Teton Valley Health Donor Report FY 2018

DONOR REPORT Fiscal Year 2018 Enhancing comprehensive and exceptional medical services in Teton Valley

TETON VALLEY HEALTH FOUNDATION In my mind, a philanthropist is anyone who gives anything - time,

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Jenny Wade

money, experience, skills or network - in any amount to create a better world.

-- Laura Arrillaga-Andressen

RETAIL MANAGER Milissa West

2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS RAY HOWARD, Chair CARRIE SNOEY, Vice Chair MARK ANDERSON, Treasurer JULIE WHITLOCK, Secretary MARA BRANNON, Member KEITH GNAGEY, Member ALISHA HORROCKS, Member 2019 INCOMING DIRECTORS ERIN BORBET, Member TUCKY HARRISON, Member MARYANN RUSSO, Member JAMES WUNSCH, Member

A LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Teton Valley Health Foundation is the fundraising entity for Teton Valley Health. The Foundation provides needed funds for equipment, technology, campaigns and programs for the Hospital, Driggs Clinic, Victor Clinic and Cache Clinic. Our sole function is to provide funding to enhance and increase exceptional healthcare in Teton Valley.

In my nearly three years as Executive Director, I have been honored to create new fundraising opportunities for the Foundation and to oversee the growth of ongoingAccording initiatives. Every year,Health I am struck by the incredible to Idaho generosity of this community. From those who give of their free time to help make events successful to those and Welfare, Idaho ranks who donate financially in recognition that healthcare is our greatest asset, I thank you for your philanthropy.

The horizon of healthcare in Teton Valley is bright. As we head into the future, we make plans for a new hospital, expanded specialty service lines and increased programs.

Jenny Wade Executive Director

Physical Location: 75 W. Little, Driggs ID 83422

Mailing Address: 120 E. Howard Ave, Driggs, ID 83422

TVHFoundation.org jwade@tvhcare.org

DONOR REPORT FISCAL YEAR 2018

Raising the bar in PATIENT SATISFACTION

100

Patients who would recommend providers 97% Satisfaction

80

Patients who would recommend clinic 93% Satisfaction

60

Overall Clinic Provider 96% Satisfaction

40

Outpatient 94% Satisfaction

20

ER Patient 95% Satisfaction

0

Inpatient 97% Satisfaction

Every year, Teton Valley Health is able to report an increase in patient satisfaction. Statistics come from patient surveys via mail, email or online patient portal responses. Patient feedback is our yardstick for improvement, and we are proud that approval percentages increase across the board each year. After every visit, TVH asks patients to let us know about their experience. All surveys are reviewed, and responses guide how we improve healthcare for the community.

The foundation of satisfaction

KEEPING IT CLEAN Teton Valley Health is at less than 1% for surgical site infections and hospital acquired infections for the past two years.

This year, Teton Valley Health Foundation was able to fully fund the purchase of major equipment and the entirety of necessary hospital projects.

We are proud to provide the comforts and technology that increase patient satisfaction.

Industrial Washer for linens

$ 5,000

Laboratory Specimen Refrigerator

$ 6,000

Emergency Room HVAC System

$45,010

Flooring replacement for Driggs Clinic

$74,000

Air Conditioning system for IT server

$32,000

Ultrasound and Echocardiogram

$74,994

Anesthesia Machine

$65,588

2018 BREAST CANCER PROGRAM

TEE IT UP FOR THE TETONS Teton Valley Health Foundation’s biggest fundraiser

Breast Cancer Awareness and Prevention

for breast cancer awareness is our annual golf

Early detection is the key to breast cancer survival. Statistically, the number of individuals who get timely breast cancer screenings in Idaho is the lowest or one of the lowest in the nation every year.

the monies raised funded:

By offering free basic screening mammograms to anyone who needs the test, Teton Valley Health Foundation hopes to increase breast health awareness in Idaho by catching breast cancer in its earliest stages.

