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# NCHA

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- [North Carolina Healthcare Foundation Receives Support from Wells Fargo to Address Housing Need](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-healthcare-foundation-receives-support-from-wells-fargo-to-address-housing-need/) - RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), with support from the Wells Fargo Foundation, announced the launch of Advancing Access: Housing as a Driver of Health, a statewide initiative focused on strengthening healthcare access by addressing housing as a critical factor in health and well-being. Hospitals and community partners consistently identify stable, affordable housing as
- [NC Healthcare Association Honors Dr. Shelly Lowery with Clinical Leadership Award ](https://www.ncha.org/nc-healthcare-association-honors-dr-shelly-lowery-with-clinical-leadership-award/) - Dr. Shelly Lowery, Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President of Ambulatory Practices at Scotland Health Care System, has been awarded the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s (NCHA) 2026 Clinical Leadership Award. This award honors an individual who has demonstrated exemplary clinical leadership in care transformation through innovation and improvement. Dr. Lowery received the award July 15 at NCHA’s Summer Membership Meeting. Dr. Lowery is board
- [NC Healthcare Association Honors Paul Hammes with Distinguished Service Award ](https://www.ncha.org/nc-healthcare-association-honors-paul-hammes-with-distinguished-service-award/) - Paul Hammes, former CEO of Hugh Chatham Health, has been awarded the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s (NCHA) highest honor — the 2026 Distinguished Service Award. The award is given each year to an NCHA member executive whose contributions to the healthcare field have had a positive and lasting impact at the local, regional, state, or national level. Hammes received the award July
- [Iredell Health System Recognized by NCHA for Collaborative Improving Health and Well-Being of Families ](https://www.ncha.org/iredell-health-system-recognized-by-ncha-for-collaborative-improving-health-and-well-being-of-families/) - Iredell Health Foundation’s Whole3 Collaborative has been awarded the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s Healthier Communities Award. This award recognizes collaborative work by an NCHA member institution to promote health and well-being by addressing identified needs. Iredell Health received the award July 15 at NCHA’s Summer Membership Meeting in Asheville. Started in 2025, Whole3 – which stands for Whole Child, Whole Family, Whole Community Collaborative – takes a coordinated approach
- [WakeMed Recognized by NCHA for Behavioral Health Network ](https://www.ncha.org/wakemed-recognized-by-ncha-for-behavioral-health-network/) - The WakeMed Behavioral Health Network (WBHN) has been awarded the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s 2026 Highsmith Award for Innovation. Named for Dr. John Highsmith, the first president of NCHA, this award is presented to a member institution or to an individual/team employed by an NCHA member institution in recognition of innovation that creates value for patients/consumers of healthcare. WakeMed received the award July 16 at NCHA’s Summer Membership Meeting in Asheville. Since
- [The 2026 Stephen J. Lawler Leadership in Healthcare Scholarship Awards Three Recipients](https://www.ncha.org/the-2026-stephen-j-lawler-leadership-in-healthcare-scholarship-awards-three-recipients/) - The Stephen J. Lawler Leadership in Healthcare Scholarship, recognizes the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s (NCHA) CEO Emeritus, Steve Lawler, for his outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication to improving the health of our communities. This annual scholarship is designed to support aspiring healthcare leaders who demonstrate a passion for driving positive change in the healthcare field. This year, the $5,000 award was split between
- [The Economic Impact of North Carolina Hospitals](https://www.ncha.org/36164-2/) - North Carolina’s health systems and hospitals are the backbone of both our healthcare delivery system and our state’s economy — serving as economic engines in communities across the state. To underscore the essential role they play, the North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) commissioned a new study examining 133 hospitals across North Carolina and their far-reaching
- [North Carolina Healthcare Association Announces 2026 Board Chair and Trustees ](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-healthcare-association-announces-2026-board-chair-and-trustees/) - Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) announced Brian Floyd, MBA, RN, President and Chief Operating Officer, ECU Health Medical Center, as chair of its 2026-2027 Board of Trustees. He has been a trustee since 2023 and is currently serving a second three-year term on the board. The board oversees NCHA’s strategic plan and operations in line with the association’s mission to improve the health of North Carolina communities by advocating for sound public policy
- [NCHA Expands “I Do Care” Campaign to Connect Adults with Health Care Careers ](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-expands-i-do-care-campaign-to-connect-adults-with-health-care-careers/) - Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) is expanding its statewide workforce campaign, “I Do Care,” to connect adults across North Carolina with meaningful and sustainable career opportunities in health care. Launched in 2024 to encourage middle and high school students to explore healthcare careers, the campaign now includes a strong focus on adults — those starting
- [NCHF’s Newest Mentorship Class Pairs 22 Diverse Professionals with 20 Senior Healthcare Executives ](https://www.ncha.org/nchfs-newest-mentorship-class-pairs-22-diverse-professionals-with-20-senior-healthcare-executives/) - Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), the charitable non-profit, innovative and programmatic arm of the North Carolina Healthcare Association, announced the 2026 class of the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program. The competitive program is designed to help cultivate a diverse pipeline of leaders for the healthcare field and pairs 22 healthcare professionals from underrepresented communities with 20 executive leaders
- [Bridge to Health Initiative](https://www.ncha.org/bridge-to-health-initiative/) - Charlotte, N.C. – The Duke Endowment and the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) are pleased to announce the launch of a new initiative, Bridge to Health, which is aimed at improving health for patients with complex care needs. These highest-risk patients often have multiple chronic medical conditions, suffer from substance abuse or mental health conditions
- [The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation and The Leon Levine Foundation Support Hospital-Community Health Center Partnerships](https://www.ncha.org/the-north-carolina-healthcare-foundation-and-the-leon-levine-foundation-support-hospital-community-health-center-partnerships/) - Raleigh, NC — The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) is launching a new four-year initiative to strengthen collaboration between hospitals and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), also known as Community Health Centers, across North Carolina. Supported by The Leon Levine Foundation (TLLF), this initiative aims to improve access to care, strengthen care coordination, lower costs and improve health outcomes for the
- [Bank of America and the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation Partner to Strengthen Rural Healthcare Workforce](https://www.ncha.org/bank-of-america-and-the-north-carolina-healthcare-foundation-partner-to-strengthen-rural-healthcare-workforce/) - Raleigh, NC — The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) has partnered with Bank of America to support a statewide initiative aimed at strengthening the rural healthcare workforce pipeline for North Carolina’s Critical Access Hospitals and communities in Tier 1 counties. Building on ongoing workforce development efforts led by NCHF and the North Carolina Healthcare Association, the
- [North Carolina Healthcare Foundation Announces New Board Members for 2026 ](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-healthcare-foundation-announces-new-board-members-for-2026/) - Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) today announced the appointment of Dr. Lawrence Greenblatt, State Health Director and Chief Medical Officer, NC Department of Health and Human Services, and Joshua Swift, Public Health Director, Forsyth County Health Department, as new members to its Board of Trustees. “We are honored to welcome these accomplished leaders to our
- [North Carolina Healthcare Foundation Launches Social Impact Tools to Strengthen Community-Led Solutions](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-healthcare-foundation-launches-social-impact-tools-to-strengthen-community-led-solutions/) - Raleigh, NC -- The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) announced the launch of two innovative resources — the Social Impact Playbook and the Social Impact Hub— designed to help communities across North Carolina address barriers to health through collaborative, community-based solutions. The Social Impact Playbook is a practical guide offering tools, frameworks, and real-world examples to help leaders build infrastructure, pilot initiatives, and sustain
- [NCHF Congratulates 2025 Class of the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program](https://www.ncha.org/nchf-congratulates-2025-class-of-the-diverse-healthcare-leaders-mentorship-program/) - Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), the charitable, innovative, and programmatic arm of the North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA), announces the graduation of the 2025 class of the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program. This year’s program paired 24 healthcare professionals from underrepresented communities with 20 senior executives from hospitals and health systems across North Carolina. With this cohort,
- [NCHF’s Shakeerah McCoy Named in Leadership North Carolina’s 33rd Class](https://www.ncha.org/nchfs-shakeerah-mccoy-named-in-leadership-north-carolinas-33rd-class/) - Raleigh, NC – Shakeerah McCoy, MSN, RN, Director of Rural Health Innovation at the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), has been selected for the 2025-2026 class of Leadership North Carolina (LNC), the state’s premier leadership development program. Each year, through a rigorous selection process, LNC chooses a class of established and emerging leaders from across
- [North Carolina Healthcare Association Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2025](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-healthcare-association-recognized-as-one-of-the-best-places-to-work-in-healthcare-in-2025/) - Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) has been named one of Modern Healthcare's 2025 Best Places to Work in Healthcare nationwide in the Supplier category. NCHA celebrated with other honorees at the 2025 Best Places to Work in Healthcare Awards Gala in Nashville, TN on Oct. 8. The full list of winners
- [NCHF Social Impact Program Awards $300,000 to Support Health and Economic Development in Robeson County ](https://www.ncha.org/nchf-social-impact-program-awards-300000-to-support-health-and-economic-development-in-robeson-county/) - August 1, 2025 — The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Social Impact Mini-Grants in Robeson County.
