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Community Health
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Stephen Njenga
Director of Quality Measurement and Population Health Improvement
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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
Population Health Strategies
Support better outcomes for all Missourians with strategies that address health disparities, promote equity and guide community-focused care initiatives.
Health Care Economic Impact
Understand how hospitals provide economic benefits that support the financial health of communities and states.
Rural Health Transformation Program
Find resources and updates on Missouri’s ToRCH Care initiative, including funding opportunities, key deadlines, hub development information, webinars and related MHA news.
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November 13, 2026
Fitzgibbon Hospital Renamed Missouri Valley Regional Medical Center, Names New CEO
Fitzgibbon Hospital in Marshall, Mo., has officially changed its name to Missouri Valley Regional Medical Center, reflecting a new chapter for the…
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November 13, 2026
DHSS Awards Contracts For Rural Medical Student Clerkships To 5 Organizations
The Missouri Graduate Medical Education Technical Assistance Center named the five organizations that received contract awards through the Missouri…
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November 12, 2026
MO HealthNet Selects Managed Care Plans
The MO HealthNet Division selected the three Medicaid managed care plans that will take effect July 1, 2027.Home State HealthMissouri Care (Healthy…
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November 11, 2026
MHA Shares FY 2023, 2024 And 2025 Medicare Cost Report Data
The Missouri Hospital Association published a comprehensive analysis of the fiscal years 2023, 2024 and 2025 Medicare cost report data based on the…
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HIDI Office Hours
Connect with HIDI experts during open office hours — get personalized help with tools, data submission and more.
Nov
17
HIDI Focus Session: Payer Performance Initiative
Join HIDI for an overview of the Payer Performance Initiative and the tools available to help healthcare organizations better…
Nov
23
Pharmacy Conditions of Participation
This program will review the pharmaceutical services condition of participation and other regulatory areas that require pharmacist input and…
Dec
3
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Learn how to use Microsoft OneNote as a central hub for capturing, organizing and managing information.
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.