If you believe you require a mammogram, or if your doctor recommends you get one, the test is free to you through the Foundation. Ask for the application at Hospital Admissions.

12%

of women (1 in 8) in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime.

According to Idaho Health and Welfare, Idaho ranks

50th

in the nation for breast cancer screening. Idaho consistently ranks last or next to last for individuals who receive breast cancer screenings each year.

93%

Cases of breast cancer are increasing for men in the United States. Approximately

2,550

new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in men in 2019 according to the American Cancer Society.

of Idaho patients diagnosed with breast cancer in its early stages will survive at least five years after diagnosis.

tournament at Teton Springs Golf Course. This year

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Over $20,000 in mammograms Tests for approximately 30 patients

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Diagnostics and surgery for 1 patient

2018 ANNUAL CAMPAIGN

The Annual Cost of Ongoing Operations The Annual Campaign is the mainstay of Teton Valley Health Foundation’s fundraising efforts. Donations given to the Annual Campaign give us the flexibility to cover the costs of whatever is most needed by the hospital and clinics for general repairs, updating medical equipment, upgrading software and renovating medical spaces. Most contributions to our Annual Campaign come through event participation, donations through the Tin Cup Challenge or gifts from major donors.

MUDZILLA FUN RUN The Mudzilla Fun Run is Teton Valley Health Foundation’s newest event to raise funds for the Annual Campaign. This “friend-raisier” is a 5K obstacle course and mud run designed to bring the community together for a good time. Fun for any age, Mudzilla features a 40-foot mudslide, 15foot climbling frames, hurdles and a whole lotta dirt!

In 2018, Mudzilla Fun Run had a great turn-out with a big increase in attendance over the prior year. We had food vendors and children’s games onsite in addition to two fighting dinosaurs!

Monies raised went towards the purchase of patient tables for the new Victor clinic.

DONATING THROUGH THE TIN CUP CHALLENGE The Tin Cup Challenge is a major source of funding for Teton Valley Health Foundation’s Annual Campaign.

Donations given through the Tin Cup Challenge to Teton Valley Health Foundation are then matched up to a certain percentage by the Community Foundation of Teton Valley, boosting the amount you contribute to local healthcare each year.

In 2018, the Tin Cup Challenge donations (which includes $12,500 in matching funds from Community Foundation of Teton Valley) helped the Foundation provide almost $55,000 to the Hospital for an ultrasound machine.

TVHF SOCIETY

TVHF’S GALA UNDER THE STARS

Wine & Art Donor Appreciation and Auction Event

This year marked the fifth anniversary of Teton Valley Health Foundation’s Wine & Art Event. Originally inspired by an evening of wine and art with Scott Christensen, Ray and Sheelagh Howard were the creators and first hosts of the event. Over the years. Wine & Art has grown to become TVHF’s largest fundraiser to honor our major donors and raise money through a high-end auction for big ticket medical needs.

On a gorgeous evening in late August, Dr. Neal and Cherie Small hosted this year’s gala at their home. Our guest of honor was Scott Christensen in honor of his generous support of the event each year.

In 2018, Wine & Art raised almost $80,000 and Teton Valley Health Foundation was able to purchase an echocardiogram for the hospital.

Artist and Auctioneer Extraordinaire Special thanks to Borbay for running a great auction Borbay is a world-renowned artist who began his career in New York City. Since moving to Idaho, he has become an impactful artistic presence in Teton Valley. In addition to actively supporting charity through art, he also contributes to community beautification through projects like the mural in the City of Victor Park.

Borbay donated his dynamic personality and creativity as the auctioneer of this year’s Wine & Art Event.

DONOR INVOLVEMENT

HOME, HEALTH AND HOSPITAL Dr. Neal and Cherie Small host Wine & Art Dr. Neal Small and his wife Cherie love the summer months in Teton Valley. While their primary residence is in Dallas, TX, summers reach triple digits frequently and the Small family has sought refuge in Victor, Idaho every May through August for over two decades.

