The short-term ratings on North Carolina Medical Care Commission's bonds, issued on behalf of Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, are affirmed due to the extension of the standby bond purchase agreement provided by Wachovia Bank N.A.. The Termination Dates for the series 1993 and series 1998 bonds is Nov. 21, 2000. The Termination Date for the series 1995 bonds is June 10, 2000.