Grossmont Hospital Corporation

“WILLIAM S. EVANS, DANIEL KINDRON, AND ANTHONY DAMICO WERE ALL DIRECTORS ON THE GOVERNING BOARD OF THE GROSSMONT IMAGING JOINT VENTURE - Business relationship”

“Sharp HealthCare (FEIN 95-6077327) is the sole member of Grossmont Hospital Corporation.”

“Sharp HealthCare, as the sole member of the corporation, has the right to elect and remove most board members.”

“Sharp HealthCare, as the sole member of the corporation, has the right to elect and remove most board members. Sharp HealthCare also retains the approval rights afforded members for certain significant transactions (e.g. dissolution or sale or transfer of all or substantially all of the assets.)”

“The final Form 990 is placed on the organization's intranet, prior to the filing date, where it is viewable for comment from all members of the governing body. The board members are notified that the Form 990 is available on the intranet. The review process includes multiple levels of review including key corporate and entity finance department personnel comprised of the Accounting Manager, Vice President of Finance, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and entity Chief Financial Officer. Additionally, the organization contracts with Ernst & Young, and an independent accounting firm, for review of the Form 990.”

“Grossmont Hospital has a written conflict of interest policy which has been reviewed and approved by the Grossmont Hospital governing board. Grossmont Hospital is committed to preventing any Participant of the Corporation from gaining any personal benefit from information received or from any transaction of Sharp. One component of the written conflict of interest policy requires that Board Members, Corporate Officers, Senior Vice Presidents and Chief Executive Officer(s) submit a conflict of interest statement annually to Legal Services/Senior Vice President of Legal Services who will review all statements. In addition, all Vice Presidents and any employees in the Purchasing/Supply Chain, Audit and Compliance, and Case Management/Discharge Planning departments are required to complete an online conflict of interest questionnaire annually that is reviewed by the Conflict Review Committee comprised of employees from Sharp's Legal, Compliance, and Internal Audit departments. In connection with any transaction or arrangement, which may create an actual or possible conflict of interest, the person shall disclose in writing the existence and nature of his/her financial interest and all material facts. Board Members, Corporate Officers, Senior Vice Presidents, and the Chief Executive Officer(s) shall make such disclosures directly to the Chairman of the Board, and to the members of the committee with the board designated powers considering the proposed transaction or arrangement. Upon disclosure of the financial interest and all material facts, the Board Member, Corporate Officer, Senior Vice President or the Chief Executive Officer(s) making such disclosures shall leave the board or the committee meeting while the financial interest is discussed and voted upon. The remaining board or committee members shall decide if a conflict of interest exists. In certain instances, such as if someone takes a board seat on a competitor's board of directors or has a role with an organization whereby the information that they may obtain from Sharp would put them in a consistent conflict with their two roles, the conflict could call for the individual's removal from the board. The bylaws for the organization provide for the ability to remove directors in accordance with Section 5222 of the California Corporations Code. This can generally be done on a "for cause a "no cause" basis by the action of the member.”

“The Compensation Committee of Sharp HealthCare retains an independent compensation consulting firm to review the total compensation paid to executive management (President/Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Senior Vice Presidents) and compares it to the total compensation paid to similar positions with like institutions. The information is presented to the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors by the independent consultant. The Compensation Committee is comprised of Board members who are not physicians and who are not compensated in any way by the organization. The Compensation Committee creates and approves the organization's Executive Compensation Philosophies and Strategies statement and as part of this approves the total compensation for the President/Chief Executive Officer and reviews and approves the total compensation recommendations for the remaining executive team. The Compensation Committee presents its decision to the Board of Directors. The Compensation Committee retains minutes of its meetings. The study was last conducted in November 2024. The Compensation department engages a third-party independent consultant to conduct a compensation study covering officers and key employees. The independent third party compares base salaries to similar positions with like institutions. The information is reviewed by the Compensation department and is presented to the President/Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer and the appropriate Senior Vice President for review and approval. This study was last conducted in January 2025.”