One summer during his stay in the Valley, Neal injured his knee. Famiiar with Dr. Mo Brown’s reputation as a skilled orthopedic surgeon, he sought treatment at Teton Valley Hospital.

“I am an arhtroscopic sugeon as well,” Neal says, “and I had watched Dr. Brown perform arthroscopic surgery the summer before I injured my knee. When I injured it, I knew how proficient Mo was and so I went to him for my surgery. The quality of care is excellent.”

Not only did Neal’s surgery result in a friendship with Dr. Brown, he and Cherie became supporters of Teton Valley Health Foundation. In the summer of 2018, they

hosted TVHF’s Wine & Art Event at their home, offering a beautiful venue for the Foundation’s largest and most lucrative fundraiser. “Cherie and I enjoyed having everyone at our house,”Neal smiles, “We were gratified to host an event which raised close to $80,000 for the healthcare here. We thought the event was very successful.”

As Neal and Cherie have become more involved in their support of local healthcare, the couple looks forward to investing in the growth of Teton Valley’s Hospital. Both Cherie and Neal see a new hospital in Teton Valley Health’s future.

The Smalls view healthcare in Teton Valley as one of the community’s definite bright spots.

Neal says, “I think that with the population growing and aging as it is in Teton Valley, Idaho and with the interest and enthusiam of individuals with whom I have spoken within the Valley, I believe we can accomplish building a new Hospital.” Neal and Cherie are excited to a be a part of that project.

LET’S GIVE A HAND FOR THE NEW C-ARM John and Jeanine Cushman donated $100,000 to Teton Valley Health Foundation towards the purchase of a new C-Arm. Providing high resolution images in real time for better treatment results in surgery and patient recovery, the C-Arm was installed in October 2018.

We thank the Cushman Family Foundation for their generosity. A plaque acknowledging the donation of this state-of-the-art equipment will be installed in the Hospital this December.

It is an amazing piece of technology. I’m doing a hip fracture in the morning and for the first time I’ll use the software distance measuring capabilities. The flat panel takes up 25% of the space ... which is huge!

Thanks John and Jeanie!

--Dr. Mo Brown, Orthopedic Surgeon

DONOR APPRECIATION Teton Valley Health Foundation gratefully acknowledges the following individuals, business sponsors and in-kind contributors who donated in Fiscal Year 2018 (October 1, 2017 through September 30 2018). Our Major Donors are those individuals who inspire support of healthcare by giving $500 or more to Teton Valley Health Foundation each year.

BENEFACTOR SOCIETY

HELPING HAND

Cushman Family Foundation John and Jeanine Cushman

Anonymous (1) Mark and Robin Anderson Donald C. Brace Foundation Karen Scheid Jean Crabtree Berndt and Doreen Fetzer Beverly Fisher John and Kristine Fisher Kate and Reed Griffith Raymond and Cherie HInchcliff Raymond and Sheelagh Howard Glenn Janss Susan and Richard Jacobsen Robert and Vicki Jones Maryann and Duncan Moore Barbara and Michael Morey Diane and KC Murphy Alan Plows John and Linda Seiter Dr. Neal and Cherie Small Jill Smith Don and Beverly Watson Jon and Audrey WIlson David and Susan Work

$80,000 +

HUMANITARIAN $20,000 - $50,000 BUSINESS

Teton Springs Golf Course

SUSTAINING MEMBER $10,000 - $15,000 IN-KIND

Scott Christensen - Artist

ADVOCATE LEVEL $5000 -$9,999

Mara and Jack Brannon Mary Lou and Jim Bush Jim and Vickie Click Keith Gnagey Todd and Rishon Hilde Maryann and Frank Russo

BUSINESS

Dining In Catering Huntsman Springs

IN-KIND

John and Jeanine Cushman Ray and Sheelagh Howard

$1,000 - $4,999

BUSINESS Air Methods Amangani Togwotee Mountain Lodge Grand Targhee Resort

Jackson Hole Grand Expeditions MD Nursery and Landscaping Purveyors of Wine Peaked Sports RAD Curbside Shooting Star Jackson Hole

