUE HEALTH CAREERS, ADVANCED EDUCATION, AND LIFELONG LEARNING. RGCOHC IS EAGER TO PROVIDE THIS EDUCATION THROUGH CREATIVE PATHWAYS AND PARTNERSHIPS.THE ISABELLA GRAHAM HART SCHOOL OF PRACTICAL NURSING (IGHSPN) AND ROCHESTER GENERAL COLLEGE OF HEALTH CAREERS (RGCOHC) ACHIEVED ACCREDITATION FROM THE ACCREDITATION COMMISSION FOR EDUCATION IN NURSING (ACEN). ACEN IS THE LEADING AUTHORITY IN NURSING EDUCATION ACCREDITATION, WHOSE GOAL IS TO SUPPORT AND STRENGTHEN THE QUALITY OF NURSING EDUCATION. IGHSPN ACHIEVED CONTINUING ACCREDITATION THROUGH 2029 FROM ACEN. DURING 2024, RGCOHC, WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF A NYS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH GRANT, DEVELOPED ITS ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM. THIS PROGRAM IS A 64-CREDIT AND 57-60-WEEKS ACADEMIC PROGRAM THAT WILL LEAD STUDENTS TO AN ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) DEGREE WITH A MAJOR IN SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY AND ELIGIBILITY TO SIT FOR THE NATIONAL CERTIFICATION EXAM. STUDENTS WILL GAIN KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL COMPETENCY THROUGH CLASSROOM AND HANDS-ON PRACTICE IN A REAL-LIFE SURGICAL SKILLS LAB, FOLLOWED BY CLINICAL ROTATIONS IN INPATIENT AND OUTPATIENT OPERATING ROOMS THROUGHOUT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FACILITIES. THE RGCOHC SUBMITTED THE SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM APPLICATION TO THE NEW YORK STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (NYSED) IN JULY 2024. THE SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM CURRICULUM RECEIVED APPROVAL FROM THE NYSED IN NOVEMBER 2024. THE COLLEGE HAS APPLIED FOR PROGRAM ACCREDITATION FROM ABHES DECEMBER 2024. ABHES ACCEPTED THE APPLICATION FOR INITIAL PROGRAM ACCREDITATION REVIEW JANUARY 2025. ADDITIONALLY IN 2024, RGCOHC DEVELOPED AN ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM. THIS PROGRAM IS A 68-CREDIT RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM THAT RANGES BETWEEN 69-75 WEEKS BASED ON LENGTH OF THE SUMMER SESSION COURSES WHICH MAY BE 12 OR 15 WEEKS. THIS ACADEMIC PROGRAM WILL LEAD TO AN ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) DEGREE WITH A MAJOR IN RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY AND ELIGIBILITY TO SIT FOR THE AMERICAN REGISTRY EXAMINATION FOR RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS (ARRT) NATIONAL CERTIFICATION EXAM. STUDENTS WILL GAIN KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL COMPETENCY THROUGH CLASSROOM AND HANDS-ON PRACTICE IN A REAL-LIFE SKILLS LAB, FOLLOWED BY CLINICAL ROTATIONS IN INPATIENT AND OUTPATIENT IMAGING FACILITIES THROUGHOUT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH. THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH CAREERS SUBMITTED THE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM APPLICATION TO THE NEW YORK STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (NYSED) IN JULY 2024. THE COLLEGE WILL PURSUE TWO ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMATIC ACCREDITATIONS FROM THE ACCREDITING BUREAU OF HEALTH EDUCATION SCHOOLS (ABHES) & THE JOINT REVIEW COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION IN RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY (JCERT).UNITY HOSPITAL (UH) IS A 471-BED HOSPITAL LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF GREECE, NY. UH OFFERS A BROAD RANGE OF SPECIALTY CENTERS, INCLUDING THE GOLISANO RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY & REHABILITATION CENTER, THE CHARLES J. AUGUST JOINT REPLACEMENT CENTER, AND THE AUGUST FAMILY BIRTH PLACE. THE HOSPITAL IS ALSO A NEW YORK STATE-DESIGNATED STROKE CENTER.THE ANDREW J. KIRCH DIALYSIS CENTER, LOCATED AT UH, PROVIDES LEADING-EDGE TREATMENT WITH COMPASSIONATE CARE. THE UH NEPHROLOGY TEAM IS DEDICATED TO IMPROVING THE LIVES AND WELL-BEING OF PEOPLE WITH ALL TYPES OF KIDNEY (RENAL) DISORDERS AND HYPERTENSION. UH COMBINES CLINICAL EXPERTISE WITH STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY AND EXCEPTIONAL CARE TO ENSURE THAT EACH PATIENT BENEFITS FROM THE LATEST MEDICAL ADVANCES AND PERSONAL ATTENTION.THE GOLISANO RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY & REHABILITATION CENTER PROVIDES A COMPLETE RANGE OF SERVICES TO ADULTS AND CHILDREN WITH NEUROLOGICAL, ORTHOPAEDIC, AND COMPLEX MEDICAL CONDITIONS. NO OTHER FACILITY IN NEW YORK STATE - AND VERY FEW IN THE COUNTRY - OFFER THE EXCEPTIONAL VARIETY OF RESOURCES AND SERVICES FOUND AT UH. ACCREDITED BY THE COMMISSION ON THE ACCREDITATION OF REHABILITATION FACILITIES (CARF) FOR COMPREHENSIVE INTEGRATED INPATIENT REHABILITATION, BRAIN INJURY, AND STROKE, UH HOUSES THE ONLY PROGRAM IN WESTERN NEW YORK THAT IS CARF-ACCREDITED FOR BRAIN INJURY AND STROKE THAT SERVES CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS. DURING 2024 UNITY HOSPITAL IMPROVED AND EXPANDED SERVICES AND RECEIVED RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS FOR ITS EXEMPLARY SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE, INCLUDING: UNITY HOSPITAL, IN CONJUNCTION WITH INTERVOL, HOSTED A MEDICAL SUPPLY DRIVE. THE DRIVE AIMED TO COLLECT UNUSED AND USABLE MEDICAL SUPPLIES AND DISTRIBUTE THEM TO THOSE IN NEED, PARTICULARLY WITHIN THE UNDER-RESOURCED AND UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES IN ROCHESTER. LOCAL RECIPIENTS INCLUDE 30+ NONPROFITS, INCLUDING OPEN DOOR MISSION, VETERANS OUTREACH CENTER, DAYSTAR KIDS, AND MORE. ITEMS COLLECTED INCLUDED: CRUTCHES, WALKERS, WHEELCHAIRS, FIRST-AID SUPPLIES, WOUND CARE, DRESSINGS, BABY DIAPERS, BABY WIPES, FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS, SOAP, TOOTHBRUSHES AND TOOTHPASTE. UNITY HOSPITAL HOSTED THE MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY CENTER MULTIPLE TIMES DURING 2024. BETWEEN WORK AND FAMILY NEEDS, GETTING A MAMMOGRAM MAY SEEM ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE. THE MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY CENTER MAKES SCREENING SIMPLE AND ACCESSIBLE WITH THE SAME STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY AND CERTIFIED MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGISTS YOU WOULD FIND AT ANY OF OUR BREAST IMAGING CENTERS.UNITY SPECIALTY HOSPITAL (USH) IS THE WESTERN NY REGION'S NEWEST ACCREDITED ACUTE CARE HOSPITAL DELIVERING COST-EFFICIENT, HIGH-QUALITY CARE FOR MEDICALLY COMPLEX PATIENTS WITH KINDNESS, INTEGRITY AND RESPECT. WITH 24/7 PROVIDER COVERAGE AND ESSENTIAL SUPPORT ON-SITE SERVICES LIKE SOCIAL WORK, PHYSICAL THERAPY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY AND SPEECH THERAPY, NUTRITION, WOUND CARE, PSYCHIATRY AND SPECIALTY SERVICES, USH PROVIDES THE SPECIALIZED CARE PATIENTS NEED.UNITY MEDICAL GROUP (UMG) OPERATES AS A DIVISION OF UNITY HOSPITAL. UNITY MEDICAL GROUP HAS 28 OFFICE- AND HOSPITAL-BASED LOCATIONS IN MONROE AND GENESEE COUNTY. THE SERVICES OFFERED BY UNITY MEDICAL GROUP INCLUDE GERIATRICS, PALLIATIVE CARE, SKILLED NURSING HOME SUPPORT, ENDOCRINOLOGY, DENTAL CARE, INTERNAL MEDICINE, PEDIATRICS, FAMILY MEDICINE, OBSTETRICS, GYNECOLOGY, PULMONARY SERVICES, SLEEP SERVICES, INFECTIOUS DISEASE TREATMENT, ORTHOPEDIC SPINE TREATMENT, PROGRESSIVE NEUROVASCULAR SERVICE WITH NEUROLOGY SPECIALTY OUTPATIENT CARE AND ENDOVASCULAR SURGICAL ACUTE CARE. THERE ARE ALSO A SPECIALIZED VASCULAR SURGERY GROUP AND NEPHROLOGY WITH COMPREHENSIVE DIALYSIS SERVICES. NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (NWCH) HAS SERVED GENERATIONS OF WAYNE COUNTY RESIDENTS SINCE 1957 AND CONTINUES TO GROW IN EVERY ASPECT OF ITS HEALTHCARE DELIVERY. THE HOSPITAL IS LICENSED TO OPERATE 120 BEDS OFFERING SERVICES INCLUDING CARDIOLOGY, OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY, ORTHOPEDICS AND PULMONARY CARE, AS WELL AS AN INNOVATIVE TELEMEDICINE PROGRAM. NWCH ALSO OFFERS A FULL ARRAY OF OUTPATIENT SERVICES INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, CARDIAC REHABILITATION, LAB SERVICES, DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING, REHABILITATION SERVICES, AND LAB DRAW STATIONS AND PATIENT IMAGING UNITS IN OTHER PARTS OF WAYNE COUNTY. IN 1997, NWCH ESTABLISHED THE WAYNE COUNTY RURAL HEALTH NETWORK (WCRHN) TO ENCOURAGE GREATER COLLABORATION AMONG HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCIES WITHIN WAYNE COUNTY IN ORDER TO PROVIDE GREATER ACCESS TO NEEDED SERVICES AND TO DEVELOP INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS TO BETTER MEET IDENTIFIED NEEDS. WCRHN IS ONE OF 35 SUCH NETWORKS IN NYS. THE HOSPITAL HAS A RENOVATED BIRTHING CENTER AND EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT. NEWARK-WAYNE IS A NEW YORK STATE-DESIGNATED STROKE CENTER, A NICHE (NURSES IMPROVING CARE FOR HEALTH SYSTEM ELDERS) EXEMPLAR HOSPITAL, AND A RECENT RECIPIENT OF THE WHO BABY-FRIENDLY DESIGNATION. REHABILITATIVE AND LONG-TERM CARE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED THROUGH DEMAY LIVING CENTER, AN ATTACHED FACILITY.NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL WAS DESIGNATED AS A MAGNET ORGANIZATION IN 2019 BY THE ANCC MAGNET RECOGNITION PROGRAM. THIS PRESTIGIOUS DESIGNATION RECOGNIZES EXCELLENCE IN NURSING SERVICES. DURING 2024 NWCH IMPROVED AND EXPANDED SERVICES AND RECEIVED RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS FOR ITS EXEMPLARY SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE, INCLUDING: NEWARK WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, IN CONJUNCTION WITH INTERVOL, HOSTED A MEDICAL SUPPLY DRIVE. THE DRIVE AIMED TO COLLECT UNUSED AND USABLE MEDICAL SUPPLIES AND DISTRIBUTE THEM TO THOSE IN NEED, PARTICULARLY WITHIN THE UNDER-RESOURCED AND UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES IN ROCHESTER. LOCAL RECIPIENTS INCLUDE 30+ NONPROFITS, INCLUDING OPEN DOOR MISSION, VETERANS OUTREACH CENTER, DAYSTAR KIDS, AND MORE. ITEMS COLLECTED INCLUDED: CRUTCHES, WALKERS, WHEELCHAIRS, FIRST-AID SUPPLIES, WOUND CARE, DRESSINGS, BABY DIAPERS, BABY WIPES, FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS, SOAP, TOOTHBRUSHES, TOOTHPASTE AND BLANKETS. NWCH HOSTED A FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENING EVENT WHERE TEAM MEMBERS FROM ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH DERMATOLOGY AND MOHS SURGERY PERFORMED FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENINGS TO ALL IN ATTENDANCE.
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL'S EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT ACHIEVED BRONZE STANDARD FROM THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS. THIS BRONZE STANDARD A LEVEL 3 GEDA ACCREDITATION, FROM THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS (ACEP) AND IS NOW RECOGNIZED AS A GERIATRIC EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT. THIS ACCREDITATION MEANS NWCH'S ED HAS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE THROUGH AN ENHANCED REPUTATION FOR DELIVERING EXCELLENT GERIATRIC PATIENT CARE. NWCH TEAM MEMBERS WERE EXCITED TO WELCOME LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FROM ACROSS THE REGION TO GIVE THEM HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE IN VARIOUS FIELDS OF HEALTHCARE. STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN ACTIVITIES COVERING EVERYTHING FROM EMERGENCY CARE TO REHAB THERAPIES, AND EVEN GOT AN INSIDE LOOK AT A MERCY FLIGHT HELICOPTER.CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL AND CLINIC (CSHC) IS A 262-BED DNV-ACCREDITED COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AND NURSING HOME LOCATED IN THE VILLAGE OF CLIFTON SPRINGS, NY WHICH PROVIDES A LEVEL OF TECHNOLOGY CONSISTENT WITH THAT OF LARGE URBAN HOSPITALS.THE NEWLY OPENED ROB AND PAMELA SANDS EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT IS PART OF RRH'S ONGOING MISSION TO PROVIDE THE HIGHEST QUALITY PATIENT CARE AND TO BEST SERVE THE RESIDENTS OF THE FINGER LAKES REGION. THE DEPARTMENT IS STAFFED AROUND THE CLOCK BY LICENSED PHYSICIANS, PROVIDING COMMUNITY MEMBERS THE CARE THEY NEED AND DESERVE RIGHT WHERE THEY WANT IT, CLOSE TO HOME. NEWLY DESIGNED TO ACCOMMODATE AN INCREASE IN PATIENTS SEEKING TREATMENT AND TO PROVIDE A BETTER, SAFER EXPERIENCE FOR ALL, THE UNIT INCLUDES A SPACIOUS WAITING ROOM, LARGER ACUTE PATIENT ROOMS WITH SPACE FOR SURGE IF NECESSARY, DEDICATED TRIAGE ROOMS TO HELP IMPROVE FLOW OF PATIENTS, ADVANCED TRAUMA CARE TECHNOLOGY, ENHANCED DECONTAMINATION ROOM, AND BETTER LIGHTING WITH STRONGER SECURITY. AN ADJACENT HELIPAD ALLOWS FOR HIGH-ACUITY TRANSFERS TO REGIONAL TRAUMA CENTERS AS NEEDED. FOR THOSE STRUGGLING WITH A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS, CSHC OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE PSYCHIATRIC EMERGENCY PROGRAM (CPEP) PROVIDING EMERGENCY AND CRISIS PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES TO PEOPLE LIVING IN THE FINGER LAKES REGION. THE CPEP UNIT INCLUDES SAFE, PRIVATE AND COMFORTABLE EVALUATION AND CONSULTATION ROOMS, PSYCHIATRIC PATIENT ROOMS, AND PSYCHIATRIC EXTENDED OBSERVATION ROOMS. CSHC'S CPEP ALSO STAFFS A MOBILE CRISIS TEAM WHO CAN MEET PATIENTS WITHIN ONTARIO, WAYNE, SENECA AND YATES COUNTIES. IN ADDITION, THE SPRINGS OF CLIFTON IS AN INTEGRATED HEALTH CARE PROGRAM, COMBINING BOTH CONVENTIONAL AND ALTERNATIVE/COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE. COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES SUPPORT THE MAINTENANCE OF HEALTH AND WELL-BEING AND THE PROCESS OF HEALING AND INCLUDE ACUPUNCTURE, CHIROPRACTIC SERVICES, HYDROTHERAPY, MASSAGE THERAPY, NATUROPATHY, CHINESE MEDICINE, QI GONG, HERBOLOGY, AND REIKI THERAPEUTIC TOUCH. DURING 2024 CSHC IMPROVED AND EXPANDED SERVICES AND RECEIVED RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS FOR ITS EXEMPLARY SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE, INCLUDING: THE COMPREHENSIVE PSYCHIATRIC EMERGENCY PROGRAM (CPEP) MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS AT CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL & CLINIC (CSHC) HOSTED MORE THAN 30 RECRUITS FROM TEN DIFFERENT LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES TO LEARN HOW TO RESPOND TO MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS CALLS AND CONNECT INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS TO THE HELP THEY NEED SAFELY.UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER (UMMC) HAS BEEN SERVING RESIDENTS OF GENESEE COUNTY AND SURROUNDING RURAL COMMUNITIES SINCE ITS INCEPTION AS BATAVIA HOSPITAL IN 1902. TODAY, UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER REPRESENTS MORE THAN 900 EMPLOYEES, ALL COMMITTED TO PROVIDING PATIENTS WITH PERSONALIZED, COMPREHENSIVE, AND STATE-OF-THE-ART CARE.UMMC IS A DESIGNATED NEW YORK STATE STROKE CENTER, PROVIDING A FULL RANGE OF CARE SERVICES TO MEET ITS PATIENTS' NEEDS. THE 131-BED FACILITY INCLUDES A STATE-OF-THE-ART SURGICAL DEPARTMENT, A WOUND CARE CENTER, URGENT CARE, MATERNITY SERVICES, AND A JOINT REPLACEMENT CENTER OF EXCELLENCE - ALONG WITH A NUMBER OF PRIMARY AND SPECIALTY PHYSICIAN OFFICES.UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER IS PROUD TO MANAGE THE NEW YORK STATE CANCER SERVICES PARTNERSHIP GRANT FOR ORLEANS AND GENESEE COUNTIES. UMMC SUPPORTS A NUMBER OF HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMS, DESIGNED TO HELP PATIENTS MAINTAIN THEIR HEALTH THROUGH A RANGE OF COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES SPANNING FROM SPECIAL EVENTS AND HEALTH FAIRS TO CLASSES AND SUPPORT GROUPS. IN 2024, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE GLOW YMCA, CUT THE RIBBON ON BATAVIA'S NEW HEALTHY LIVING CAMPUS. THE NEW 78,000 SQ. FT. STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY OFFERS EVERYTHING FROM PRIMARY CARE AND EXERCISE STUDIOS TO CANCER SCREENING, NUTRITION EDUCATION SERVICES, RECREATION, AND MULTI-USE SPACES FOR ALL AGES UNDER ONE ROOF. THIS BUILDING IS THE NEW JOINT HOME TO ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH BATAVIA PRIMARY CARE, THE GENESEE COUNTY YMCA, AND UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER'S HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMMING. THE HEALTHY LIVING CAMPUS FEATURES 22 EXAM ROOMS AND TWO MEDICAL PROCEDURE ROOMS WHERE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH PROVIDERS OFFER PRIMARY CARE AND TELEMEDICINE APPOINTMENTS, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND CRISIS INTERVENTION SUPPORT AS WELL AS CANCER PREVENTION OUTREACH, CHRONIC ILLNESS, AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERVICES. THE YMCA PORTION BOASTS A BRAND-NEW AQUATIC CENTER, GROUP EXERCISE STUDIOS, A WELLNESS CENTER WITH TOP-OF-THE-LINE FITNESS EQUIPMENT, AN INDOOR TRACK, A TEACHING KITCHEN, AND AN ADVENTURE ROOM PLAY AREA FOR CHILDREN. THERE ARE ALSO A VARIETY OF FAMILY-FRIENDLY, INNOVATIVE, INTERGENERATIONAL SPACES WHERE SENIORS, TEENS, AND FAMILIES CAN CONNECT AND THRIVE THROUGH COLLABORATIVE ACTIVITIES.DURING 2024 UMMC IMPROVED AND EXPANDED SERVICES AND RECEIVED RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS FOR ITS EXEMPLARY SERVICES AND PATIENT CARE, INCLUDING: THE HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK STATE (HANYS) RECENTLY HIGHLIGHTED THE PERINATAL TASK FORCE AT UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER IN ITS MEMBER SPOTLIGHT. THE SPOTLIGHT CELEBRATES THE FORWARD-LOOKING INITIATIVES OF THE TASK FORCE THAT IMPROVE CARE QUALITY