- [The 2025 Stephen J. Lawler Leadership in Healthcare Scholarship Awards Funds to Three Recipients ](https://www.ncha.org/the-2025-stephen-j-lawler-leadership-in-healthcare-scholarship-awards-funds-to-three-recipients/) - July 22, 2025 — The Stephen J. Lawler Leadership in Healthcare Scholarship, established in honor of Steve Lawler, the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s (NCHA) CEO Emeritus, recognizes his outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication to improving the health of North Carolina communities. This annual scholarship is designed to support aspiring healthcare leaders who demonstrate a passion
- [NCHA Recognizes Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority for Innovative, Culturally Grounded Health Initiative](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-honors-cherokee-indian-hospital-authority-for-innovative-culturally-grounded-health-initiative/) - The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) Tribal Option's “Eat Well, Play Well, Stay Well Initiative,” supported by the Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority (CIHA), has been awarded the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s (NCHA’s) 2025 Healthier Communities Award. This award recognizes collaborative work by an NCHA member institution to promote health and well-being by addressing an
- [Cape Fear Valley Health Recognized by NCHA for Workforce Innovation Through Medical School ](https://www.ncha.org/cape-fear-valley-health-recognized-by-ncha-for-workforce-innovation-through-medical-school/) - Cape Fear Valley Health has been awarded the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s (NCHA’s) 2025 Highsmith Award for Innovation in recognition of its visionary partnership with Methodist University to establish the planned Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine. Named for Dr. John Highsmith, the first president of NCHA, this award is presented to
- [NCHA Honors David Kirk, MD, with Clinical Leadership Award  ](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-honors-david-kirk-md-with-clinical-leadership-award/) - Dr. David Kirk, chief clinical integration officer at WakeMed, has been awarded the North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) 2025 Clinical Leadership Award. This award honors an individual who has demonstrated exemplary clinical leadership in care transformation through innovation and improvement. Dr. Kirk received the award July 16 at NCHA’s Summer Membership Meeting. For more than
- [NCHA Honors Gandhari Loomis with Distinguished Service Award ](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-honors-gandhari-loomis-with-distinguished-service-award/) - Dr. Gandhari Loomis, Executive Medical Director of Blue Ridge Medical Group, has been awarded the North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) highest honor — the 2025 Distinguished Service Award. The award is given each year to an NCHA member executive whose contributions to the healthcare field have had a positive and lasting impact at the local,
- [NCHA Statement on Passage of H.R. 1](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-passage-of-h-r-1/) - Raleigh, NC – July 3, 2025 — Now that H.R. 1 has passed, the North Carolina Healthcare Association will work closely with state lawmakers to find solutions that preserve access to care for North Carolinians and continue to engage with our members of Congress to ensure they understand the impact these cuts will have on our state's
- [NCHA Statement on Medicaid Proposals in H.R.1](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-medicaid-proposals-in-h-r-1/) - Raleigh, NC – July 3, 2025 — Medicaid is a lifeline for 3 million North Carolinians, including more than 650,000 individuals who gained coverage through expansion. Medicaid also sustains the state’s rural and safety net hospitals that serve low-income families, children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. The U.S. Senate has passed its version of H.R.
- [NCHA Statement on Federal Medicaid Proposals](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-federal-medicaid-proposals/) - Medicaid is a lifeline for 3 million people in our state, including over 650,000 who have benefited from expansion efforts, as well as for our rural and safety net hospitals that provide essential health services to low-income families, children, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. While the North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) supports efforts to improve
- [NCHA Statement on House Budget Proposal](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-house-budget-proposal/) - The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) thanks House leaders for listening to concerns from providers in their proposed state budget bill. In particular, NCHA is grateful the House did not include many of the harmful policies being considered or levy new taxes on hospitals. Although there is more work to be done towards the development
- [NCHF Social Impact Program Announces Funding to Support Improved Health Outcomes and Economic Development](https://www.ncha.org/nchf-social-impact-program-announces-funding-to-support-improved-health-outcomes-and-economic-development/) - The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) is pleased to announce it is currently accepting grant applications for its 2025 Social Impact Program in Robeson County. Priority will be given to requests for projects and programs that are providing solutions to transportation barriers as a social driver of health that build community trust and enhance collaboration around
- [North Carolina Students Explore Careers in Virtual Healthcare Career Day ](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-students-explore-careers-in-virtual-healthcare-career-day/) - NCHA, with NC DPI, hosted a Virtual Career Day on Feb. 28, to inspire middle and high school age students across North Carolina to join the healthcare field.
- [NCHF’s Newest Mentorship Class Pairs 24 Diverse Professionals with 20 Senior Healthcare Executives ](https://www.ncha.org/2025-mentorship-program-class/) - Raleigh, NC – February 12, 2025 – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), charitable non-profit, innovative and programmatic arm of the North Carolina Healthcare Association, announced the 2025 class of the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program. The competitive program is designed to help cultivate a diverse pipeline of leaders for the healthcare field and pairs 24
- [NCHA Announces 2025 Board Chair and Trustees](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-announces-2025-board-chair-and-trustees/) - Raleigh, NC – January 17, 2025 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) announced Frank Emory Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, Novant Health, as chair of its 2025-2026 Board of Trustees. He has been a trustee since 2022 and is currently serving a second three-year term on the board. The board oversees
- [NCHA’s Newest Mentorship Class Pairs 26 Diverse Professionals with 21 Senior Healthcare Executives](https://www.ncha.org/nchas-newest-mentorship-class-pairs-26-diverse-professionals-with-21-senior-healthcare-executives/) - Raleigh, NC – January 8, 2024 – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), charitable non-profit, innovative and programmatic arm of the North Carolina Healthcare Association, today announced the 2024 class of the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program. The competitive program is designed to help cultivate a diverse pipeline of leaders for the healthcare field and
- [Report Shows Hospital Employment Trends Improve in North Carolina But Challenges Persist for Rural, Residential Care, and Nursing Facilities](https://www.ncha.org/report-shows-hospital-employment-trends-improve-in-north-carolina-but-challenges-persist-for-rural-residential-care-and-nursing-facilities/) - Raleigh, NC, March 26, 2024 – A new healthcare workforce report highlights a positive trend in staffing retention and reduced vacancies across most of North Carolina hospitals and health systems in 2023. Despite this improvement, rural, nursing, and residential care facilities continue to experience workforce challenges. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals and health systems were challenged
- [NCHA Statement on Treasurer’s 340B Report ](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-treasurers-340b-report/) - Raleigh, NC – May 8, 2024 — Once again, the Treasurer is painting a false picture about the mission-driven care provided by North Carolina hospitals. The 340B Program helps safety-net providers serving vulnerable communities stretch scarce federal resources as far as possible to support essential services for their communities. The program is paid for with drug
- [NCHA Statement on Proposal to Ban Medical Bills from Credit Reports](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-proposal-to-ban-medical-bills-from-credit-reports/) - Raleigh, NC – June 13, 2024 — North Carolina hospitals and health systems are committed to every aspect of our patient’s health, including their financial health. We know that financial well-being impacts both the health of a family and a community. Consequently, we have always been attentive to and concerned about patients’ medical debt. Hospitals offer generous
- [NCHA Statement on the Governor’s Medical Debt Announcement ](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-the-governors-medical-debt-announcement/) - Raleigh, NC – July 1, 2024 — North Carolina hospitals and health systems are committed to the care and well-being of all North Carolinians, and we recognize that medical debt is a concern for many. That is why hospitals focus every day on providing safe, high-quality care to all, regardless of their ability to pay.
- [Doug Heron Named NCHA’s Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Policy](https://www.ncha.org/doug-heron-named-nchas-senior-vice-president-of-advocacy-and-policy/) - Raleigh, NC – July 24, 2024 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA), a statewide trade association representing more than 130 health systems and hospitals, has named Doug Heron to the position of senior vice president of advocacy and policy. Heron will lead the Association’s government relations, policy development and advocacy communications efforts in Raleigh and in Washington, DC. “Doug
- [NCHF Social Impact Program Awards Funding to Five Organizations ](https://www.ncha.org/nchf-social-impact-program-awards-funding-to-five-organizations/) - Raleigh, NC — July 25, 2024 —The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) is pleased to announce the awarding of grant funding to several entities across Robeson County dedicated to advancing health equity and social impact by addressing transportation barriers to good health. These grants, totaling $250,000, represent the first allocation of a three-year, $900,000 investment
- [NCHA Statement on Hospitals’ Participation in Medical Debt Program ](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-hospitals-participation-in-medical-debt-program/) - Raleigh, NC — August 12, 2024 — North Carolina hospitals and health systems are committed to the care and well-being of all North Carolinians, and we recognize that medical debt is a concern for many. That is why hospitals focus every day on providing care to all, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. The
- [NCHA Launches Teen Workforce Campaign Called “I Do Care”](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-launches-teen-workforce-campaign-called-i-do-care/) - Raleigh, NC – August 28, 2024 — The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) has launched a statewide teen workforce campaign, called “I Do Care,” created to inspire North Carolina middle and high school students to explore the variety of career paths available in health care. Building the next generation of healthcare professionals is a top priority for hospitals and health systems to meet the care
- [Dr. LaPonda Edmondson to lead the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation ](https://www.ncha.org/dr-laponda-edmondson-to-lead-the-north-carolina-healthcare-foundation/) - Raleigh, NC – September 30, 2024 — The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) is pleased to announce the promotion of LaPonda Edmondson, DrPH, MHS to president of the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) and senior vice president of NCHA, effective Oct. 1, 2024. Dr. Edmondson is an exceptional leader,” said NCHA President and CEO Steve Lawler.
