ENID ATHENA LING-STOWERS M.D.
NPI 1134233992
Emergency Medicine in Grand Rapids, MI

NPI Status: Active since August 18, 2006

Contact Information

275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
ZIP 49503
Phone: (616) 391-5272
Fax: (616) 391-9010

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 31
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled
  • Medicare Quality Reporting

About ENID LING-STOWERS

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Enid Ling-stowers, a provider established in Grand Rapids, Michigan with a medical specialization in Emergency Medicine and more than 31 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1134233992 assigned on August 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207P00000X with license number 4301511835 (MI). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated one year ago.

NPI
1134233992
Provider Name
ENID ATHENA LING-STOWERS M.D.
Other Name
ENID A. LING M.D.
Other Name Type
Former Name (1)
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
275 MICHIGAN ST NE GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Location Phone
(616) 391-5272
Location Fax
(616) 391-9010
Mailing Address
100 MICHIGAN ST NE # MC845 GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1995
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
08-18-2006
Last Update Date
01-27-2025
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Emergency Medicine

Taxonomy Code
207P00000X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
4301511835
License State
MI
Taxonomy Description
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207PE0005XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Emergency Medicine
Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine

4301511835 (MI)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Choice Bronze HSA - HMO
  • Choice Bronze HSA + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Clear Gold - HMO
  • Clear Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Gold - HMO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Silver - HMO
  • Complete Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze - HMO
  • Everyday Bronze + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Clear Silver - HMO
  • Elite Gold - HMO
  • Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Everyday Gold - HMO
  • Everyday Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Gold - HMO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Silver - HMO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Complete Gold - HMO
  • Complete Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Elite Gold - HMO
  • Elite Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Focused Silver - HMO
  • Focused Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Gold - HMO
  • Standard Gold + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • Standard Silver - HMO
  • Standard Silver + Vision + Adult Dental - HMO
  • MHP Bronze - HMO
  • MHP Bronze Saver (Expanded) - HMO
  • MHP Expanded Bronze Standard - HMO
  • MHP Gold - HMO
  • MHP Gold Standard - HMO
  • MHP Silver Exchange - HMO
  • MHP Silver Exchange Rewards - HMO
  • MHP Silver Standard - HMO
  • MHP Young Adult/Catastrophic - HMO
  • Peak PPO Bronze HDHP - PPO
  • Peak PPO Bronze Standard - PPO
  • Peak PPO Catastrophic - PPO
  • Peak PPO Gold - PPO
  • Peak PPO Gold Standard - PPO
  • Peak PPO Silver - PPO
  • Peak PPO Silver Standard - PPO
  • Plus Bronze - PPO
  • Plus Bronze Standard - PPO
  • Plus Gold - PPO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver - HMO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver Corewell Health West Michigan Network - HMO
  • MyPriority Balanced Silver Corewell Health West Michigan Network (Allegan, Barry) - HMO
  • MyPriority Enhanced Gold Corewell Health West Michigan Network - HMO
  • MyPriority Enhanced Gold Corewell Health West Michigan Network (Allegan, Barry) - HMO
  • MyPriority Premier Silver - HMO
  • MyPriority Premier Silver Corewell Health West Michigan Network - HMO
  • MyPriority Premier Silver Corewell Health West Michigan Network (Allegan, Barry) - HMO
  • MyPriority Standard Bronze - HMO
  • MyPriority Standard Bronze - Corewell Health West Michigan Network - HMO

*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Enid Ling-stowers is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Enid Ling-stowers is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 4183633860

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20240429002022

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies

The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.

Durable Medical Equipment

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Tape, waterproof, per 18 square inches (HCPCS:A4452)

    4 DME suppliers used 14 Medicare Claims 310 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Collagen dressing, sterile, size 16 sq. in. or less, each (HCPCS:A6021)

    5 DME suppliers used 11 Medicare Claims 191 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA023N)

    Specialty absorptive dressing, wound cover, sterile, pad size more than 16 sq. in. but less than or equal to 48 sq. in., without adhesive border, each dressing (HCPCS:A6252)

    4 DME suppliers used 19 Medicare Claims 306 Services Paid

  • DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies (DA000N)

    Gradient compression wrap, non-elastic, below knee, 30-50 mm hg, each (HCPCS:A6545)

    5 DME suppliers used 13 Medicare Claims 14 Services Paid

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

This service was performed 26 times for 23 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

This service was performed 51 times for 42 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 184 times for 93 patients

Management of oxygen chamber therapy

Oxygen chamber therapy involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized room or tube. It's used to treat various conditions like wounds that won't heal due to diabetes or radiation injury. In this therapy, your body's tissues get more oxygen to promote healing and fight infection.

This service was performed 212 times for 24 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

This service was performed 61 times for 61 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the surgical removal of skin and tissue, up to 20.0 square cm in size. It's often performed to treat conditions like skin cancer or to remove moles, warts, and other skin lesions. The area is numbed and the unwanted tissue is carefully cut out.

This service was performed 393 times for 136 patients

Removal of skin and tissue, each additional 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the removal of skin and tissue, typically due to disease, injury, or abnormal growth. Each session removes an area of 20.0 square cm or less. It's performed by a trained professional and may require multiple sessions for larger areas.

This service was performed 45 times for 13 patients

Removal of tissue from wound, 20.0 sq cm or less

This procedure involves the careful removal of damaged or infected tissue from a wound that's 20.0 square cm or less. It's done to promote healing and prevent further infection. The process is carried out under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort.