AND HEALTH OUTCOMES. THE TASK FORCE IS A COLLABORATION OF THE MOMS PROGRAM AND THE WOMEN'S CARE CENTERS AT UMMC. THEIR TEAM UNDERSTANDS HOW VITAL COMPREHENSIVE PRENATAL CARE IS FOR LONG-TERM MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH OUTCOMES AND HAS SUCCESSFULLY IMPLEMENTED SEVERAL INITIATIVES TO PROMOTE HEALTH EQUITY AND ENABLE WELL-BEING. UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER'S WOUND CARE CENTER COMPLETED A HEALOGICS HAT TRICK. THE UMMC WOUND CARE CENTER RECEIVED THREE HEALOGICS 2023 CENTER AWARDS. THIS ACHIEVEMENT IS THE CENTER'S EIGHTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR RECEIVING A CENTER OF DISTINCTION AWARD, THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR RECEIVING THE CLINICAL EXCELLENCE AWARD, AND THE FIRST YEAR RECEIVING A PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE AWARD. TO EARN A CENTER OF DISTINCTION DESIGNATION, THE CENTER ACHIEVED OUTSTANDING CLINICAL OUTCOMES FOR TWELVE CONSECUTIVE MONTHS, INCLUDING A PATIENT SATISFACTION RATE OF 95% PERCENT, PATIENT OUTLIERS AT LESS THAN 16%, AND A WOUND-ADJUSTED HEALING RATE OF 87%. THE CLINICAL EXCELLENCE AWARD WAS EARNED BY SCORING IN THE TOP 10% OF MORE THAN 600 ELIGIBLE HEALOGICS OUTPATIENT WOUND CARE CENTERS ON THE CLINICAL EXCELLENCE MEASURE. THE CENTER IS ONE OF JUST TWO CENTERS IN NEW YORK STATE TO RECEIVE A 2023 PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE AWARD. IN HONOR OF NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK, UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER HOSTED A ROOTED IN COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION BREAKFAST. UMMC'S HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM CELEBRATED A DECADE OF POST-PARTUM AND BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT THROUGH THE BABY CAF. SINCE 2014, THE BABY CAF HAS SERVED HUNDREDS OF PARENTS BY OFFERING A FREE, SAFE SPACE FOR PREGNANT AND BREASTFEEDING MOMS TO MEET ONE ANOTHER AND RECEIVE PROFESSIONAL LACTATION SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE. UMMC'S BABY CAF IS A VITAL COMPONENT OF POST-PARTUM CARE FOR NEW AND EXPERIENCED MOTHERS. UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER CELEBRATED VETERANS DAY WITH ITS ANNUAL FLAG RAISING CEREMONY IN FRONT OF THE HOSPITAL. THANK YOU TO ALL THE VETERANS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS WHO ATTENDED AND MAKE THIS CEREMONY POSSIBLE EACH YEAR - AND MOST OF ALL, THANK YOU TO ALL THE VETERANS WHO HAVE SERVED. WE ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT UMMC HAS ONCE AGAIN ACHIEVED THE HIGHLY PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL BABY-FRIENDLY DESIGNATION AFTER A RIGOROUS REVIEW PROCESS CONDUCTED BY BABY-FRIENDLY USA. UMMC RECEIVED ITS FIRST DESIGNATION AS A BABY-FRIENDLY HOSPITAL IN 2019. THIS RE-DESIGNATION PERIOD WILL RUN UNTIL 2030. THIS DESIGNATION DEMONSTRATES THAT UMMC ADHERES TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF CARE TO HELP PARENTS AND THEIR BABIES GET OFF TO A HEALTHY START BY HAVING SKIN-TO-SKIN CARE RIGHT AFTER BIRTH, "ROOMING IN OR ALLOWING HEALTHY BABIES TO STAY IN THE ROOM WITH THEIR PARENTS DURING THEIR HOSPITAL STAY, AND BREASTFEEDING WHEN BABIES ARE READY. UMMC JOINS A GROWING LIST OF MORE THAN 20,000 BABY-FRIENDLY HOSPITALS AND BIRTH CENTERS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD, 560 OF WHICH ARE IN THE UNITED STATES, INCLUDING ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL, UNITY HOSPITAL, AND NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL.
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): THESE FACILITIES PROVIDE AN ENVIRONMENT THAT SUPPORTS BREASTFEEDING WHILE RESPECTING EVERY PARENT'S RIGHT TO MAKE THE BEST DECISION FOR THEIR FAMILY.ST. LAWRENCE HEALTH SYSTEM (SLH), A NORTH COUNTRY HEALTH SYSTEM INCLUDING THREE HOSPITALS (CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL, GOUVERNEUR HOSPITAL AND MASSENA HOSPITAL) AND A NETWORK OF PRIMARY AND SPECIALTY CARE PRACTICES JOINED RRH IN 2021 ALLOWING RRH TO EXPAND ITS REGIONAL REACH WHILE ENABLING ST. LAWRENCE TO ELEVATE AND GROW ITS MEDICAL SERVICES. BOTH RRH AND SLH HAVE TRADITIONS OF PROVIDING HIGH QUALITY, COMPASSIONATE CAREAND TOGETHER, IN 2024 THEY CONTINUED TO BRING ABOUT IMPORTANT TECHNOLOGICAL INTEGRATION MILESTONES. ACCOLADES AND ACTIVITY OF THE ST. LAWRENCE HEALTH REGION IN 2024 INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING: THE SLH CLINICAL AND RURAL HEALTH RESEARCH DEPARTMENT HELD A FREE EVENT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC THAT SHONE A SPOTLIGHT ON THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF CLINICAL RESEARCH IN RURAL HEALTHCARE. CLINICAL RESEARCH INITIATIVES ARE BRIDGING THE GAP IN HEALTHCARE ACCESS, ENHANCING TREATMENT OPTIONS, AND IMPROVING OUTCOMES FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES. HYDRATION, NUTRITIOUS SNACKS, AND PRIZES WERE PROVIDED. SLH PARTICIPATED IN THE MONTH LONG CANCER SURVIVORS' EVENT IN JUNE 2024. SLH DONATED GIFT BASKETS AND GIFT CARDS TO THE EVENT. SLH INVITES REGIONAL COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO JOIN THEM FOR VARIOUS "WALK WITH A DOC" EVENTS. 2024 EVENTS INCLUDED:O CELEBRATION OF PRIDE MONTH. THE EVENT WAS HELD AT CLARKSON UNIVERSITY'S MUNTER TRAIL WITH SLH TEAM MEMBERS FROM INFECTIOUS DISEASE, POTSDAM PRIMARY CARE AND MEMBERS OF THE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION COMMITTEE TO LEARN ABOUT OUR COMMITMENT TO PROVIDING QUALITY AND COMPASSIONATE CARE TO ALL COMMUNITY MEMBERS. O AN INDOOR WALK WITH SLH'S CLINICAL NUTRITION MANAGER AND OTHER MEMBERS OF THE ST. LAWRENCE HEALTH NUTRITION DEPARTMENT TO LEARN ABOUT SETTING S.M.A.R.T. GOALS TO LIVE A HEALTHIER LIFE. WATER, HEALTHY SNACKS, AND GIVEAWAYS WERE PROVIDED. THE EVENT WAS FREE AND OPEN TO PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES.O WALK WITH A SLH DERMATOLOGIST AND LEARN ABOUT SKIN HEALTH AND CANCER AWARENESS. PROVIDERS WILL PROVIDE VALUABLE INSIGHTS ON SKIN CANCER DURING A BRIEF TALK WHILE WE ENJOY A LEISURELY WALK TOGETHER. OPEN TO ALL WHO ARE INTERESTED IN PROMOTING SKIN WELLNESS AND PREVENTING SKIN CANCER. WATER, HEALTHY SNACKS, AND GIVEAWAYS WERE PROVIDED.O HEMATOLOGY AND MEDICAL ONCOLOGY DEPARTMENT FOR AN INVIGORATING WALK TO DISCUSS STEPS TO LIVE A LONG LIFE. THIS ENGAGING SESSION WILL FOCUS ON PREVENTATIVE HEALTH, OFFERING PRACTICAL ADVICE TO ENHANCE LONGEVITY AND WELL-BEING. PARTICIPANTS WILL ENJOY A REFRESHING WALK WHILE LEARNING THE ESSENTIAL STEPS TO MAINTAINING A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE. DO NOT MISS THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO GET ACTIVE, INFORMED, AND INSPIRED TOWARDS A HEALTHIER FUTURE. ST. LAWRENCE REGION ACHIEVED THEIR FIRST PATHWAY TO EXCELLENCE DESIGNATION. THIS PRESTIGIOUS RECOGNITION FROM THE AMERICAN NURSES CREDENTIALING CENTER (ANCC) IS A TESTAMENT TO THE UNWAVERING DEDICATION, COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE, AND THE SUPPORTIVE, EMPOWERING ENVIRONMENT THE ST. LAWRENCE REGION HAS CULTIVATED FOR BOTH PATIENTS AND COLLEAGUES. AS A PATHWAY-DESIGNATED ORGANIZATION, OUR NURSES AND NURSING SUPPORT TEAM MEMBERS EMBODY THE PATHWAY STANDARDS THROUGH THE WORK THEY DO EVERY DAY USING THE FOUNDATION OF SHARED DECISION-MAKING, LEADERSHIP SUPPORTING INTER-PROFESSIONAL COLLABORATION, SAFETY, QUALITY, WELL-BEING, AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL INVITED RUNNERS AND JOGGERS OF ALL ABILITIES TO A PERFORMANCE SCREENING EVENT. THE PHYSICAL REHABILITATION TEAM WILL PERFORM ASSESSMENTS OF EACH PARTICIPANT'S CURRENT RUNNING ATTIRE AND EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE FEEDBACK AND RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE PERFORMANCE AND MINIMIZE INJURIES. CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL AND THE CANCER SERVICES PROGRAM TEAMED UP TO OFFER FREE BREAST CANCER SCREENINGS AT MAMMOS IN MAY, WHERE FREE CLINICAL BREAST EXAMS AND MAMMOGRAMS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO ALL WHO ATTEND. IN ADDITION TO THE FREE BREAST EXAMS AND MAMMOGRAMS, WE ALSO PROVIDED SNACKS, PRIZE DRAWINGS, AND FREE MASSAGES. ST. LAWRENCE REGION TEAM MEMBERS ATTENDED THE READY 4 SCHOOL FAIR HELD AT MASSENA HIGH SCHOOL AND DISCUSSED HEALTHIER DRINK OPTIONS FOR STAYING HYDRATED. BOTH STUDENTS AND THEIR PARENTS ATTENDED THE EVENT. CPH HOSTED AN UNDERSTANDING STROKE: RECOGNIZE, RESPOND, RECOVERY EDUCATIONAL EVENT IN JULY 2024. HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FROM THROUGHOUT THE ST. LAWRENCE REGION PARTICIPATED IN A MEDICAL ACADEMY SCIENCE & HEALTH (MASH) CAMP AT CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL. CPR TRAINING WAS AMONG THE NUMEROUS SESSIONS THEY ATTENDED. UPON COMPLETION OF THIS SECTION, THEY EARNED THEIR CPR CERTIFICATION.CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL (CPH) IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE FACILITY CERTIFIED FOR 94 BEDS. ITS CORE PROGRAMS IN EMERGENCY MEDICINE, ACUTE CARE, HOSPITALIST MEDICINE, AND CRITICAL CARE ARE SUPPLEMENTED BY OUTPATIENT HEALTH SERVICES IN BRASHER FALLS, CANTON, COLTON, GOUVERNEUR, MASSENA, NORFOLK, AND POTSDAM, NY. FURTHERMORE, CARE IS PROVIDED IN OVER 25 DIFFERENT SPECIALTIES, INCLUDING A ROBUST ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY AND SPORTS MEDICINE PROGRAM, AND THE CENTER FOR CANCER CARE. CPH OFFERS LEVEL III TRAUMA CARE AND A CRITICAL CARE UNIT, AND IS A CERTIFIED PRIMARY STROKE CENTER.CPH HOUSES THE BIRTHPLACE CENTER WHICH OFFERS OPTIONS FOR PRENATAL CARE, DELIVERY--INCLUDING MIDWIFERY--POST-PARTUM CARE, AND EDUCATION. THE COMBINATION LABOR, DELIVERY, RECOVERY AND POSTPARTUM ROOMS (LDRPS) OFFER FAMILIES A SPACIOUS AND COMFORTABLE AREA DURING THE BIRTHING EXPERIENCE. THE BIRTHPLACE PARTICIPATES IN THE NEW YORK STATE BREASTFEEDING QUALITY IMPROVEMENT IN HOSPITALS PROGRAM. A CERTIFIED LACTATION SPECIALIST PROVIDES BEDSIDE EDUCATION AND ADVICE.EXPANDING CARE AT CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL AS THE FACILITY OPENS ITS NEW EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT. THE BRAND-NEW EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT AT CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL OFFICIALLY OPENED TO THE PUBLIC ON TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17. THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT IS ON THE FIRST FLOOR OF THE NEWLY CONSTRUCTED REGIONAL CARE PAVILION AND IS THE FIRST PHASE OF THE PROJECT TO BE COMPLETED, FOLLOWED BY A GRAND OPENING ON OCTOBER 7. THIS EXPANSION HAS BEEN A COLLECTIVE EFFORT OF DEDICATED TEAM MEMBERS AND VARIOUS CONTRACTED COMPANIES TO HELP BRING COMMUNITY MEMBERS THE EMERGENCY CARE THEY NEED. GOUVERNEUR HOSPITAL (GH) IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CRITICAL ACCESS HOSPITAL FOUNDED IN 2013, AND IS CERTIFIED FOR 25 BEDS. SERVICES INCLUDE INPATIENT DETOX, SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER REHABILITATION, EMERGENCY CARE, IMAGING AND EKG'S, PHYSICAL THERAPY, AND RESPIRATORY THERAPY AS WELL AS OUTPATIENT HEALTH SERVICES TO NEIGHBORING COMMUNITIES.MASSENA HOSPITAL (MH) IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CRITICAL ACCESS 25-BED HOSPITAL. IT PROVIDES INPATIENT MEDICAL, SURGICAL, AND PEDIATRIC SERVICES, IN ADDITION TO EMERGENCY CARE. NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING, RESPIRATORY CARE, PHYSICAL, AND SPEECH THERAPIES ARE ALSO OFFERED AT THE MAIN CAMPUS. NUMEROUS OUTREACH PRIMARY AND SPECIALTY CARE CENTERS OFFER THE COMMUNITY CARDIOLOGY, INFUSION, NEPHROLOGY, NEUROLOGY, OBSTETRICS/ GYNECOLOGY AND WOMEN'S HEALTH, PEDIATRICS, AND SURGICAL CARE. IN APRIL 2025, MH OPENED ITS WOUND CARE CENTER ADDING THIS SERVICE TO ITS PATIENTS. ROCHESTER MENTAL HEALTH CENTER (RMHC) HAS NINE LOCATIONS ACROSS THE COMMUNITY, INCLUDING TWO OF THE AREA'S BEST MENTAL HEALTH CENTERS, GENESEE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER AND ROCHESTER MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, AND OVER 40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND TRADITION. RMHC HAS COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES AND DEDICATED MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROFESSIONALS, WORKING TO HELP PATIENTS ACHIEVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL TO LIVE AND WORK AS PRODUCTIVE MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY. THEY OFFER A COMPREHENSIVE SYSTEM OF CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES; READILY-ACCESSIBLE, CULTURALLY-SENSITIVE SERVICES UNIQUELY MATCHED TO THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF EACH PATIENT AND THEIR FAMILY; CONVENIENT ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH OUTPATIENT SERVICES WITH LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE GREATER ROCHESTER AREA AND AN UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO SERVE THOSE IN THE COMMUNITY WHO HAVE EMOTIONAL NEEDS.CONGRATULATIONS TO THE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TEAM FOR BEING ACCEPTED INTO NEUROSTAR'S BETTER ME GUARANTEE PROVIDER PROGRAM AND JOINING A PRESTIGIOUS GROUP DEDICATED TO EXCELLENCE IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE. THE PROGRAM WAS DEVELOPED IN COLLABORATION WITH A NETWORK OF LEADING EXPERTS IN TRANSCRANIAL MAGNETIC STIMULATION (TMS) AND REPRESENTS OUR COMMITMENT TO RIGOROUS STANDARDS AND HIGH-QUALITY CARE.PRCD, INC. OPERATED THE BARBARA WOLK SCHWARZ WOMEN'S COMMUNITY RESIDENCE THAT PROVIDED A SAFE, HOME-LIKE ENVIRONMENT FOR WOMEN UNDERGOING TREATMENT FOR CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY. IN 2022, THE DIFFICULT DECISION WAS MADE BY PRCD TO SURRENDER ITS OPERATING CERTIFICATE TO NYS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH THEREBY ENDING ALL OF ITS PATIENT CARE ACTIVITIES. IN 2024, THIS ORGANIZATION CONTINUED THE PROCESS OF CLOSING DOWN ITS OPERATIONS.
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR SENIORS D/B/A ELDERONE, (ILS) OFFERS A PROGRAM THAT GIVES THE FRAIL ELDERLY AN ALTERNATIVE TO NURSING HOME PLACEMENT. IT IS DESIGNED TO ENABLE SENIORS TO LIVE IN THEIR OWN HOME SERVED BY A NETWORK OF SUPPORTIVE SERVICES. THE ILS PROGRAM OF ALL-INCLUSIVE CARE FOR THE ELDERLY (PACE) HAS PROVEN THAT INTEGRATING HEALTH CARE SERVICES CAN HAVE A POWERFUL AND BENEFICIAL IMPACT ON INDIVIDUAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING. SENIORS HAVE A CHOICE TO LIVE OUT THEIR LIVES IN THEIR COMMUNITY - ENJOYING FAMILY, MANAGING THEIR HEALTH, MAKING NEW FRIENDS SIMPLIFYING HOW THEY CHOOSE AND PAY FOR NEEDED LONG-TERM CARE. ILS OFFERS ALL OF THE HEALTH, MEDICAL AND SOCIAL SERVICES NEEDED TO HELP AN AGING LOVED ONE MAINTAIN THEIR INDEPENDENCE, DIGNITY AND QUALITY OF LIFE, INCLUDING ADULT DAY CARE; PRIMARY CARE; LABORATORY, X-RAY AND AMBULANCE SERVICES; REHABILITATIVE AND SUPPORT SERVICES; MEDICAL SPECIALTY SERVICES; SKILLED NURSING CARE; ACUTE HOSPITAL CARE; IN-HOME SERVICES; INTERDISCIPLINARY CONSULTATION; AND NURSING HOME CARE SHOULD THE NEED ARISE.ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSPICE CARE AND ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOME CARE (RRH HOSPICE CARE AND RRH HOME CARE) SERVES APPROXIMATELY 20,000 HOME CARE AND HOSPICE PATIENTS PER YEAR IN THE ROCHESTER AND FINGER LAKES REGION. RRH HOSPICE CARE PROVIDES SERVICES TO MINIMIZE PAIN AND MANAGE THE SYMPTOMS OF ADVANCED, LIFE-THREATENING ILLNESS AND ADDRESSES THE SPIRITUAL, EMOTIONAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL CONCERNS OF PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. THE RRH HOSPICE TEAM CELEBRATED MUSIC THERAPY APPRECIATION MONTH WITH A RECEPTION IN APPRECIATION FOR MUSIC THERAPISTS. MUSIC IS HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER AND PRAISED FOR THE GIFTS HE BRINGS TO SO MANY OF OUR HOSPICE PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. RRH HOME CARE PROVIDES COMPASSIONATE IN-HOME HEALTH AND SPECIALTY CARE SERVICES ALLOWING PATIENTS TO MAINTAIN THEIR INDEPENDENCE DURING THE HEALING PROCESS. SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDE SKILLED NURSING, REHAB THERAPIES, MEDICAL SOCIAL WORK, INFUSION THERAPIES AND HOME HEALTH AIDE SERVICES.CLIFTON SPRINGS LIVING CENTER IS A 108-BED SKILLED NURSING FACILITY LOCATED IN CLIFTON SPRINGS. THE 108-BED FACILITY PROVIDES SPECIALIZED SERVICES INCLUDING TRADITIONAL SNF CARE, AS WELL AS SPECIALTY UNITS FOR RESIDENTS WHO REQUIRE POST-ACUTE CARE, VENTILATOR CARE, AND DEMENTIA CARE. THE SERVICES OF REIKI AND HEALING TOUCH THERAPIES ARE OFFERED BY THE NURSING HOME, AND ADDITIONAL SERVICES INCLUDING ACUPUNCTURE, HYDROTHERAPY, MASSAGE THERAPY, AND NATUROPATHY ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE SPRINGS INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CENTER AND SPA. DEMAY LIVING CENTER LOCATED IN NEWARK IS A 180-BED SKILLED NURSING RESIDENCE THAT PROVIDES BOTH CALM AND STIMULATING ATMOSPHERES FOR RESIDENTS. SERVICES INCLUDE: POST-ACUTE CARE, SHORT-TERM REHABILITATION, VENTILATOR CARE, DEMENTIA CARE, PERITONEAL DIALYSIS, WOUND CARE, TELEMEDICINE, NEUROBEHAVIORAL CARE, LONG TERM SKILLED NURSING CARE AND ADULT DAY CARE.EDNA TINA WILSON LIVING CENTER IN ROCHESTER IS A 120-BED SKILLED NURSING FACILITY THAT USES INNOVATIVE NEIGHBORHOOD DESIGN, WITH RESIDENT ROOMS CLUSTERED AROUND THE ACTIVITY CENTER AND THE LIVING AND DINING AREAS TO PROMOTE MORE SOCIAL AND INTERACTIVE LIVING. THE CENTER SPECIALIZES IN LONG-TERM CARE, REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, PAIN MANAGEMENT, RESPIRATORY THERAPY, IV THERAPY, PERITONEAL DIALYSIS SERVICES, RESPITE AND HOSPICE CARE.HILL HAVEN LIVING AND NURSING CENTER IN WEBSTER WAS A 288-BED FACILITY WITH A COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF MEDICAL AND ASSISTED LIVING SENIOR SERVICES, INCLUDING SHORT-TERM REHABILITATION, SKILLED NURSING, RESPIRATORY, IV THERAPY, CENTRAL LINE MEDICATIONS AND MAINTENANCE, POST-SURGICAL WOUND CARE, ON-SITE HEMODIALYSIS, PERITONEAL DIALYSIS, TELEMEDICINE, DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMER'S, AND HOSPICE CARE. IN 2021, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH MADE THE DIFFICULT DECISION TO CLOSE HILL HAVEN. SHIFTING NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY AS WELL AS GROWTH OF IN-HOME AND TRANSITIONAL SENIOR LIVING AND HEALTH CARE OPTIONS PLAYED ROLES IN THE RETIRING OF HILL HAVEN. ALL HILL HAVEN EMPLOYEES WERE REDEPLOYED TO NEW POSITIONS WITHIN THE HEALTH SYSTEM TO LEVERAGE THEIR EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE. EVERY HILL HAVEN RESIDENT WAS SUPPORTED THROUGH THE TRANSITION AS THEY MOVED TO A FACILITY WITHIN THE HEALTH SYSTEM, BACK HOME OR TO A COMMUNITY-BASED SETTING. IN 2024, THE PROCESS OF CLOSING DOWN OPERATIONS CONTINUED. PARK RIDGE LIVING CENTER IS LOCATED IN ROCHESTER. IT RECEIVED A FIVE-STAR RATING FROM THE CENTERS FOR MEDICARE AND MEDICAID SERVICES (CMS), A DESIGNATION GIVEN TO ONLY 10 PERCENT OF NURSING HOMES NATIONWIDE. THIS 120 BED FACILITY IS HOME TO THE 40-BED TIMOTHY R. MCCORMICK TRANSITIONAL CARE CENTER, SPECIALIZING IN JOINT REPLACEMENT AND COMPLEX FRACTURE RECOVERY, STROKE AND NEUROLOGICAL REHABILITATION, PHYSICAL, OCCUPATIONAL AND SPEECH THERAPY, IV THERAPY, AND CENTRAL LINE MEDICATIONS. THE FACILITY'S WEGMAN FAMILY COTTAGES SERVES 80 ELDERS AND ALLOWS THEM TO LIVE IN A HOME-LIKE ENVIRONMENT WHILE RECEIVING SKILLED NURSING CARE. PARK RIDGE LIVING CENTER AND EDNA TINA WILSON LIVING CENTER HAVE BEEN RECOGNIZED AS TWO OF AMERICA'S BEST NURSING HOMES FOR 2025! THIS PRESTIGIOUS HONOR REFLECTS THE DEDICATION OF THE EXCEPTIONAL TEAMS, WHO CONSISTENTLY PROVIDE COMPASSIONATE CARE AND A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR OUR LONG-TERM CARE RESIDENTS. