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Community Health

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Stephen Njenga

Director of Quality Measurement and Population Health Improvement

Strengthening Communities Through Care, Partnerships & Insights

Improving community health requires strong local partnerships, data-informed strategies and a commitment to equity in care and outcomes. MHA’s research provides health care professionals and community leaders with information that highlights hospital contributions, uncovers disparities and supports transparency in cost and quality.  

Our tools help drive more informed decisions to foster trust and create meaningful, lasting change in the communities hospitals serve.

Community-Centered Excellence

Building Trust Through Investment & Transparency

Community Investment

Highlight the value of hospital-supported care with data and insights on uncompensated services, community benefit programs and local economic impact.

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Population Health Strategies

Support better outcomes for all Missourians with strategies that address health disparities, promote equity and guide community-focused care initiatives.

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Price & Quality Transparency

Empower informed decision-making with tools that promote transparency in hospital pricing, care quality and patient outcomes.

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Health Care Economic Impact

Understand how hospitals provide economic benefits that support the financial health of communities and states. 

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Advancing Accessible and Consistent Care In Every Community

Ensuring every Missourian can consistently access high-quality, safe care and live healthily in their community is essential to improving health outcomes. Learn how hospitals can address barriers that impact health beyond the clinical setting.

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