- [NCHF Congratulates Diverse Healthcare Leadership Mentorship Graduates](https://www.ncha.org/nchf-congratulates-diverse-healthcare-leadership-mentorship-graduates/) - Raleigh, N.C. – October 4, 2024 – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), the charitable non-profit, innovative and programmatic arm of the North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA), celebrated the graduation of the 2024 class of the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program. The competitive program is designed to help cultivate a diverse pipeline of leaders for
- [Josh Dobson Named President & CEO of the North Carolina Healthcare Association ](https://www.ncha.org/josh-dobson-named-president-ceo-of-the-north-carolina-healthcare-association/) - Raleigh, NC – Nov. 12, 2024 – Following a nationwide search, the Board of Trustees of the North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) named Josh Dobson its new president and chief executive officer. Dobson, who resigned as North Carolina Labor Commissioner on Nov. 6, begins his new role Nov. 12, succeeding Stephen J. Lawler, who is
- [North Carolina Healthcare Foundation Announces New Board Members for 2025  ](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-healthcare-foundation-announces-new-board-members-for-2025/) - Raleigh, NC – Dec. 10, 2024 – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) today announced the appointment of Kelly Calabria, Chief Communications, Marketing and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer of Blue Cross Blue Shield North Carolina, Tchernavia Montgomery, Chief Executive Officer of Care Ring and Mike Richardson, Senior Program Officer Healthcare of The Leon Levine Foundation
- [NCHA Welcomes Jessica Lewis as General Counsel](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-welcomes-jessica-lewis-as-general-counsel/) - Raleigh, NC – July 27, 2023 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA), a statewide trade association representing more than 130 health systems and hospitals, has named Jessica M. Lewis, BSN, JD, to the position of General Counsel. Lewis will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to the association and its subsidiaries, which
- [NC Healthcare Association Cheers Launch of Medicaid Expansion](https://www.ncha.org/nc-healthcare-association-cheers-launch-of-medicaid-expansion/) - Raleigh, NC - Nov. 30, 2023 — The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) and our 130 hospital and health system members are excited to see the launch of Medicaid expansion this week. For over a century, we have worked to ensure that all North Carolinians have access to care they need, when they need it.
- [An Open Letter to North Carolinians on Working Together to Defeat COVID-19](https://www.ncha.org/an-open-letter-to-north-carolinians-on-working-together-to-defeat-covid-19/) - January 12, 2022 To the patients, families and communities we are proud to serve: It is our mission to care for you and support you – a commitment that will never waver. That’s why we want to be up front with you: North Carolina is at a critical juncture in the battle against COVID-19 and
- [NCHA Statement on North Carolina State Health Plan and  National Academy of State Health Policy Report](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-north-carolina-state-health-plan-and-national-academy-of-state-health-policy-report/) - Cary, NC – January 26, 2022 – From free mammogram testing in under-served communities to creating clinics that improve health equity and expand access for under-served populations, feeding the hungry (food as medicine), and partnering to provide affordable housing, North Carolina hospitals are anchors in their communities. In addition to providing essential healthcare services, they
- [NC Healthcare Leadership Diversity Mentoring Program Welcomes Participants](https://www.ncha.org/nc-healthcare-leadership-diversity-mentoring-program-welcomes-participants/) - Cary, NC – February 3, 2022 – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), the 501(c)(3) affiliate of the North Carolina Healthcare Association, today announced the third class of participants in a mentorship program designed to help cultivate a diverse pipeline of leaders for the healthcare field. The seven-month program pairs 16 women and men from
- [NCHA Names John Thompson as Vice President of State Government Affairs](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-names-john-thompson-as-vice-president-of-state-government-affairs/) - Cary, NC – April 12, 2022 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) has named John Thompson to the position of Vice President of State Government Affairs. Thompson will be responsible for leading the association’s advocacy efforts with the state legislature, also working closely with staff and members to develop policy and legislation. He will report to Steve Lawler, chief
- [North Carolina Healthcare Association Recognized as one  of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2022](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-healthcare-association-recognized-as-one-of-the-best-places-to-work-in-healthcare-in-2022/) - Cary, NC – May 19, 2022 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2022 Best Places to Work in Healthcare nationwide in the Supplier/Vendor category. The complete list of 150 winners in two categories, Supplier/Vendor and Provider/Insurer, can be viewed in alphabetical order at ModernHealthcare.com/bestplaceslist. Modern Healthcare partners with
- [Op-Ed on Violence Prevention from Steve Lawler, President and Chief Executive Officer, North Carolina Healthcare Association](https://www.ncha.org/op-ed-on-violence-prevention-from-steve-lawler-president-and-chief-executive-officer-north-carolina-healthcare-association/) - Gun violence is an epidemic that is shattering lives and communities. Mass shootings and other violent acts are happening all-too-often in homes and public settings, including in hospitals and medical offices – our community’s safety nets for help and healing. While you might be familiar with the recent rise in violence on commercial aircrafts, you
- [NCHA Statement on NC Senate Vote Passing H149](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-nc-senate-vote-passing-h149/) - Cary, NC – June 2, 2022 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association thanks the North Carolina Senate for advancing a bill that includes Medicaid expansion to improve access to health care coverage for approximately half a million North Carolinians currently in the coverage gap. These hard-working individuals include farmers, fishermen, veterans, clergy and service industry
- [NCHA Statement on Health Systems Receiving Provider Relief Fund Assistance](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-health-systems-receiving-provider-relief-fund-assistance/) - Cary, NC – June 22, 2022 – All of North Carolina’s hospitals and health systems, regardless of size, location and ownership type have provided essential and lifesaving care to their patients and communities during the pandemic. Congress recognized the critical role hospitals play as the backbone of our health care system and early in the pandemic
- [Joint Statement on House Version: SB408, Rural Healthcare Access and Savings Plan](https://www.ncha.org/joint-statement-on-house-version-sb408-rural-healthcare-access-and-savings-plan/) - June 23, 2022 – Providing access to high-quality healthcare for the working poor across our state is a top priority for all three of our organizations. We are grateful for the thoughtful proposal developed by the House to ensure that every North Carolinian has health care coverage. Senate Bill 408, Rural Healthcare Access and Savings
- [NCHA Statement on Governor Roy Cooper Signing State Budget](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-governor-roy-cooper-signing-state-budget/) - Cary, NC – July 11, 2022 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association thanks Governor Cooper for signing the state budget plan passed by the North Carolina General Assembly. It contains important provisions for North Carolina hospitals to continue to respond to and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic by codifying specific waiver language to last beyond
- [NCHA Statement on Assault Incident at Duke Raleigh Hospital ](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-assault-incident-at-duke-raleigh-hospital/) - Cary, NC – July 29, 2022 – An assault on a Duke Health employee in a healthcare setting yesterday is a stark reminder of the rising tide of workplace violence faced by health care workers and why we must do everything we can to ensure that they are kept safe from violence so they can
- [Letter: Adopt the Healthcare Access and Stabilization Program](https://www.ncha.org/letter-adopt-the-healthcare-access-and-stabilization-program/) - Cary, NC – August, 5 2022 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) sent a letter today to Governor Roy Cooper, Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger and Speaker of the House Tim Moore emphasizing the unwavering support of Medicaid expansion by North Carolina hospitals and health systems. The letter requests that Governor Cooper, Senator Berger, and
- [NC Healthcare Association Delivers Proposal to General Assembly and Governor and Calls on General Assembly to Quickly Pass Medicaid Expansion](https://www.ncha.org/nc-healthcare-association-delivers-proposal-to-general-assembly-and-governor-and-calls-on-general-assembly-to-quickly-pass-medicaid-expansion/) - Cary, NC – September 16, 2022 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) delivered a proposal to Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Berger, House Speaker Tim Moore and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper today in response to the Senate’s passage of House Bill 149, Expanding Access to Healthcare, and a subsequent stall in negotiations between
- [NCHA Statement on Treasurer's Hospital Medicare Report](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-treasurers-hospital-medicare-report/) - Cary, NC - Oct. 25, 2022 — The latest report commissioned by Treasurer Folwell continues a pattern of reports that have used misinformation and half-truths and that make inaccurate conclusions. This report, like others the Treasurer has commissioned, fails to account for the incredible complexity of our healthcare system, including health insurance companies’ role in rising
- [Study: North Carolina Hospitals and Health Systems Make a $40 Billion Economic Impact and Support 1 in 8 Jobs as Economic Anchors for Communities](https://www.ncha.org/economic-impact-study-nc-hospitals/) - Meanwhile, more than half of all hospitals nationwidewill have a negative margin this year Cary, NC – December 14, 2022 – Healthcare is one of North Carolina’s most important economic drivers, with health systems and hospitals supporting 1 in 8 North Carolina jobs and contributing 6% of the state’s entire gross domestic product, an analysis