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NEWSWEEK AND STATISTA, THE RANKING HIGHLIGHTS 1,050 NURSING HOMES ACROSS THE 25 STATES WITH THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF FACILITIES, BASED ON DATA FROM THE CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES. THE SELECTION PROCESS EVALUATES NURSING HOMES ON FOUR KEY PILLARS: PERFORMANCE DATA; RECOMMENDATIONS FROM MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS; ACCREDITATIONS; AND RESIDENT SATISFACTION. THIS RECOGNITION UNDERSCORES ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE IN LONG-TERM CARE AND THE DEDICATION OF THE TEAM MEMBERS IN THESE FACILITIES TO PROVIDING THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF CARE FOR OUR RESIDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES.PARK RIDGE LIVING CENTER HOSTED A LUNCHEON TO CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH, FEATURING GOOD COMPANY, MUSIC, AND FOOD, ENJOYED BY ALL!UNITY LIVING CENTER IS A 120-BED STATE-OF-THE-ART SKILLED NURSING FACILITY IN ROCHESTER, FOCUSED ON TREATMENT AND REHABILITATIVE CARE FOR PATIENTS WITH MEDICALLY COMPLEX NEEDS, DEMENTIA, AND BEHAVIORAL CHALLENGES. SPECIAL SERVICES INCLUDE SHORT-TERM REHABILITATION, PULMONOLOGY, RESPIRATORY THERAPY, TRACHEOTOMY CARE, WOUND CARE, PAIN CONTROL, AND IV THERAPY, AND PERITONEAL DIALYSIS, ACCESS TO HEMODIALYSIS, VENTILATOR BEDS, BARIATRIC CARE AND RELAXATION THERAPY TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THOSE WITH CHRONIC DISEASES.THE LONG TERM CARE TEAMS, ACROSS ALL FACILITIES, CAME TOGETHER IN THE FIGHT AGAINST THE DARKNESS OF ALZHEIMER'S. TO SHOW SUPPORT, SOME OF OUR LONG TERM CARE TEAM MEMBERS HOSTED A HOT DOG FUNDRAISER. ADDITIONALLY, TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION WALK AIMED TO RAISE AWARENESS AND FUNDS FOR ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH, SUPPORTING THOSE AFFECTED BY THE DISEASE AND CONTRIBUTING TO THE ONGOING FIGHT FOR A CURE. THANK YOU TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED!MULTIPLE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES EARNED THE COVETED FIVE-STAR STATUS. THE FACILITIES WHO EARNED TOP Q2 RATINGS IN OVERALL CENTER FOR MEDICARE AND MEDICAID SERVICES (CMS) RATINGS AND QUALITY MEASURE METRICS FROM CMS.GOV INCLUDED: CLIFTON SPRINGS NURSING HOME, EDNA TINA WILSON LIVING CENTER, PARK RIDGE LIVING CENTER, UNITY LIVING CENTER, AND DEMAY LIVING CENTER. THE QUALITY MEASURES STAR RATING IS CALCULATED FROM BOTH SHORT- AND LONG-STAY RESIDENT QUALITY MEASURES AND FACTORS IN PERFORMANCE IN AREAS SUCH AS IF RESIDENTS WERE HOSPITALIZED OR HAD FALLS. THIS IS THE FIRST TIME ALL FIVE FACILITIES HAVE RECEIVED 5-STAR RATINGS.FACILITIES WITH 5-STAR STATUS IN THE OVERALL CMS RANKING INCLUDE: CLIFTON SPRINGS NURSING HOME, EDNA TINA WILSON LIVING CENTER, PARK RIDGE LIVING CENTER, AND UNITY LIVING CENTER. THE OVERALL STAR RATING IS A CULMINATION OF RESULTS AND DATA FROM HEALTH INSPECTIONS, STAFFING, AND QUALITY MEASURES AND PROVIDES A SNAPSHOT OF THE QUALITY OF THE NURSING HOME BEING RATED.THE LTC TEAM CELEBRATED ITS LOVE FOR PETS ACROSS OUR COMMUNITIES! OUR TEAM MEMBERS BROUGHT IN THEIR FURRY FRIENDS TO MEET OUR RESIDENTS, PLAYED PET TRIVIA, AND RAFFLED BASKETS FILLED WITH GOODIES GENEROUSLY DONATED BY OUR COMMUNITY. ALL FUNDS RAISED WENT TO VERONA STREET ANIMAL SOCIETY. A HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED!UNITY'S HOUSING GROUP OFFERS 261 AFFORDABLE AND SUBSIDIZED APARTMENTS IN FIVE SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES THAT OFFER COMFORTABLE AND CONVENIENT HOUSING OPTIONS FOR INDEPENDENT ADULTS AGES 55 AND OLDER AT PRICES THAT FIT EVERY BUDGET. RRH OFFERS SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR RESIDENTS OF THE SKYVIEW PARK APARTMENT COMPLEX LOCATED IN THE FORMER MEDLEY CENTRE MALL IN IRONDEQUOIT. THE FACILITY OPENED IN 2022 FOR INDIVIDUALS 55 YEARS OR OLDER WHO MAY BE AT RISK FOR HOMELESSNESS OR WISH TO REMAIN INDEPENDENT.
PART VI, LINE 6 (CON'T): GIVEN THE SUCCESS OF THIS PROJECT, RRH, IN COLLABORATION WITH PATHSTONE, A NOT-FOR-PROFIT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATION, OPENED MIDVALE COMMONS IN 2024. MIDVALE COMMONS PROVIDES AN ADDITIONAL 38 UNITS AS PART OF THE EMPIRE STATE SUPPORTIVE HOUSING INITIATIVE (ESSHI) PROGRAM FOR ELDERLY INDIVIDUALS WHO MAY BE AT RISK FOR HOMELESSNESS OR WISH TO REMAIN INDEPENDENT WITH THE ASSISTANCE OF SUPPORTIVE SERVICES.PARK RIDGE CHILD CARE CENTER CARES FOR CHILDREN BETWEEN EIGHT WEEKS TO TWELVE YEARS OF AGE. LOCATED ON THE UNITY HOSPITAL CAMPUS, THE CENTER OFFERS A SAFE AND NURTURING ENVIRONMENT A HAPPY HOME AWAY FROM HOME WHERE THE HIGHLY TRAINED TEACHERS AND STAFF FOCUS ON MEETING A CHILD'S PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL AND COGNITIVE NEEDS.ROCHESTER AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER (RASC) IS A 29,000 SQUARE-FOOT FACILITY THAT INCLUDES SIX OPERATING ROOMS AND TWO MINOR PROCEDURE ROOMS EQUIPPED WITH STATE OF THE ART EQUIPMENT AND INSTRUMENTATION. THE MISSION OF RASC IS TO PROVIDE A SAFE, CONVENIENT AND COST-EFFECTIVE ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL SURGICAL CARE. LINDEN OAKS SURGERY CENTER IS A FREESTANDING, MULTISPECIALTY AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER WHERE A BROAD RANGE OF OUTPATIENT SURGICAL PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED. THE CENTER OFFERS FOUR OPERATING ROOMS AND TWO PROCEDURE ROOMS WHICH ARE FULLY EQUIPPED WITH PREOPERATIVE AND POST-ANESTHESIA CARE AREAS IN ORDER TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY CARE AND SAFETY IN A CONVENIENT OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER. WESTFALL SURGERY CENTER, OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF SURGICAL SERVICES - FROM GENERAL SURGERY TO PLASTIC SURGERY, PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY CARE IN A CONVENIENT OUTPATIENT SURGERY SETTING. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IMMEDIATE CARE OPERATES THIRTEEN LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE RRH SERVICE AREAS, INCLUDING THE NORTH COUNTRY REGION, WHERE EXPERT PROVIDERS CAN TREAT A WIDE VARIETY OF NON-LIFE THREATENING, URGENT MEDICAL NEEDS, WITH NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED FOR IN-PERSON VISITS. 2024 SAW THE REOPENING OF URGENT CARE- PENFIELD. LOCATED IN THE PENN FAIR PLAZA BUILDING AT 2200 PENFIELD ROAD, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH URGENT CARE PROVIDERS AND STAFF ARE AVAILABLE TO DIAGNOSE AND TREAT MOST NON-LIFE-THREATENING INJURIES AND ILLNESSES, IN ADDITION TO OFFERING A FULL LINE OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES. CONDITIONS INCLUDE: ABDOMINAL PAIN, ALLERGIES, COLD AND FLU SYMPTOMS, EAR INFECTIONS, HEADACHES, SORE THROATS, AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS (UTI). ADDITIONALLY, ORTHOPAEDIC URGENT CARE AT THE HENRIETTA MEDICAL CAMPUS OPENED IN 2024. ORTHO URGENT CARE PROVIDES SAME-DAY CARE FOR UNPLANNED INJURIES OR AILMENTS DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE BODY'S BONE, JOINT, AND SOFT TISSUE STRUCTURES WITH THE FLEXIBILITY TO WALK IN OR CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. RRH PROVIDERS SPECIALIZE IN CARE FOR ORTHOPAEDIC INJURIES AND MUSCULOSKELETAL ISSUES, INCLUDING: SPRAINS/ STRAINS, FRACTURES, SPORTS INJURIES, ACUTE JOINT PAIN, INJURIES TO THE BACK, SHOULDER, KNEE, FOOT/ANKLE, AND/OR HAND/WRIST. SERVICES INCLUDE: X-RAY, BRACING, AND CASTING. ENHANCED STAFFING SOLUTIONS (ESS), A TEMPORARY STAFFING SOLUTIONS COMPANY, OFFERS A STAFFING MODEL THAT REWARDS AGILITY TO THE NEEDS OF THE ORGANIZATION WITH HIGHLY COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION, ENABLES STAFF TO CHOOSE THE LEVEL OF SCHEDULING FLEXIBILITY THEY NEED, AND REMOVES THE NEED FOR A THIRD PARTY STAFFING AGENCY. STAFF CAN CHOSE FROM OPTIONS INTENDED TO FIT A VARIETY OF LIFESTYLE NEEDS INCLUDING JUST-IN-TIME SCHEDULING OR SHORT TERM ASSIGNMENT, WEEKENDS ONLY, AND MORE. ADDITIONALLY, FOR THOSE NOT LIVING IN THE ROCHESTER AREA BUT ARE INTERESTED IN TRAVELING FROM A DISTANCE TO WORK TEMPORARILY AT ONE OF OUR LOCATIONS, ESS PROVIDES TRAVEL ASSIGNMENTS. ACM GLOBAL LABORATORIES IS A FULL SERVICE CLINICAL AND PATHOLOGY LABORATORY CONDUCTING MORE THAN 20 MILLION TESTS EVERY YEAR FOR PHYSICIANS, NURSING HOMES AND HOSPITALS; PHARMACEUTICAL, BIOTECH AND RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONS; COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTERS; AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH GROUPS. ACM HAS OPERATIONS IN THE U.S., U.K., INDIA, CHINA AND SINGAPORE. OPERATIONS EXTEND TO MORE THAN 65 COUNTRIES AND OFFER A BROAD MENU OF CLINICAL, PATHOLOGY AND MOLECULAR TESTING. ACM IS ONE OF THE LARGEST REGIONAL REFERENCE LABORATORIES IN NEW YORK STATE.ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION, NEWARK WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION, CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL AND CLINIC FOUNDATION AND UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION: IN THE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE THE FOUNDATIONS ARE CRITICAL TO SUPPORT THE ABILITY TO MAKE ONGOING INVESTMENTS IN STATE-OF-THE-ART MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY, CLINICAL PROGRAMS, FACILITIES, RESEARCH, AND EDUCATION THAT BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY AS A WHOLE. THE IMPACTS OF THE FOUNDATIONS' EFFORTS ARE VISIBLE THROUGHOUT THE HOSPITALS, AND IN THEIR DISTINGUISHED CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE. THE FOUNDATIONS' FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS DIRECTLY BENEFIT THE ONGOING NEEDS OF THE COMMUNITY THROUGH IMPROVED AND EXPANDED PATIENT CARE PROGRAMS, SERVICES, AND FACILITIES AND HELP PURCHASE EQUIPMENT. THIS ENHANCES THE HIGH-TOUCH AND COMPASSIONATE CARE AVAILABLE TO ALL WHO ARE SERVED IN THE COMMUNITY.
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
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," on Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990.
lBullet Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number
16-0743134
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 Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on 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 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
noncash assistance
(h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) ACTION FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY INC
400 WEST AVE 3RD FLOOR
ROCHESTER,NY14611
16-0902835 501 (C)(3) 10,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(2) AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 10727
ROCHESTER,NY14610
13-1788491 501 (C)(3) 20,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(3) AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION INC
444 LIBERTY AVE SUITE 1300
PITTSBURGH,PA15222
13-5613797 501 (C)(3) 100,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(4) AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION INC
PO BOX 5026
BOONE,IA50950
13-5613797 501 (C)(3) 50,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(5) BATAVIA AIRSHOW FOUNDATION INC
4655 EAST SAILE DR
BATAVIA,NY14020
88-4335288 501 (C)(3) 15,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(6) BRIDGETOWER OPCO LLC
PO BOX 745929
ATLANTA,GA30374
85-3333083 LLC ENTITY 6,480 0     SPONSORSHIP
(7) CANCER ACTION INC
255 ALEXANDER ST
ROCHESTER,NY14607
16-0836556 501 (C)(3) 10,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(8) CANTON POTSDAM HOSPITAL INC
50 LEROY STREET
POTSDAM,NY13676
16-1012691 501 (C)(3) 60,000,000 0     FUNDING
(9) FINGER LAKES HEALTH SYSTEMS AGENCY
1150 UNIVERSITY AVE BLDG 5
ROCHESTER,NY14607
16-1061456 501 (C)(3) 10,050 0     SPONSORSHIP
(10) FRIENDS OF THE CONSTELLATION BRANDS - MARVIN SANDS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
PO BOX 8000 DEPARTMENT 266
BUFFALO,NY14267
20-2236574 501 (C)(3) 16,740 0     SPONSORSHIP
(11) INTERVOL INC
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH SUITE 1200
ROCHESTER,NY14617
16-1347201 501 (C)(3) 18,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(12) LAKE ERIE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
1 LECOM PLACE
ELMIRA,NY14901
25-1698677 501 (C)(3) 10,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(13) MERCY FLIGHT CENTRAL INC
2420 BRICKYARD RD
CANANDAIGUA,NY14424
16-1427751 501 (C)(3) 25,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(14) MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC
1000 EAST HENRIETTA RD
ROCHESTER,NY14623
16-1204210 501 (C)(3) 10,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(15) MONROE COUNTY MEDICAL SOCIETY INC
200 CANAL VIEW BLVD SUITE 202
ROCHESTER,NY14623
16-0755798 501 (C)(6) 35,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(16) PARTNERS IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
45 MAXSON ST
ROCHESTER,NY14609
22-3284700 501 (C)(3) 7,500 0     SPONSORSHIP
(17) PUERTO RICAN FESTIVAL INC
N WINTON RD PO BOX 10098
ROCHESTER,NY14610
16-1454688 501 (C)(3) 7,500 0     SPONSORSHIP
(18) ROC2025 INC
100 CHESTNUT ST
ROCHESTER,NY14604
83-4392577 501 (C)(6) 100,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(19) ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
116 LOMB MEMORIAL DR
ROCHESTER,NY14623
16-0743140 501 (C)(3) 25,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(20) ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL LLC
250 EAST AVE SUITE 2
ROCHESTER,NY14604
20-2498272 LLC ENTITY 85,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(21) ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH
ROCHESTER,NY14617
22-2229425 501 (C)(3) 3,319,195 0     FUNDING
(22) RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ROCHESTER NY INC
333 WESTMORELAND DR
ROCHESTER,NY14620
16-1271311 501 (C)(3) 7,500 0     SPONSORSHIP
(23) TRILLIUM HEALTH INC
259 MONROE AVE
ROCHESTER,NY14607
16-1356734 501 (C)(3) 10,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
(24) YELLOW JACKET RACING LLC
155 CULVER RD SUITE 110
ROCHESTER,NY14620
20-4239351 LLC ENTITY 20,000 0     SPONSORSHIP
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on 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
noncash assistance
(e) Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)
(f) Description of noncash assistance
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
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: CHECK REQUEST AND PURCHASE ORDERS ARE REVIEWED FOR APPROPRIATE AUTHORIZATION AND USE OF FUNDS PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF PAYMENT. RGH MAKES CONTRIBUTIONS TO COMMUNITY-FOCUSED ORGANIZATIONS, GENERALLY CLASSIFIED AS OTHER 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
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OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
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 on 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 on 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
 
