(Ithaca, NY) August 15, 2023 – Both Cayuga Medical Center (CMC) and Schuyler Hospital (SH), members of Cayuga Health, were recently recognized for fair share spending by the Lown Institute. The Lown Institute conducts nonpartisan research to help inform consumers about their care.
Based on 2020 tax records, the Lown Institute determined that both CMC and SH had a “fair share” surplus in 2020, which means they spent more on financial assistance and community investment than the estimated value of their tax exemption.
“Part of the mission of Cayuga Health is to continuously support the communities that we serve, and we offer this support in a variety of ways including contributions and various health improvement activities in Tompkins, Cortland, and Schuyler Counties,” stated Rebecca Gould, Chief Financial Officer, and Vice President of Finance for Cayuga Health. “We want to ensure that every member of our community has access to high quality care regardless of payment sources and we work diligently alongside other community organizations to address population health needs, right here.”
For community benefit, Lown Institute measured 1700 non-profit hospitals in the United States providing charity care or subsidized health services, community health improvement activities, contributions to community groups, and community building activities. They are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
To see the full list, go to 2023, Fair Share Spending – Lown Institute Hospital Index (lownhospitalsindex.org).
what our patients are saying
“I have been a Hemo dialysis patient for almost Five years. Prior to dialysis and during dialysis I have had several trips to the ER, due to other health issues & was admitted to CMC more than a few times. Each and every time I’ve been there, whether in patient or out, I have been treated with respect, professionalism, and efficiency. I give this hospital 2 thumbs up!! Thank you CMC for taking care of me all these years!!”
“I have had many occasions visiting CMC for myself and family. We have never had a bad experience there at all. Last October I had surgery and the nurses were amazing especially my night nurse. Thank you to all CMC staff for doing what you do every day with a smile.”
“The staff and accommodations at Cayuga Birthplace are amazing!!! This is what it I imagine it would feel like to be a celebrity getting VIP treatment. I wish I could stay longer – even the food options are 5 Star! The amenities are great. Everything is clean and designed beautifully. Not a single complaint, only praises!”
“I have to say the last couple visits that I’ve had here have been wonderful. About a month ago I had an EGD and the staff were amazing! Explained everything in detail and made me feel at ease. I was very nervous and the nurse I had was very comforting. Tonight we had to take my son to the emergency room and they were awesome with him! We got right in. “