BUSINESS

Alliance Title & Escrow Audio Video Specialists First American Title Gearhead Garage Henry’s Fork Anglers Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis Silverstar Communications IN-KIND Targhee Athletics Jason Borbet - Artist Teton Pines and Country Club Mark Fisher Eric Christian & Sarah Wright Olsen Valley Lumber Warbirds Cafe Jon and Audrey Wilson World Cast Anglers Bob and Kristy Wetzel Yasha Jewels

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS $500 - $999

Anonymous (1) Angela Booker Bill and Ray Belk Bill and Joan Bowyer Melissa Campbell Tony Dodge and Pauline Elliot Fred Goldberg Foundation David Haworth & Alison Barkley Buol & Janet Conway Heslin Wendy and Richard Hokin Bill and Jeanette Horn Hutchison Family Foundation Nancy and John Nielson Cheryl and James Reinertsen Sheibler Family Foundation David and Benlyn Wade Robert and Debra Whipple

IN-KIND

Alison Brush - Artist John Block & Chuck Kuglen Tamara Callens - Artist Kathy and Christian Cisco Chuck Iossi - Artist Bonny Etchemendy - Artist Kimball Geisler - Artist John Grell and Alan Bentley Jason Husband - Artist Patricia O’Leary - Artist Bart Walker - Artist

CAREGIVERS $1 - $499

Anonymous (7) Peter Anderson Mandy Barton

DONOR APPRECIATION GIFTS MADE IN IN MEMORY OF

Marlene Price Mary Lou and James Bush Albert “Skip” Tilt

Bob and Jean Benedict Jim Bjorken Randy Boesch Bill Boney Laurie and Virgil Boss Patricia and Michael Boyd Blue Bunch Dot and Joseph Burns Rex Christensen James Curtes Philbin deGot Schulz Amy Dery Evlyn DeZonia Martin Eby Marion Elliot Darrell Empey John Fedders Alice and John Finley Thomas and Georgia Sue Fuller Jo and Jack Haddox Brandon and Tucky Harrison Susan and Andrew Heffron Herb Heimerl Toni and Thomas Hill Gil and Shannon Hundley Frank Kasko Linda and Alan Klagge Richard Krell Chris Larson & Cathy O’Connor Richard Lebolt Leon ad Ellen Lederman Peggy and Don Lee Gayle and Ron Lien

Merilee and David Lienert Jane and Peter Mackay Brett and Melanie Marcum Eva and Lars Marmsater Kay McCarthy Michael & Nancy McCullough-McCoy Alan and Alice McIntosh Ray Pond and Donna Molinelli Gary Moscowitz Mary Mullany & Ralph Mossman Taylor Nelson Peter Nelson Derrick and Liz Nobman Mary Lou and Peter Oslund Ann Loyola & Wood Palmer Thomas Peter Liz Pitcher Richard Poduska Daniel Powers and Lynne Wolfe Sean and Jackie Riley Molly Robertson-Goodrich Julie Robinson and David Hensel Jazz and Karen Russell Karin and Joseph Sadaukas Dean Scheid Sharon and Arnold Byrd Shopper Nancy Siverd Marilyne Skinner Robert and Alice Stevenson Reed Sullivan Linda Swope Diane Tauer Temple

Please let us know if there are errors or omissions jwade@tvhcare.org Margo and Bill Eckerle Taylor Karin and Bert Upson Vickie and Neil Van Dresar Debra and Jerry Waugeman Chad and Julie Kate Webster Michael Whitfield & Elizabeth Davy Ben Winship and Caroline Herter Felix and Joyce McFarland Zajac

Teton Aviation Center The Brakeman American Grill The Local Galleria The Rusty Nail The Wardrobe Company Thoenig’s Fine Jewelry Victor Valley Market Yostmark Mountain Equipment