 
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 on Line 1a? ....
2
 
 
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 on 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
Yes
 
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
Yes
 
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed on 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," on line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed on 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," on line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any nonfixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
 
No
8
Were any amounts reported on 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" on line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50053T
Schedule J (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

Schedule J (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 2
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 on 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, 1099-MISC compensation, and/or 1099-NEC (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits
(E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D)
(F) Compensation in column (B) reported as deferred on prior Form 990
(i) Base
compensation
(ii) Bonus & incentive
compensation
(iii) Other reportable compensation
1RICHARD DAVIS PHD
CEO
(i)

(ii)
426,107
-------------
1,376,654
507,584
-------------
1,639,888
0
-------------
0
12,644
-------------
40,850
2,194
-------------
7,087
948,529
-------------
3,064,479
0
-------------
0
2THOMAS CRILLY
CFO
(i)

(ii)
187,530
-------------
605,866
197,699
-------------
638,720
401
-------------
1,294
17,769
-------------
57,409
2,233
-------------
7,214
405,632
-------------
1,310,503
0
-------------
0
3GORDON WHITBECK
PHYSICIAN
(i)

(ii)
900,999
-------------
0
596,484
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
84,675
-------------
0
13,415
-------------
0
1,595,573
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
4JENNIFER ESLINGER
COO
(i)

(ii)
221,953
-------------
591,875
189,282
-------------
504,753
0
-------------
0
7,906
-------------
21,082
3,147
-------------
8,392
422,288
-------------
1,126,102
0
-------------
0
5DAVID CHEERAN
PHYSICIAN
(i)

(ii)
1,147,022
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
114,354
-------------
0
10,915
-------------
0
1,272,291
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
6RANDY GREEN
PHYSICIAN
(i)

(ii)
767,716
-------------
0
345,055
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
5,321
-------------
0
1,118,092
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
7HUGH THOMAS
FORMER CAO
(i)

(ii)
0
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
472,390
-------------
610,170
0
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
472,390
-------------
610,170
0
-------------
0
8ALLEN CHENG
PHYSICIAN
(i)

(ii)
773,461
-------------
0
142,308
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
7,214
-------------
0
922,983
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
9SHUYIN LIANG
PHYSICIAN
(i)

(ii)
666,774
-------------
0
235,980
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
10,463
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
913,217
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
10TAMMY SNYDER
PRESIDENT
(i)

(ii)
493,655
-------------
0
185,075
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
14,233
-------------
0
8,394
-------------
0
701,357
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
11CHARLES WHIPPLE
GENERAL COUNSEL
(i)

(ii)
186,500
-------------
240,895
65,455
-------------
84,545
0
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
2,623
-------------
3,388
254,578
-------------
328,828
0
-------------
0
12MARCY C MULCONRY MD
DIRECTOR
(i)

(ii)
0
-------------
201,240
0
-------------
265,628
0
-------------
0
0
-------------
9,565
0
-------------
8,474
0
-------------
484,907
0
-------------
0
13CHRISTIAN CASINI
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
(i)

(ii)
0
-------------
341,091
0
-------------
44,030
0
-------------
0
0
-------------
30,105
0
-------------
4,264
0
-------------
419,490
0
-------------
0
14RANIA AYYAD MD
DIRECTOR
(i)

(ii)
189,228
-------------
0
112,546
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
19,323
-------------
0
12,986
-------------
0
334,083
-------------
0
0
-------------
0
Schedule J (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

Schedule J (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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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 3 COMPENSATION OF THE ORGANIZATION'S TOP MANAGEMENT OFFICIALS IS ESTABLISHED USING THE FOLLOWING: - COMPENSATION COMMITTEE - INDEPENDENT COMPENSATION CONSULTANT - FORM 990 OF OTHER ORGANIZATIONS - COMPENSATION SURVEYS AND STUDIES - APPROVAL BY THE BOARD OR COMPENSATION COMMITTEE ON AN ANNUAL BASIS, THE ORGANIZATION USES AN INDEPENDENT COMPENSATION CONSULTANT TO REVIEW THE SALARIES FOR ALL EXECUTIVES TO ENSURE SUCH SALARIES ARE CONSISTENT WITH MARKET SALARIES PAID TO SIMILARLY SITUATED EXECUTIVES. IN ADDITION, A COMPENSATION COMMITTEE REVIEWS THIS INFORMATION ANNUALLY AND IT IS THEN APPROVED BY THE EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD. FINALLY, EXECUTIVES RECEIVE A WRITTEN LETTER OUTLINING THE SPECIFICS OF THE COMPENSATION AGREEMENT AND THEIR EXPECTED PERFORMANCE.
PART I, LINES 4A-B COMPENSATION TO THE FORMER CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER INCLUDES PAYMENTS AGREED TO UPON SEPARATION FROM THE ORGANIZATION. SEVERANCE PAYMENTS CONTINUE TO BE MADE THROUGH EARLY 2025. THESE PAYMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN ACCRUED OR REPORTED AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2024. SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLANS PROVIDE BENEFITS TO CERTAIN KEY EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH. THE ORGANIZATION MAINTAINS A SECTION 457(F) PLAN WHICH WOULD BE CONSIDERED A SUPPLEMENTAL NON-QUALIFIED RETIREMENT PLAN. THERE WERE NO DISTRIBUTIONS FROM THE PLAN IN 2024.
PART II, COLUMN C: RETIREMENT AND OTHER DEFERRED COMPENSATION - THIS COLUMN IS REFLECTIVE OF THE ACTUARIAL CHANGE IN DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN AND POST-RETIREMENT BENEFITS FOR THE TAX YEAR.
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Schedule K
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information on Tax-Exempt Bonds
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part , line 24a. Provide descriptions,
explanations, and any additional information in Part .
Attach to Form 990.

Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number
16-0743134
Part
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 MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
 
51-0188852 61075TEC8 02-27-2013 61,656,043 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
B MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
 
51-0188852 61075TEV6 02-27-2013 47,262,507 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
C MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
 
51-0188852 61075TRT7 05-18-2017 164,999,706 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
D MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
 
51-0188852 61075TWQ7 11-17-2020 80,767,117 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
THE GENESEE COUNTY FUNDING CORPORATION
 
16-1139027 371669AW2 05-12-2022 38,407,947 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
Part
Proceeds
A B C D
1 Amount of bonds retired ..................        
2 Amount of bonds legally defeased ..............        
3 Total proceeds of issue .................. 61,656,043 47,262,507 164,999,706 80,767,117
4 Gross proceeds in reserve funds .............        
5 Capitalized interest from proceeds ............. 4,116,110   14,928,625  
6 Proceeds in refunding escrows ...............        
7 Issuance costs from proceeds ............... 983,415 795,669 1,899,312 564,686
8 Credit enhancement from proceeds .............        
9 Working capital expenditures from proceeds .............        
10 Capital expenditures from proceeds ............. 57,277,398 57,938,941 148,171,769 80,202,444
11 Other spent proceeds ............. 720,879 11,472,103    
12 Other unspent proceeds .............        
13 Year of substantial completion ............. 2013 2013 2017 2020
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
14 Were the bonds issued as part of a current refunding issue of tax-exempt
bonds (or, if issued prior to 2020, a current refunding issue)? ........
  X   X   X   X
15 Were the bonds issued as part of an advance refunding issue of taxable
bonds (or, if issued prior to 2020, 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  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50193E
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Schedule K (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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Part
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
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?                
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 ....        
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 .........        
6 Total of lines 4 and 5 .............        
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
Arbitrage
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Has the issuer filed Form 8038-T, Arbitrage Rebate, Yield Reduction and Penalty in Lieu of Arbitrage Rebate? ...   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 "Yes" to line 2c, provide in Part the date the rebate
computation was performed ......
3 Is the bond issue a variable rate issue? .....   X   X   X   X
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Part
Arbitrage (Continued)
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
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 ..........  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
c Term of hedge .........        
d Was the hedge superintegrated? ......                
e Was the hedge terminated? ........                
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
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
Supplemental Information. Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule K. (See instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
SCHEDULE K, PART I, BOND ISSUES A (A) ISSUER NAME: MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: FINANCE CERTAIN HOSPITAL RENOVATIONS AND EXPANSION B (A) ISSUER NAME: MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: DEFEASE 2005 BONDS C (A) ISSUER NAME: MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: FINANCE CERTAIN HOSPITAL RENOVATIONS AND EXPANSION D (A) ISSUER NAME: MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: FINANCE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS E (A) ISSUER NAME: THE GENESEE COUNTY FUNDING CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: FINANCE CAPITAL PROJECTS
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Schedule K
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information on Tax-Exempt Bonds
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part , line 24a. Provide descriptions,
explanations, and any additional information in Part .
Attach to Form 990.

Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number
16-0743134
Part
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 MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
 
51-0188852 61075TEC8 02-27-2013 61,656,043 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
B MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
 
51-0188852 61075TEV6 02-27-2013 47,262,507 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
C MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
 
51-0188852 61075TRT7 05-18-2017 164,999,706 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
D MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
 
51-0188852 61075TWQ7 11-17-2020 80,767,117 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
THE GENESEE COUNTY FUNDING CORPORATION
 
16-1139027 371669AW2 05-12-2022 38,407,947 SEE PART VI   X   X   X
Part
Proceeds
A B C D
1 Amount of bonds retired ..................        
2 Amount of bonds legally defeased ..............        
3 Total proceeds of issue .................. 61,656,043 47,262,507 164,999,706 80,767,117
4 Gross proceeds in reserve funds .............        
5 Capitalized interest from proceeds ............. 4,116,110   14,928,625  
6 Proceeds in refunding escrows ...............        
7 Issuance costs from proceeds ............... 983,415 795,669 1,899,312 564,686
8 Credit enhancement from proceeds .............        
9 Working capital expenditures from proceeds .............        
10 Capital expenditures from proceeds ............. 57,277,398 57,938,941 148,171,769 80,202,444
11 Other spent proceeds ............. 720,879 11,472,103    
12 Other unspent proceeds .............        
13 Year of substantial completion ............. 2013 2013 2017 2020
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
14 Were the bonds issued as part of a current refunding issue of tax-exempt
bonds (or, if issued prior to 2020, a current refunding issue)? ........
  X   X   X   X
15 Were the bonds issued as part of an advance refunding issue of taxable
bonds (or, if issued prior to 2020, 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  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50193E
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Schedule K (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 2
Part
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
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?                
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 ....        
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 .........        
6 Total of lines 4 and 5 .............        
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
Arbitrage
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
1 Has the issuer filed Form 8038-T, Arbitrage Rebate, Yield Reduction and Penalty in Lieu of Arbitrage Rebate? ...   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 "Yes" to line 2c, provide in Part the date the rebate
computation was performed ......
3 Is the bond issue a variable rate issue? .....   X   X   X   X
Schedule K (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

