St. Peter's Health

St. Peter's Health is a nonprofit healthcare organization located in Helena, Montana. With a commitment to improving the health, wellness, and quality of life of the communities it serves, the organization operates as a significant contributor to local healthcare systems.

Overview

St. Peter's Health is part of a larger community-focused healthcare system that includes a 99-bed acute care hospital along with various other medical services such as physician clinics, urgent care clinics, home health and hospice care, cancer care, dialysis, and ambulance services. It serves approximately 97,000 residents from the surrounding five-county area, including Lewis and Clark, Broadwater, Powell, Meagher, and Jefferson counties[1].

Mission and Vision

The mission of St. Peter's Health is to enhance the health, wellness, and quality of life for the people and communities it serves. The organization strives to be recognized as the gold standard for healthcare in Montana. Its values emphasize treating every person with dignity, respect, and loving-kindness, ensuring safety, empowering employees, promoting collaboration, driving excellence through innovation, and stewarding resources wisely[1].

Organizational Structure

St. Peter's Health is overseen by a volunteer board of directors, which includes community leaders and health experts dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services. The organization employs over 1,700 community members and includes more than 100 physicians and advanced practice providers representing over 20 specialties[1].

Accreditation and Certifications

St. Peter's Health is accredited by DNV-GL Health Care, an international accreditation body, and was the first hospital in Montana to achieve ISO-9001 quality management certification, demonstrating its commitment to quality and safety standards[1].

Financial Status

As a nonprofit organization, St. Peter's Health operates under the tax-exempt status of a 501(c)(3) entity, which allows donations to be tax-deductible. The organization's financial operations are primarily driven by program services, with contributions, investment income, and other revenue sources also contributing to its overall financial health[4].

St. Peter's Health Foundation

The organization is supported by the St. Peter's Health Foundation, which aims to inspire a culture of giving to enhance healthcare services and support community well-being. Donations to the foundation allow for the development of targeted health initiatives and support urgent needs within the healthcare system[5].