- [NCHF Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program Welcomes 2023 Participants](https://www.ncha.org/nchf-diverse-healthcare-leaders-mentorship-program-welcomes-2023-participants/) - 2023 class pairs 24 diverse individuals with 18 senior healthcare executive mentors Cary, NC – January 3, 2023 – The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), the 501(c)(3) affiliate of the North Carolina Healthcare Association, today announced the fourth class of participants in the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program, designed to help cultivate a diverse pipeline
- [Five New Community Coalitions to Join The Duke Endowment’s  Healthy People, Healthy Carolinas Initiative in North Carolina](https://www.ncha.org/five-new-community-coalitions-to-join-the-duke-endowments-healthy-people-healthy-carolinas-initiative-in-north-carolina/) - Cary, NC — January 24, 2023 — The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation has announced that five new community coalitions will join Healthy People, Healthy Carolinas (HPHC), an initiative of The Duke Endowment, as part of HPHC’s fourth cohort in North Carolina effective this month. North Mecklenburg Economic Mobility Collaborative (sponsored by Atrium Health), Rockingham Primary
- [NCHA Statement on NC House Bill 76 Access to Healthcare Options](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-nc-house-bill-76-access-to-healthcare-options/) - Cary, NC – Feb. 9, 2023 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) thanks the sponsors of House Bill 76 Access to Healthcare Options introduced in the North Carolina House yesterday which includes Medicaid expansion to improve access to health care coverage for approximately 600,000 North Carolinians currently in the coverage gap. These hard-working individuals
- [NCHA Statement on North Carolina State Treasurer Report on Nonprofit Health System Leaders’ Compensation](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-north-carolina-state-treasurer-report-on-nonprofit-health-system-leaders-compensation/) - Cary, NC – February 15, 2023 – A report released today by the North Carolina State Treasurer suggests that North Carolina health system executives’ compensation should be called into question and accuses them of not being sincerely committed to their organizations’ missions to improve the health of patients and communities. These claims are egregious for
- [NCHA Statement on Medicaid Expansion and HASP Agreement  Announced by NC Senate Leader Berger and House Speaker Moore](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-medicaid-expansion-and-hasp-agreement-announced-by-nc-senate-leader-berger-and-house-speaker-moore/) - Cary, NC – March 2, 2023 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) congratulates and thanks the House and Senate leadership on reaching an agreement on the Healthcare Access and Stabilization Program and Medicaid expansion. We are pleased that they have agreed to pass landmark legislation to improve access to health care coverage for approximately
- [NCHA Statement on Passage of Medicaid Expansion, HASP Bill](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-passage-of-medicaid-expansion-hasp-bill/) - Cary, NC – March 23, 2023 – The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) applauds and thanks the House for their historic vote today passing HB 76 and moving North Carolina one step closer to expanding Medicaid. “This landmark legislation will have lasting benefits for our state by helping hardworking North Carolina families, stabilizing rural health
- [Opinion: Setting the Record Straight on NC Medicaid Expansion Financing](https://www.ncha.org/opinion-setting-the-record-straight-on-nc-medicaid-expansion-financing/) - A recent News & Observer article claiming that Medicaid expansion legislation passed by the North Carolina General Assembly could raise hospital prices paints a misleading picture by omitting key details important for context. House bill 76 “Access to Healthcare Options” is landmark legislation that will benefit our state by helping hardworking families, stabilizing rural health
- [NCHA Statement on North Carolina State Treasurer Report on Hospital Lawsuits Over Medical Debt](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-north-carolina-state-treasurer-report-on-hospital-lawsuits-over-medical-debt/) - Raleigh, NC – August 16, 2023 – North Carolina hospitals and health systems are united in placing patients and families at the center of everything we do. As a field, we strive to deliver care for all people with dignity and compassion. This commitment is demonstrated every day as we deliver our best for everyone
- [NCHA Statement on General Assembly passing state budget enacting Medicaid expansion](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-statement-on-house-and-senate-passing-budget-with-medicaid-expansion/) - Raleigh, NC - September 22, 2023 — The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) thanks the House and Senate for passing a budget that includes Medicaid expansion. Medicaid coverage will allow 600,000 working North Carolinians access to regular, preventive care, reducing emergency department visits, and providing much needed help for those who struggle with addiction and behavioral
- [NCHA CEO Stephen Lawler to Retire at the End of 2024](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-ceo-stephen-lawler-to-retire-at-the-end-of-2024/) - Raleigh, NC – September 25, 2023 – North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) President and Chief Executive Officer Stephen J. Lawler has announced that he will retire when his current contract expires, effective December 31, 2024. Lawler, 63, is the fourth professional chief executive in the association’s 105-year history of serving North Carolina’s hospitals and health

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- [Home](https://www.ncha.org/) - NCHA unites North Carolina hospitals, health systems and post-acute providers with advocacy, data, education, and vetted business solutions.
- [Improving Maternal Health for People with Opioid and Substance Use Disorder ](https://www.ncha.org/improving-maternal-health-for-people-with-opioid-and-substance-use-disorder/) - With funding from the North Carolina Division of Public Health’s Injury and Violence Prevention Branch, NCHF launched a new initiative in September 2025 to improve care for people with substance use disorder (SUD) during the perinatal period, from pregnancy through one year postpartum. In partnership with hospitals across North Carolina, NCHF is working to identify and address barriers to evidence-based SUD care, as well as gaps
- [Financial Services](https://www.ncha.org/financial-services/) - NCHA Financial Services staff help members navigate the ongoing changes in healthcare finance while protecting funding and reimbursement. As demands increase to control expenditures in an environment of new regulations and evolving reimbursement methods, members can rely on NCHA’s financial services for information and guidance to stay viable. The association often represents members’ financial interests
- [Hospital Assessment Invoice](https://www.ncha.org/hospital-assessments/) - Updated August 2026
- [Federal Analyses - DataGen Reports](https://www.ncha.org/datagenreports-2/) - NCHA offers members reports with key insights on financial and quality metrics for hospitals. These reports can be used to: Interpret changes in healthcare payment policy. Model the impact of healthcare payment changes on revenue, quality, and profitability. Help members to act on insight to drive organizational change.
- [Application Materials - Leadership in Healthcare Scholarship](https://www.ncha.org/apply-leadership-in-healthcare-scholarship/) - NCHA would like to congratulate the 2026 winners: Kyanh Huynh, Strategic Program Coordinator with the Nursing Strategy & Innovation team at ECU Health, 2026 mentee in the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program Kamica Johnson, Pharmacy Employment Coordinator at UNC Rex Healthcare, Health Unit Coordinator at Duke Regional Hospital, 2025 mentee in the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program Bradley
- [NCHA Policy Committees, Workgroups, and Task Forces ](https://www.ncha.org/committees-workgroups-and-task-forces/) - Effective healthcare laws and regulations start with sound policy development. Whether it is influencing future legislation or working with regulators on implementation of existing laws, NCHA relies on its members to develop healthcare policy, supporting North Carolinians’ access to high-quality healthcare. Click below to view NCHA’s policy committees, workgroups, and task forces. For more information, please contact: Anthony Okunak, Vice President,
- [Task Forces](https://www.ncha.org/task-forces/)
- [Policy Committees and Workgroups](https://www.ncha.org/policy-committees-and-workgroups/)
- [Who We Are](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/who-we-are/)
- [Care Access and Transformation Dashboard](https://www.ncha.org/care-access-and-transformation-dashboard/) - The NCHA Care Access and Transformation Dashboard highlights the progress hospitals and health systems are making to improve access to quality healthcare for all people. To view and compare your hospital/health system data to the statewide aggregate, log into your NCHA account and click the links below. Please submit your feedback on the dashboard here. For
- [HASP Reporting](https://www.ncha.org/hasp-hospital-assessments/) - Update on SFY 2026 HASP Interim Payments Updated July 2026
- [Community Benefits and Financial Assistance Information](https://www.ncha.org/community-benefits-listings/) - North Carolina's hospitals and health systems are anchors in their communities, not only providing essential healthcare services, but also supporting a variety of services to expand access to care, train healthcare providers, conduct groundbreaking research, and improve community health and safety. In 2024, community benefits from North Carolina's hospitals and health systems totaled $7.4 billion.
- [2026 NCHA Summer Meeting](https://www.ncha.org/today/) - Wifi: NCHA Summer Meet Passcode: NCHAmeet26
- [Annual Meetings](https://www.ncha.org/annual-meetings/) - As healthcare changes, so do NCHA members’ needs for education. NCHA offers two general membership meetings each year, featuring national experts on healthcare issues, policy updates from NCHA staff, and networking opportunities for our members. Hospital and health system trustees are encouraged to attend general membership meetings.
