Mercy Hospital Springfield
88% goes to programs $0 to raise $100 Growing revenue
Mercy Hospital Springfield is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Springfield, Missouri, registered in 1946, with $1,298,492,812 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 88% of spending to programs.
1235 E Cherokee St, Springfield, MO, 65804 EIN 44-0552485 Since 1946
Revenue (FY2023)
$1.3B
▲ 15.4% vs prior year
Health median: $840K
Expenses (FY2023)
$1.2B
Net assets
$453.0M
Employees
0
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating88% to programs · $0 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Mercy Hospital Springfield: 88% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating5 mo reserves · +11% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Mercy Hospital Springfield: 5 mo reserves · +11% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Mercy Hospital Springfield: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Mercy Hospital Springfield: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
As the sisters of mercy before us, we bring to life the healing ministry of jesus through our compassionate care and exceptional service.
What they do
At mercy hospital springfield, cancer care is about more than providing clinical treatments. mercy hospital springfield also offers support services to help you maintain your physical, mental and emotional health. mercy's cancer specialists care for almost every type of cancer and participate in clinical research to bring you the most advanced cancer treatment available. in fy24, mercy hospital springfield had 39,038 cases and 6,954 patient days for this service line.
Mercy hospital springfield's orthopedic physicians share a passion for protecting and preserving your mobility and strength and can care for nearly any medical condition or injury that affects the musculoskeletal system. mercy's orthopedic specialists and surgeons treat everything from achy joints and sports injuries to hand injuries and trauma. in fy24, mercy hospital springfield had 13,417 cases and 11,217 patient days for this service line.
In addition to the program services described above, mercy hospital springfield also serves patients in additional service lines, including but not limited to the following areas: emergency room; gastroenterology; neuroscience; radiology; women & infants.
Contact & location
- Address
- 1235 E Cherokee St, Springfield, MO, 65804
- City
- Springfield
- State
- Missouri
- Category
- Health Care
- Subcategory
- Hospitals
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $964.4M (FY2013) to $1.3B (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $102.3MNet assets $453.0M
Operating margin
11.4%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$555.3M
Total liabilities
$102.3M
Net assets
$453.0M
Salaries & benefits
$530.4M
46% of expenses
Board members
6
4 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,298,492,812▲15.4% | $1,150,176,555▲10.3% | $453,042,351▲5.5% | $555,334,783▲3.4% | 990 |
| 2022 | $1,124,864,221▲7.3% | $1,042,983,931▲1.0% | $429,352,944▲8.1% | $537,051,851▼0.7% | 990 |
| 2021 | $1,048,667,589▼6.0% | $1,032,307,033▲8.6% | $397,247,295▼17.7% | $540,976,960▼1.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $1,115,699,805▲10.8% | $950,350,792▲7.7% | $482,582,213▼8.7% | $547,925,906▼5.5% | 990 |
| 2019 | $1,006,677,358▼6.5% | $882,410,177▼10.9% | $528,822,621▲31.8% | $580,000,472▲33.4% | 990 |
| 2018 | $1,077,159,329▼4.5% | $990,424,622▼2.8% | $401,162,698▼1.0% | $434,644,110▼1.6% | 990 |
| 2017 | $1,127,718,987▲2.4% | $1,019,131,860▲3.6% | $405,385,125▲7.4% | $441,666,541▲4.7% | 990 |
| 2016 | $1,101,544,159▲2.0% | $983,692,793▲0.9% | $377,428,428▼0.7% | $421,730,923▼1.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $1,080,293,012▲6.8% | $974,652,536▲6.3% | $380,176,593▲8.1% | $428,513,673▲3.3% | 990 |
| 2014 | $1,011,162,743▲4.8% | $917,145,460▼0.5% | $351,737,330▲33.2% | $414,726,298▼19.2% | 990 |
| 2013 | $964,392,669 | $921,805,039▲5.0% | $264,081,765▼12.3% | $513,051,318▲5.2% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $877,872,064▲2.5% | $301,169,981▲9.1% | $487,914,032▲8.1% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $856,353,763▲7.8% | $276,097,711▼3.2% | $451,521,888▲9.0% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $794,657,353▲3.8% | $285,117,125▲2.7% | $414,122,267▼1.1% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $765,579,299 | $277,739,587 | $418,744,952 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2023)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argueta David | President, Mercy Springfield Communities & Bm | 5 | — |
