SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system founded in 1872. It operates across Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, providing comprehensive healthcare services through 23 hospitals, more than 490 physician offices, and 9 post-acute facilities. The organization employs approximately 40,000 team members and 15,000 providers.
As a mission-driven organization, SSM Health is dedicated to advancing health equity and empowering people to achieve their full potential. Its mission statement is "Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God," guided by core values of compassion, respect, excellence, stewardship, and community. It was the first U.S. healthcare organization to earn the nation's top honor for quality management.
In 2024, SSM Health reported community benefit of $406 million and provided more than $279 million in uncompensated care. The system also operates in health insurance and pharmacy benefit management sectors.