Join America’s Essential Hospitals Policy Manager Shahid Zaman Esq. to examine CMS’ proposed remedy for unlawful 340B cuts and next steps for essential hospital advocacy.read more »
Tune in for a FAN-exclusive conversation with former congressman Rodney Davis as he shares his experiences serving on Capitol Hill and his outlook for the 118th Congress.read more »
Learn about new federal opportunities to finance climate resilience and mitigation projects from leaders at the Office of Climate Change and Health Equity.read more »
America’s Essential Hospitals, the American Hospital Association, the Association of American Medical Colleges, and the Federation of American Hospitals are pleased to invite you to a call with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.read more »
Learn how association member Harris Health System, in Houston, developed a diabetes patient registry and community health worker (CHW) home visit pilot program to work with disengaged patients with uncontrolled diabetes.read more »
Hear how association member Memorial Healthcare System, in Hollywood, Fla., revolutionized care for open-heart surgery patients through “Keep Your Move in the Tube,” a mindful movement program that replaces traditional sternal precautions. Discover how this program helped patients gain independence and reduced the need for post-acute care. read more »
Learn how essential hospital Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, in San Francisco, reduced non-acute emergency department visits and inpatient days through its Social Medicine program.read more »
Explore how NYC Health + Hospitals responds to two-generational needs by optimizing electronic medical records, billing systems, staffing, risk tiering, and supportive workflows across departments and manages workplace culture challenges to better support families throughout the “fourth trimester.”read more »
America’s Essential Hospitals staff Margaret (Peterson) French and Jason Pray joined Rodney Whitlock from McDermott+ Consulting to walk participants through the election results and explain what they mean for essential hospitals.read more »
Discover how association member The MetroHealth System, in Cleveland, is meeting pediatric patients where they are with school-based health clinics through its Institute for H.O.P.E.read more »
Examine how two historically siloed organizations partnered to establish a closed-loop referral system for housing and utility insecurity in the nation’s most uninsured county.read more »
Join the Federal Action Network’s 2022 midterm election preview with Greg Giroux, senior reporter at Bloomberg Government, for the latest in key House and Senate races.read more »
Participants learned how health care, public health, and community organizations formed a structured, community-centric alliance to target social determinants, reduce disparities, and improve health outcomes in Harris County, Texas.read more »
Discover how association member The MetroHealth System, in Cleveland, takes a practical approach to targeting social determinants of health in the community with its Institute for H.O.P.E.read more »
Learn about University of California San Francisco Health’s efforts to reduce health care–related emissions, and discover how to launch these initiatives at your own hospital.read more »
Learn from experts at association member Harris Health System, in Houston, how to identify and mitigate the risk of insider cybersecurity threats.read more »
Discover current literature and recommendations on home blood pressure monitoring and hear the results of a hypertension management pilot program at association member Parkland Health & Hospital System.read more »
Learn about equity proposals in the fiscal year 2023 Inpatient Prospective Payment System proposed rule that focuses on social determinants of health, climate, maternal health care, and more.read more »
Learn about the new Office of Climate Change and Health Equity and its partnerships with the health sector on climate resilience and emission reduction efforts.read more »
Join us to learn how Parkland Health & Hospital System and the Parkland Center for Clinical Innovation created an innovative strategy to help detect Dallas County residents at risk for COVID-19.read more »
Learn how Cooper University Health Care leveraged data analytics, partnerships, and outreach to underserved communities to launch a COVID-19 Vaccination and Education Center in one of Camden, N.J.’s hardest-hit neighborhoods.read more »
Hear how leaders at RWJBarnabas University Hospital Somerset went beyond the hospital walls to address social determinants of health and decrease health inequities in the Hispanic community during the COVID-19 pandemic. read more »
Hear leaders from Harris Health System identify the evaluative bias of language and explain how alternative language can mitigate bias and improve overall patient care.read more »
Hear how NYC Health + Hospitals/Kings County’s targeted approach to identify and treat patients at risk for malnutrition improved care, reduced costs, and increased reimbursement. read more »
The first deadline for reporting on the use of Provider Relief Fund (PRF) payments is approaching on Sept. 30. Join us to learn about the PRF reporting process and upcoming audits. read more »
Join America's Essential Hospital's staff for an informational webinar on applying for our grant to support existing programs to improve obstetric care for Black maternity patients.read more »
Join us to explore how the Biden administration’s recent policies and upcoming regulatory changes may affect essential hospitals and forecast future administrative actions.read more »
Examine the process and principles University Health follows to administer a significant number of COVID-19 vaccinations daily to its community.read more »
