Mercy is one of the largest health systems in the United States, serving millions of patients across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Founded in 1827, the organization operates as a faith-based ministry with a mission centered on compassionate care and exceptional service. Its network includes more than 50 acute care and specialty hospitals, over 1,000 physician practices and outpatient facilities, and approximately 80 convenient care and urgent care locations.
The system employs more than 52,000 caregivers and over 5,600 providers, including physicians and advanced practice professionals. Mercy is also active in emerging technical domains such as data science, artificial intelligence, and predictive medicine. The organization is committed to addressing health equity and social determinants of health, providing more than $550 million in annual community benefits across its service areas.