- [2026 Summer Meeting HOSPAC](https://www.ncha.org/today-hospac/)
- [2026 NCHA Summer Meeting Agenda - Friday](https://www.ncha.org/today-agenda3/)
- [2026 NCHA Summer Meeting Agenda - Thursday](https://www.ncha.org/today-agenda2/)
- [2026 NCHA Summer Meeting Agenda - Wednesday](https://www.ncha.org/today-agenda1/)
- [Careers](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/careers/) - NCHA's Open Positions Associate Program Manager, Financial Services The Associate Program Manager, Financial Services will assist with addressing key financial services needs of member hospitals focusing largely on hospital billing and reimbursement. Coordinates and assists with implementation of various projects that meet the financial services needs of member hospitals. Supports in developing positions and policies
- [Corporate Sponsors](https://www.ncha.org/corporate-sponsors/) - NCHA’s Corporate Sponsorship Program is designed to provide companies with yearlong exposure and interaction with top decision-makers from North Carolina’s hospitals and health systems. Our program runs from January through December and offers several levels of participation. Sign up today for opportunities to: Increase brand awareness Showcase your products and services Build business prospects Enhance
- [2026 NCHA Summer Meeting - Attendees](https://www.ncha.org/today-attendees/) - [table id=20 /] [table id=55 /]
- [2026 Summer Meeting - Sponsors](https://www.ncha.org/today-sponsors/) - [table id=56 /]
- [Regulatory & Legal Services](https://www.ncha.org/regulatory-legal-services/) - State and federal regulations have a big impact on health systems and their patients. NCHA works closely with regulatory agencies, commissions and other groups to advocate for a reasonable regulatory environment and to coordinate responsible planning for new services. Hospitals and health systems are among the most heavily regulated entities in the country. That’s why
- [Certificate of Need Resources](https://www.ncha.org/conresources/) - The Certificate of Need law ensures that healthcare services are right sized for their communities, guaranteeing access for all patients. NCHA supports the current Certificate of Need program and opposes any changes that undermine patients’ access to care. MEMBER RESOURCES
- [Parental Access to Electronic Health Records](https://www.ncha.org/parental-access-to-electronic-health-records/) - Patient portals are now the primary way patients and families access medical records, making consistent and appropriate guardian access increasingly important. In this webinar, members of NCHA’s Parental Access to Electronic Health Record Task Force share best practices for maximizing parent and guardian access to minors’ medical information through proxy accounts in online patient portals
- [North Carolina Healthcare Foundation](https://www.ncha.org/foundation/) - The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF) brings professionals and organizations together to create healthier communities in North Carolina and beyond. As a convener of change for a healthier North Carolina we: power system-wide healthcare solutions redefine the healthcare delivery system and improve the health and well-being of patients in North Carolina and beyond. Our mission is to foster and accelerate the collective impact
- [Federal Priority Issues](https://www.ncha.org/federal-priority-issues/) - The North Carolina Healthcare Association coordinates with the American Hospital Association to advocate for support from members of Congress on federal issues affecting hospitals and health care. 2026 Congressional Calendar 2026 Advocacy Issue Toolkit The following is a list of federal legislative priorities, and the associated position statements, that were approved by the NCHA Board
- [State Priority Issues](https://www.ncha.org/state-priority-issues/) - The North Carolina Healthcare Association represents the collective voice of more than 130 hospitals and health systems across our state. In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare environment, hospitals are responding to numerous challenges that impact our ability to meet our mission to provide quality healthcare to everyone in the communities we serve. We are ready to
- [Financial Policy Committees and Workgroups](https://www.ncha.org/financial-policy-committees-and-workgroups/)
- [Economic Impact](https://www.ncha.org/economic-impact/) - North Carolina’s hospitals are the backbone of both our healthcare delivery system and our state’s economy — serving as economic engines in communities across the state. To better understand this impact, the North Carolina Healthcare Association commissioned a study of 133 hospitals across North Carolina. The analysis, conducted by RTI International, measured the statewide and
- [Recent Reports](https://www.ncha.org/recent-reports/)
- [Economic Impact Report](https://www.ncha.org/economic-impact-2022/) - Ensuring the viability of North Carolina hospitals and health systems is critical to the health and economies of North Carolina counties and communities. To illustrate the scope of hospitals and health systems’ economic impact in North Carolina, NCHA commissioned RTI International to conduct research and develop a report based on 2020 data. The report’s findings
- [Partnership with the South Carolina Home Care and Hospice Association](https://www.ncha.org/schcha/) - Partnership with the South Carolina Home Care and Hospice Association The South Carolina Home Care and Hospice Association (SCHCHA) is partnered with NCHA. This relationship offers SCHCHA member providers of home health, hospice, palliative care, personal care, private duty nursing, and companion/sitter services access to the array of business partners available to NCHA members and
- [Partnership with the Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina](https://www.ncha.org/ahhcnc/) - Partnership with the Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina The Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina (AHHC of NC) is partnered with NCHA. This relationship offers AHHC of NC’s member providers of home health, hospice, palliative care, personal care, private duty nursing, and companion/sitter services access to the array
- [Action Center](https://www.ncha.org/action-center/) - Find Your Legislator The personal interactions between you and your government officials at both the state and federal levels can make a real difference. We invite you to be a part of sharing the great work of North Carolina’s hospitals and healthcare systems. By getting involved, you will help North Carolina’s healthcare facilities continue to
- [RTI Workforce Report](https://www.ncha.org/rti-workforce-report/) - A new RTI workforce report commissioned by NCHA highlights a positive trend in staffing retention and reduced vacancies across most of North Carolina hospitals and health systems in 2023. Despite this improvement, rural, nursing, and residential care facilities continue to experience workforce challenges. The "Critical Workforce Needs Assessment " found that more than 60% of hospitals and health
- [NCHA Strategic Partners](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/) - Your Source for Business Solutions You Can Trust. NCHA Strategic Partners acts as a strategic extension of your team, streamlining the complex vendor selection process. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of the North Carolina Healthcare Association, we are committed to being the primary resource healthcare providers turn to for access to workable, cost-effective solutions. Under the
- [Boards](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/boards/) - NCHA Board of Trustees Executive Committee Members Bert Beard, MBA, MHAChief Executive OfficerMaria Parham Health, a Duke LifePoint Hospital, Henderson Kelli FerryChief Legal Officer, Executive Vice PresidentNovant Health, Charlotte Tom Gough, MHAExecutive Vice President and Chief Operating OfficerWakeMed Health and Hospitals, Raleigh John Green, FACHEPresident and Chief Executive OfficerIredell Health System, Statesville Philip Greene, MDChief
- [NCHA Awards and Recognitions](https://www.ncha.org/awards/) - The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) is honored to recognize leaders and teams in North Carolina hospitals and health systems that are committed to improving the health of their communities through innovative, high-quality care. Click here to nominate someone today! Awards offered in 2026: Distinguished Service Award — One of NCHA’s highest individual honors, this award is presented
- [HOSPAC](https://www.ncha.org/hospac/) - Across the nation, healthcare issues remain at the forefront of the legislative debate. HOSPAC, the North Carolina Healthcare Association’s political action committee, contributes to success in advocacy by building relationships between community hospitals and their elected officials. Those relationships ensure that hospital and health system representatives are consulted before decisions are made. Your personal, voluntary
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bios](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio - Dollar](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-dollar/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio - Galvez](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-galvez/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio - Schultz](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-schultz/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio - McCoy](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-mccoy/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio - Roland](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-roland/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio - McKeithan](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-mckeithan/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio - Pantenburg](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-pantenburg/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio -  Cummings](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-cummings/)
- [2026 Winter Meeting Rural Pre-Conference Bio - Farrington](https://www.ncha.org/today-rural-pre-conference-bios-farrington/)
- [Rural Workforce Development Grant](https://www.ncha.org/rural-workforce-grant-2023/) - Grant Overview The North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA) is committed to addressing the acute workforce issues faced by healthcare organizations in North Carolina. Lanes of work in our strategy include workplace violence, pipeline development, retention and burnout. We are continually promoting opportunities to support our members and look for ways to bolster their internal efforts,
- [AccessHealth NC](https://www.ncha.org/accesshealthnc/) - Networks of Care for Low-Income, Uninsured AccessHealth NC includes 18 community-based networks of care across the state providing access to coordinated primary and specialty healthcare services for the low-income, uninsured population. Networks, funded in part by The Duke Endowment, are composed of a broad range of healthcare providers and other health-related resources working in collaboration
- [NCHA Committee Policies and Procedures](https://www.ncha.org/committees-policies-and-procedures/) - NCHA committees are based on specific topic areas that require sustained action by the Association. NCHA management may create new member policy committees in policy priority areas that are approved by the Board for the annual legislative and policy priorities. NCHA task forces are like policy committees with the exception that they are limited in
- [Prospective Partners](https://www.ncha.org/prospective-partners/) - Are you a member health system with an unmet need? Do you have a business solution for NCHA and our members? NCHA has designed a thorough process to match member needs with potential business solutions. We call it Solution Station.