Schedule K (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 3
Part
Arbitrage (Continued)
A B C D
Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
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 ..........  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
c Term of hedge .........        
d Was the hedge superintegrated? ......                
e Was the hedge terminated? ........                
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
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
Supplemental Information. Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule K. (See instructions).
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SCHEDULE K, PART I, BOND ISSUES A (A) ISSUER NAME: MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: FINANCE CERTAIN HOSPITAL RENOVATIONS AND EXPANSION B (A) ISSUER NAME: MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: DEFEASE 2005 BONDS C (A) ISSUER NAME: MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: FINANCE CERTAIN HOSPITAL RENOVATIONS AND EXPANSION D (A) ISSUER NAME: MONROE COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: FINANCE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS E (A) ISSUER NAME: THE GENESEE COUNTY FUNDING CORPORATION (F) DESCRIPTION OF PURPOSE: FINANCE CAPITAL PROJECTS
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THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
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FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A: ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH (ROCHESTER REGIONAL/RRH) (I.E. THE PARENT ORGANIZATION AND ITS RELATED AFFILIATES) IS AN INTEGRATED HEALTH SYSTEM ROOTED IN COMMUNITY, SERVING TOGETHER TO UPLIFT HUMANITY THROUGH COMPASSIONATE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE OF ROCHESTER, THE FINGER LAKES REGION, AND NEW YORK STATE'S NORTH COUNTRY. THROUGH ROBUST INVESTMENTS IN PEOPLE, FACILITIES, AND TECHNOLOGY IN EACH COMMUNITY WE SERVE, ROCHESTER REGIONAL STANDS OUT FOR ITS ABILITY TO BRING THE HIGHEST QUALITY CARE CLOSE TO HOME. ACROSS WESTERN NEW YORK, THE FINGER LAKES, ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY AND BEYOND, RRH PROUDLY SERVES THE COMMUNITY THROUGH ITS NINE HOSPITALS PROVIDING INPATIENT, ADVANCED AND CRITICAL CARE; HUNDREDS OF OUTPATIENT SPECIALTY, URGENT CARE AND PRIMARY CARE PRACTICES; BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY TREATMENT CENTERS; INNOVATIVE AND COMFORTING SENIOR SERVICES; COMPASSIONATE HOME CARE AND HOSPICE CARE PROGRAMS; AND LABORATORIES, INCLUDING SPECIALIZED CLINICAL TRIAL AND TOXICOLOGY TESTING FACILITIES. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HAS A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED HEART PROGRAM AND A NATIONALLY ACCREDITED CANCER CENTER, AND OFFERS PATIENTS MANY OF THE SAME LEADING EDGE TREATMENT OPTIONS FOUND AT THE COUNTRY'S FINEST MEDICAL CENTERS. FROM SURGERY TO ORTHOPEDICS, WOMEN'S HEALTH TO EMERGENCY CARE, PEOPLE ALL ACROSS WESTERN NY AND NYS'S NORTH COUNTRY TURN TO ROCHESTER REGIONAL FOR THEIR EXPERIENCE, COMPASSION AND EXPERTISE IN HELPING THEM GET BACK TO LIVING THEIR LIVES. POVERTY TRENDS, COMMUNITY HEALTH RESEARCH AND NEEDS ASSESSMENTS ARE REVIEWED ON A REGULAR BASIS WHILE PLANNING COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVES ARE ACTIVELY ENGAGED IN VARIOUS COMMUNITY HEALTH COLLABORATIONS WITH THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS, STATE HEALTH DEPARTMENT, AND LOCAL NOT-FOR-PROFIT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICE AGENCIES, AND ACTIVELY WORK TO RESPOND TO COMMUNITY PRIORITIES AND DEVELOP PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT FILL A GAP OR SUPPLEMENT AN EXISTING PROGRAM. MOST ROCHESTER REGIONAL COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OTHER COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS OR GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES, IN ORDER TO LEVERAGE RESOURCES TO MEET COMMUNITY NEEDS. INFORMATION REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF COMMUNITY HEALTH PROGRAMS, ASSISTANCE WITH HEALTH INSURANCE ENROLLMENT AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR MEDICAL CARE RECEIVED AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HOSPITALS, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS, OUTPATIENT DEPARTMENTS OR LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES IS DISSEMINATED TO THE PUBLIC IN ELECTRONIC FORM ON THE ORGANIZATION'S WEBSITE. AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND SOCIAL JUSTICE ARE WOVEN INTO THE TAPESTRY OF OUR CULTURE AND HEALTH EQUITY IS OUR TRUE NORTH. RRH IS COMMITTED TO FOSTERING A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT WHERE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS ARE INCLUDED, VALUED, AND RESPECTED. BY ESTABLISHING AND MAINTAINING COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS, RRH IS LEADING EFFORTS TO CULTIVATE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT AND DELIVER HIGH-QUALITY PATIENT OUTCOMES AND EXPERIENCES. WE BELIEVE OUR WORKFORCE AND PATIENT CARE ARE DIRECTLY CONNECTED AND ARE COMMITTED TO ENSURING THAT OUR TEAMS AND EACH PATIENT WE CARE FOR ENJOYS BETTER, HEALTHIER LIVES. TWO OF THE KEYS TO REDUCING HEALTH DISPARITIES AND BUILDING HEALTH LITERACY ARE COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND EDUCATION. TO THIS END, RRH HAS DEVELOPED TARGETED INTERVENTIONS, COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS. RRH IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING A RELAXED AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT TO ASK QUESTIONS, AND HAD MEDICAL EXPERTS THAT PROVIDED SOLID, RELEVANT AND TIMELY INFORMATION SO THAT PEOPLE COULD MAKE INFORMED HEALTHCARE DECISIONS. THE RRH COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS ARE HOSTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH A WIDE RANGE OF LEADERS THROUGHOUT THE COMMUNITY. RRH HAS PARTNERED WITH VARIOUS COMMUNITIES SUCH AS THE LATINX COMMUNITY, RURAL MIGRANT FARMERS, FAITH COMMUNITIES, DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING, LGBTQ+, VETERANS, PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITIES, ELDERS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS, ADOLESCENTS AND PARENTS. WITH THESE PARTNERSHIPS RRH HAS BEEN ABLE TO FORM STRONG COMMUNITY BONDS. WITH COVID INFORMATION NOW WIDELY AVAILABLE, RRH IS PIVOTING ITS COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS TO FOCUS ON HEALTH AND WELLNESS. RRH PLANS TO CONTINUALLY EVALUATE AND ADJUST THE FOCUS OF ITS COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS TO ENSURE OTHER PRESSING TOPICS, SUCH AS HEALTH SCREENINGS AS A PREVENTIVE MEASURE, ARE ALWAYS AT THE FOREFRONT AND CONTINUED EDUCATION IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE TO THE COMMUNITY. AS A RESULT OF THESE EFFORTS, RRH WAS RECOGNIZED AMONG THE NATION'S TOP DEI ADVOCATES. CITING RRH'S "FANTASTIC" DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION (DEI) OFFICE, THE HEALTHCARE DIVERSITY COUNCIL HAS GRANTED RRH A TOP 3 HEALTHCARE DIVERSITY ORGANIZATIONS AWARD. THE COUNCIL COMMENDED RRH DEI INITIATIVES TO REDUCE HEALTHCARE DISPARITIES IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES; RECRUIT AND RETAIN A DIVERSE WORKFORCE; AND IMPLEMENT COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS SURROUNDING COVID-19. RRH'S ACTIVE PURSUIT OF DIVERSITY IN OUR WORK ENVIRONMENT AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS MAKES IT A "PERFECT" AWARD RECIPIENT, THE COUNCIL STATED. THE HEALTHCARE DIVERSITY COUNCIL IS AN ORGANIZATION DEVOTED TO PROMOTING AN INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT OF CARE AT MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS NATIONWIDE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IS ALSO LEADING THE INDUSTRY WITH ITS SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS. RRH BELIEVES IN THE CLOSE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE WELL-BEING OF OUR COMMUNITY, ENVIRONMENT, AND OUR FINANCIAL HEALTH. GUIDED BY THIS BELIEF, RRH MANAGES ITS RESOURCES CONSCIENTIOUSLY, AIMING TO LIMIT OUR ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT AND SPEARHEAD SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES IN THE REGION. THOUGH IT IS KNOWN THAT HOSPITALS CONSUME MORE THAN DOUBLE THE ENERGY THAN TYPICAL COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS AND GENERATE SIGNIFICANT WASTE PER PATIENT, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IS STEADFAST IN BREAKING THIS NORM. THE RRH SUSTAINABILITY DEPARTMENT IS DEVOTED TO REFINING THE HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE, PRESERVING A ROBUST ENVIRONMENT, AND CURBING HEALTHCARE COSTS. THEY ACTIVELY MANAGE WASTE, ELIMINATING HARMFUL SUBSTANCES, AND FOSTERING A SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY FOR NOW AND FUTURE GENERATIONS. QUALITY AND SAFETY ARE AT THE CORE OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S PURPOSE TO HEAL, COMFORT, PROMOTE HEALTH AND DELIVER CARE THAT ENHANCES LIVES. BY TAKING A PROACTIVE APPROACH, RRH DESIGNS PATIENT-CENTERED SYSTEMS THAT DELIVER HIGH-QUALITY CARE, SAFELY. THROUGH SYSTEM-WIDE PROGRAMS WE ARE CONSISTENTLY IMPROVING THE SAFETY AND QUALITY OF THE CARE WE PROVIDE; ENSURING REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AND COORDINATING ACCREDITATIONS OF LOCATIONS AND PROGRAMS; PREVENTING ERRORS AND WORKING TO ENHANCE THE CARE DELIVERED IN OUR REGION AND ACROSS THE COUNTRY; AND PROVIDING EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES, PATIENTS AND VISITORS. A CORNERSTONE OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S STRATEGIC PLAN IS TO INVEST IN A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS MODELTHAT IS, TO PRIORITIZE INVESTMENTS IN GROWTH AND SERVICES THAT CREATE LONG-TERM VALUE. DESPITE THE CHALLENGES WITHIN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY, ROCHESTER REGIONAL CONTINUES TO CELEBRATE PROGRESS ON INITIATIVES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUTURE OF THE INSTITUTION AND THE HEALTH OF THE NEW YORK STATE COMMUNITIES IT SERVES. EXAMPLES INCLUDE: BREAKING GROUND ON A NEW MEDICAL CAMPUS IN GENEVA. THIS FACILITY WILL BE A 58,000-SQUARE-FOOT DESTINATION MEDICAL CAMPUS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN THE TOWN OF GENEVA. THIS NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY WILL BRING BOTH NEW AND PRE-EXISTING PRACTICES TOGETHER IN ONE CENTRAL LOCATION. THE GENEVA MEDICAL CAMPUS WILL FEATURE CLOSE TO 90 EXAM ROOMS AND MULTIPLE SPECIALTIES INCLUDING PRIMARY CARE, PEDIATRICS, CARDIOLOGY, ORTHOPEDICS, NEUROSCIENCE, WOMEN'S HEALTH, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, PHYSICAL THERAPY, AND CANCER CARE WITH AN 8-BAY INFUSION DEPARTMENT. THIS EXTENSIVE MEDICAL CAMPUS WILL PROVIDE A VAST RANGE OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES ALL IN ONE ULTRAMODERN FACILITY- FURTHER ANCHORING RRH'S COMMITMENT TO THE PEOPLE OF GENEVA AND BEYOND. THE GENEVA MEDICAL CENTER IS TESTAMENT TO RRH'S CORE VALUE THAT WE ARE "ROOTED IN COMMUNITY". THIS CENTER WILL PROMOTE HEALTH AND HEALING IN THE COMMUNITY BY DELIVERING COMPREHENSIVE, QUALITY HEALTHCARE TO GENEVA FOR YEARS TO COME. PLANS PROJECT THE CAMPUS TO OPEN BY THE END OF 2025. IN 2024, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE GLOW YMCA, CUT THE RIBBON ON BATAVIA'S NEW HEALTHY LIVING CAMPUS. THE NEW 78,000 SQ. FT. STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY OFFERS EVERYTHING FROM PRIMARY CARE AND EXERCISE STUDIOS TO CANCER SCREENING, NUTRITION EDUCATION SERVICES, RECREATION, AND MULTI-USE SPACES FOR ALL AGES UNDER ONE ROOF. THIS BUILDING IS THE NEW JOINT HOME TO ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH BATAVIA PRIMARY CARE, THE GENESEE COUNTY YMCA, AND UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER'S HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAMMING. THE HEALTHY LIVING CAMPUS FEATURES 22 EXAM ROOMS AND TWO MEDICAL PROCEDURE ROOMS WHERE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH PROVIDERS OFFER PRIMARY CARE AND TELEMEDICINE APPOINTMENTS, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND CRISIS INTERVENTION SUPPORT AS WELL AS CANCER PREVENTION OUTREACH, CHRONIC ILLNESS, AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION SERVICES.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A: (CONTINUED) THE YMCA PORTION BOASTS A BRAND-NEW AQUATIC CENTER, GROUP EXERCISE STUDIOS, A WELLNESS CENTER WITH TOP-OF-THE-LINE FITNESS EQUIPMENT, AN INDOOR TRACK, A TEACHING KITCHEN, AND AN ADVENTURE ROOM PLAY AREA FOR CHILDREN. THERE ARE ALSO A VARIETY OF FAMILY-FRIENDLY, INNOVATIVE, INTERGENERATIONAL SPACES WHERE SENIORS, TEENS, AND FAMILIES CAN CONNECT AND THRIVE THROUGH COLLABORATIVE ACTIVITIES. 2024 SAW THE REOPENING OF URGENT CARE- PENFIELD. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH URGENT CARE PROVIDERS AND STAFF ARE AVAILABLE TO DIAGNOSE AND TREAT MOST NON-LIFE-THREATENING INJURIES AND ILLNESSES, IN ADDITION TO OFFERING A FULL LINE OF OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES. CONDITIONS INCLUDE: ABDOMINAL PAIN, ALLERGIES, COLD AND FLU SYMPTOMS, EAR INFECTIONS, HEADACHES, SORE THROATS, AND URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS (UTI). ADDITIONALLY, ORTHOPAEDIC URGENT CARE AT THE HENRIETTA MEDICAL CAMPUS OPENED IN 2024. ORTHO URGENT CARE PROVIDES SAME-DAY CARE FOR UNPLANNED INJURIES OR AILMENTS DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE BODY'S BONE, JOINT, AND SOFT TISSUE STRUCTURES WITH THE FLEXIBILITY TO WALK IN OR CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. RRH PROVIDERS SPECIALIZE IN CARE FOR ORTHOPAEDIC INJURIES AND MUSCULOSKELETAL ISSUES, INCLUDING: SPRAINS/ STRAINS, FRACTURES, SPORTS INJURIES, ACUTE JOINT PAIN, INJURIES TO THE BACK, SHOULDER, KNEE, FOOT/ANKLE, AND/OR HAND/WRIST. SERVICES INCLUDE: X-RAY, BRACING, AND CASTING. VIRTUAL URGENT CARE CONTINUES TO BE AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR MINOR INJURIES AND COMMON ILLNESSES FROM THE COMFORT OF THE PATIENT'S HOME, OR WHEREVER THEY MAY BE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL IS FORGING AHEAD ON ALL FRONTS OF A STRATEGIC PLAN WHOSE PURPOSE IS TO UPLIFT HUMANITY THROUGH CARE FOR THE COMMUNITY WITH A VISION TO BECOME A NATIONAL MODEL OF HEALTH AND HEALING. THE FOUR PILLARS OF THE STRATEGIC PLAN ARE AS FOLLOWS: STRENGTHEN OUR COMMUNITIES COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP WILL GROW TRUST WITH THOSE WE SERVE SOLIDIFY RRH'S POSITION AS A CORNERSTONE OF COMMUNITY HEALTH. RELENTLESS FOCUS ON QUALITY AND SAFETY IMPROVED QUALITY AND SAFETY WILL POSITION US AS THE PROVIDER OF CHOICE FOR PATIENTS BUILD AND CONTINUALLY FOCUS ON A CULTURE OF QUALITY AND SAFETY. UNLEASH THE POWER OF OUR PEOPLE EMPOWERED PEOPLE WILL ALLOW US TO TAKE OUR ORGANIZATION TO THE NEXT LEVEL ENGAGE PEOPLE TO COMMIT, BELONG AND GROW AT RRH. GROWTH AN EVOLVED HEALTH CARE DELIVERY MODEL WILL BETTER SERVE PATIENTS BECOME THE MOST ACCESSIBLE AND CONVENIENT SYSTEM IN THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE AND INNOVATE TO TRANSFORM CARE DELIVERY OPERATIONS. 2024 CONTINUED TO BE A CHALLENGING YEAR FOR THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. IN RESPONSE TO THESE CHALLENGES RRH RESPONDED BY TAKING MEASURES TO ENSURE THE SAFETY OF PATIENTS, TEAM MEMBERS AND THE BROADER COMMUNITY. THE ACTIONS CONTINUED INTO 2024 AND INCLUDED: ROCHESTER REGIONAL CONTINUED TO PROVIDE HEALTH AND WELLNESS EDUCATION ON MULTIPLE PLATFORMS INCLUDING: SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITE, MYCARE PATIENT PORTAL, PHONE MESSAGING, AND E-NEWSLETTER. MORE SPECIFICALLY: O RRH'S "HEALTH HIVE," AN ONLINE PORTAL OF ARTICLES AND HELPFUL HINTS IN DEALING WITH A HOST OF HEALTH RELATED TOPICS. DURING 2024, MORE THAN 115 ARTICLES WERE PUBLISHED. O RRH PARTICIPATED IN OVER 300 NEWS ARTICLES, SPECIAL REPORTS, AND INTERVIEWS OVER A VARIETY OF MEDIUMS INCLUDING TV, RADIO AND PRINTED NEWS ARTICLES. ADDITIONALLY, RRH MADE OVER 2,500 SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS ACROSS MULTIPLE PLATFORMS INCLUDING FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, TWITTER AND LINKEDIN. O THE ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND JUSTICE OFFICE HOSTED COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS WITH VARIOUS COMMUNITY AND CHURCH GROUPS. ATTENDEES HAVE JOINED FROM ROCHESTER AND ALSO THROUGHOUT OTHER PARTS OF THE US. RRH ESTABLISHED AND CONTINUES TO MAINTAIN COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS TO ENSURE THOSE MOST VULNERABLE IN THE COMMUNITY ARE WELL SERVED, INCLUDING: O PHARMACY PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM IS A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AND MCKESSON RXO TO PROVIDE FREE MEDICATIONS, MEDICAL DEVICES, AND/OR CO-PAY ASSISTANCE TO HELP OUR UNINSURED, UNDERINSURED, AND LOW-INCOME PATIENTS AFFORD THEIR PRESCRIPTIONS. OUR DEDICATED ACCOUNT MANAGERS AT MCKESSON IDENTIFIED QUALIFIED PATIENTS AND MANAGE PROCUREMENT, FREEING UP HOSPITAL RESOURCES FOR PATIENT CARE. O RRH PARTNERED WITH THE LOCAL AHL TEAM, THE ROCHESTER AMERICANS, TO SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT HEART HEALTH. AT HOME GAMES IN FEBRUARY 2024 ATTENDEES PARTICIPATED IN THE "HEART MONTH MINUTE" CHALLENGE, WHERE A FEW LUCKY FANS WENT HEAD-TO-HEAD FOR A SPECIAL HEART-HEALTHY PRIZE. O ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AND THE ROCHESTER RED WINGS CAME TOGETHER TO RAISE AWARENESS OF THE IMPORTANCE OF PREVENTION, RECOGNITION, AND RAPID TREATMENT OF STROKE. THE EVENT INCLUDED PROVIDING SUPPORT TO STROKE SURVIVORS IN OUR COMMUNITY AND HELP CELEBRATE THE INCREDIBLE STROKE CARE WE PROVIDE AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH. O ANNUAL HOCKEY FIGHTS CANCER NIGHT THE ROCHESTER AMERICANS DONATED A PORTION OF TICKET SALES TO LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE TO SUPPORT ITS GOALS OF PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CARE TO PATIENTS LIVING WITH CANCER. O BIPOC PARENT MENTAL HEALTH PROJECT HOSTED A SPECTACULAR EVENT IN HONOR OF NATIONAL MINORITY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH GREATLY VALUES THE PARTNERSHIP IN SERVING THE NEEDS OF OUR COMMUNITY AND WE ARE THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INAUGURAL ROC FAMILY FEUD COMPETITION. O RRH CONTINUES ITS ALLIANCE WITH ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (RIT). THE STRATEGIC ALLIANCE OFFERS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES FOR FACULTY, STUDENTS AND HEALTH PROFESSIONALS. IT IS DEDICATED TO INNOVATION IN MEDICAL CARE, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOR THE BETTERMENT OF INDIVIDUALS IN OUR INSTITUTIONS AND THE GREATER ROCHESTER COMMUNITY. RRH AND ITS EMPLOYEES HAVE AN INCREDIBLY STRONG COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITIES THEY SERVE. IN 2024 EVENTS SPONSORED AND HELD BY RRH INCLUDE: DURING CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH, RRH BROUGHT AWARENESS TO THE CAUSES, PREVENTION, AND TREATMENT OF CERVICAL CANCER AND THE PROFESSIONALS ACROSS THE SYSTEM WHO EDUCATE AND SUPPORT PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. RRH SPONSORED A SPECIAL MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. EVENT. THIS EVENT WAS OPEN TO STAFF AND THE COMMUNITY AND CONSISTED OF A KEYNOTE SPEAKER, MUSICAL GUESTS, AND SEVERAL OTHER SPEAKERS. RRH HELD A VIRTUAL STROKE SYMPOSIUM A DAY OF INSIGHT AND ENGAGING DISCUSSIONS THAT FOCUSED ON THE INTERDISCIPLINARY CLINICAL CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF STROKE AND CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASE. REGIONAL STROKE EXPERTS DISCUSSED THE LATEST ADVANCES IN THE CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF ACUTE, ISCHEMIC, AND HEMORRHAGIC STROKE, AS WELL AS OTHER CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASES, FROM INITIAL PRESENTATION TO REHABILITATION. HEART FAILURE SYMPOSIUM: SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE HOSTED AN EVENING OF PRESENTATIONS AND COMPELLING DISCUSSIONS DESIGNED FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS, INCLUDING CARDIOLOGISTS, PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIANS, AND OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS INTERESTED IN CARE FOR HEART FAILURE PATIENTS. THE EVENT WAS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL THOSE WHO MAY BE INTERESTED. NATIONAL CANCER PREVENTION MONTH - ACCORDING TO THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER RESEARCH, THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ESTIMATES THAT MILLIONS OF AMERICANS WILL RECEIVE A NON-MELANOMA CANCER DIAGNOSIS IN 2023 ALONE. RESEARCH ALSO SHOWS THAT MANY OF THESE CANCERS CAN BE ATTRIBUTED TO PREVENTABLE CAUSES, SUCH AS SMOKING, EXCESS BODY WEIGHT, SUN EXPOSURE, AND MORE. NATIONAL CANCER PREVENTION MONTH IS A REMINDER TO GET PREVENTATIVE SCREENINGS, EAT HEALTHILY, EXERCISE, AND MORE. AMERICAN HEART MONTH - DURING AMERICAN HEART MONTH, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH AIMS TO EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON RISK FACTORS, PREVENTATIVE CARE, TREATMENT, AND MORE REGARDING HEART HEALTH. BLACK HISTORY MONTH - ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH THROUGHOUT FEBRUARY. BLACK HISTORY MONTH STARTED AS A WEEKLONG CELEBRATION IN 1926. SINCE THEN, IT HAS GROWN INTO A MONTH-LONG EVENT TO EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT AFRICAN AMERICAN CONTRIBUTIONS TO AMERICAN HISTORY. CARDIAC REHABILITATION WEEK, INITIATED BY THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CARDIOVASCULAR AND PULMONARY REHABILITATION (AACVPR), COINCIDES WITH VALENTINE'S DAY AND AMERICAN HEART MONTH TO DRAW GREATER NATIONAL ATTENTION TO HEART HEALTH. THIS YEAR'S THEME, "HEARTWORK AND DEDICATION," HONORS THE PATIENTS' FAMILIES AND HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS DEDICATED TO GIVING CARDIAC REHABILITATION PATIENTS A NEW START. IN HONOR OF BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH, THE TEAM AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S GOLISANO RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY & REHAB IS PARTNERING WITH LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS TO COLLECT NEW BIKE AND SKATE HELMETS FOR THOSE IN NEED. ALL HELMETS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED BY THE CITY OF ROCHESTER R-CENTERS AND THE INJURY FREE COALITION FOR KIDS OF ROCHESTER.