Satellite Healthcare Inc

Programs: Kidney dialysis in-center chronic kidney disease ("ckd") is a public health problem in the united states that impacts approximately 26 million americans. It is well known that hypertension and diabetes are two leading causes of kidney failure. The 2016 united states renal data system report shows that over 678,000 americans who live with end stage renal disease ("esrd"), close to 72% are treated by dialysis. Satellite healthcare owns and operates 79 in-center hemodialysis facilities (satellite dialysis) and home dialysis training centers (wellbound) providing a variety of treatment options to our patients. In 2016, satellite healthcare provided over 1,364,264 dialysis treatments and services to over 7,470 patients in california, texas, indiana, illinois, new jersey, and tennessee. Peritoneal dialysis and home hemo center: wellbound, a satellite healthcare company, is the first healthcare services company to specialize in the delivery and support of daily home dialysis therapies through free-standing, patient-friendly centers of excellence. Our unique care model is built on the premise that early-stage patient education is the first step in an effective treatment program. As such, we dedicate significant resources to reaching patients before they require dialysis. Once dialysis is required, wellbound's goal is to enable nephrologists to easily offer self-care (home) dialysis therapies to their patients. We strive to empower patients to take charge of their health and experience the clinical and quality of life benefits associated with self-care dialysis. See also community benefit report below: community benefit report 2016 satellite healthcares dedication to patient care extends beyond the doors of our centers. As a company and as individuals, satellite teams donate money, time, and talent to help those with kidney disease live the best, most joyful life possible. In every corner of the organization, our employees support ckd and greater community in countless of ways. On the following pages, we invite you to learn more about specific programs satellite proudly sponsors in support of our patients and the communities where they live. Patient financial assistance no one facing ckd should also worry about how to pay for treatment and basic needs. Satellite helps patients in need cover the cost of: o dialysis care o household essentials o nutritional supplements o urgent medical transportation o utility and phone bills 1. Satellite financial assistance program each patient is screened annually to learn if financial assistance is needed to cover all or part of the cost of his/her dialysis care. When needed, satellite social workers help patients access both satellite and community support resources to lighten their burden. This program provided more than $800,000 in assistance to patients in 2016. 2. Satellite patient trust fund funded annually by satellite, and with the help of tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations, this fund helps pay for patient expenses other than direct dialysis costs. In 2016, the fund covered more than $27,000 of expenses for patients in need. 3. American kidney fund (akf) satellite supports the akf in their efforts to provide health insurance premium and other treatment-related financial assistance to more than 98,000 dialysis patients. In 2016, satellite donated more than 2 million dollars to help patients in need receive health care. Ckd research satellite research focuses on care delivery and process improvement that lead to findings that can rapidly be adopted and implemented across the ckd community. 1. Coplon extramural grant the norman s. Coplon extramural grant program has become one of the nation's largest private research endowments for kidney disease treatment. Since 2000, the program has funded over 15 million dollars in research to improve the lives of patients. 2016 coplon grant recipients laura plantinga, phd, emory university matthew rivara, md, university of washington bjoerg thorsteinsdottir, md, mayo clinic 2. In-house research satellites $150 million endowment supports applied pragmatic clinical research. Due to a formalized and inclusive process of topic selection, many research ideas originate with direct patient care teams at satellite locations. For a partial list of recently completed research efforts, visit satellitehealth. Com/research. For example, 2 centers conducted research on a new therapy that involves laughter during hemodialysis. The lol hd program brings together elements of laughter, activity, meditations and deep breathing exercises that stimulate better mood and decreases anxiety. 3. Contract research an integral part of satellite research continues to be participating in phase ii and iii clinical trials with new promising products in the process of achieving fda approval. Trials are chosen according to their applicability and likelihood to improve patient morbidity and mortality rates. Ckd community involvement professionals across satellite departments and locations volunteer thousands of hours a year to raise awareness, promote prevention, and elevate the standard of care for dialysis patients everywhere. Fundraising, donations, and sponsorship 1. National kidney foundation (nkf) in 2016, satellite raised and donated more than $185,000 to the national kidney foundation (nkf). These funds, along with satellite volunteers, supported a number of important nkf programs including: o the quarterly journal club (nephrologist education) o 4 keep healthy ckd screening clinics (prevention) o patient education symposiums (patient education) o 48th annual medical symposium and ckd workshops (professional education) o annual authors luncheon (fundraising event) o 3 pro-to-go scholarships for annual spring clinical meeting (professional development) o annual national kidney walks (ckd awareness and fundraising) o more than 1000 satellite staff members participated in 11 nkf walks. O the combined total raised topped $110,000. 2. American kidney fund (akf) in 2016, satellite donated $60,000 in support of patient-focused education programs including: o 2 health screenings (prevention) o kidney action day awareness event (prevention) 3. Home dialysis central home dialysis central is the internets leading information source for home dialysis information and support. In 2016, satellite donated $10,000 to help them fulfill their mission to education esrd patients on dialysis modality options and support those who choose home dialysis. 4. Between the bay area association of kidney patients (baakp) baakps mission is to education and support san francisco bay area people with ckd. In 2016, satellite donated costs associated with the video documentation at four, three-hour patient educational presentations, for a total of $12,000. 5. Pkd foundation annual walk for pkd satellite staff, patients and families collected pledges and participated in 11 walks, including walks in chicago, houston, san francisco, and philadelphia, to raise funds for kidney related research. Industry leadership in 2016, more than 40 satellite healthcare employees took a leadership role in more than a dozen organizations. Working with colleagues across the nation, these volunteers are helping define the future of ckd patient care. A partial list of these organizations include: renal physicians association (rpa) texas renal coalition american association of kidney patients national association of nephology technicians and technologists nkf council on renal nutrition nkf council of nephrology social workers american nephology nurses association american society of nephology public & patient health education satellite empowers people with information on ckd prevention, modality options, and dialysis lifestyle support. 1. Local community health fairs satellite provided funds and in-kind donations to support ckd education at more than 8 local community events in 2016. Employees donate time, expertise, and passion to staff booths, pass out flyers, and participate in health screenings. 2. Treatment options classes in small group settings using carefully developed communication materials, satellite staff helps ckd dialysis patients and their families understand treatment options. With the advice and consent of their nephrologist, this training helps patients choose a treatment modality to best fit the life the want to live. 3. Online ckd information and support a. Kidneysdothat. Org satellite hosts a pre-ckd public health education website that offers simple explanations on how kidneys work and tips on how to keep them healthy. B. Satellitehealth. Com/for-patients-families satellites company website was built and is maintained with the express intent to provide new patients and their families with easy information and helpful links to credible sources. C. Facebook. Com/satellitehealthcare rather than a channel to promote satellite services, satellites facebook page was created to provide a reliable source of c

patient and community programs included: research programs: $2,177,454 research grants: $1,097,900 see the community benefit report in schedule o for additional information