- [2026 Boards](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/boards-2/) - NCHA Board of Trustees Executive Committee Members Bert Beard, MBA, MHAChief Executive OfficerMaria Parham Health, a Duke LifePoint Hospital, Henderson Kelli FerryDeputy Chief Legal Officer, Senior Vice PresidentNovant Health, Charlotte Tom Gough, MHAExecutive Vice President and Chief Operating OfficerWakeMed Health and Hospitals, Raleigh John Green, FACHEPresident and Chief Executive OfficerIredell Health System, Statesville Philip Greene,
- [Support the NCHF](https://www.ncha.org/give/) - This year marks the sixth successful year of the Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program. This program has been a success because of YOU, our mentors, program alumni, and supporters of this program. As you know, our program includes individualized executive mentoring, monthly leadership sessions, peer learning groups, and a capstone project. To date, the program
- [Sponsors & Exhibitors](https://www.ncha.org/sponsors-exhibitors/) - Attendance at NCHA membership meetings is limited to representatives of businesses that are participating as a sponsor or exhibitor. A trade show at NCHA’s annual Summer Membership Meeting offers an opportunity to network with member hospital and health system CEOs and other senior management. To attend the Summer Meeting, vendors must register as a Corporate
- [NCHF Programs](https://www.ncha.org/foundation-programs/) - The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation fosters collaboration between health systems and other organizations to improve healthcare delivery and community health outcomes. Learn more about our current initiatives below.
- [Robeson County Social Impact Mini Grants](https://www.ncha.org/robeson-county-social-impact-mini-grants/) - Learn more about the Social Impact Mini Grant Recipients below. Reach out to social.impact@ncha.org to learn more.
- [Transparency](https://www.ncha.org/nc-transparency-act-required-data-submission/) - New federal price transparency laws require hospitals and insurance carriers to provide healthcare cost information online, which includes posting machine-readable files with a variety of different rate information, as well as a consumer-friendly display of rate information for at least 300 shoppable services. Click here for links to NC hospital and health system price transparency pages.
- [Hospital Assessment Report (SFY25 Q4)](https://www.ncha.org/hospital-assessment-report-sfy25-q4/) - Updated August 2025
- [Member Map](https://www.ncha.org/member-map/)
- [Newsletter Sign Up Landing Page](https://www.ncha.org/newsletter-sign-up-landing-page/)
- [Support the Stephen J. Lawler Leadership in Healthcare Scholarship](https://www.ncha.org/give-leadership-in-healthcare-scholarship/) - Help us honor the legacy of Steve Lawler, NCHA's CEO Emeritus, by contributing to the Stephen J. Lawler Leadership in Healthcare Scholarship. This annual scholarship celebrates Steve’s dedication to leadership, innovation, and service in healthcare. Your donation will empower future healthcare leaders to continue his mission of making a meaningful impact on the health of
- [Newsletter Sign Up](https://www.ncha.org/newsletter-sign-up/) - Click on the links below to sign up for NCHA's various member newsletters. NewsLinks Daily healthcare news delivered to your inbox. Includes NCHA member, North Carolina, and national news highlights. Want to see your hospital featured? Email us at newslinks@ncha.org. NewsLine Weekly news roundup for NCHA members. Contains updates from the American Hospital Association and
- [Continuing Education](https://www.ncha.org/continuing-education/) - NCHA offers a variety of continuing education programs for clinical, financial and administrative professionals. Programs are offered in person and via webinar. Continuing Education Credit offerings: Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Continuing Education Unit (CEU) American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) If you have a suggestion for continuing education credits that are not currently available, please
- [NCHA Advocacy Day](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-advocacy-day/) - Join us in Raleigh for NCHA Advocacy Day to connect with lawmakers and champion policies that support hospitals, patients and healthier communities.The day will begin with a briefing at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences to review legislative priorities for the 2025 long session and provide an orientation on effective advocacy. Afterward, attendees will head to the North Carolina General Assembly for scheduled
- [Anthony Okunak](https://www.ncha.org/anthony-okunak/)
- [Tatyana Kelly](https://www.ncha.org/tatyana-kelly/)
- [LaPonda Edmondson](https://www.ncha.org/laponda-edmondson/)
- [Nicholle Karim](https://www.ncha.org/nicholle-karim/)
- [Jessica Lewis](https://www.ncha.org/jessica-lewis/)
- [Josh Dobson](https://www.ncha.org/josh-dobson-ceo/)
- [Jody Fleming](https://www.ncha.org/jody-fleming/)
- [Doug Heron](https://www.ncha.org/doug-heron/)
- [Data & Analytics](https://www.ncha.org/data-programs/) - NCHA collects and analyzes data on behalf of our members to support public health, inform advocacy and policy decisions, improve healthcare quality, and advance healthcare delivery. Community Benefits NCHA collects Community Benefits data on behalf of members annually. Each healthcare system reports Community Benefits for hospitals in their system. This template can be used to
- [Bill Tracker](https://www.ncha.org/bill-tracker-2/)
- [Hospital HASP Report](https://www.ncha.org/assessment_invoice/) - Updated January 2025.
- [Home Hospital - State Resources](https://www.ncha.org/home-hospital-state-resources/) - Home Hospital is a promising model for healthcare organizations to deliver hospital-level treatment in a patient’s home. It is a safe and effective alternative to acute hospital care. As hospitals treat more acute patients in their homes, potential patients with limited internet access are increasingly missing out. Furthermore, organizations developing programs will need consistent reimbursement to
- [Medicaid Managed Care](https://www.ncha.org/medicaid_managed_care/) - Medicaid is an important program which ensures that the state’s vulnerable population receives needed care. Hospitals and health systems remain committed to our mission of delivering quality healthcare to the communities we serve. Since 2011, North Carolina hospitals have increased financial support for Medicaid and uninsured patients, strengthening access and preserving the healthcare safety net.
- [Telehealth Resources](https://www.ncha.org/telehealthresources/) - North Carolina’s hospitals and health systems support further protecting patients’ rights for telehealth coverage and expansion of broadband access to bring healthcare to every community. The role of telehealth cannot be overstated in bringing care to communities that would otherwise be cut off from care. Telehealth has been a critical component of health care during
- [Tax Treatment Resources](https://www.ncha.org/tax-treatment-resources/) - North Carolina’s not for profit hospitals and health systems support the current non-profit sales and property tax laws and also support efforts to exempt non-profits from paying sales taxes. In return for being exempt from certain taxes, non-profit hospitals have a special responsibility to deliver a variety of benefits to serve the needs of their
- [Assignment of Benefits Resources](https://www.ncha.org/aob/) - North Carolina’s hospitals and health systems support measures to ensure that providers are reimbursed for care provided to patients who have insurance coverage and that patients are held harmless when an out of network provider is seen at an in-network facility. Protect patients from getting caught in the billing cycle by enforcing assignments of benefits,
- [Graduate Medical Education Resources](https://www.ncha.org/gmeresources/) - Every North Carolinian deserves access to highly trained doctors. North Carolina should continue funding medical education programs and explore ways to draw down more of our Federal tax dollars to add more slots to train medical students. NCHA supports state and federal funding of medical education programs to increase the number of slots available to
- [Behavioral Health Resources](https://www.ncha.org/bhresources/) - Everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare, which includes behavioral health care. North Carolina’s hospitals and health systems support policies that improve access regardless of insurance status and address the root causes of inequality for behavioral health patients. NCHA advocates for policies that: Fully fund all existing in-patient facilities, including the 3-way bed program for uninsured
- [Hurricane Helene Recovery Resources](https://www.ncha.org/hurricane-helene-recovery-resources/) - Hurricane Helene has devastated communities and infrastructure in Western North Carolina, leaving behind catastrophic flooding, landslides, and wind damage. Our thoughts are with the friends, families, and colleagues directly impacted. While the road to recovery will be long, NCHA is heartened by the tireless efforts of first responders, healthcare workers, government officials, and community organizations.
- [2024 Voting Resources](https://www.ncha.org/voting-resources/) - The 2024 General Election is coming up soon. During the 2020 General Election, 75% of North Carolinians voted, but there is still potential to improve voter turnout in North Carolina. Make sure your voice is heard this year. To help you prepare to get out the vote, NCHA has pulled together the following information and
- [Emergency Management](https://www.ncha.org/emergency-management/) - Hospitals respond to emergencies 24/7/365 Having a hospital at the ready to respond to disasters and address the needs of ailing citizens is essential. Hospitals and health systems must maintain trained personnel, specialized equipment and supplies to prepare for any emergency, no matter how small or large. The North Carolina Hospital Emergency Management Council, affiliated
- [HASP](https://www.ncha.org/hasp-2/) - North Carolinians rely on their community hospitals to provide the care they need when they need it. The Healthcare Access and Stabilization Program (HASP) allows North Carolina’s hospitals to pay for the non-federal share costs of Medicaid expansion, while also growing provider participation in Medicaid and strengthening vulnerable rural hospitals. It also provides hospitals a predictable
- [Rural Hospitals](https://www.ncha.org/rural-hospitals/) - References Rural Hospitals Overview. Rural Health Information Hub (RHI). July 2023. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/topics/hospitals North Carolina Healthcare Association Patient Data System (NCHA PDS). July 2023. The Economic Contributions of North Carolina’s Health Systems and Hospitals. RTI International.December 2022. https://www.ncha.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/NCHA_Economic_Impact_Report_22-1.pdf 2022 North Carolina Rural Health Snapshot. North Carolina Rural Health Association. https://foundationhli.org/wp-content/uploads/NC-Rural-Snapshot-Report-2022-FINAL.pdf Making Sense of the New “Urban Areas”
- [NCHA Mutual Aid Agreement](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-mutual-aid-agreement/) - NCHA Mutual Aid Agreement The NCHA Mutual Aid Agreement (MAA) is a voluntary written arrangement among signatory hospitals to promote effective utilization of hospital resources in the event of disaster. A Mutual Aid Agreement and the draft Standard Operating Guide for use by affected and supporting hospitals can be found on this page. The term of the
- [NCHF SharePoint Links with Fuller Links](https://www.ncha.org/nchf-sharepoint-links-2/)
- [Benefit for Better Health 2024](https://www.ncha.org/b4bh23/) - Join us for the 4th annual Benefit for Better Health on Thursday, July 18th, 2024 at the Omni Grove Park Inn! With exciting raffle and auction prizes, fantastic food, and live music, it will be a night to remember. Proceeds support the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation, 501(c)3 charitable arm of the North Carolina Healthcare Association.