Presenters examined the policies and practices that promote high patient trust at three essential hospitals, and learn how to develop an approach to building institutional trust at your hospital.read more »
The association’s legislative experts shared their analysis and insights on how the outcome of the November elections could impact essential hospitals and shape health care policy.read more »
Explore the role of patient perspectives and voices in efforts to improve care quality and decrease medical overuse. Part 3 of a three-part Value Champion series.read more »
Explore how to identify and engage stakeholders in your organization to reduce the use of services when the potential for patient harm exceeds the services' benefits. Part 2 of a three-part Value Champion series.read more »
Explore value within safety-net settings and the relationship between value, health equity, and overuse of services from the perspectives of two association members. Part 1 of a three-part Value Champion series.read more »
Examine a framework for confronting COVID-19 disparities, and explore association member Baystate Health’s approach to identifying and tackling the needs of vulnerable community members.read more »
Hear association leaders share what’s happened, what’s new, and what’s next for the essential hospital response to COVID-19 and structural racism, and preview Virtual VITAL2020 programming.read more »
Explore the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education’s new framework for educational activities during the COVID-19 pandemic, and hear how one essential hospital supported and involved residents throughout the pandemic.read more »
Explore how essential hospitals are leveraging community-integrated strategies to meet amplified inpatient and outpatient mental and behavioral health needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. read more »
Explore how essential hospitals are leveraging community-integrated strategies to meet amplified food insecurity needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. read more »
Leverage new federal flexibility and the firsthand experience of NYC Health + Hospitals to meet staffing needs during the COVID-19 pandemic.read more »
Join a panel of former state Medicaid directors to explore state-level authorities and flexibilities during the COVID-19 public health emergency.read more »
Learn how to leverage new federal telehealth flexibilities to improve patient access to safe, timely care and ensure provider reimbursement during the COVID-19 pandemic.read more »
Explore available federal resources for COVID-19 response efforts, and discover opportunities to work with state Medicaid agencies for additional support.read more »
Explore federal guidance and discover the practical work of essential hospitals to meet the needs of homeless individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic.read more »
Learn how Harris Health System and community partners are collaborating to improve clinical and cost outcomes in diabetic patients through a Food Rx intervention.read more »
Learn about the threat this proposed rule poses to essential hospitals, and gain strategies for commenting on and advocating against the proposal.read more »
Learn how NYC Health + Hospitals used organizational values to improve service, and gain tools for improving patient experience metrics through data-driven decisions.read more »
Learn how association member Harborview Medical Center engages physicians in discharge planning for patients with complex medical and social needs.read more »
Think differently about delivering care across a changing social landscape, and hear how Central Health connects low-income patients with transportation, prescription assistance, food, income, utility assistance, and housing. read more »
Gain strategies to identify improvement areas, benchmarking methodologies to measure opportunity, and measurement tools your hospital can use to reduce care variation.read more »
Hear the results of an Essential Hospitals Institute survey to explore patient trust in essential hospitals, and learn what dimensions of trust matter most to patients and caregivers.read more »
Join Philip Smeltzer, PhD, population health program administrator at association member MUSC Health, for an overview of current trends, common terms, and emerging issues in digital health.read more »
Learn how hospitals nationwide are targeting food insecurity needs, and hear how association member Lee Health developed and evaluated a program to serve patients living in food deserts.read more »
Hear leaders from association member Hennepin Healthcare, in Minneapolis, share institutional strategies to support the development and integration of leaders from underrepresented populations.read more »
Learn about proposals for damaging Medicare payment cuts and price transparency requirements in 2020 and next steps for association advocacy to protect hospitals.read more »
Hear how two essential hospitals launched initiatives to meet the needs of LGBTQ patients and improve care for patients with limited English proficiency.read more »
Discover how artificial intelligence can improve data interpretation and clinical decision making, and explore the business, legal, and ethical considerations for organizations adopting this technology.read more »
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About America’s Essential Hospitals
America’s Essential Hospitals is the leading association and champion for hospitals dedicated to equitable, high-quality care for all, including those who face social and financial barriers to care. Since 1981, America’s Essential Hospitals has advanced policies and programs that promote health, health care access, and equity.