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A: (CONTINUED) IN HONOR OF SOCIAL WORK MONTH, THE RRH TEAM IS COLLECTING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS OR SIMILAR TO HELP OUR SOCIAL WORKERS SUPPORT COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN NEED: DIAPERS, FORMULA, BED SHEET SETS, GIFT CARDS FOR PHARMACIES (RITE AID, CVS, WALGREENS, ETC.), GIFT CARDS FOR GROCERY STORES (WEGMANS, WALMART, TOPS, ETC.), GIFT CARDS FOR TRANSPORTATION (UBER, LYFT), OTHER NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS, FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS AND BABY MONITORS. RRH CELEBRATED WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH AND THE "WOMEN WHO ADVOCATE FOR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION." EVENTS WERE HELD TO RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE BOTH ANTONIA NOVELLO, MD, WHO WAS BOTH THE FIRST WOMAN AND THE FIRST HISPANIC TO SERVE AS U.S. SURGEON GENERAL IN 1990; AND SUSIE WALKING BEAR YELLOWTAIL'S CONTRIBUTIONS TO HISTORY AND HEALTHCARE. SUSIE WALKING BEAR YELLOWTAIL, RN, WAS THE FIRST NATIVE AMERICAN REGISTERED NURSE. SHE WAS ALSO THE FIRST NATIVE AMERICAN NURSE POSTHUMOUSLY INDUCTED INTO THE AMERICAN NURSING ASSOCIATION'S HALL OF FAME. THE INDIA HERITAGE MUSEUM AT THE VINOD AND VINAY LUTHRA INDIA HERITAGE CENTER PROUDLY PRESENTS HOLISTIC HARMONY NURTURING HEALTH AND LONGEVITY. TWO COMPLEMENTARY EXHIBITS WILL BE SHOWCASED: PLANT-BASED LIVING AND THE YOGA OF B.K.S. IYENGAR. THE EVENT ALSO INCLUDES A PANEL DISCUSSION FEATURING TWO ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH PHYSICIANS. ADMISSION IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. PARTICIPANTS LEARNED ABOUT HEALTHY PLANT-BASED EATING AND IYENGAR YOGA THROUGH VIBRANT AND INFORMATIVE DISPLAYS, TALKS, DEMONSTRATIONS, AND CLASSES. IN ADVANCE OF THE 2024 FLOWER CITY CHALLENGE RACE, RRH'S CERTIFIED ATHLETIC TRAINER PARTICIPATED IN A PRE-RACE TALK IN CONJUNCTION WITH FLEET FEET ROCHESTER. THIS FREE EVENT PROVIDED INSIGHTS ABOUT HOW TO TRAIN FOR A HALF MARATHON, UNDERSTANDING THE INS AND OUTS OF NUTRITION AS WELL AS KEY POINTS ON MOBILITY, STRETCHING, HYDRATION, AND MORE. VARIOUS RRH PROVIDERS PARTICIPATED IN MEDICINE MINIS FROM "THE TINY TRAILBLAZER," A SERIES OF ENGAGING BRIEF INTERVIEWS BY A VIBRANT YOUNG INTERVIEWER PASSIONATE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY AND HEALTHCARE. THESE INTERVIEWS SHARED INSIGHTS INTO THEIR PROVIDER ROLES, EXPERTISE, AND EXCITING EXPERIENCES. SESSIONS FEATURES INCLUDED: A FOCUS ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF MAINTAINING A HEALTHY HEART; UNDERSTANDING URGENT CARE AND EXPLORING THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN URGENT CARE, THE HOSPITAL AND MORE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATED NATIONAL MINORITY HEALTH MONTH UNDER THE THEME OF "BE THE SOURCE FOR BETTER HEALTH: IMPROVING HEALTH OUTCOMES THROUGH OUR CULTURES, COMMUNITIES, AND CONNECTIONS," HELPS US UNDERSTAND HOW THE UNIQUE ENVIRONMENTS, CULTURES, HISTORIES, AND CIRCUMSTANCES OF SOCIAL DETERMINANTS OF HEALTH (SDOH), RACIAL, AND ETHNIC MINORITIES IMPACT OVERALL HEALTH. THROUGHOUT THE MONTH RRH LEANED INTO OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & JUSTICE BY BUILDING AWARENESS AROUND HEALTH DISPARITIES THAT PERSIST AMONG RACIAL AND ETHNIC MINORITY GROUPS AND ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO TAKE ACTION TO END THESE INEQUITIES. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS FROM THE UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN (UPREP) FOR THIS YEAR'S MEN IN HEALTHCARE EVENT. THE TWO-DAY EVENT ALLOWED STUDENTS FROM UPREP TO GET HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE, INCLUDING LEARNING CPR. THE EVENT, ORGANIZED BY OUR DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION TEAM, ALLOWED STUDENTS TO HEAR FROM INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS IN NURSING, RESEARCH, AND MORE AND HIGHLIGHTED POTENTIAL CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN HEALTHCARE. RRH WAS ONCE AGAIN A KEY CONTRIBUTOR AND SPONSOR OF THE IMAGINE RIT: CREATIVITY & INNOVATION FESTIVAL. THIS EVENT FEATURED 350+ EXHIBITS AND 2,200+ EXHIBITORS. VISITORS OF ALL AGES EXPERIENCED INTERACTIVE PRESENTATIONS, HANDS-ON DEMONSTRATIONS, EXHIBITIONS, PERFORMING ARTS, AND RESEARCH PROJECTS. THE RRH EXHIBIT INCLUDED THERAPY DOGS, LED BY ROCDOG; CPR INSTRUCTION, AND MORE IN CELEBRATION OF EARTH DAY 2024, RRH SPONSORED SPECIAL ACTIVITIES ACROSS ITS LOCATIONS, INCLUDING TREE SAPLING GIVEAWAYS AT EACH OF THE HOSPITALS AND AN E-WASTE DROP-OFF. BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH WEEK EVENT HOSTED BY MEMBERS FROM OUR WOMEN'S HEALTH TEAM RAISED AWARENESS OF BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH AND IMPROVE BLACK MATERNAL HEALTH OUTCOMES. THE EVENT BROUGHT WOMEN'S HEALTH PROFESSIONALS FROM THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER TO DISCUSS THE CRUCIAL TOPIC AND LEARN FROM REAL-LIFE BIRTHING SCENARIOS. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE 2024 ROCHESTER HEART WALK & RUN. HEART DISEASE AND STROKE AFFECT PEOPLE IN PERSONAL AND LIFE-CHANGING WAYS, BUT COLLABORATION FROM DEDICATED RESEARCHERS AND VOLUNTEERS HAS RESULTED IN SIGNIFICANT MEDICAL ADVANCEMENTS OVER 100 YEARS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH DERMATOLOGY AND MOHS SURGERY HOSTED A FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENING EVENT IN MAY. THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND NO INSURANCE IS NECESSARY. RRH EXTENDED CARE AND GERIATRICS TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR AT GREECE RIDGE MALL. THE FREE EVENT FEATURED INFORMATION ON SENIOR HEALTH SERVICES, FREE SCREENINGS, AND MORE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED A HEALTHCARE CAREER EVENT FOR LOCAL 7TH AND 8TH-GRADE STUDENTS FROM THE YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL IN ROCHESTER IN MAY AT THE WOMEN IN HEALTHCARE EVENT. THIS EVENT EXPLORED THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN, ESPECIALLY WOMEN OF COLOR, IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. STUDENTS HEARD FROM PROFESSIONALS CURRENTLY WORKING IN NURSING, ADMINISTRATION, COMMUNICATIONS, AND RECRUITING, WHO SHARED THEIR INSIGHTS, EXPERIENCES, AND CAREER TRAJECTORIES. THE YOUNG WOMEN ALSO EXPERIENCED HANDS-ON LEARNING IN HEALTH-RELATED WORKSHOPS AND LEARNED ABOUT THE DIVERSE OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY. THE EVENT WAS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO INTRODUCE YOUNG WOMEN TO THE VARIOUS HEALTHCARE CAREERS AVAILABLE AND IS A PRIME EXAMPLE OF HOW OUR TEAM MEMBERS ARE ROOTED IN COMMUNITY. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN THE COMMUNITY RESOURCE EVENT HOSTED BY ACTION FOR A BETTER COMMUNITY IN MAY 2024. THIS COMMUNITY EVENT INCLUDED LIVE PERFORMANCES, FREE FOOD, RAFFLES, HEALTH SCREENINGS, AND FUN FOR FAMILIES. RRH TEAM MEMBERS PROVIDED BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS, CAREER INFORMATION, AND MORE. RRH PROVIDES CARE WITH PRIDE. RRH SPONSORED PRIDE PARADES AND FESTIVALS IN EACH OF THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH THEY SERVE. RRH TEAMED UP WITH THE CITY OF ROCHESTER TO DISTRIBUTE OVER 100 HELMETS FOR KIDS LEARNING TO BIKE AND SKATE AT CITY R-CENTERS! THANKS TO THE INCREDIBLE TEAM MEMBERS AT THE GOLISANO RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY & REHABILITATION CENTER AND THE MANY LOCAL BUSINESSES WE MADE SOME GREAT STRIDES IN PREVENTING BRAIN INJURY AND HELPING OUR AREA'S CHILDREN TO LEARN HOW TO BIKE AND SKATE IN A SAFE WAY. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSTED A TABLE AT THE 30TH ANNUAL SENIORAMA HEALTH & INFORMATION FAIR IN JULY AT THE AKWESASNE MOHAWK CASINO RESORT BINGO PALACE. OVER 100 SENIORS FROM SURROUNDING COUNTIES ATTENDED THE EVENT. RRH HOSTED THE MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK KICK-OFF BREAKFAST IN AUGUST. EDUCATIONAL BREASTFEEDING EVENT - ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HELD AN INFORMATIONAL EVENT DURING NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING MONTH IN COLLABORATION WITH HEALTHY MOMS AND HEALTHY STEPS, THIS EVENT TAILORED TO BREASTFEEDING MOMS OF INFANTS TO SIX-MONTH-OLDS WILL FEATURE A WELCOME BREAKFAST, THREE SHORT BREAK-OUT SESSIONS, AND CONCLUDE WITH RAFFLES AND GIVEAWAYS. THE RRH CHRONIC DISEASE SELF-MANAGEMENT PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR ADULTS DEALING WITH CANCER, HEART DISEASE, STROKE, DIABETES, ARTHRITIS, OR ANY CHRONIC CONDITION. THIS PROGRAM WELCOMES INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS, OFFERING SUPPORT, EMPOWERMENT, AND PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVED QUALITY OF LIFE. THE HOSTED EVENT HELPS THOSE DEALING WITH THESE CONDITIONS TO CONNECT WITH OTHERS FACING SIMILAR CHALLENGES. PARTICIPANTS LEARNED HOW TO: ENGAGE IN BREATHING AND DISTRACTION TECHNIQUES; IMPROVE COMMUNICATION WITH HEALTHCARE TEAMS; SET GOALS THROUGH ACTIONABLE PLANS; UNDERSTAND THE NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF FOOD; ESTABLISH CONNECTIONS WITH YOUR PEERS; INCREASE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY; RECOGNIZE WARNING SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS; AND CHOOSE HEALTHIER FOOD ALTERNATIVES. RRH SUPPORTED THE 10TH ANNUAL ROCOVERY FITNESS RUN/WALK AND X-CHALLENGE. ROCOVERY FITNESS IS A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY OF PHYSICALLY ACTIVE INDIVIDUALS BROUGHT TOGETHER BY SOBER LIVING, COMMITTED TO CREATING AN ENVIRONMENT OF HEALING AND RECOVERY. THEIR SERVICES COMPLEMENT THE SERVICES OFFERED THROUGH THE RRH SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER TREATMENT PROGRAMS.
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A: (CONTINUED) ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE POTSDAM SNACK PACK PROGRAM BACK-TO-SCHOOL FAIR HELD IN AUGUST AT THE POTSDAM HIGH SCHOOL. TEAM MEMBERS WERE ON HAND TO PASS OUT BRANDED ITEMS AND SHARE HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION WITH CHILDREN AND PARENTS. SEPTEMBER IS DEAF AWARENESS MONTH. DURING THIS MONTH RRH HOSTED EVENTS TO HIGHLIGHT THE CULTURE RICH IN HISTORY, CUSTOMS, AND LANGUAGE. THIS MONTH ALLOWED RRH TO HIGHLIGHT HOW D/DEAF COMMUNITIES WORLDWIDE COME TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE, AND BRING AWARENESS OF DEAF-RELATED ISSUES, THEIR CULTURE, AND LANGUAGE UNIQUE TO D/DEAF AND HARD-OF-HEARING PEOPLE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH CELEBRATED NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH BY RECOGNIZING THE HERITAGE, HISTORY, TRADITIONS, AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY OF HISPANIC AND LATINX AMERICANS WHOSE HERITAGE IS ROOTED IN SO MANY COUNTRIES. EVENTS INCLUDED A DISPLAY CASE IN THE RIEDMAN TRAINING CENTER; THE SHARING OF HISPANIC/LATINX (CULTURAL) RECIPES; AND BY HOSTING A HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH EVENT IN OCTOBER. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD PRESENTING SPONSOR OF THE 2024 MAKING STRIDES OF ROCHESTER WALK IN OCTOBER. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TEAM SPONSORED THE AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION OUT OF THE DARKNESS WALK IN OCTOBER. THIS EVENT SUPPORTS EFFORTS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST SUICIDE. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD ELITE SPONSOR OF THE 23RD ANNUAL GOUVERNEUR BREAST & OVARIAN CANCER WALK. ST. LAWRENCE HAS BEEN AN INTEGRAL SPONSOR OF THIS HIGHLY ATTENDED AND IMPORTANT REGIONAL EVENT FOR SEVERAL YEARS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE SEAWAY VALLEY PREVENTION COUNCIL'S RIVER RUN IN OGDENSBURG. SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH, AND A REPRESENTATIVE OF THE SL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TEAM WAS THERE TO PROMOTE AND SUPPORT RECOVERY IN ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS PARTICIPATED IN A FAMILY HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR IN SEPTEMBER. THIS FREE COMMUNITY EVENT PROVIDED HEALTH-RELATED INFORMATION AND SERVICES INCLUDING BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS, CAREER INFORMATION, AND MORE. RRH WAS PROUD TO HONOR THE LEGACY OF GARY SMITH, THE HEART BEHIND THE PIRATE TOY FUND. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HIS FAMILY, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S HOSPICE TEAM COLLECTED TOYS TO CONTINUE GARY'S MISSION OF SPREADING JOY TO CHILDREN IN THE GREATER ROCHESTER COMMUNITY. AS PART OF LUNG CANCER AWARENESS MONTH IN NOVEMBER, ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH SHED LIGHT ON THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DETECTION. OUR LUNG CANCER SCREENING PROGRAM OFFERS QUICK, NON-INVASIVE SCANS AT NO OUT-OF-POCKET COST TO THOSE ELIGIBLE. IN HONOR OF NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH, THE CENTER FOR DIVERSITY, HEALTH EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND JUSTICE HOSTED AN IN-PERSON WITNESS TO INJUSTICE PROGRAM IN COLLABORATION WITH NEIGHBORS OF THE ONONDAGA NATION IN NOVEMBER. HEALTHY MOMS HELD THEIR ANNUAL FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR. THE FAIR IS A FREE COMMUNITY EVENT THAT PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY FOR FAMILIES TO CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY RESOURCES, GET SCHOOL SUPPLIES, AND ENTER RAFFLES FOR FREE GIVEAWAYS. NEARLY 500 BACKPACKS WERE FILLED WITH DONATIONS FROM THE COMMUNITY AND THROUGHOUT THE SYSTEM. RRH HOSTED "WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS" IN CONJUNCTION WITH A LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTER. TOPICS DURING THE 2024 SESSIONS INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING: O INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE, WELLNESS & PAIN MANAGEMENT O LIVE TO 100 : SECRETS OF THE BLUE ZONES O PELVIC HEALTH O INDIAN CUISINE WITH LIFESTYLE MEDICINE PROVIDER O EXPERT OPTOMETRIST & DIABETIC RETINOPATHY O EXPERT OPTOMETRIST & CATARACTS & PBWF POT-LUCK O KNEE PAIN & WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW O HARMONY WITHIN: EXPLORING THE WONDERS OF OUR GUT MICROBIOME & MONTHLY PBWF POT-LUCK O TMJ & HEADACHES O FINDING JOY AS WE AGE O YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT: A TWIN EXPERIMENT O HOSPICE AND PALLIATIVE CARE O EXPERIENCE WITH MEDICAL MISSIONS O USING WELLNESS GUIDELINES TO BUILD STRENGTH AND REMAIN INDEPENDENT O PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND ITS ROLE IN PREVENTING/MANAGING CHRONIC DISEASE O AN UPDATED LOOK AT MENOPAUSAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS & PLANT-BASED POTLUCK O STROKE AWARENESS O TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR BREAST HEALTH O GENETICS AND ONCOLOGY O ANTIOXIDANT SMOOTHIE DEMONSTRATION & MONTHLY PBWF POT-LUCK O CORE STRENGTH, ACTIVATION, AND BACK PAIN O PROSTATE CANCER: PREVENTION, SCREENING, TREATMENT & MORE O ANTI-INFLAMMATORY IMMUNE SHOTS + HEALING SOUP + PBWF POT-LUCK O GERD - CAUSES, TREATMENTS AND OBESITY DURING 2024 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS RECOGNIZED AS FOLLOWS: THE ROCHESTER BUSINESS JOURNAL'S HEALTH CARE HEROES RECOGNIZES EXCELLENCE, PROMOTES INNOVATION, AND HONORS THE EFFORTS OF INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS MAKING A NOTEWORTHY IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITY'S QUALITY OF HEALTH CARE. HEALTH CARE HEROES ARE PRESENTED IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES: ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER, CHIROPRACTOR, DENTAL SPECIALIST, HEALTH CARE INNOVATION, HEALTH CARE STAFF, LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT, MANAGEMENT, MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL, MENTAL HEALTH, NURSE, PHYSICIAN, SENIOR CARE, SPECIAL NEEDS, AND VOLUNTEER. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MANY ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS ON BEING RECOGNIZED AS HEALTH CARE HEROES. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH WAS RECOGNIZED AMONG THE TOP 150 PLACES TO WORK IN HEALTHCARE. BECKER'S HEALTHCARE PRESTIGIOUS 2024 LIST OF THE NATION'S 150 TOP PLACES TO WORK IN HEALTHCARE. THIS RECOGNITION HONORS THE ENTIRE ROCHESTER-BASED HEALTH SYSTEM COVERING 13 COUNTIES FROM GENESEE COUNTY TO THE NORTHERN TIP OF ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY. IT IS A TESTAMENT TO THE ORGANIZATION'S UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO FOSTERING A SUPPORTIVE, INCLUSIVE, AND REWARDING WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR ITS 20,000 TEAM MEMBERS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IS A BEACON OF EXCELLENCE IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY, CONTINUALLY STRIVING TO CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE TEAM MEMBERS FEEL VALUED, MOTIVATED, AND FULFILLED IN THEIR ROLES. THIS RECOGNITION BY BECKER'S HEALTHCARE REVIEW REAFFIRMS OUR DEDICATION TO FOSTERING A WORKPLACE CULTURE THAT PROMOTES TEAM MEMBERS' WELL-BEING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. AT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, WE CARE LIKE FAMILY, AND THAT MEANS EXTENDING CARE BEYOND THE SYMPTOMS WE TREAT. IN 2024, KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION HEALTH NEWS HIGHLIGHTED RRH IN AN EXTENSIVE SERIES OF STORIES ON MEDICAL DEBT AS ONE OF ONLY A FEW NONPROFIT HEALTH SYSTEMS IN THE NATION THAT BAR ALL AGGRESSIVE COLLECTION ACTIVITIES. INSTEAD OF TAKING PATIENTS TO COURT, RRH USES THOSE RESOURCES TO HELP PATIENTS FIND A SOLUTION TO PAY THEIR MEDICAL BILLS, SUCH AS INTEREST-FREE PAYMENT PLANS. THIS APPROACH HELPS RELIEVE FINANCIAL BURDENS FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES, ULTIMATELY STRENGTHENING HEALTH EQUITY IN OUR COMMUNITIES. US NEWS AND WORLD REPORT RELEASED THEIR RANKINGS, INCLUDING TREMENDOUS RESULTS FOR ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH. WE'RE PLEASED TO RECOGNIZE OUR TEAMS AT ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL ONCE AGAIN EARNING THE RANK AS ONE OF THE BEST REGIONAL HOSPITALS IN OUR AREA BY US NEWS & WORLD REPORT. RGH WAS AMONG THE TOP 29 HOSPITALS IN THE STATE AND ONE OF TWO HOSPITALS TO RECEIVE REGIONAL RECOGNITION. ADDING TO THIS HONOR, RGH, CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL, NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, AND UNITY HOSPITAL WERE ALL RECOGNIZED AS BEING HIGH-PERFORMING IN SEVERAL CLINICAL SPECIALTIES AND PROCEDURES INCLUDING: O ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL RANKED HIGH PERFORMING IN NINE AREAS: COPD, DIABETES, HEART ATTACK, HEART FAILURE, KIDNEY FAILURE, LEUKEMIA / LYMPHOMA, PNEUMONIA, PROSTATE CANCER SURGERY, AND STROKE. O UNITY HOSPITAL RANKED HIGH-PERFORMING IN THE TREATMENT OF COPD, DIABETES, HEART FAILURE, HIP REPLACEMENT, AND KNEE REPLACEMENT. O CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL RANKED HIGH-PERFORMING IN THE TREATMENT OF COPD. O NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL RANKED HIGH-PERFORMING FOR THE TREATMENT OF COPD. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH HOSPITALS RECEIVE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION'S GET WITH THE GUIDELINES ACHIEVEMENTS. ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THAT NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL, UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, AND UNITY HOSPITAL ON RECEIVING THE FOLLOWING ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS FROM THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION FOR 2024: O NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (NWCH) RECEIVED: GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT; GET WITH THE GUIDELINES RURAL STROKE SILVER; TARGET: STROKE HONOR ROLL ELITE; TARGET: TYPE 2 DIABETES HONOR ROLL O ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL (RGH) RECEIVED: GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT- HEART FAILURE, GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT- STROKE, TARGET: HEART FAILURE HONOR ROLL, TARGET: STROKE HONOR ROLL ELITE PLUS, TARGET: TYPE 2 DIABETES HONOR ROLL O UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER (UMMC) RECEIVED: GET WITH THE GUIDELINES RURAL CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE STEMI SILVER, STEMI: SILVER PLUS REFERRING, GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT, GET WITH THE GUIDELINES RURAL STROKE SILVER, TARGET: STROKE HONOR ROLL ELITE, TARGET: TYPE 2 DIABETES HONOR ROLL