BUSINESS

IN-KIND

Anytime Fitness Aztec Fusion Barrels & Bins Big Hole Barbeque Broulim’s Supermarket Butter Cafe Erin Borbet Acupuncture Corner Drug Cottage Creations Daydreams Coffee Driggs Veterinary Clinic Dry Ridge Outfitters Festive Living Forage Bistro Guchiebirds Idaho Falls Country Club Jenny Lake Boating Lakeside Lodge and Resort Linn Canyon Ranch Driggs Liquor Market Mosaic Wine Alliance O’Rourke’s Restaurant Provisions Restaurant Seasons Salon

Bill and Joan Bowyer Mo and Tammy Brown Melissa Campbell Cyndy Engelhart - Artist Anne Fish and Jim Wunsch Beverly Fisher John and Kristine Fisher Charles Franklin Keith Gnagey Gary and Jan Blake Kate and Reed Griffith Tucky Harrison Maureen Heimerl Todd and Rishon Hilde Larry and Janet Hiler Dan and Kimberly Hinton

Pam and Lee Holmes Peggy and Don Lee Teri McLaren - Artist Maryann and Duncan Moore Kathy and Michael Potts Sharon and Martin Scott Don and Beverly Watson

COMMUNITY SUPPORT - TOP SPONSORS

DONATION OF PRODUCT

DONATION OF VENUE

ACTION EXCAVATION puts the MUD in MUDZILLA

TETON SPRINGS GOLF COURSE makes TEE IT UP FOR TETONS possible

This year’s Mudzilla Fun Run would not have been half as much fun ... or as muddy ... without Action Excavation.

Jamie and Brandon Lerwill, owners of the excacvation company, donated a full truckload of soil to fill Mudzilla’s mud pits the day before the race. Commenting on Mudzilla, Jamie says “These events play a big part in the community’s success. We like to get involved because our kids grew up here. They were involved in many causes and we know how important local contributions were. We feel we need to give back.”

Action Excavation is a locally-owned company. Brandon has lived here all of his life and Jamie moved here 25 years ago. Both agree, “We love being a part of this community and giving to charities for community events is a great experience. We are happy to do it.”

2240 South 1000 East, Driggs ID 83422 * 208.354.3478

Every year, Teton Springs Golf Course closes all 18-holes of their premiere golf course to donate a day of play for Teton Valley Health Foundation’s Tee It Up for the Tetons golf tournament. Staff time, golf pro oversight of the tournament rules and the course’s entire fleet of golf carts are included as a part of the donation of venue. In addition, Tony and Carrie Snoey, course managers, provide a Garia golf car as the Hole-In-One prize, absorbing insurance costs and other fees associated with that potential gift.

Tee It Up for the Tetons is the Foundation’s main fundraiser for breast cancer awareness and prevention in the Valley. Teton Springs’ generosity means that the almost $20,000 in waived course fees goes directly to the patients in the Valley who benefit from free basic mammograms and the technology purchased through Teton Valley Health Foundation’s Breast Cancer Program annually.

21 Warm Creek Lane, Victor ID 83455 * 208.787.3600 www.tetonsprings.com

COMMUNITY SUPPORT - TOP SPONSORS

DONATION OF SERVICES

SPONSORSHIP DONATION

RAD CURBSIDE supports GOOD, CLEAN FUN in Teton Valley

MD NURSERY & LANDSCAPING is a top-tier BUSINESS SPONSOR every year

RAD Curbside is one of Teton Valley’s best event sponsors. True to the company’s claim that it is a steward of service, community and environment, owner Dave Hudacsko and the RAD crew are always willing to donate full trash service to Teton Valley Health Foundation’s Mudzilla Fun Run. Before the run begins, RAD drops off multiple trash roll carts and recycling bins to accommodate event needs and when the race is over, staff returns to collect it all. In addition to their generous and convenient help. RAD provides 32-foot bins to be used as obstacles on the race course.

