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SECURITY ADDITIONS
Updated Symbol Company Name Effective Date/Comments
08:23 ARRI Arena Resources Inc 03/29/2001
08:23 BMLS** Burke Mills Inc 03/29/2001
08:23 EMGR** Emergent Group Inc 03/29/2001
08:23 FHCL Furnishing Club (The) 03/29/2001
08:23 PCMT** Precom Technology Inc New 03/29/2001
ANTICIPATED ADDITIONS
Updated Symbol Company Name
08:23 ARRI Arena Resources Inc
08:23 EMGR** Emergent Group Inc
08:23 FHCL Furnishing Club (The)
08:23 PCMT** Precom Technology Inc New
13:24 TINN** Triad Innovations Inc
SECURITY DELETIONS
Updated Symbol Company Name Effective Date/Comments
08:23 AHCM** AlphaCom Inc 03/29/2001 Failure to comply with NASD Rule 15c-211
08:23 RAMOE** Ramoil Management Ltd 03/29/2001 Failure to comply with NASD Rule 6530
SYMBOL CHANGES
Updated Date Old Symbol New Symbol Name
13:24 03/30/2001 BIOPE** BIOP Biopulse International Inc
13:24 03/30/2001 EECNE** EECN Ecogen Inc
13:24 03/30/2001 KSRG** KSRGQ Kaiser Group International Inc
13:24 04/02/2001 THMM** THMME Thrift Management Inc
NAME/SYMBOL CHANGES
Updated Date Old Symbol Old Name New Symbol New Name
13:24 03/30/2001 AHIC** American Healthchoice Inc AMHI American Healthchoice Inc New
13:24 03/30/2001 CRZN** Corzon Inc LCST LecStar Corporation (1-60 R/S)
13:24 03/30/2001 CRZNP** Corzon Inc Conv Pfd A LCSTP LecStar Corporation Conv Pfd A
13:24 03/30/2001 CRZNW** Corzon Inc Wts 7/9/2001 LCSTW LecStar Corporation Wts 7/9/2001
13:24 03/30/2001 CRZNZ** Corzon Inc Wts 6/11/2002 LCSTZ LecStar Corporation Wts 6/11/2002
http://www.otcbb.com/profiles/amhi.htm
AMHI - Click here to order Full Report
Joseph Stucki, PR/CEO
SIC Number: 8011
Fiscal Year End: 09-30
Industry: Health Products/Services
Transfer Agent: North American Transfer Co.
CIK: 854862
Market Maker List
Share Data
Authorized Outstanding
Date Shares Source Date Shares Source
05/15/2003 115,000,000 10QSB 06/30/2003 88,100,766 MGFS
Business Summary
CURRENT BUSINESS INFORMATION: American HealthChoice, Inc. and subsidiaries consists of a parent company and thirteen clinics providing medical, physical therapy, and chiropractic services in San Antonio, McAllen, Laredo, San Benito, Corpus Christi and Houston, Texas, and New Orleans, Louisiana.
Substantially all of the Company's revenues are derived from chiropractic, physical therapy and medical services provided to individuals living in the vicinity of the clinics.
HISTORICAL BUSINESS INFORMATION: American HealthChoice, Inc, a New York corporation, formerly known as Paudan, Inc., was incorporated on September 14, 1988, and was initially formed with the intent of acquiring a suitable business that management determined had potential for future growth. Until March 1995 Paudan had no operations.
On March 31, 1995, Paudan, Inc. underwent a comprehensive reorganization by acquiring American HealthChoice, Inc., a Delaware corporation, formed in 1993, to organize and acquire primary care clinics and to provide, on an ongoing basis, comprehensive management services. At the time of this transaction American HealthChoice operated six clinics which provided medical, chiropractic, diagnostic and physical therapy services in Texas and Louisiana. Paudan acquired American HealthChoice in a reverse acquisition in exchange for shares of American HealthChoice's common stock. In connection with the reorganization, the stockholders of American HealthChoice acquired 91.6 % of the voting shares of Paudan. Paudan then changed its name to American HealthChoice, Inc. during fiscal year 1995.
As of January 13, 2000, American HealthChoice, Inc. was operating as a debtor in possession pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.
