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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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Rural Health Initiatives

Advance rural health with advocacy, resources, and strategies that strengthen Missouri’s rural hospitals and sustain care in every community.

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Hospital Leaders Share Insights For Exceeding HEALTHPAC Contribution Goals

August 15, 2025

Hospital Leaders Share Insights For Exceeding HEALTHPAC Contribution Goals

Leading your organization's participation in HEALTHPAC — the Missouri Hospital Association’s state-level political action committee — can be…
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MHA’s 103rd Annual Convention To Focus On 'People: The Point Of Care'

August 13, 2025

MHA’s 103rd Annual Convention To Focus On 'People: The Point Of Care'

From the patients and communities that hospitals serve to the employees who make care possible, the mission of health care is always…
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August 13, 2025

MO HealthNet Releases Nursing Home Reimbursement Training

The Missouri Department of Social Services Family Support Division, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Central Office Medical…
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August 11, 2025

Resources Available For National Emergency Management Awareness Month

August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month, a new initiative launched by the International Association of Emergency Managers to…
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Aug 25

HIDI Office Hours

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

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Aug 26

HIDI Focus Session: HIDI Point of Care Alerting and Portal

Get real-time patient insights from first encounter to discharge. Our ADT solution boosts care, coordination and compliance across hospitals.

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Sep 4

PFAC Office Hours: Engaging Leadership in PFACs

Engage leadership to empower PFACs! Join our expert panel to spark collaboration, share strategies and drive lasting impact.

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Sep 9

Credentialing: Navigating Risk and Readiness in the Provider Lifecycle: Five-part Virtual Series

Protect your organization and empower staff. This five-part series builds oversight skills to manage provider data and guide smart decisions.

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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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