Articles
Redefining the H, Innovation/New Models of Care
Perspective: Accelerating Innovation
By Rick Pollack
We believe it’s important for hospital and health system leaders to understand the trends and forces impacting the field, as well as the opportunities disruptive innovation may create. That’s why we’ve created a new home on AHA.org to track and analyze these trends.
Veterans Administration (VA)
Perspective: Caring for Our Veterans
By Rick Pollack
This weekend we pause to observe Memorial Day to remember those who died and served our nation protecting our freedom and liberty.
Medicare, Access & Health Coverage
AHA Responds to Commentators Calling for Capping Payments at Medicare Rates
By Rick Pollack
Government administered pricing at the Medicare level for all purchasers of health care services – as suggested in a recent opinion piece that appeared in the Washington Post titled, “There’s a genuine sol
Redefining the H, AHA Annual Membership Meeting, National Hospital Week
Perspective: Insights from the AHA Annual Meeting
By Rick Pollack
We at the AHA are honored to represent America’s hospitals and health systems and are proud to be your partner on this journey. As National Hospital Week draws to a close, thank you for all you do every day to advance health in America.
National Hospital Week, AHA Annual Membership Meeting
Perspective: Celebrating the Best of America’s Hospitals and Health Systems
By Rick Pollack
On Sunday, May 6, we kick off National Hospital Week and pause to celebrate the 5.5 million women and men who make America’s hospitals and health systems such special places.
Electronic Health Records (EHRs) - Meaningful Use, Regulatory Relief
Perspective: Lifting the Burden on America’s Hospitals and Health Systems
By Rick Pollack
We’re pleased to see CMS follow through on its commitment to reduce regulatory burden. This is crucially needed as we continue, and accelerate, the transition to value-based care.
Disparities/Equity of Care, AHA
Perspective: Advancing Health for All
By Rick Pollack
The theme for this year’s National Minority Health Month, “Partnering for Health Equity,” couldn’t be timelier.
Opioids, AHA, AHA Annual Membership Meeting
Perspective: Sharing Your Story on Capitol Hill
By Rick Pollack
This year presents an important opportunity to educate your legislators on the changes taking place in the health care field. They need to hear from you on how your organization is innovating to create greater value and improve affordability, including forming new models and partnerships to deliver care.
Organ/Tissue/Blood Donation
Perspective: The Most Precious Gift
By Rick Pollack
Each April, the AHA joins Donate Life America, the Health Resources and Services Administration and others in highlighting the important role of organ, eye and tissue donation in providing hope and health.
Physician Workforce, Physician Leaders, Physician Issues
Perspective: Partnering for Better Health
By Rick Pollack
The AHA Physician Alliance supports clinical and administrative leadership collaborating effectively for better health of communities.