This service was performed 38 times for 29 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $21.18 for a new patient copayment and $24.11 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 49503 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203

  • Average New Patient Price $84.74
  • Minimum New Patient Price $54.34
  • Maximum New Patient Price $166.68
  • Average New Patient Copayment $21.18
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.58
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.67

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $96.44
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $17.09
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $135.4
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $24.11
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.27
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.85

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Quality Reporting

The provider participated in CMS Quality Payment Program. The Quality Payment Program aims to improve population health, reduce costs and improve the care received by Medicare beneficiaries. The following quality measures meet Medicare's statistical reporting standards. Not all providers report the same information, because not all providers give the same services to patients. The quality information is just a snapshot of some the care providers give to their patients. Reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality.

Quality Measure Performance Number of Patients
Care Plan 100% 206
Percentage of patients aged 65 years and older who have an advance care plan or surrogate decision maker documented in the medical record that an advance care plan was discussed but the patient did not wish or was not able to name a surrogate decision maker or provide an advance care plan
Health Information Exchange 22% 362
The MIPS eligible clinician that transitions or refers their patient to another setting of care or health care clinician (1) uses CEHRT to create a summary of care record; and (2) electronically transmits such summary to a receiving health care clinician for at least one transition of care or referral.
Medication Reconciliation 96% 304
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
Pain Assessment and Follow-Up 98% 2363
Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older with documentation of a pain assessment using a standardized tool(s) on each visit AND documentation of a follow-up plan when pain is present
Patient-Specific Education 32% 434
The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.
Pneumococcal Vaccination Status for Older Adults 26% 206
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who have ever received a pneumococcal vaccine
Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan 18% 405
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous twelve months of the current encounter Normal Parameters: Age 18 years and older BMI >= 18.5 and < 25 kg/m2
Preventive Care and Screening: Influenza Immunization 22% 293
Percentage of patients aged 6 months and older seen for a visit between October 1 and March 31 who received an influenza immunization OR who reported previous receipt of an influenza immunization
Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention 47% 76
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user
Preventive Care and Screening: Unhealthy Alcohol Use: Screening & Brief Counseling 57% 355
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for unhealthy alcohol use using a systematic screening method at least once within the last 24 months AND who received brief counseling if identified as an unhealthy alcohol user
Provide Patient Access 0% 434
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold certain information.
Secure Messaging 0% 434
For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure message sent by the patient (or the patient-authorized representative) during the performance period.
Security Risk AnalysisYesN/A
Conduct or review a security risk analysis in accordance with the requirements in 45 CFR 164.308(a)(1), including addressing the security (to include encryption) of ePHI data created or maintained by certified EHR technology in accordance with requirements in 45 CFR164.312(a)(2)(iv) and 45 CFR 164.306(d)(3), and implement security updates as necessary and correct identified security deficiencies as part of the MIPS eligible clinician's risk management process.
Specialized Registry ReportingYesN/A
The MIPS eligible clinician is in active engagement to submit data to specialized registry. To earn a 5 % bonus in the promoting interoperability performance category score for submitting to one or more public health or clinical data registries also attest to PI_TRANS_PHCDRR_3_MULTI.
Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly 0% "Inverse Quality Measure"
This is an inverse quality measure, a lower rate means the provider is rated better.
204
Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication. 2) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least two of the same high-risk medication
Use of QCDR data for ongoing practice assessment and improvementsYesN/A
Use of QCDR data, for ongoing practice assessment and improvements in patient safety.
Use of QCDR data for quality improvement such as comparative analysis reports across patient populationsYesN/A
Participation in a QCDR, clinical data registries, or other registries run by other government agencies such as FDA, or private entities such as a hospital or medical or surgical society. Activity must include use of QCDR data for quality improvement (e.g., comparative analysis across specific patient populations for adverse outcomes after an outpatient surgical procedure and corrective steps to address adverse outcome).

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Enid Ling-stowers is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
COREWELL HEALTH ZEELAND HOSPITAL8333 FELCH ST
ZEELAND, MI 49464
(616) 772-4644Acute Care Hospitals
SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED HOSPITAL615 S BOWER STREET
GREENVILLE, MI 48838
(616) 754-4691Acute Care Hospitals
SPECTRUM HEALTH100 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
(616) 391-1774Acute Care Hospitals
COREWELL HEALTH PENNOCK HOSPITAL1009 W GREEN ST
HASTINGS, MI 49058
(269) 945-3451Critical Access Hospitals

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1134233992, we treat the final digit (2) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 68. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 68 = 2).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
1
Unchanged
Pos 3
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 4
4
Unchanged
Pos 5
2
Doubled → 4
Pos 6
3
Unchanged
Pos 7
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 8
9
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
2
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 3 → 6 2 → 4 3 → 6 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 1 + 6 + 4 + 4 + 3 + 6 + 9 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 68

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 68 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 68 = 2
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 2, which matches the last digit of 1134233992.

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Clinical Neuropsychologist
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
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Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Clinical Neuropsychologist
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Physician Assistant
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Psychiatry & Neurology (Epilepsy)
275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Clinical Neuropsychologist
275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Nurse Practitioner (Gerontology)
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Physician Assistant
275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Physician Assistant
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Neurological Surgery
275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Psychiatry & Neurology (Vascular Neurology)
275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
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275 MICHIGAN ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
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275 MICHIGAN ST NE
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Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1134233992, enumerated as an "individual" on August 18, 2006.

The provider is located at 275 MICHIGAN ST NE GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503 and the phone number is (616) 391-5272.

Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Enid Ling-stowers is affiliated with: COREWELL HEALTH ZEELAND HOSPITAL, SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED HOSPITAL, SPECTRUM HEALTH and COREWELL HEALTH PENNOCK HOSPITAL.