On August 8, 2000, American HealthChoice, Inc.'s Amended Plan of Reorganization was confirmed by the United States Bankruptcy Court.
Symbol
Symbol Name Expiration Date
AMHI American HealthChoice Inc
AHIC American Healthchoice Inc 03/30/2001
AHICE American Healthchoice Inc 08/24/1999
AHIC American Healthchoice Inc 08/18/1999
Management
Name Title
Joseph W Stucki PR/CEO/CB
John C Stuecheli VP/CFO/SEC
Jeffrey Jones DIR
James Roberts DIR
John V. Mansfield DIR
AMHI -- American HealthChoice, Inc. (NY)
Com ($.001)(New)
Address:
1300 W. Walnut Hill Lane
Suite 275
Irving
TX 75038
USA
Phone: 972-751-1900
Officers:
Joseph W. Stucki, CEO & Pres.; John C. Stuecheli, CFO & Sec't.
Shares Outstanding: 93,826,000 as of 2002-02-15
Estimated Market Cap: 2.627M as of 2003-12-12
Current Capital Change: None
Dividends: None
State of Incorporation: NY
Company Notes:
Reorganized=3-01 Com(Old) into Com(New). Basis: sh for sh
Class Notes:
Issued=3-01 pursuant to reorganization of Com (Old) into Com (New). Basis: sh for sh
I believe you will see a return to short/fast-cycle steam technology before that ever happens. H2 technology is really a government-subsidized pipe dream until the world has advanced to a state of automation and modularity similar to the Jetsons.
The cost to produce and distribute H2 safely for practical public use are the limiting factors, not to mention the inherent danger of an odorless, tasteless lighter-than-air gas of a highly explosive nature. A tankfull of diesel or gasoline in one's garage is much more benign that a hydrogen gas bomb parked in that space.
Changes are coming: http://www.siliconinvestor.com/stocktalk/subject.gsp?subjectid=52041
In the meantime, new motors like ARMR and AENG will help a great deal. 2-Cycle biodiesel may also be an effective approach, someday.
John
"...Yes, Dear....................
John
Please go re-read your and then my post again, sans the attitude........
Merry Christmas,
John
Now that just goes to show what an over-sesnitive, convoluted, and poor-to-moderately-nasty attitude you have.
So, "...shame on you..."!!!
With a '..gazillion..' non-performing shares in in your tote sack and asbsolutely no progress being shown from the goof-ups at QFLUB, it would be very likely that one might develop a mild case of irritated tissues. The best known prescription for such an affliction is that good old OTC remedy, Prep-H.
Merry Christmas, Dear. And, try to raise the bar just a bit, aye.
John
Which leaves the question, "..what does he give you.."?!?
And, "...does Prep-H help..."?!?
Tee hee.
Sign up free at http://www.secinfo.com They have name search for signatories, etc.
Also, a Google.com search could hook you up, or tracking down their Transfer Agent via Company Info at http://www.pinksheets.com works. The T-A has to have their phone numbers; ask for more than one.
John
You might want to use this http://www.stockta.com/cgi-bin/analysis.pl?symb=ARMR&num1=39&cobrand=&mode=stock to get an idea what OTCBB stocks are doing.
A Knobias subscription and information from http://www.clearstation.com would also be helpful.
Many sources ignore the OTCBB, considering it too risky. And , yes, some companies do make the jump to the NAZ; CYCY is now ATC http://www.investorshub.com/boards/board.asp?board_id=1762
For more technical trading information, look up iHub member omnitrader - a resident guru.
John
You may have misread what I posted regarding the two new engine technologies. Carroll Shelby is involved in a similar effort (AENG) http://www.investorshub.com/boards/board.asp?board_id=1278.
I don't believe there is any direct connection between the two companies or Carroll.
John
MAGR - more News: http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=1925780
Magnum d'Or Resources Inc. Director Ken Sanders asked to Participate in Interactive Interview
TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Magnum d'Or Resources, Inc. (Magnum) (OTCBB:MAGR), a junior resource exploration development Company, is pleased to announce that it has been asked to participate in another interactive interview with InternetPlays.com. Mr. Reno Calabrigo, President of Magnum looks forward to discussing the recent corporate developments with InternetPlays.com members, as well as take questions from the general public.