- [Workforce](https://www.ncha.org/workforce/) - Creating and sustaining the healthcare workforce is essential to providing compassionate and quality care across our state. The recent pandemic exacerbated long-standing workforce challenges and added pressure to an already strained workforce. NCHA supports comprehensive solutions addressing the entire pipeline, from preparing tomorrow’s healthcare leaders through world-class education programs to bolstering the resiliency of today’s
- [NCHF SharePoint Links](https://www.ncha.org/nchf-sharepoint-links/)
- [HASP Member Updates](https://www.ncha.org/hasp-member-updates/) - Updated May 2024.
- [NC Medicaid Expansion & Tailored Plan Toolkits: What You Need to Know](https://www.ncha.org/nc-medicaid-toolkit-what-you-need-to-know/) - Beginning December 1, 2023, more than 600,000 North Carolinians are now able to get health coverage through NC Medicaid. NC Medicaid covers eligible people ages 19 through 64 years. North Carolinians may be able to get health care coverage through Medicaid even if they didn’t qualify before. Medicaid pays for doctor visits, yearly check-ups, emergency
- [Home Hospital - Federal Resources](https://www.ncha.org/home-hospital-federal-resources/) - Home Hospital is a promising model for healthcare organizations to deliver hospital-level treatment in a patient’s home. It is a safe and effective alternative to acute hospital care. A waiver from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) enabled hospitals to be paid for Home Hospital during the pandemic and boosted uptake of the program
- [Hospital assessment and IGT projections for SFY 2025](https://www.ncha.org/hospital-assessment-and-igt-projections-for-sfy-2025/) - Updated April 2024.
- [Search](https://www.ncha.org/search/)
- [2024 Legislative Session Analysis](https://www.ncha.org/2023-legislative-session-analysis/) - Updated April 2024.
- [AMS - Staff Easy Links Table](https://www.ncha.org/staff-easy-links-table-2-2/) - [table id=53 /]
- [Healthcare Worker Diversion Prevention Toolkit](https://www.ncha.org/diversion/) - Healthcare professionals are not exempt from experiencing a mental health challenge or substance use disorder. In fact, working in a fast-paced, intense environment coupled with responding to traumatic events may increase the likelihood of developing mental health challenges. In some situations, healthcare professionals may have access to controlled substances on the job, creating a situation
- [NCHA Emergency Department Opioid Treatment Pathway](https://www.ncha.org/ncha-emergency-department-opioid-treatment-pathway/) - The NC DHHS, Division of Public Health’s Injury and Violence Prevention Branch collects data and monthly surveillance reports. To learn more about opioid overdose deaths, opioid-related hospitalizations, and ED visits — by county and on the state as a whole — visit DPH’s data surveillance and navigation page here. To hear an overview of the ED Opioid Treatment Pathway and how to use it, click here for
- [Patient Education & Prevention](https://www.ncha.org/patient-education-prevention/) - The Prevention and Safe Pain Management working group, part of the Coalition for Model Opioid Practices in Health Systems, with funding from the Division of Public Health Injury and Violence Prevention Branch created materials for patients and prescribers. These materials promote safe pain management and storage for patients prescribed an opioid and strategies for preventing
- [Standard Opioid Prescribing Schedules Toolkit](https://www.ncha.org/sops-toolkit/) - Hospitals have an enormous opportunity to ensure safe prescribing of opioids is institutionalized through standard opioid prescribing schedules (SOPS). The North Carolina Healthcare Foundation has created a Standard Opioid Prescribing Schedules Toolkit based on the data-driven and highly successful model created by UNC Health. This new toolkit offers hospitals standards to adopt across 90 SOPS — populations including
- [Emergency Department Buprenorphine Treatment](https://www.ncha.org/emergency-department-buprenorphine-pilot-program-a-toolkit-for-north-carolina-hospitals/) - An emergency department (ED) visit is a critical point where patients with an opioid use disorder can be introduced to life-saving treatments that serve as a gateway to recovery. Medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), including opioid agonist (such as methadone) and partial agonist (such as buprenorphine) medications, has been identified as the gold
- [NORTH CAROLINA STANDARDIZED EMERGENCY ALERTS](https://www.ncha.org/north-carolina-standardized-emergency-alerts/) - Standardized emergency notifications promote safety and reduce harm by quickly communicating emergencies and mobilizing expert assistance. The need to standardize emergency alerts had been recognized by hospital emergency management staff, especially in communities with more than one hospital or adjacent to nearby states. Legislation requiring hospitals to standardize emergency alerts was introduced during the 2013 session
- [2023 Final HASP Reconciliation](https://www.ncha.org/2023-final-hasp-reconciliation/) - Updated March 2024.
- [Cumulative Risk Analysis- needs short code update](https://www.ncha.org/cumulative-risk/) - Updated January 2023.
- [2023 Medicaid Expansion and HASP Assessment Analysis](https://www.ncha.org/assessment-estimate/) - Updated October 2023.
- [Staff Directory](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/staff-directory/)
- [Block Kitchen Sink](https://www.ncha.org/block-test/) - H2 Heading H3 Heading H4 Heading H5 Heading H6 Heading Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry's standard dummy text ever since the 1500s, when an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type specimen book. It has survived
- [Workforce Links and Resources](https://www.ncha.org/workforce-resources/)
- [Equity of Care Delivery](https://www.ncha.org/equity-of-care/) - NCHA is undertaking a member-driven, multi-pronged approach to achieve equity of care in clinical settings by working together to tackle the systemic and enduring nature of health inequities in healthcare. The recently released NCHA Equity of Care Dashboard highlights the progress hospitals and health systems are making to improve health equity. Click here to read more about
- [Behavioral Health Initiatives](https://www.ncha.org/foundation-behavioral-health-initiatives/) - NCHA is working to identify, standardize and disseminate evidence-driven practice changes, while concurrently designing policy solutions to support implementation. Our work falls into the three broad objectives of: Preventing unnecessary emergency department visits Improving the flow and care of patients after ED arrival Promoting strong transitions into community-based care Behavioral health reform is one of
- [Medicaid Managed Care](https://www.ncha.org/medicaid-managed-care/) - Overview On July 1, 2021 North Carolina’s Medicaid program transitioned from a fee-for-service (FFS) delivery system to a managed care delivery system. Under the fee-for-service model, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reimbursed physicians and health care providers based on the number of services provided or the number of procedures ordered. This model
- [Value for Our Communities - data driven story](https://www.ncha.org/hospitals-value-2/) - North Carolina's hospitals and health systems are anchors in our communities, supporting the local economy as a major employer and as a healthcare safety net provider. Our state is home to some of the most advanced academic medical centers in the nation, where cutting-edge research is transforming medicine. A network of teaching hospitals supports training
- [State of Healthcare in NC 2022 Impact Report](https://www.ncha.org/impact-report/) - North Carolina’s hospitals and health systems do tremendous work every day to provide advanced, equitable and compassionate care that improves the health of individuals and communities. The State of Healthcare in North Carolina 2022 Impact Report describes how hospitals and health systems uplift families and communities by advancing access and innovation and by providing community benefits. It
- [Media Contacts](https://www.ncha.org/media-contacts/)
- [Rural Health](https://www.ncha.org/foundation-rural-health/) - We strive to create stable rural health services that meet the changing needs of North Carolina’s rural communities while demonstrating value to the overall system of care. This collaborative learning network, in partnership with the NC Office of Rural Health, aims to improve quality and safety of patient care by improving performance in inpatient and outpatient
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.ncha.org/privacy-policy/) - At the North Carolina Healthcare Association (NCHA), we respect the privacy of our web site visitors. The policy applies to www.ncha.org and other sites owned and operated by NCHA. Our Use of Personal and Non-Personal InformationNCHA may collect any content, record, or electronic communication of any kind, including Personally Identifiable Information, subject to applicable laws.
- [z-Managed Care Information - Delete](https://www.ncha.org/managed-care-info/) - Managed Care Information Hospital-specific Managed Care assessments and outpatient laboratory service impacts. Updated June 2021. Coming Soon.
