Arkansas Hospital Education And

“The organization is made up of member health systems, hospitals and individuals in administrative and decision making positions within those institutions.”

“The organization's members have voting rights that include the election of one or more members of the organization's governing body. The members appoint directors in a manner set forth in the organization's bylaws.”

“Certain decisions of the governing body are subject to the approval of the members of the organization. These decisions include, but are not limited to, the appointment of directors and changes to the bylaws.”

“Copies of the completed draft form 990 (including required schedules) are distributed to the cfo in either electronic or paper form for prudent review and approval. Any questions or concerns are noted and addressed, and management staff will ensure that changes are incorporated into the form 990 as appropriate which then will be signed by the president and ceo of the organization. The form 990 then is filed with the irs on a timely basis. If management considers it feasible and appropriate under the circumstances, it may distribute the final version of the form 990 with required schedules to the voting members of the organization's board of directors prior to filing with the irs. The final form may be distributed either in paper or electronically in any manner deemed appropriate by the organization's cfo.”

“Board members and officers complete conflict of interest forms annually. These forms are reviewed by the compliance officer. Board members are required to report any changes to the compliance officer.”

“Data from various resources is gathered including interviews and a comparative salary survey. A recommendation is made to the executive committee and documentation is prepared outlining the process and decision of the executive committee. This process is completed annually for the president/ceo. The executive committee presents all compensation packages to the full board of directors for a vote of approval. Review and approval is made by independent persons.”

“The president/ceo determines the compensation package for the other officers and key employees. This information is provided to the executive committee. The executive committee presents all compensation packages to the full board of directors for a vote of approval. Review and approval is made by independent persons.”

“Copies of the organization's governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request by either mail or at the organization's office.”