“The Compensation Committee of Sharp HealthCare retains an independent compensation consulting firm to review the total compensation paid to executive management (President/Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Senior Vice Presidents) and compares it to the total compensation paid to similar positions with like institutions. The information is presented to the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors by the independent consultant. The Compensation Committee is comprised of Board members who are not physicians and who are not compensated in any way by the organization. The Compensation Committee creates and approves the organization's Executive Compensation Philosophies and Strategies statement and as part of this approves the total compensation for the President/Chief Executive Officer and reviews and approves the total compensation recommendations for the remaining executive team. The Compensation Committee presents its decision to the Board of Directors. The Compensation Committee retains minutes of its meetings. The study was last conducted in November 2024. The Compensation department engages a third-party independent consultant to conduct a compensation study covering officers and key employees. The independent third party compares base salaries to similar positions with like institutions. The information is reviewed by the Compensation department and is presented to the President/Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer and the appropriate Senior Vice President for review and approval. This study was last conducted in January 2025.”

“The organization does not make its governing documents available to the general public. Policies are considered proprietary information, however in Sharp HealthCare's publicly available Code of Conduct, Sharp outlines its Conflict of Interest policies in a user friendly manner. The annual audited financial statements of the consolidated group are published on the dacbond.com website (www.dacbond.com), are attached to the Form 990 filed for each of the Sharp hospitals, and are available upon request. The annual audited financial statements include combining schedules which disclose the financial results (Balance Sheet, Statement of Operations, Statement of Changes in Net Assets) for each entity of the consolidated group. Quarterly financial statements of Sharp's obligated group are published on the dacbond.com website (www.dacbond.com).”

“Sharp Grossmont Hospital executives' salaries and wages are paid under Sharp HealthCare's tax ID number (EIN 95-6077327), and as such are also reported on Sharp HealthCare's Form 990.”

“Independent contractors are paid under Sharp HealthCare's tax identification number (EIN 95-6077327) and are reported on Sharp HealthCare's tax return.”

“- Total Revenue: 699616, Related or Exempt Function Revenue: 699616, Unrelated Business Revenue: , Revenue Excluded from Tax Under Sections 512, 513, or 514: ;”

“- Total Revenue: 1146835, Related or Exempt Function Revenue: , Unrelated Business Revenue: , Revenue Excluded from Tax Under Sections 512, 513, or 514: 1146835;”

“To establish, maintain, conduct, and operate a hospital or hospitals related, associated and complimentary facilities and services, such as, but not limited to, skilled nursing, extended care, outpatient care, home care, and other health care programs, activities, services and facilities. To carry on any educational activities related to rendering care to the sick and injured, or to the promotion of health. To promote and carry on scientific research related to the care of the sick and injured, or to the promotion of health. To participate in any activity designed and carried on to promote the general health of the community. To operate and maintain this corporation and its assets for the benefit of the communities served by Grossmont Healthcare District, a political subdivision of the State of California, organized pursuant to Local Hospital District Law (Division 23 of the California Health & Safety Code), and which is located in San Diego County, California. Generally do anything and everything necessary, expedient or incidental to the foregoing.”

“See full Sharp HealthCare Annual Community Benefit Plan and Report at: https://www.sharp.com/about/community/community-benefits/benefit-report.cfm Sharp HealthCare (Sharp) is an integrated, regional health care delivery system based in San Diego, California. The Sharp system includes four acute care hospitals; three specialty hospitals; three affiliated medical groups; 27 medical centers; five urgent care centers; three skilled nursing facilities; two inpatient rehabilitation centers; home health, hospice and home infusion programs; numerous outpatient facilities and programs; three charitable foundations; and a variety of other community health education programs and related services. Sharp also offers individual and group health maintenance organization coverage through Sharp Health Plan (SHP). Serving a population of approximately 3.3 million in San Diego County (SDC), as of September 30, 2024, Sharp is licensed to operate 2,210 beds and has approximately 2,839 Sharp-affiliated physicians and 20,283 employees. Mission It is Sharp's mission to improve the health of those we serve with a commitment to excellence in all that we do. Sharp's goal is to offer quality care and services that set community standards, exceed patients' expectations and are provided in a caring, convenient, cost-effective and accessible manner. Vision Sharp's vision is to transform the health care experience and be the best place to work, the best place to practice medicine and the best place to receive care. Sharp will become the best health system in the universe. Sharp's core values are Integrity, Caring, Safety, Innovation and Excellence. This summary provides an overview of community benefit planning at Sharp, a listing of community needs addressed in this Community Benefit Plan and Report, and a summary of community benefit programs and services provided by Sharp in fiscal year (FY) 2024 (October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2024). In addition, the summary reports the economic value of community benefit provided by Sharp, according to the framework specifically identified in Senate Bill 697 (SB 697), for the following entities: Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center (EIN 95-2367304) Sharp Coronado Hospital and Healthcare Center (EIN 95-0651579) Sharp Grossmont Hospital (33-0449527) Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women & Newborns (EIN 95-3782169) Sharp Memorial Hospital (EIN 95-3782169) Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital and Sharp McDonald Center (EIN 95-3782169) Sharp Health Plan (EIN 33-0519730) Community Benefit Planning at Sharp HealthCare Sharp bases its community benefit planning on its triennial community health needs assessments (CHNA) combined with the expertise in programs and services of each Sharp hospital. Listing of Community Needs Addressed in the Sharp HealthCare Community Benefit Plan and Report, FY 2024 The following community needs are addressed by one or more Sharp hospitals in this Community Benefit Plan and Report: * Access to care and financial support for uninsured and underinsured community members and individuals without a medical provider * Programs and services that provide community and social support to address health equity challenges * Education, screening and support programs for chronic health conditions and other health needs, including but not limited to heart and vascular disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, obesity and unintentional injuries * Aging care and support programs including health education, support and screening activities for seniors and caregivers * Safety and support programs for seniors and people with disabilities * End-of-life and advance care planning services for hospice patients and their loved ones and the community * Support for community nonprofit health and social service organizations * Education and training for community health care professionals * Student and intern supervision, education and support * Collaboration with local schools to promote interest and provide health career pathways * Cancer”

