The role of nonprofit hospitals in Utah's health care system

Utah's Nonprofit Health Care System The majority of Utah hospitals are nonprofit organizations that provide charity care and medical discounts; community education, services, and research; donations of time and money; and essential health services throughout the state. Data show two-thirds of the state's hospitals have nonprofit status (Figure 1). Additionally, 18 of Utah's 21 rural and critical access hospitals are nonprofit, supporting access and providing community benefit to rural areas throughout the state.1