Heartland Medical Clinic Inc

The information for Heartland Medical Clinic Inc is as of the organization's most recent filing in April '22. This organization is located in Lawrence, KS. It has been in existence for 17 years, following its founding in 2005.

Organization Classification

The IRS classifies organizations according to the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) system. The NTEE system helps the IRS assign a 3-character code to each organization to describe the organization's activities.

The Heartland Medical Clinic Inc's NTEE code is E30. The "E" tells us that the organization is classified under Health Care. The "30" tells us that the organization is involved in Ambulatory & Primary Health Care. The NTEE describes this classification as health centers, clinics, and other facilities that provide walk-in, walk-out diagnostic and treatment services for people whose care does not require confinement or a hospital stay. The Heartland Medical Clinic Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization, which means it is engaged in Religious, Educational, Charitable, Scientific, Literary, Public Safety, Amateur Sports, or Prevention of Cruelty to Children or Animals work. The mission of the Heartland Medical Clinic Inc is to provide access to quality health care for underserved community members within its service area.

Program Areas

Program Area 1: The Medical Clinic program area is a federally qualified health center and a level 3 patient-centered medical home. It consists of a medical team that includes primary care physicians, pediatricians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. The clinic provides behaviorally-enhanced primary care services for insured and uninsured patients living in various zip codes within Douglas, Jefferson, Osage, Franklin, and Leavenworth counties in FYE 2022. Approximately 39,700 patient visits were provided in FYE 2022.

Program Area 2: The organization's second program area focuses on dental care. Heartland offers dental treatment and oral health care to both Heartland patients and the public. These services are provided in their clinic, as well as through ongoing outreach programs for public school students in Douglas, Jefferson, Osage, Franklin, Leavenworth, Miami, and Shawnee counties in FYE 2022. In August 2020, the organization acquired the Douglas County Dental Clinic to better serve the needs of the community. In FYE 2022, the clinic provided dental care to approximately 12,818 patient visits.

Program Area 3: Psychiatry and Behavioral Health - Heartland employs a mental health team that includes a psychiatrist and behavioral health consultants. They practice an integrated healthcare model where mental health professionals and providers work alongside each other to provide mental and behavioral health screenings, therapy, and associated medications to patients. These services are often provided during medical visits, with behavioral health consultants visiting patients in the exam room. During the COVID pandemic, most of these services have been provided through telehealth. In FYE 2022, the clinic provided mental health care to approximately 5,068 patient visits.

Program Area 4: Within the organization's other program services, primary care, behavioral health therapy, psychiatry, dental services, food pantry/care cupboard, insurance eligibility, medication assistance, Ryan White case management, and pediatric care are reported.

Organization Staffing

Heartland Medical Clinic Inc is run by Julie Branstrom, who is the Chief Executive Officer. The organization has 208 employees, of whom 8 are paid more than $100k per year. Supporting the paid staff are 14 volunteers.

Board Governance

Heartland Medical Clinic Inc appears to be well-governed based on the information provided. The organization has 10 voting members, all of whom are independent, indicating a diverse and unbiased decision-making process. The absence of potential conflicts of interest further strengthens the organization's governance structure. The fact that the organization has not delegated management to an outside firm suggests that it retains control over its operations and decision-making processes. This allows for more transparency and accountability within the organization. Additionally, the documentation of board and committee meetings demonstrates a commitment to transparency and record-keeping. Heartland Medical Clinic Inc also demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical practices through its conflict of interest policy, which requires disclosure of conflicts. This policy ensures that any potential conflicts are identified and addressed appropriately. The organization's written whistleblower policy further supports a culture of transparency and accountability, encouraging employees and stakeholders to report any wrongdoing without fear of retaliation. Furthermore, the organization's document retention policy and substantiation and review of leadership salaries indicate a commitment to responsible financial management. The provision of copies of the 990 to the board prior to filing ensures that board members have access to financial information and can review the organization's financial health. Overall, Heartland Medical Clinic Inc exhibits a strong governance structure, prioritizing transparency, accountability, and ethical practices. These factors contribute to the organization's credibility and effectiveness in fulfilling its mission.

Organization Growth

Over the given time period, Heartland Medical Clinic Inc has experienced significant growth. Contributions & Grants Received increased from $1.3M in 2014 to $6.2M in 2021, while Program Service Revenue increased from $874.1K in 2014 to $11.8M in 2021. Total Revenue also saw a substantial increase, rising from $2.2M in 2014 to $18.1M in 2021. Additionally, the organization's employee salaries increased from $912.2K in 2014 to $6.6M in 2021, and the number of total employees grew from 33 in 2014 to 208 in 2021. However, there was a decrease in the number of total volunteers, which declined from 75 in 2014 to 14 in 2021. Overall, Heartland Medical Clinic Inc has experienced significant growth in terms of revenue, grants, program service, and staff size, indicating an expansion of its operations and impact.