The leading advocate for hospitals dedicated to high-quality care for people who face social and financial barriers to health care access

Since 1981, America’s Essential Hospitals has advanced policies and programs that promote health and access to health care.

We champion our more than 350 members and their mission to care for low-income and uninsured patients, teach the next generation of health care professionals, and provide lifesaving services for all.

Our hospitals reach outside their walls to create health care access in communities where social and economic disadvantages threaten health and well-being.

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Learning, Leadership, Collaboration

America’s Essential Hospitals offers in-person meetings, distance learning events, and collaborative groups for professionals at every level of your organization. Participate in our programming and join hundreds of health care leaders nationwide as they explore key federal and state health care issues, discover innovative and transformative practices, and hone leadership skills.

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Increasing Access to Care with Mobile Health

Essential hospitals deploy customized motor vehicles throughout their communities to deliver a wide variety of health services, each tailored to the communities’ needs. Whether bringing care units directly to patient homes or setting up units in central community locations, the common thread is making care as accessible as possible, often at low or no cost.