Magnum d'Or Resources Inc. Director Ken Sanders asked to Participate in Interactive Interview
TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Magnum d'Or Resources, Inc. (Magnum) (OTCBB:MAGR), a junior resource exploration development Company, is pleased to announce that it has been asked to participate in another interactive interview with InternetPlays.com. Mr. Reno Calabrigo, President of Magnum looks forward to discussing the recent corporate developments with InternetPlays.com members, as well as take questions from the general public.
Ken Sanders, formerly of Newmont Mining (NYSE:NEM) (TSE:NMC), a Director and Geologist for Magnum d'Or Resources, Inc., will also attend the interview and assist in answering questions. Tom Bibiyan of InternetPlays.com stated, "With the continued interest in Magnum d'Or Resources Inc. and the entire precious metals sector by our members, this interview will help answer many of the new questions they might have." InternetPlays.com is one of the largest interactive day trading destinations in the country, with over 400 daily participants in its chat forum. Please join us for this event to be held on Wednesday, December 17th, 2003 at 4PM EST.
CONTACT: Magnum d'Or Resources Inc.
Reno J. Calabrigo, President
(416) 386-0044
info@magnumexploration.com
MAGR - News: http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=1925676
Magnum d'Or Resources Inc. Alert: New Company Newsletter Available at www.magnumexploration.com
TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Magnum d'Or Resources Inc. (OTCBB:MAGR) is pleased to introduce a new company newsletter system available at http://www.magnumexploration.com
Magnum d'Or Resources Inc. Alert: New Company Newsletter Available at www.magnumexploration.com
TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Magnum d'Or Resources Inc. (OTCBB:MAGR) is pleased to introduce a new company newsletter system available at http://www.magnumexploration.com
Investors are encouraged to visit http://www.magnumexploration.com to sign up for the free Company newsletter that will provide updates on news, Company developments, and periodic shareholder updates from Magnum d'Or Resources Inc. CEO Reno J. Calabrigo.
CONTACT: Magnum d'Or Resources Inc.
Reno J. Calabrigo, President
(416) 386-0044
info@magnumexploration.com
Sounds like a good plan when mixed with a dose of patience.
John
No doubt he has several reversable "..Fat Suits.." designed by Queer Garb for the Bulbous Boob of Hollyweird for all appropriate situations. I understand that the firm also provides the casing fabric for QFLUB's retreaded B-17 tires; a Streisand-approved bias ply most likely.
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Subjects on MoneyTV this week:
http://www.moneytv.net/ealert.htm
John
We all hope your Mom and Dad get you that new Ferrari 550 for Christmas also; can you hold your breath for 2 weeks...?!?
It is my understanding that Theodosio Pangia is a rich Canadian stock slimer, who likes to marginally finance desperate developers with new tech companies - and then sucks them into death-spiral CDs when they need more money. A Google search or secinfo.com search on him should provide some interesting reading.
He was involved very early on with ESWW, and slipped off into the weeds with the money back when the company had some SEC troubles. All that crap is now water under the bridge.
Dave Johnson is basically in charge of the show now, and the company appears to be making some progress. Good products and interesting future possibilites, IMHO.
John
I don't follow this company particulary, it just came up in a conversation with a friend so I started the board on it.
Share what you know, and good luck with it..............
John
Clean it up, bt. And, please lose the ALL CAPS.
John
Lots of News lately: http://www.pcquote.com/stocks/news/GetNews.php?ticker=ncvm
Thu, Dec 11
2:13pm EST
TheSubway.com: Morning Stock Focus List for Thursday, December 11, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
Thu, Dec 11
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TheSubway.com: Morning Stock Focus List for Thursday, December 11, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
Thu, Dec 11
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PowerSki Begins Filming For 'The Learning Channel' Coverage (Source: Business Wire) (Full Story)
Wed, Dec 10
5:05am EST
Nova Communications Letter to Stockholders & Corporate Update (Source: Business Wire) (Full Story)
Tue, Dec 9
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TheSubway.com: Morning Stock Focus List for Tuesday, December 9, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
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TheSubway.com: Morning Stock Focus List for Tuesday, December 9, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
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PowerSki Signs $44 Million Manufacturing Contract to Begin Production Q1 2004 (Source: Business Wire) (Full Story)
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TheSubway.com: Morning Stock Focus List for Monday, December 8, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
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TheSubway.com: TheSUBWAY.com announces its Stock Focus List for Monday, December 8, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
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TheSubway.com: Morning Stock Focus List for Monday, December 8, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
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TheSubway.com: TheSUBWAY.com announces its Stock Focus List for Monday, December 8, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
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Nova Clears Additional $750,000 From Balance Sheet (Source: Business Wire) (Full Story)
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TheSubway.com: Morning stock focus list for Wednesday, December 3, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
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TheSubway.com: Morning stock focus list for Wednesday, December 3, 2003 (Source: M2 Communications) (Full Story)
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Nova Concludes Due Diligence to Close $2 Million BuyMicro Sale (Source: Business Wire) (Full Story)
Howdy..............
