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The Latest from the MHA

Help MHA Recognize 2026 Champions of Care

Nominate an individual or team and help us celebrate the difference they make.

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Advocating for Missouri Hospitals

Review the 2026 Legislative Guide outlining MHA’s policy goals and advocacy efforts.

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The Value of MHA Membership

Learn about the benefits that help Missouri hospitals thrive through MHA Membership.

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Real-Time Payer Insights

Explore how the Payer Performance Initiative and Vitality Index help Missouri hospitals thrive with better data.

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Hospitals In Action

Share your hospital’s community benefit story and help highlight the difference you're making in Missouri.

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Workforce Initiatives

MHA is advancing a member-informed strategy designed to deliver tools, insights and solutions for evolving needs.

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Maternal-Child Health

Discover how improving maternal and child health through care coordination leads to better outcomes for families across Missouri.

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Supporting Those Who Support Care

Guidance, Advocacy and Resources for Health Care Leaders

Stay Informed MHA Newsroom

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MHA Accepts Nominations For Three Prestigious Awards

MHA Accepts Nominations For Three Prestigious Awards

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March 16, 2026

KCMHC To Host World Cup Preparedness Briefing March 25

Kansas City is proud to serve as a host city for the FIFA World Cup 26™. While hospitals and health care systems in the Kansas City area have been…
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On the Move: Hospital Leadership Changes for March 2026

March 16, 2026

On the Move: Hospital Leadership Changes for March 2026

Check out these leadership changes from hospitals around the state for the month of March 2026:Mercy Names Tricia McGusty New President Of Mercy St.…
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March 12, 2026

CMS Issues CY 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Correction Notice

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a correction notice regarding the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule for calendar year 2026. The…
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CMS Provides Guidance To Strengthen Organ Donation Patient Protections And Accountability

March 12, 2026

CMS Provides Guidance To Strengthen Organ Donation Patient Protections And Accountability

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released new guidance “to strengthen public trust and ensure patients and their families are treated…
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Hospitals Make a Powerful Impact—See the Data Behind It

#MoHospitals Provide Billions In Community Benefit

Hospitals across Missouri contribute billions in community benefits every year through uncompensated care, outreach programs and local economic support. This data compiles the monetary value behind those efforts, helping hospital leaders and stakeholders demonstrate value, reinforce public trust and advocate for continued investment.

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GET INVOLVED Events & Education

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Mar 17

AWHONN Obstetric Patient Safety: OB Emergencies Workshop

This MO PQC and AWHONN workshop offers CMS-required training with simulations to improve obstetric emergency care for all clinicians.

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Mar 17

Hospital Preparedness Academy 2026 – Nine-part Virtual Series

Join the Hospital Preparedness Academy for nine interactive sessions packed with practical strategies, regulatory insights, and collaborative…

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Mar 18

2026 Preceptor Academy

The Preceptor Academy trains health care professionals to effectively support new staff through onboarding and competency validation while helping…

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Mar 18

AWHONN Obstetric Patient Safety: OB Emergencies Workshop

This MO PQC and AWHONN workshop offers CMS-required training with simulations to improve obstetric emergency care for all clinicians.

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Mar 19

Air Filtration in Health Care: Why It's Important, What to Look for and How to be Prepared

This presentation explores the vital role of air filtration in maintaining safe, healthy indoor environments in health care facilities.

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Mar 20

23rd Annual Health Care Leadership Series

Step into leadership with confidence! Gain skills, tools and a strong network to lead change in today’s evolving health care landscape.

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Mar 24

Emerging Health Care Leaders

Empower emerging leaders with the skills, confidence and insight to lead effectively — today and into the future.

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Mar 24

Hospital Preparedness Academy 2026 – Nine-part Virtual Series

Join the Hospital Preparedness Academy for nine interactive sessions packed with practical strategies, regulatory insights, and collaborative…

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Mar 26

PFAC Office Hours: HCAHPS Questions — Care From Nurses and Doctors

This virtual event provides practical strategies to enhance nurse and physician communication, elevate patient experience, and strengthen HCAHPS…

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Mar 30

HIDI Office Hours

Connect with HIDI experts during open office hours — get personalized help with tools, data submission and more.

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Mar 31

Maternal SUD and NAS Summit

The event highlights Missouri’s progress, challenges, and best practices in addressing maternal substance use disorders and neonatal abstinence…

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Mar 31

Hospital Preparedness Academy 2026 – Nine-part Virtual Series

Join the Hospital Preparedness Academy for nine interactive sessions packed with practical strategies, regulatory insights, and collaborative…

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Mar 31

HIDI Focus Session: HIDI Fundamentals and HIDINet Data Submission

Learn about HIDI and HIDINet data submission — requirements, troubleshooting and strategies to improve hospital performance.

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Apr 7

Hospital Preparedness Academy 2026 – Nine-part Virtual Series

Join the Hospital Preparedness Academy for nine interactive sessions packed with practical strategies, regulatory insights, and collaborative…

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Apr 9

Introduction to Copilot and AI

Microsoft 365 Copilot unlocks new levels of productivity and creativity while helping you confidently navigate the ethical and security principles…

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If You Work at a Missouri Hospital, You're an MHA Member!

Learn more about how your MHA membership strengthens your hospital's capabilities by providing access to resources that elevate how you serve your patients, staff and communities. 

  1. Member Benefits