“Other Benefits for Vulnerable Populations included van transportation for patients to and from medical appointments; education as well as flu vaccinations for seniors; telephone reassurance and safety check program for isolated or homebound seniors and community members with disabilities; financial and other support to community clinics to assist in providing and improving access to health services; Project HELP (Project Hospital Emergency Liaison Program), which provides funding for medication and transportation to assist lower-income patients; contribution of time to the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank, Feeding San Diego and Mama's Kitchen; the Sharp Humanitarian Service Program; and support services for patients experiencing homelessness and other health equity barriers. Other Benefits for the Broader Community included health education and information provided on-site, virtually and in partnership with community-based organizations; participation in community health fairs and events addressing the unique needs of the community; health screenings and support groups. Sharp also collaborated with local schools to promote interest in health care careers. Sharp executive leadership and staff also actively participated in numerous community organizations, committees and coalitions to improve the health of the community. See Appendix A for a listing of Sharp's involvement in community organizations. In addition, the category included costs associated with planning and operating community benefit programs, such as CHNA development and administration. Health Research, Education and Training Programs included education and training programs for medical, nursing and other health care students and professionals, as well as supervision and support for students and interns. Time was also devoted to generalizable health-related research projects that were made available to the broader health care community.”

“Tax Exempt Bonds are issued for the Sharp HealthCare Obligated Group. As a result, the tax exempt bond balances are reported on the Sharp HealthCare return (EIN 95-6077327). This organization's allocated portion is included in Part X, Line 25.”

“Independent contractors are paid under Sharp HealthCare's tax identification number (EIN 95-6077327) and are reported on Sharp HealthCare's tax return.”

“Grossmont Hospital Corporation employees' salaries and wages are paid under Sharp HealthCare's tax ID number (EIN 95-6077327), and as such are also reported on Sharp HealthCare's Form 990. Grossmont Hospital Corporation does not directly employ individuals but leases all of its personnel from Sharp HealthCare, a related organization that exercises control over the hospital. These leased employees operate under the direction and supervision of Grossmont Hospital Corporation and perform all essential functions necessary for the hospital's operations. Sharp HealthCare, as the common law employer, is responsible for all employment-related obligations, including the payment of wages, withholding and remittance of employment taxes, and the filing of all required federal employment tax returns (e.g., Form 941) under its own Employer Identification Number (EIN). Accordingly, Grossmont Hospital Corporation has reported the number of leased employees on Line 2a. However, it answered "No" to Line 2b because it does not file the employment tax returns directly.”

“Tax Exempt Bonds are issued for the Sharp HealthCare Obligated Group. As a result, the tax exempt bond balances are reported on the Sharp HealthCare return (EIN 95-6077327) and this organization has reported zero on Form 990, Part X, Line 20 and has reported the allocated balance on Line 25.”

“Change in minimum pension liability - 3968552; beneficial interest in grossmont hospital foundation - 5650362; auxiliary adjustment - -3240;”

“Form 5471 has been filed on behalf of Grossmont Hospital Corporation by Sharp HealthCare (EIN 95-6077327).”