Post away. You might also find it helpful to call the guy and tell him you're going to post your Email on iHub - that might jog him into action.
John
Brandmakers Readies Launch of New Products, Moves Offices and Proceeds With Audit
Thursday December 11, 8:00 am ET
BUFORD, Ga., Dec. 11, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Brandmakers, Inc. (Other OTC:BMKS.PK - News) moves to new and less expensive office and warehouse space with the same telephone numbers. Brandmakers currently trades on the pink sheets due to the late filings as announced on November 11, 2003 but substantial progress is being made to conclude the audit and file the 6/30/03 10 KSB and the 9/30/03 10 QSB.
Of more interest to shareowners and the investment community are new products to be launched in January 2004. We now have an Ink Jet Cartridge Vending Machine that is top of the line, dispensing 61 different selections holding up to 736 items. The machine will give change in $1 coins only. It is 72`` in height, 41'' in width, 36`` in depth and weighs 615 pounds. It has an LED display as well as the necessary accounting features; a credit card reader will be an optional extra. There are seven full size trays that easily pull out and are flexible for adding or changing products.
The ink jet cartridge business is among the fastest growing in the United States and the world with billions in annual sales. Brandmakers has access to quality cartridges at a 40% to 60% discount of prices offered at major stores. These are brand new, compatible and remanufactured cartridges that contain the identical quantity of ink and are of equally high quality as the original printer brands and are warranted for one year.
Machine dispensing is favorable for security as well as avoiding the ``slippage'' problems experienced by all retailers. There are prime locations such as office complexes, Colleges and Universities, copy machine locations, 24-hour major grocery stores, shopping centers and many others.
Brandmakers is in the process of forming alliances with others in the ink cartridge business as well as distributors.
We are looking forward to marketing the Ink Jet Cartridge Vending Machine and participating in this growing business.
Contact:
Brandmakers, Inc.
Bob Palmquist or Geoff Williams
(770) 338-1958
info@brandmakers.com
AVHC - News: http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=1915492
Advanced Healthcare Technologies, Inc. Announces the Introduction of the NutraTek IQS-Interactive Qury System
OMAHA, Neb., Dec 11, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Advanced Healthcare Technologies (OTCBB:AVHC) of Omaha, Nebraska, announced today that NutraTek Health Science Company has introduced the New IQS-Interactive Qury System. NutraTek Health Science Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Healthcare Technologies.
Advanced Healthcare Technologies, Inc. Announces the Introduction of the NutraTek IQS-Interactive Qury System
OMAHA, Neb., Dec 11, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Advanced Healthcare Technologies (OTCBB:AVHC) of Omaha, Nebraska, announced today that NutraTek Health Science Company has introduced the New IQS-Interactive Qury System. NutraTek Health Science Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Advanced Healthcare Technologies.
NutraTek, L.L.C. is a Utah Limited Liability Company, whose address is 859 West South Jordan Parkway, suite 104, South Jordan, Utah 84095.
Johnny Sanchez, NutraTek President, has lead NutraTek into the Diabetes weight loss and calorie-free sweetener billion dollar wellness business. IQS-Interactive Qury System is an equipment device to determine a health assessment and weakness in the body. This device is backed by 25 years of scientific research by Dr. Roy Curtin and other well-known researchers including the Atkins Clinic.
Randall Sulhoff, CEO of Advanced Healthcare Technologies, states the addition of the New IQS-Interactive Qury System will increase AVHC sales by $1.2 to $2 million.