| Bethea Ralph | Physician | 50 | — |
| Cochran Md David | Physician | 25 | — |
| Eckhardt Christie | Vp, Chief Operations Counsel & Sec (thru 10/2023) | 1 | — |
| Griesemer Md Mark | Physician & Board Member | 15 | — |
| Hammerschmidt Jr Robert | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Hennessey III William | Vp-mission | 25 | — |
| Hilmes Thomas | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Mccoy Craig | Former Officer | 15 | — |
| Myers Johnathon | President, Mercy Springfield Communities & Bm | 5 | — |
| Oghlakian Gerard | Physician | 50 | — |
| Rankin Thomas | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Richmond Jacquelynn | Former Officer | 0 | — |
| Roberts William J | Cfo | 40 | — |
| Sanders Nick | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Snider Do Jessica | Physician | 50 | — |
| Tummala Mohan | Physician | 50 | — |
| Wilke Jamie | Associate Counsel & Sec (11/23) | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Healthtrust Workforce Solutions | Contract Labor Agency | $40,371,302 |
| Locumsmart LLC | Contract Wages For Non-integrated Physic | $6,277,077 |
| Towne Park LLC | Valet and Sitter Services | $2,384,284 |
| Mccarthy Building Companies Inc | Building and Renovation Services | $2,180,427 |
| D3 Oncology Inc | Radiation Therapy Contract Services | $1,572,700 |
Grants received · $654K total
17 grants to Mercy Hospital Springfield totaling $654K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc | Pass-thru grant | 2024 | $6,773 |
| American Cancer Society Inc | Patient support | 2022 | $25,000 |
| Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc | Pass-thru grant | 2021 | $13,201 |
| Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc | Pass-thru grant | 2020 | $17,583 |
| Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc | Pass-thru grant | 2019 | $34,651 |
| Way Finders Inc | Aco partner payment | 2019 | $12,500 |
| Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc | Pass-thru grant | 2018 | $46,935 |
| Way Finders Inc | Aco partner payment | 2018 | $12,500 |
| Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc | Pass-thru grant | 2017 | $35,702 |
| Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc | Pass-thru grant | 2016 | $50,003 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | Medical diagnosis | 2016 | $19,000 |
| Patient Access Network Foundation | Patient assistance | 2015 | $164,532 |
| Advocates For A Healthy Community Inc | Pass-thru grant | 2015 | $28,254 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | Medical diagnosis | 2015 | $19,000 |
| Patient Access Network Foundation | Patient assistance | 2014 | $98,504 |
Grants made · $760K in FY2023
3 grants totaling $760K in FY2023. All grants made by Mercy Hospital Springfield →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health Foundation Springfield | Support mission | $692,391 |
| City of Springfield | Support mission | $36,500 |
| Springfield Mo Chamber of Commerce Inc 320 Jefferson | Sponsorship | $30,775 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Mercy Hospital Springfield a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Mercy Hospital Springfield is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 44-0552485, based in Springfield, Missouri. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Mercy Hospital Springfield's EIN?
- Mercy Hospital Springfield's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 44-0552485.
- How much revenue does Mercy Hospital Springfield report?
- Mercy Hospital Springfield reported $1,298,492,812 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Mercy Hospital Springfield's spending goes to programs?
- Mercy Hospital Springfield spends about 88% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Mercy Hospital Springfield have?
- CharityIndex grades Mercy Hospital Springfield A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Mercy Hospital Springfield's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Mercy Hospital Springfield's latest Form 990 is $0, paid to Argueta David (President, Mercy Springfield Communities & Bm).
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Data for Mercy Hospital Springfield (EIN 44-0552485) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.