Thanks to RAD, runners can get dirty while the course stays clean and trash-free.

455 South Main Street, Driggs ID 83422 * 208.220.7721 www.radcurbside.com

MD Nursery and Landscaping supports every single one of Teton Valley Health Foundation’s many events, kicking off the summer with a top-tier business sponsorship for the Mudzilla Fun Run. Donating $1250, MD covers runner fees for eight participants, the cost of event t-shirts and provides funds to create the 40-foot mud slide which is the event’s premiere obstacle.

Each year, Teton Valley Health Foundation can rely on MD Nursery and Landscaping to donate product and gift certificates as auction items for the Tee It Up for the Tetons Golf Tournament and the Wine & Art Donor Appreciation and Auction Event.

“MD is always happy to help make our local events successful” says Mandi Wilkinson, Controller of the company. Teton Valey Health Foundation appreciates the Nursery’s generosity throughout the year.

2389 ID-33 Scenic, Driggs ID 83422 * 208.354.8816 www.mdlandscapinginc.com

SEE-N-SAVE

SEE-N-SAVE

CELEBRATES

2018

See-N-Save Selects Event See-N-Save Selects is the thrift store’s high-end auction event. All year long, we collect the best items to feature in the auction to raise money for Teton Valley Health Foundation.

2018’s event had a record turn-out and the auction was a big success.

Every single day, See-NSave customers let me or my staff know how much they love shopping here.

This store is a great place for our community!

-- Milissa Parsons West, Retail Manager

See-N-Save Around Town Thanks to Mary Lou and Jim Bush, Teton Springs Foundation and Key Bank, See-N-Save purchased a Pick-Up/Delivery truck.

Those who want to donate or purchase large items may now schedule delivery and/or pick-up. Make an appointment at 208.354.8839* * Service limited in winter weather

Donation Rotation Baskets For $5, you can purchase a Donation Rotation Basket.

Take it home, fill it up and bring it in for quick drop off.

No more loose items to donate piling up in your home or rolling around it your car. Donations made easy!

Stop in at See-N-Save for details.

2019 FUNDRAISING FOCUS

EQUIPMENT NEEDS IN THE NEW YEAR As 2018 comes to a close, the Foundation turns its focus to the hospital’s most crucial needs in the New Year. Major equipment is a part of our annual fundraising agenda.

Consider making a major gift and help the Foundation purchase important, expensive medical equipment for the hospital in 2019. Major donations impact the speed with which we can bring best technology to Teton Valley Health.

This New Year, all monies raised through the Annual Campaign will be applied to major items such as the Stryker Tower, Surgical Service Line Expansion, Portable X-Ray or Autoclave.

Your donation to the Annual Campaign matters each year.

STRYKER TOWER: This specialized tower holds equipment for arthroscopic and endoscopic procedures. It includes a video capture unit to aid in visualization during the procedure. $137,000 - $180,000 Benefits orthopedic surgery and ENT. SURGICAL SERVICE LINE EXPANSION: This is a collection of small, delicate tools that are important for surgical capacity. Approximately 10 fine surgical tools are included. $136,000 Benefits ENT, Ortho, General Surgery and Plastics.

PORTABLE X-RAY: This large piece of equipment will benefit every doctor and every trauma. The lifespan on this piece of equipment is 10-15 years. $125,000 Will be used by the entire medical staff.

AUTOCLAVE: This is a large piece of equipment used to sterilize surgical equipment. Installation includes remodeling of the hospital’s interior space. $92,000 Will be used by the entire medical staff.

2019 FUNDRAISING FOCUS

TELEMEDICINE IN TETON VALLEY

Bringing top-tier medicial specialists to our rural community

TELEMEDICINE SPECIALTIES

WHAT IS TELEMEDICINE?

Through state-of-the-art audio/visual robot technology, providers at Teton Valley Health are able to connect with exceptionally skilled specialists from Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, Intermountain Medical Center and University of Utah for emergency room and outpatient consults.