Company slogan: "NutraTek features long term and repeat sales, improved lifestyle and beauty." Company motto: "Achieve Your Genetic Potential."
Product Review and Purchase: http://www.nutratek.com
Advanced Healthcare Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB:AVHC) is a company that engages in the development and incubation of companies with products and services in the healthcare industry.
SOURCE: Advanced Healthcare Technologies, Inc.
Advanced Healthcare Technologies, Inc.
Randall Sulhoff, 402-697-0945
RandyLSulhoff@AOL.Com
or
Elite Equity Marketing
Joseph Pettinelli, 410-321-5454
info@eliteequitymarketing.com
I believe they're having a pre-Christmas Tonka sale at Toys-R-Us this weekend, check with Geoffrey and look for a coupon in your local paper.
John
AACS - American Commerce Solutions, Inc. Updates Chariot Progress And Revenue Projections
/FROM PR NEWSWIRE MIAMI 305-461-8666/ TO BUSINESS EDITOR:
American Commerce Solutions, Inc. Updates Chariot Progress
And Revenue Projections
BARTOW, Fla., Dec. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- American Commerce
Solutions, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AACS) today offered an update on the
progress of the recently acquired Chariot Manufacturing Company, Inc.
"Our new production facilities are expected to be ready for occupancy and
production on or before December 19, 2003. This will allow completion of our
first fiberglass parts from the new facility before Christmas. Our team of
professionals have worked day and night, seven days a week since the
acquisition to bring this to fruition," commented Daniel L. Hefner, President
and Chief Executive Officer of American Commerce Solutions, Inc.
Hefner continued, "During the period from acquisition to present,
negotiations with suppliers, retooling of molds, hiring additional staff,
development of marketing materials and contacts with current and prospective
dealers have been achieved. Consultants in fiberglass production, marketing
and finance have been aggressively analyzing how to maximize the opportunities
that this company affords American Commerce Solutions, Inc. in the coming
years. It was on the consultants' recommendation that management decided that
movable facilities be expeditiously constructed at the Tampa site while
determining whether expansion at the current location would suffice or
purchase of another production location would be required. Until all economic
and production assessments are complete, we cannot determine the size of the
facility needed. The determining factors include number and size of Chariot
dealers, acquisition of other fiberglass product lines such as boats, vintage
street cars, van tops and/or acquisition of fiberglass recycling interests.
Although there is no certainty that we will close on any of these operations,
we are leaving the door open for potential success before limiting our
production capability."
Chariot Trailers have been moving through the existing facility in the
form of repairs and modifications of existing trailers while the site work was
being completed and production facilities were being acquired.
"Conservative projections show that Chariot will produce revenue of
$1 million in the first full year of operation with positive cash flow
expected in the third month of operation in the new production facility. This
does not account for any new dealers that may decide to carry the line, even
though the trip out West did generate substantial interest and opportunity. We
will maximize the opportunities that are presented," Hefner stated.
Mr. Hefner went on to express his appreciation for the stockholders that
have e-mailed and called voicing their support for the direction and actions
of the Board of Directors of American Commerce Solutions, Inc. He commented
that many valuable suggestions had been received from the stockholders and had
been taken under consideration of management.
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995: The statements contained in this release that are not historical, are
forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties that
could cause results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-
looking statements, including but not limited to, certain delays and risks
detailed from time to time in the company's filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission.
SOURCE American Commerce Solutions, Inc.
/CONTACT: Daniel L. Hefner, President and Chief Executive Officer of
American Commerce Solutions, +1-863-533-0326/
Health Management Associates, Inc. Comments on UBS Analyst Report
NAPLES, Fla., Dec 09, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via Comtex/ -- Health Management Associates, Inc. (NYSE: HMA) announced today that it believes an analyst report issued December 8, 2003 by UBS analyst Ken Weakley contained material errors that substantially distorted Mr. Weakley's analysis and negatively impacted HMA's stock price. Less than one year ago, HMA had engaged UBS investment banking on a project for the Company. However, because of UBS' relationship with HealthSouth Corporation, HMA determined it was in the best interest of the Company and its shareholders to terminate the project and its relationship with UBS investment banking. The timing and content of UBS' report raises concerns regarding its independence and objectivity.