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A: (CONTINUED) O UNITY HOSPITAL RECEIVED: GET WITH THE GUIDELINES: GOLD PLUS ACHIEVEMENT-STROKE +10-YEAR RECOGNITION, TARGET: STROKE HONOR ROLL ELITE, TARGET: TYPE 2 DIABETES HONOR ROLL THESE DESIGNATIONS HIGHLIGHT NWCH, RGH, UMMC, AND UNITY'S COMMITMENTS TO APPLYING THE MOST UP-TO-DATE EVIDENCE-BASED TREATMENT GUIDELINES AND THEIR DEDICATION TO PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY CARE TO STROKE, DIABETES, AND HEART DISEASE AND FAILURE PATIENTS IN OUR COMMUNITIES. OUR GERIATRIC SURGERY TEAM WAS HONORED TO PRESENT AT THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS QUALITY AND SAFETY CONFERENCE IN JULY 2024. THIS PUT ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH'S GERIATRIC SURGERY SERVICES FRONT AND CENTER ON THIS NATIONAL STAGE. SEVERAL ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAMS WERE WINNERS OF 2024 GREATER ROCHESTER QUALITY COUNCIL (GRQC) SHOWCASE & PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE AWARDS. THE GRQC'S PERFORMANCE AND EXCELLENCE AWARDS ARE UPSTATE NEW YORK'S PREMIER EVENT RECOGNIZING QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE THROUGHOUT OUR REGION. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOLLOWING ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH TEAMS ON THIS REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENT: O PLATINUM (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD)- CARE MGMT/SOCIAL WORK TEAM - TREAT TO TARGET INPATIENT DISCHARGE PLANNING O GOLD (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD)-PATIENT SAFETY/PHARMACY TEAM- HUDDLING TOGETHER: A RELENTLESS FOCUS ON MEDICATION SAFETY O GOLD (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD)- UMMC - A RURAL HOSPITAL'S APPROACH TO ADDRESSING HEART FAILURE PATIENT CARE GAPS O SILVER (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD) - UNITY HOSPITAL PERIOPERATIVE OR COST CONTAINMENT O BRONZE (TEAM EXCELLENCE AWARD)- LONG TERM CARE - USING NON-PHARMACOLOGICAL INTERVENTIONS TO DECREASE RESIDENTS ON ANTIPSYCHOTIC MEDICATIONS ICON HONORS AWARD HONOREES - CONGRATULATIONS TO THOMAS R. CRILLY, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, AND DAVID J. RIEDMAN, RRH BOARD CHAIR, ON BEING THIS YEAR'S ICON HONORS AWARDS HONOREES. THE ICON HONORS AWARDS RECOGNIZE GREATER ROCHESTER AREA BUSINESS LEADERS OVER THE AGE OF 60 FOR THEIR NOTABLE SUCCESS AND DEMONSTRATION OF STRONG LEADERSHIP BOTH WITHIN AND OUTSIDE OF THEIR CHOSEN FIELD. BECKER'S HEALTHCARE NAMES ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH IN TOP 100 FOR CANCER CARE RRH IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR INCLUSION IN BECKER'S HOSPITAL REVIEW'S ESTEEMED LIST OF THE NATION'S TOP 100 HEALTH SYSTEMS WITH OUTSTANDING ONCOLOGY PROGRAMS. THIS RECOGNITION HIGHLIGHTS THE EXCEPTIONAL WORK OF THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE AND ITS DEDICATION TO PROVIDING TOP-TIER, PATIENT-CENTERED CANCER CARE. THE LIST RECOGNIZES INSTITUTIONS, WHICH HAVE "GARNERED NATIONAL ACCLAIM FOR ADVANCING CANCER CARE VIA THEIR CUTTING-EDGE CLINICAL TRIALS AND LIFE-CHANGING RESEARCH." THIS RECOGNITION BY BECKER'S COMES ON THE HEELS OF ANOTHER RECENT ACCREDITATION AS THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE RECEIVED A THREE-YEAR FULL ACCREDITATION AS A NETWORK CANCER PROGRAM FROM THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS COMMISSION ON CANCER. THIS ACCOLADE DISTINGUISHES ROCHESTER GENERAL AND UNITY HOSPITALS AS THE ONLY NETWORK OF CANCER CENTERS IN UPSTATE NEW YORK GRANTED THIS HONOR. CONGRATULATIONS TO TEAM MEMBERS AT LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE ON RECEIVING THIS EXCEPTIONAL RECOGNITION! ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH ALSO SCORED ON BECKER'S 100 HOSPITALS AND HEALTH SYSTEMS WITH HIGH-ACHIEVING ORTHOPEDIC PROGRAMS. RRH'S INCLUSION ONCE AGAIN IN THE BECKER'S HOSPITAL REVIEW LIST OF THE 100 HOSPITALS AND HEALTH SYSTEMS WITH TOP-PERFORMING ORTHOPEDIC PROGRAMS, CELEBRATING OUR LEADERSHIP IN ADVANCING ORTHOPEDIC CARE NATIONWIDE. RRH IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE TREATMENTS, PIONEERING DISCOVERIES, AND INNOVATIVE CLINICAL TRIALS THAT SIGNIFICANTLY IMPROVE PATIENT OUTCOMES. OUR COMMITMENT TO ENHANCING THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ORTHOPEDIC PATIENTS SETS A NATIONAL STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL (RGH), THE FLAGSHIP OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, IS A REGIONAL LEADER IN HEALTH CARE. THIS 528-BED TERTIARY CARE, TEACHING HOSPITAL SERVES THE GREATER ROCHESTER, NY REGION AND BEYOND. ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL'S NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED PROGRAMS HAVE CONSISTENTLY DEMONSTRATED QUALITY OUTCOMES THAT POSITIVELY IMPACT PATIENTS, THEIR FAMILIES AND THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY. RGH PROVIDES CARE TO MORE MONROE COUNTY RESIDENTS THAN ANY OTHER HOSPITAL IN THE REGION AND, AS A TERTIARY CARE FACILITY, HAS STRONG REFERRAL RELATIONSHIPS WITH SEVERAL REGIONAL HOSPITALS. ROCHESTER GENERAL OFFERS A FULL ARRAY OF SERVICES TO MEET THE MEDICAL NEEDS OF UPSTATE NEW YORK, INCLUDING NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED PROGRAMS IN CARDIAC, CANCER, ORTHOPEDIC, VASCULAR, SURGICAL, STROKE AND DIABETES CARE. RGH IS HOME TO A NUMBER OF CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE INCLUDING THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE AND THE SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE. THE RGH CAMPUS OFFICIALLY OPENED THE SANDS-CONSTELLATION CENTER FOR CRITICAL CARE WITH ITS 7-STORY, 312,000-SQUARE-FOOT STRUCTURE IN OCTOBER 2020. THE CENTER IS HOME TO VISIONARY INNOVATION WITH BREAKTHROUGH TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT, BROUGHT TO LIFE BY EXCEPTIONAL CARE TEAMS WHO ARE TRAINED IN PROVIDING THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF CARE FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT MOST. WITH A NEW SURGICAL CARE CENTER, WOMEN'S HEALTH AND NEWBORN CARE SUITES FOCUSED ON HELPING FAMILIES GROW AND 36 PRIVATE PATIENT ROOMS PER FLOOR IN THE MEDICAL, SURGICAL AND ONCOLOGY CARE AREAS, RGH IS ENHANCING LIVES AND PRESERVING HEALTH IN A PLACE BUILT FOR THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE AND THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. THE LIPSON CANCER INSTITUTE WAS FOUNDED ON A COMMITMENT TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE AND QUALITY CANCER CARE FROM ONE INTEGRATED PROGRAM. AS A RECOGNIZED LEADER IN THE TREATMENT OF CANCER AND BLOOD DISORDERS, THE MOST UP-TO-DATE, INNOVATIVE THERAPIES ARE EMPLOYED AND TAP INTO THE MOST PROMISING RESEARCH IN CANCER DETECTION, DIAGNOSIS, AND TREATMENT. THIS COMMITMENT TO CLINICAL INNOVATION HELPS PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES ENJOY HIGHER SUCCESS RATES, FEWER TREATMENT-RELATED SIDE EFFECTS, AND LONGER, HEALTHIER LIVES. AS WITH THE OVERALL HEALTH SYSTEM, ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL WORKS TIRELESSLY TO EXPAND CARE AND IMPROVE ITS FACILITIES AND BRING STATE-OF-THE-ART MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND PROCEDURES TO OUR PATIENTS AND COMMUNITY. DURING 2024 SOME OF THE MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL'S SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE PERFORMED THE REGION'S FIRST COMMERCIAL EVOQUE IMPLANTATION. THE ORGANIZATION IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE A SIGNIFICANT MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGH IN UPSTATE NEW YORK WITH THE REGION'S FIRST COMMERCIAL IMPLANTATION OF THE EVOQUE TRANSCATHETER TRICUSPID VALVE REPLACEMENT SYSTEM (TTVR). THIS GROUNDBREAKING PROCEDURE, UTILIZES A NEWLY FDA-APPROVED THERAPY, MARKING A PIVOTAL ADVANCEMENT IN THE TREATMENT OF TRICUSPID REGURGITATION. THIS CONDITION OCCURS WHEN THE TRICUSPID VALVE IS UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY, CAUSING BLOOD TO BACKFLOW INTO THE RIGHT ATRIUM. WITH EVOQUE TTVR'S MINIMALLY INVASIVE APPROACH, WE CAN OFFER PATIENTS AN ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL OPEN-HEART SURGERY FOR TRICUSPID VALVE REPAIR. THIS DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHTS ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL'S COMMITMENT TO PIONEERING STATE-OF-THE-ART MEDICAL TREATMENTS AND IMPROVING PATIENT OUTCOMES. ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL HELD A RIBBON CUTTING FOR THE NEW EP LABORATORY THAT IS NOW OPEN! RGH SPONSORED A FREE SEMINAR ON THE TOPIC OF EXPLORING ORGAN, TISSUE, & EYE DONATION. THIS EVENT IS FREE AND ALL THOSE WHO ARE INTERESTED ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. NURSING TEAMS FROM RGH SPONSORED ST. JOHN FISHER COLLEGE'S NURSING CAMP BY GIVING LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS A GLIMPSE INTO HEALTHCARE CAREERS. THROUGH THIS EVENT, STUDENTS RECEIVED HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE. ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL HELD ITS ANNUAL BABIES WITH BOOKS READ-A-THON TO SUPPORT NICU FAMILIES. THE READ-A-THON IS A NATIONAL CELEBRATION AND HIGHLIGHTS THE MANY BENEFITS OF READING TO NICU BABIES. THIS WAS RGH'S FIFTH YEAR PARTICIPATING. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SANDS-CONSTELLATION HEART INSTITUTE (SCHI) ADVANCED HEART FAILURE & MECHANICAL CIRCULATORY SUPPORT TEAM FOR BEING RECOGNIZED AS THE 2024 OUTSTANDING HEART FAILURE CARE TEAM BY THE HEART FAILURE SOCIETY OF AMERICA - HFSA! ROCHESTER GENERAL MEDICAL GROUP (RGMG) OPERATES AS A DIVISION OF RGH. RGMG HAS MORE THAN 40 PRACTICES IN MONROE AND WAYNE COUNTIES WITH SPECIALTIES IN ALLERGY/RHEUMATOLOGY, DERMATOLOGY, DIABETES/ENDOCRINOLOGY, FAMILY MEDICINE, GERIATRICS, INTERNAL MEDICINE, NUTRITION & WEIGHT MANAGEMENT, ORTHOPEDICS, PEDIATRICS, PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHABILITATION, VASCULAR SURGERY & VEIN CARE AND WOMEN'S HEALTH (OB/GYN). IN ADDITION TO HOSPITAL LOCATIONS, RGMG ALSO OPERATES TWO FULL-SERVICE OUTREACH CAMPUSES AT ALEXANDER PARK AND LINDEN OAKS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 1A EACH BOARD HAS AN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSISTS OF THE OFFICERS OF THE BOARD PLUS THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE CORPORATION AND SUCH OTHER DIRECTORS AS THE CHAIR MAY NOMINATE FROM TIME TO TIME FOR APPOINTMENT BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ENTIRE BOARD. BETWEEN MEETINGS OF THE BOARD, AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE SHALL POSSESS THE POWERS OF THE BOARD WITH RESPECT TO MANAGING AND CONDUCTING THE AFFAIRS OF THE CORPORATION, EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE PROVIDED BY LAW OR WITHIN CERTAIN BY-LAWS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6 THE ORGANIZATION IS A MEMBERSHIP (NOT A STOCK) CORPORATION UNDER NEW YORK STATE LAW. THE ORGANIZATION'S SOLE CORPORATE MEMBER IS ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, A RELATED NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7B ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, AS THE SOLE CORPORATE MEMBER, ALSO HAS THE RIGHT TO APPROVE OR RATIFY SIGNIFICANT DECISIONS OF THE ORGANIZATION'S GOVERNING BODY, INCLUDING AMENDMENT OF BYLAWS AND CHARTERS, REMOVAL OF MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BODY, AND THE DECISION TO DISSOLVE THE ORGANIZATION.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11B PRIOR TO FILING, A COPY OF THE FORM 990 IS PROVIDED TO, AND REVIEWED WITH, ALL MEMBERS OF THE AUDIT AND COMPLIANCE COMMITTEE. THIS REVIEW IS PERFORMED IN CONSULTATION WITH THE ORGANIZATION'S TAX ADVISORS, AND IS BASED ON THE ORGANIZATION'S AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION FOR THE APPROPRIATE TIME PERIOD.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C UPON EMPLOYMENT, ALL EMPLOYEES RECEIVE THE ETHICAL STANDARD OF CONDUCT BOOKLET FOR WHICH THEY SIGN A RECEIPT OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT. CONFLICT OF INTEREST EDUCATION IS CONDUCTED ANNUALLY FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. CONFLICT OF INTEREST IS DEFINED, AS IS MANAGEMENT OF A CONFLICT OF INTEREST. EMPLOYEES ARE REQUIRED TO DISCLOSE AND SEEK RESOLUTION TO ANY ACTUAL OR POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST BEFORE TAKING A POTENTIALLY IMPROPER ACTION. ANNUALLY, EACH KEY EMPLOYEE, DIRECTOR AND OFFICER OF THE ORGANIZATION IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE FORM, PROVIDING MANAGEMENT WITH SUFFICIENT INFORMATION ABOUT HIS/HER PERSONAL INTERESTS AND RELATIONSHIPS SO THAT MANAGEMENT CAN: (1) DETERMINE WHETHER ANY ACTUAL OR PERCEIVED CONFLICT OF INTEREST EXISTS, AND (2) MONITOR WORK ASSIGNMENTS TO AVOID PLACING THE KEY EMPLOYEE OR OFFICER IN A POSITION WHERE THERE MAY BE A QUESTION AS TO HIS/HER OBJECTIVITY AS WELL AS TO AVOID ANY APPEARANCE OF IMPROPRIETY. THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, KEY EMPLOYEES, OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS OF THE ORGANIZATION ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO NOTIFY MANAGEMENT PROMPTLY IF ANY CHANGE TO THEIR DISCLOSURES OCCURS. IN ADDITION, EACH MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS MUST ALSO COMPLETE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND DISCLOSURE FORM, WHICH MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL. BOARD MEMBERS LEAVE THE ROOM DURING DISCUSSIONS AND ABSTAIN FROM VOTING WHEN THEY HAVE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15 THE ORGANIZATION'S OFFICER AND KEY EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENTS ARE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE. INFORMATION REVIEWED FOR THE OFFICER/KEY EMPLOYEE INCLUDES COMPARABLE DATA FROM SIMILAR SIZE TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATIONS AS WELL AS COMPENSATION FOR THESE POSITIONS (AS DISCLOSED ON FORM 990) WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONS IN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY THAT ARE OF SIMILAR SIZE. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE COMPENSATION ARRANGEMENT BY THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE IS DOCUMENTED.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ITS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST AT THE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES OF THE AFFILIATED HEALTH SYSTEM AT 100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH, ROCHESTER, NY 14617. A NOMINAL FEE IS CHARGED IF COPIES ARE REQUESTED.
FORM 990, PART VII, SECTION A, COLUMN (F): ESTIMATED AMOUNT OF OTHER COMPENSATION FROM THE ORGANIZATION AND RELATED ORGANIZATIONS - THIS COLUMN IS REFLECTIVE OF (1) THE ACTUARIAL CHANGE IN DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN AND POST-RETIREMENT BENEFITS FOR THE TAX YEAR AND (2) NON-TAXABLE BENEFITS.
FORM 990, PART IX, LINE 11G MEDICAL PURCHASED SERVICES: PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES 25,010,461. MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL EXPENSES 2,660,279. FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 0. TOTAL EXPENSES 27,670,740. CONTRACTED SERVICES: PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES 161,269,708. MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL EXPENSES 34,591,254. FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 0. TOTAL EXPENSES 195,860,962. REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE: PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES 6,114,692. MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL EXPENSES 957,975. FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 0. TOTAL EXPENSES 7,072,667. SPECIAL FEES: PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES 118,722. MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL EXPENSES 45,449. FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 0. TOTAL EXPENSES 164,171.
FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 9: CHANGE IN INTEREST IN NET ASSETS OF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION 3,672,954. LAB SERVICE UBI -1,028,888. PASSTHROUGH UBI -83,445. NET ASSET TRANSFERS -9,642,084.
FORM 990, PART XII, LINE 2C: THE PROCESS HAS NOT CHANGED FROM THE PRIOR YEAR.
FORM 5471 FILED ON BEHALF OF STATEMENT STATEMENT PURSUANT TO TREAS REG SEC 1 6038-2(J)(3) THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS SUBMITTED WITH RESPECT TO THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL'S FORM 5471 (INFORMATION RETURN OF U.S. PERSONS WITH RESPECT TO CERTAIN FOREIGN CORPORATIONS) FILING REQUIREMENT FOR THE ENTITY BELOW: NAME OF FOREIGN CORPORATION: GREATER ROCHESTER ASSURANCE COMPANY, LTD. BEGINNING TAX YEAR OF FOREIGN CORPORATION: JANUARY 1, 2024 ENDING TAX YEAR OF FOREIGN CORPORATION: DECEMBER 31, 2024 THE FORM 5471 FILING REQUIREMENT FOR THIS FOREIGN CORPORATION FOR CATEGORIES 4 AND 5 HAVE BEEN SATISFIED BY INCLUSION IN THE FOLLOWING U.S. FILER'S TAX RETURN: NAME OF U.S. FILER: ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH ADDRESS OF U.S. FILER: 100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH, ROCHESTER, NY 14617 EIN: 47-1234999 ENDING TAX YEAR OF U.S. FILER: DECEMBER 31, 2024 TYPE OF RETURN FILED: 990 IRS SERVICE CENTER WHERE RETURN FILED: OGDEN, UTAH 84201-0027
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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)