WHY DOES TVH RELY ON TELEMEDICINE FOR SOME SPECIALTIES?

Telemedicine is the best option for a small rural hospital to access experts in certain areas of specialized medicine. This expert care is something Teton Valley Health would not be able to offer due to lack of patient case-load in Teton Valley. Telemedicine brings specialists to Teton Valley exactly when patients need them.

WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF TELEMEDICINE?

Telemedicine provides 24/7 access to specialist consult as the need arises, allows for quick and precise case evaluation using the best high-resolution technology, lets the patient speak directly with a medical specialist prior to transport or treatment, and provides TVH staff with the best course of treatment based upon the opinion of a leading specialist in the field.

HOW MUCH DOES TELEMEDICINE COST?

Teton Valley Health provides telemedicine to all patients free of charge. Annually, the program costs the Hospital approximately $200,000. None of that expense is passed to you.

Teton Valley Health Foundation must raise $200,000 each year to fund and expand Telemedicine. We rely on your dontations.

Telemedicine reaches far afield to bring top specialists to the patient rather than making the patient travel to the specialist.

The fact that we are able to provide this for our patients with no expectation of reimbursement is our gift to them.

-Angela Booker, Chief Nurse Officer

TELESTROKE: Provides patients with access to subspecialist stroke physicians whose only focus is stroke diagnosis and treatment. Using a high-resolution video and audio system, specialists interact with the patient to assess case and develop a treatment plan.

TELEBURN: Using a high-resolution camera, burn specialists can view burn severity to determine if a patient needs an immediate skin graft.

TELEONCOLOGY: Instead of having to drive to cancer centers miles away, patients may may visit with oncology specialists via telemedicine here in Driggs.

TELERESPIRATORY: TVH has a robot with a specialized stethoscope which allows a respiratory therapist to listen to lung sounds and provide guidance about which treatment to pursue.

TELEPAIN: Dr. Porot, who has limited office hours at Teton Valley Health, may consult via telemedicine on pain management treatment.

TELEMENTAL CRISIS: Experts are able to talk in real time to patients in mental crisis to determine therapy and treatment.

TETON VALLEY HEALTH NEWS

2019 TETON VALLEY HEALTH NEWS

QUALITY AND TETON VALLEY CLINICS The Driggs and Victor Clinics have been designated as Patient Centered Medical Homes by the National Committee for Quality Assurance. This acknowledgement is largely due to: • Consistently offering 24/7 patient access to a provider via the patient portal and ability to telephone the hospitalist for urgent issues after hours.

• Access to Chronic Care Management for patients with poorly controllled conditions or particularly complex cases.

• Team-based care which involves a collabortaive effort in quality improvement activities to strengthen efficient and effective provider-patient relationships.

SELF-PAY COMES TO TETON VALLEY HEALTH STARTING DECEMBER 12, 2018 In order to better serve our patients and the community, Teton Valley Health is bringing it’s new self-pay program in-house. No longer will patients receive bills from a service in Laramie, WY. What this means is that any patient who has concerns or questions regarding their medical bills may discuss payment options and details with a representative on staff at Teton Valley Hospital.

Where patients require a payment plan, they may receive guidance on how to apply for county assistance, the hospital’s internal community assistance program, the clinic sliding fees scale and can receive instant approval for Care Credit Card.

For individuals who have large, unexpected medical bills, Teton Valley Health offers loans that are specifically queried for medical expenses.

Where it may not be financially feasible to pay the entirety of a large surgical bill, the hospital now offers several alternatives to get payments to a manageable monthly amount and extended past the 36 interest-free months provided by Teton Valley Health.

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HELP US FUND GIFTS THAT KEEP ON GIVING Remember Teton Valley Health Foundation this Holiday Season.

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END OF YEAR GIVING Unlike other medical facilities, Teton Valley Health does not receive taxpayer support. End-of-year donations are the gifts that makes the season merry and bright for our hospital and clinics in Teton Valley.