Investor FAQ

Where is the stock listed?
New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "UHS".
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Who is our stock transfer agent?
Mellon Investor Services, L.L.C. (Mellon Investor)
85 Challenger Road
Overpeck Centre
Ridgefield Park NJ 07660
1-800-851-9677
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What are the voting rights associated with each class of stock?
Class A: 1 vote for 1 share
Class B: 1/10 vote for 1 share
Class C: 100 votes for 1 share
Class D: 10 votes for 1 share
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Lost Stock Certificate?
Request an Affidavit of Lost Certificate from the transfer agent (Mellon Investor).
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Change of address?
Contact the transfer agent (Mellon Investor) at 1-800-851-9677.
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Does the company currently pay a cash dividend?
No. The company has paid one cash dividend in its history: $.20 per share in 1989.
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Stock split history
2 for 1 split in July, 1983
2 for 1 split in May, 1996
2 for 1 split in June, 2001
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What is Class D stock?
Class D stock was issued as a 10% stock dividend to holders of Class B stock on December 20, 1985 to Shareholders of record on November 27, 1985.
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Can I sell Class D stock?
No, Class D stock cannot be traded or transferred. However, Class D stock is convertible on a share-for-share basis to Class B stock, which can be sold.
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How do I convert my Class D stock to Class B?
Sign the back of the certificate (Stock Power) and send the certificate, along with a letter requesting the conversion, to Mellon Investor Services.
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Questions regarding Class A & Class C shares.
Refer questions to Celeste Stellabott, Corporate paralegal, 800-347-7750, ext. 4328.

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