(Rev. January 2025)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37.
Attach to Form 990.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.

OMB No. 1545-0047
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Employer identification number

16-0743134
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











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)BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK INC
490 EAST RIDGE ROAD

ROCHESTER,NY14621
16-6069131
MENTAL HEALTH NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(2)CANTON-POTSDAM HOSPITAL
50 LEROY STREET

POTSDAM,NY13676
16-1012691
HOSPITAL NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ST LAWRENCE HEALTH SYSTEM INC
 
Yes
 
(3)CANTON-POTSDAM MEDICAL PRACTICE PLLC
50 LEROY STREET

POTSDAM,NY13676
46-0714367
OUT PATIENT CLINIC NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ST LAWRENCE HEALTH SYSTEM INC
 
Yes
 
(4)CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL & CLINIC FOUNDATION
2 COULTER ROAD

CLIFTON SPRINGS,NY14432
16-1560033
FUNDRAISING NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(5)CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL AND CLINIC
2 COULTER ROAD

CLIFTON SPRINGS,NY14432
16-0743966
HOSPITAL NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(6)CONTINUING CARE NETWORK INC (CCN)
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
22-2963016
SUPPORT RGH NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(7)GENESEE REGION HOME CARE ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO COUNTY INC
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
22-3257719
HOME HEALTH NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(8)GENESEE REGION HOME CARE ASSOCIATION INC
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
16-0844109
HOME HEALTH NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(9)GOVEURNEUR HOSPITAL
77 WEST BARNEY STREET

GOUVERNEUR,NY13642
46-4249555
HOSPITAL NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ST LAWRENCE HEALTH SYSTEM INC
 
Yes
 
(10)GRHS FOUNDATION
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
22-3378111
R/E INV MGMT NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(11)INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR SENIORS
2066 HUDSON AVENUE

ROCHESTER,NY14617
16-1491059
ADULT DAY HC NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(12)MASSENA HOSPITAL INC
1 HOSPITAL DRIVE

MASSENA,NY13662
84-3134268
HOSPITAL NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ST LAWRENCE HEALTH SYSTEM INC
 
Yes
 
(13)NEWARK WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
DRIVING PARK AVENUE

NEWARK,NY14513
15-0584188
HOSPITAL NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(14)NEWARK WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
DRIVING PARK AVENUE

NEWARK,NY14513
22-2963015
FUNDRAISING NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(15)NORTH PARK NURSING HOME INC
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
22-3159644
LONG TERM CARE FACILITY NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(16)PARK RIDGE CHILD CARE CENTER INC
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
22-2918126
CHILD DAY CARE SERVICES NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(17)PARK RIDGE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
22-2608311
LOW INCOME HOUSING PROJECT FOR ELDERLY NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(18)PARK RIDGE NURSING HOME INC
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
16-0978184
LONG TERM CARE FACILITY NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(19)PARKWAY COMMONS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
22-3130818
LOW INCOME HOUSING FOR ELDERLY/HANDICAPPED NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(20)PARMA HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CORP
89 GENESEE STREET

ROCHESTER,NY14611
81-0671685
LOW INCOME HOUSING FOR ELDERLY/HANDICAPPED NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(21)PRCD INC
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
16-1311581
SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT & REHAB. NY 501(C)(3) LINE 7 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(22)RGHS WORKERS' COMPENSATION TRUST
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE

ROCHESTER,NY14621
16-6429300
SEE PART VII NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(23)ROCHESTER GENERAL COLLEGE OF HEALTH CAREERS
470 SKYVIEW CENTRE PKWY

ROCHESTER,NY14622
86-2935462
EDUCATION NY 501(C)(3) LINE 2 THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL
 
Yes
 
(24)ROCHESTER GENERAL HEALTH SYSTEM
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
22-2551509
SYSTEM SUPPORT NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12A, I ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(25)ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION INC
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE

ROCHESTER,NY14621
22-2255243
SYSTEM SUPPORT NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(26)ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
22-2229425
FUNDRAISING NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(27)ROCHESTER GENERAL HUDSON HOUSING
2066 HUDSON AVENUE

ROCHESTER,NY14621
22-3210351
LOW INC HOUSING NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(28)ROCHESTER GENERAL LONG TERM CARE
1550 EMPIRE BLVD

WEBSTER,NY14580
22-3187140
NH & REHAB NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(29)ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
47-1234999
SYSTEM PARENT NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II N/A
 
No
(30)ST LAWRENCE HEALTH SYSTEM INC
50 LEROY STREET

POTSDAM,NY13676
46-4259168
SYSTEM SUPPORT NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12A, I ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(31)THE UNITY HOSPITAL OF ROCHESTER
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
23-7221763
HOSPITAL NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(32)UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
127 NORTH STREET

BATAVIA,NY14020
16-0743029
HOSPITAL NY 501(C)(3) LINE 3 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(33)UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION
127 NORTH STREET

BATAVIA,NY14020
22-2611543
FUNDRAISING NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
 
Yes
 
(34)UNITY AGING SERVICES INC
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
84-1684195
MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT CO NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(35)UNITY AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER INC
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
38-3871383
OUTPATIENT SURGERY NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(36)UNITY HEALTH SYSTEM INC
1555 LONG POND ROAD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
22-2572873
SYSTEM SUPPORT NY 501(C)(3) LINE 12B, II ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(37)UNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FUND CORP
1555 LONG POND RD

ROCHESTER,NY14626
30-0068596
RECEIPT AND DISBURSEMENTS OF SUBSIDIES NY 501(C)(3) PF ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
(38)VIA HEALTH HOME CARE I
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
16-1504370
HOME HEALTH NY 501(C)(3) PF CCN
 
Yes
 
(39)VIA HEALTH HOMECARE II
100 KINGS HIGHWAY SOUTH

ROCHESTER,NY14617
16-1538727
HOME HEALTH NY 501(C)(3) PF CCN
 
Yes
 
(40)WESTERN NEW YORK MEDICAL PRACTICE PC
1425 PORTLAND AVENUE

ROCHESTER,NY14621
61-1654232
PHYS PRAC NY 501(C)(3) LINE 10 ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
Yes
 
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Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
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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) LATTIMORE SERVICES LLC

125 LATTIMORE ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14620
16-1533823
MGMT SVCS NY RGH
 
RELATED       No     No 29.000 %
(2) NW ASSOCIATES LP

PO BOX 111 DRIVING PARK AVENUE
NEWARK,NY14513
14-1674119
R/E LEASING NY NWCH
 
RELATED       No     No 73.610 %
(3) PARMA SENIOR HOUSING

1555 LONG POND RD
ROCHESTER,NY14626
43-2082116
HILTON PROJ NY N/A
RELATED       No     No  
(4) UNITY SENIOR HOUSING

1555 LONG POND RD
ROCHESTER,NY14626
06-1709927
MOORE PK NY N/A
RELATED       No     No  






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) ACM MEDICAL LABORATORY INC

160 ELMGROVE PARK
ROCHESTER,NY14624
16-1059691
CLINICAL LAB NY PRH INC
 
C         No
(2) GRACO RISK RETENTION GROUP INC

1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
71-0933967
INSURANCE SC RGH
 
C     100.000 %   No
(3) GREATER ROCHESTER ASSURANCE COMPANY LTD

GEORGE TOWN
GRAND CAYMAN    
CJ
INSURANCE CJ N/A
C     100.000 %   No
(4) GREATER ROCHESTER INDEPENDENT PRACTICE ASSOCIATION INC

100 KINGS HWY S SUITE 2500
ROCHESTER,NY14617
16-1507171
INDEPENDENT PRACTICE ASSOCIATION NY RRH
 
C     100.000 %   No
(5) NWA INC

DRIVING PARK AVENUE
NEWARK,NY14513
14-1667339
R/E LEASING NY NWCH
 
C     100.000 %   No
(6) PARMA SENIOR HOUSING LLC

1555 LONG POND ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14626
81-0671687
SENIOR HOUSING NY ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
C         No
(7) PRH INC

1555 LONG POND ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14626
16-1329632
MEDICAL LAB NY ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
C         No
(8) ROCHESTER GENERAL HEALTH SYSTEM DIALYSIS INC

1425 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
38-3912199
DIALYSIS NY RGHS
 
C     100.000 %   No
(9) UNITY HEALTH SYSTEM PURCHASING GROUP LLC

1555 LONG POND ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14626
22-2572873
SENIOR HOUSING NY ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
C         No
(10) UNITY SENIOR HOUSING CORP

1555 LONG POND ROAD
ROCHESTER,NY14626
06-1709925
SENIOR HOUSING NY ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH
 
C         No
(11) ENHANCED STAFFING SOLUTIONS LLC

1360 PORTLAND AVENUE
ROCHESTER,NY14621
93-1688088
TEMPORARY STAFFING NY PRH INC
 
C     100.000 %   No
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 3
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
Yes
 
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) ............................
1c
Yes
 
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) ............................
1d
 
No
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) ............................
1e
 
No
f Dividends from related organization(s) ............................
1f
 
No
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) ............................
1g
 
No
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) ............................
1h
 
No
i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) ............................
1i
 
No
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) .......................
1j
Yes
 
k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) ......................
1k
Yes
 
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
 
No
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) ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION

B 3,319,195  
(2) CANTON POTSDAM HOSPITAL INC

B 60,000,000 FMV
(3) GREATER ROCHESTER ASSURANCE COMPANYLTD

C 150,090 FMV
(4) CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL AND CLINIC FOUNDATION

C 911,557 FMV
(5) UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER

C 949,645 FMV
(6) ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION

C 4,376,407 FMV
(7) ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION

J 227,328 FMV
(8) GRHS LLC DBA ROCHESTER AMBULATORY SURGERY CENTER

J 1,425,522 FMV
(9) CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL AND CLINIC

J 67,425 FMV
(10) THE UNITY HOSPITAL OF ROCHESTER

J 3,169,365 FMV
(11) GRHS FOUNDATION INC

K 11,307,609 FMV
(12) NEWARK WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

K 737,029 FMV
(13) INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR SENIORS INC

L 15,979,100 FMV
(14) ACM LABORATORY

P 3,817,538 FMV
(15) GREATER ROCHESTER ASSURANCE COMPANYLTD

P 11,054,815 FMV
(16) BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK

P 500,356 FMV
(17) RGHS WORKERS' COMPENSATION TRUST

P 4,341,579 FMV
(18) PRH INC

P 1,970,508 FMV
(19) ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM

P 17,241,147 FMV
(20) PARK RIDGE CHILD CARE INC

Q 104,442 FMV
(21) GOUVERNEUR HOSPITAL

Q 1,500,000 FMV
(22) UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER

Q 24,200,430 FMV
(23) ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH FOUNDATION

Q 211,536 FMV
(24) ACM LABORATORY

Q 1,240,700 FMV
(25) RGHS WORKERS COMPENSATION TRUST

Q 403,649 FMV
(26) CANTON POTSDAM HOSPITAL INC

Q 8,100,000 FMV
(27) ROCHESTER MENTAL HEALTH CENTER (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER)

Q 675,056 FMV
(28) NEWARK WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

Q 9,639,804 FMV
(29) INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR SENIORS INC

Q 1,652,451 FMV
(30) CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL AND CLINIC

Q 12,546,232 FMV
(31) GENESEE REGION HOME CARE ASSOCIATION INC

Q 3,294,733 FMV
(32) WNY MEDICAL PRACTICE PC

Q 59,735,073 FMV
(33) GRHS FOUNDATION INC

Q 1,932,066 FMV
(34) PARK RIDGE NURSING HOME (PRLC)

Q 1,591,003 FMV
(35) MASSENA HOSPITAL

Q 2,900,000 FMV
(36) THE UNITY HOSPITAL OF ROCHESTER

Q 89,691,931 FMV
(37) NORTH PARK NURSING HOME (ETW)

Q 1,216,007 FMV
(38) PRH INC

Q 639,367 FMV
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 4
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






























Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)
Page 5
Part VII
Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R. See instructions.
Return Reference Explanation
SCHEDULE R, PART II, COLUMN (B): RELATED TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION - PRIMARY ACTIVITY: RGHS WORKERS' COMPENSATION TRUST SUPPORTS THE ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITAL, NEWARK WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, ROCHESTER GENERAL LONG TERM CARE, INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR SENIORS, BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NETWORK, INC, CLIFTON SPRINGS HOSPITAL & CLINIC, UNITED MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER, UNITY HOSPITAL OF ROCHESTER, GENESEE REGION HOME CARE ASSOCIATION AND GENESEE REGION HOME CARE OF ONTARIO COUNTY.
Schedule R (Form 990) (Rev. 1-2025)

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