HMA has consistently stated that 55% of its managed care contracts are reimbursed on a percent of charge basis. Mr. Weakley, in his report, erroneously assumed that those contracts also represented 55% of HMA's commercial net patient revenue. Prior to issuing his report, neither Mr. Weakley nor any other representative of UBS contacted HMA to verify this data point set forth in the report. For the year ended September 30, 2003, HMA's net patient service revenue totaled $2.56 billion. Of that amount, $1.05 billion, or 41%, represents commercial and managed care revenue. At most, $250 million, or 24% of the $1.05 billion of commercial and managed care revenue is related to percent of charge based reimbursement, which represents less than 10% of total net revenue.
On a conference call hosted by Mr. Weakley on December 8, 2003, Mr. Weakley stated that HMA's negotiated discounts on commercial, charge based contracts range from 20 to 40% of gross charges, which he reported was data provided by HMA. For competitive reasons HMA has never publicly discussed with Mr. Weakley, or any other analyst, its range of discounts negotiated with commercial payors.
Although based on a small sampling of 10 DRGs, Mr. Weakley concludes that HMA's charges are 20 to 30% higher than rural, publicly-owned hospital companies. This conclusion is not surprising, considering HMA's geographic range, average facility size and complexity of services, all of which combine to yield a higher case mix index. Moreover, HMA's local charge structure reflects improvements in the quality of health care arising from substantial investments in property, plant, equipment and physician recruitment, as compared to area competitors.
Data in Mr. Weakley's report confirms that HMA's pricing increases have been below industry averages. To date, HMA has not received any inquiries into its pricing policies from any state or federal government agency. In addition, HMA's Medicare outlier payments represented 3.8% of Medicare payments for the year ended September 30, 2003, below the national average.
While gross charges have recently become more visible with regard to outlier payments and the uninsured, HMA believes the primary focus within the industry will continue to be net revenue. For the year ended September 30, 2003, HMA's same hospital net revenue per adjusted admission was $6,920, which is appropriate relative to both its rural and urban peers, based on acuity and cost structure. HMA's same hospital net revenue per adjusted admission increase for the year was 4.9%, at the low end of the industry range. HMA previously reported renegotiating 209 managed care contracts during fiscal year 2003, or 17% of its total number of contracts. HMA's average increase on the renegotiated contracts was approximately 9%. HMA's overall managed care pricing objective is an increase of 5 to 8%, a stark contrast to the average 15% health insurance premium increases generally reported by the nation's insurance companies. HMA's locally-negotiated rates with managed care payors reasonably reflect local market conditions.
One of Mr. Weakley's conclusions predicts a dramatic decline in HMA's operating margins based solely on gross charge reductions. HMA is not anticipating lowering any of its charges. HMA's net revenue per adjusted admission, and increases therein, fall within the middle of the range for its industry, yet HMA's operating margins continue to be 500 to 600 basis points higher than its peers, indicating the critical role of effective resource management, rather than an emphasis on net revenue. HMA's fifteen years of uninterrupted operating earnings growth and industry leading operating margins are a function of its selective markets, proprietary management information system, strong hospital management and, above all, a focus on quality of care.
"Fiscal year 2003 marked HMA's 26th year of excellence. Our record, reputation, and our integrity have earned HMA the trust and respect of employees, physicians, patients, vendors and payors. HMA's integrity has been called into question by Mr. Weakley, and his innuendo that HMA's practices resemble other's who have chosen a different path, must be addressed," said Joseph V. Vumbacco, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Going forward we remain committed to the philosophy, strategies and ethics that have been our trademark in delivering high quality health care to the non-urban communities we serve."
HMA is the premier operator of non-urban general acute care hospitals in communities situated throughout the United States. HMA has generated 15 years of uninterrupted operating earnings growth and operates 52 hospitals in 16 states with 7,540 licensed beds.
SOURCE Health Management Associates, Inc.
Photo : http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030418/HMALOGO
John C. Merriwether, Vice President of Financial Relations of
Health Management Associates, Inc., +1-239-598-3104
Note: Use caution, 'catman' dug this out of their filings...:
The Risks Related to Our Business
The Company has a history of losses, and the Company might not achieve or
maintain profitability. The Company's continuation as a going concern is
directly dependent upon our ability to increase sales and receive additional
financing. The Company will require substantial additional capital in the short
term to remain a going concern. A substantial portion of the Company's growth in
the past three years has come through acquisitions and the Company may not be
able to identify, complete and integrate future acquisitions.
Other risks include, but are not limited to, the following:
We face intense competition, which could cause us to lose market share. Changes
in the market for electric vehicles could cause our products to become obsolete
or lose popularity. We cannot assure you that growth in the electric vehicle
industry will continue and our business may suffer if growth in the electric
vehicle industry ceases or if we are unable to maintain the pace of industry
demands. We may be unable to keep up with changes in electric vehicle technology
and, as a result, may suffer a decline in our competitive position. The failure
of certain key suppliers to provide us with components could have a severe and
negative impact upon our business. Product liability or other claims could have
a material adverse effect on our business. We may not be able to protect our
Internet address. Our success is heavily dependent on protecting our
intellectual property rights and our distribution contracts.
Looks like they have some serious litigation pending as well.
DYODD.
10-4. Same ol' in the DD department. The recent price movement looked like it provided some opportunities.
ZAPZ is one of those 'Ripley's Believe-It-or-Not' CA companies that is fun to watch. If Jay Leno buys one it could start a fad.......
John
ZAPZ - News: http://www.investorshub.com/boards/read_msg.asp?message_id=1895861
John
ZAP(r) WORLDCAR(TM) to Air on Discovery Channel
SANTA ROSA, Calif., Dec 08, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via Comtex/ -- Discovery
Channel Canada's program Daily Planet is scheduled to air a segment featuring a
new electric car from ZAP (OTC Bulletin Board: ZAPZ) on Tuesday, December 9,
2003.
According to Discovery Channel Canada producer and on-air columnist, Shannon
Bentley, the ZAP(R) WORLDCAR(TM) segment is airing in Canada this coming
Tuesday, December 9, 2003 at 7pm, and 11pm Eastern Time, repeating Wednesday at
4am, 9am, and Noon Eastern Time. The segment will also be available on the
Internet at http://www.exn.ca and is expected to air in the United States on
Discovery's digital channel Science in early 2004.
The Discovery Channel segment features Bentley piloting ZAP's new electric car
at the 2003 Michelin Challenge Bibendum in September, where the WORLDCAR earned
three trophies among a field of 80 participants. The Challenge Bibendum (
http://www.challengebibendum.com ) is an annual event sponsored by Michelin
where international media can preview the latest in advanced transportation
technologies from automotive developers, including electric, hybrid, hydrogen
and other alternative fuel vehicles.
ZAP CEO Steve Schneider says the WORLDCAR is unique in the automotive world
because the Company manufactures the cars in China. The base model is priced
under $10,000, seats four passengers. In addition to being one of the only
production electric cars available, Schneider believes this to be the first
Chinese-built automobile for sale in the United States. He added that ZAP is
focused on establishing a new auto dealer network for advanced transportation
technologies. In particular, he says ZAP is targeting the independent auto
dealer market in the United States who can qualify as new car dealers under a
program being offered by ZAP.
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Perhaps you'd have a different outlook if you went and checked out ICOA. I believe Sulhoff is involved there also, and so far the gains there have been reasonably significant. You're example, however, has produced no results in 5+ years of continuous verbal effluent from it's incompetent non-management.
Guess we'll have to wait and see; .....I'm in no rush. I still expect AVHC to acquire a plastic injection molding company so it can control its own THOEC production; might not see that until Q1 '04. Likewise, we haven't heard what the results of Freddie's efforts at the MEDICA show were yet, either.
All in good time. And, %0.05+/- is a nice collecting price.
John
That's a nice gain.
I think I'd bail with that, and go somewhere else......
John
Eventually, it's going to be just Fwankie in a pink pup tent, with a CB radio, a case of K-Y Jelly, and a box full of B-17 tire valve stems to peddle at the local flea market......
QFLUB has missed the train, ....was late for the last bus, ...and its corporate Moped ran out gas on the way back from Dominio's before the last share dump. If it weren't for the acute inseam odor, you could smell the burnt toast................