- [Community Benefit](https://www.ncha.org/community-benefit/) - North Carolina communities are unique. The hospitals and health systems that serve these communities are equally so. That uniqueness extends to hospital policies for assisting patients with financial challenges. These policies, combined with each community’s demographics, greatly influence the amount of the local hospital’s charity care and other community benefits. Economic conditions among communities differ,
- [A History of Health Care in North Carolina – Celebrating NCHA's Centennial](https://www.ncha.org/our-history-celebrating-100-years/)
- [z-Healthcare Access and Stabilization Program - data driven story](https://www.ncha.org/hasp/) - North Carolina has an unprecedented opportunity to support the health of our most vulnerable citizens. Since 2020, our healthcare system has been under tremendous stress. Hospitals have used up their reserve funds to continue to operate and care for their communities. Federal funds are being made available to help. North Carolina can apply for these
- [Legislator Look-Up - from Voter Voice, needs code embedded](https://www.ncha.org/legislator-look-up/) - [vv_script page="directory"]
- [Balance / Surprise Billing - Federal Resources- short code update](https://www.ncha.org/federalbillingresources/) - Balance/Surprise Billing – Federal Resources North Carolina hospitals and health systems support improvements to the No Surprises Act independent dispute resolution (IDR) process — the process for settling billing disputes between insurers and providers. Hospitals and health systems across the United States report that payers consistently are not complying with IDR determinations. The delay in
- [White and Brown Bagging - State Resources](https://www.ncha.org/white-brown-bagging-state-resources/) - Some health insurance companies no longer permit healthcare providers to acquire and store a variety of drugs needed to treat their patients. Instead, the health insurers are demanding that providers accept drugs purchased and handled by their owned or affiliated pharmacies to use in patient care. In some cases, the providers are barred entirely from
- [Medicaid Expansion Analysis- needs short code update- Stephanie should we archive/delete since expansion has passed?](https://www.ncha.org/medicaid-expansion/) - Insert short code here for member login and download files. Updated March 2021.
- [Balance / Surprise Billing - State Resources- needs short code update](https://www.ncha.org/statebillingresources/) - NCHA supports federal efforts to protect patients from surprise bills and leveling the playing field between providers and insurance companies by encouraging private negotiations without government controls. On Dec. 28, 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 passed into law. It included the No Surprises Act, which seeks to protect patients from surprise medical bills in situations
- [Involuntary Commitment](https://www.ncha.org/ivc-bill-involuntary-commitment/) - Involuntary commitment is a legal process which mandates emergency medical care for someone’s behavioral health condition. Each state has an involuntary commitment process, and North Carolina’s law has not been updated in decades, leaving it unclear and subject to misuse. Changes to the law bring practices up to date and ensure patients receive the right
- [Outpatient Commitment](https://www.ncha.org/ivc-bill-outpatient-commitment/) - Outpatient commitment may be ordered when an individual does not meet the legal requirements for inpatient commitment but needs treatment in order to prevent further deterioration. Treatment occurs in the community and is court ordered to prevent the individual from becoming dangerous to themselves or others. Outpatient commitment occurs when a judge orders a person
- [Bill Tracker](https://www.ncha.org/bill-tracker/) - Needs to have embedded code to display the Bill tracker from Voter Voice: [vv_script page="bills"]
- [Voluntary Admission](https://www.ncha.org/ivc-bill-voluntary-admission/) - Not everyone experiencing a psychiatric crisis needs to be on an involuntary commitment order. An involuntary commitment order may be prevented if an individual voluntarily enters treatment. Click below to learn how Senate Bill 630: Revise IVC Laws changes to voluntary admissions.Allows facilities to disclose the time and location of admission and discharge to the patient’s next
- [NCHA Members](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/ncha-members/)
- [NCHA Members](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/ncha-members-2/) - AdventHealth Hendersonvillewww.adventhealth.comBrandon NuddPresident and CEO100 Hospital DrHendersonville NC, 28792-5272828-684-8501General Acute CareLicensed Beds: 103------------------------------Alleghany Healthwww.amhsparta.orgKathryn DobyCEO233 Doctors StSparta NC, 28675-9247336-372-5511General Acute CareLicensed Beds: 41------------------------------Angel Medical Centerwww.angelmed.orgClint Kendall, RNCEO and CNO124 One Center CourtFranklin NC, 28734828-524-8411General Acute CareLicensed Beds: 59------------------------------Appalachian Regional Behavioral Healthcare432 Hospital DrLinville , 28646------------------------------Ashe Memorial Hospitalwww.ashememorial.orgBrian YatesCEO200 Hospital AveJefferson NC, 28640-9244336-846-7101General Acute CareLicensed Beds:
- [Workforce Business Solutions](https://www.ncha.org/workforce-business-solutions/) - NCHA Strategic Partners (NCHASP) is committed to being the first resource healthcare providers turn to for access to workforce solutions. In the tabs below are NCHASP-vetted business solutions to help address workforce challenges. If you are an NCHA member health system with an unmet workforce need, please visit our Solution Station and let us help
- [Contact Us](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/contact-us/) - Email us at communications@ncha.org Address 5440 Wade Park Blvd, Suite 410Raleigh, NC 27607Directions Mail to: PO Box 4449, Cary, NC 27519-4449 Main: 919-677-2400Fax: 919-677-4200 Social Media X Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Flickr
- [Become a Member](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/ncha-members/become-a-member/) - Interested in becoming a member of the North Carolina Healthcare Association? We offer various membership types to best suit your organization. Traditionally, our membership has been comprised of hospitals and health systems with a presence in North Carolina. As of 2019, we are now accepting applications for additional types of members. NCHA provides Associate Membership
- [340B Drug Pricing Program](https://www.ncha.org/340b-drug-discount-program/) - The 340B Federal Drug Pricing Program expands access to affordable medications to low-income populations by supporting the operations of healthcare safety net providers. The program was created in 1992 with the enactment of Public Law 102-585 of the Veterans Health Care Act. The passage of the Affordable Care Act in 2010 opened new opportunities within
- [Grassroots Advocacy](https://www.ncha.org/grassroots-advocacy/) - We need you to join in our efforts to build a healthier tomorrow in North Carolina by shaping the debate for both state and national healthcare-related issues. Both Congress and the state legislature debate issues each session affecting healthcare on a daily basis. These include Medicaid and Medicare funding, healthcare access and coverage, hospital regulations,
- [Member Resources](https://www.ncha.org/member-resources/) - The personal interactions between you and your government officials at both the state and federal levels can make a real difference. From voting to sharing information with others in your community, we invite you to be a part of spreading the news about the great work of North Carolina’s hospitals and healthcare systems. By getting
- [Member Map](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/ncha-members/member-map/)
- [About Us](https://www.ncha.org/about-us/)

## Programs

- [Social Impact Program](https://www.ncha.org/programs/social-impact-program/) - NCHF is facilitating hospital-community partnerships to improve health outcomes through community-led, systems-level solutions and sustainable collaborative investments.
- [Model Opioid Practices](https://www.ncha.org/programs/model-opioid-practices/) - NCHF is working with partners to improve care pathways and to identify and disseminate model opioid practices for providers.
- [Rural Workforce Initiative](https://www.ncha.org/programs/rural-workforce-initiative/) - NCHF, in partnership with Bank of America, is launching a statewide initiative to strengthen the rural healthcare workforce pipeline for Critical Access Hospitals and Tier 1 communities by expanding training opportunities, improving recruitment and retention, and supporting long term workforce stability. Building on existing efforts led by NCHF and NCHA, the initiative will coordinate strategies that prepare students for
- [Maternal Health Action Network](https://www.ncha.org/programs/maternal-health-action-network/) - Led by the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), the Maternal Health Action Network (MHAN) served as a collaborative space for North Carolina Healthcare Association members to explore evidence-based strategies and interventions that enhance maternity care access across North Carolina. Throughout the initiative, MHAN aligned with NCHF’s aim to remove structural and financial barriers to care
- [Hospital and FQHC Collaboration Initiative  ](https://www.ncha.org/programs/hospital-and-fqhc-collaboration-initiative/) - Supported through The Leon Levine Foundation, this initiative aims to strengthen collaboration between hospitals and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) by aligning their complementary roles in primary, preventive, specialty, and emergency services. Building on successful partnerships already operating in North Carolina, NCHF is engaging strong existing hospital–FQHC partnerships to expand access to care through deepened coordination, enhanced data sharing, exploration of
- [Diverse Healthcare Leaders Mentorship Program](https://www.ncha.org/programs/mentorship-program/) - NCHA supports a nine-month-long mentorship program to connect leaders who are willing to share their knowledge and experience to inspire and equip high-achieving women and men from underrepresented communities to the next level in their career development.
- [Care Access and Transformation Community](https://www.ncha.org/programs/care-access-and-transformation-community/) - Led by the North Carolina Healthcare Foundation (NCHF), the Care Access and Transformation Community (CATCh) brought together North Carolina Healthcare Association members to explore strategies and interventions that improve care access and support transformation across the healthcare delivery system. Throughout the initiative, CATCh aligned with NCHF’s aim to remove structural and financial barriers to care
- [Bridge to Health](https://www.ncha.org/programs/bridge-to-health/) - The Bridge to Health model is a proactive, collaborative population health approach designed to engage the highest-need, most complex patients, reduce avoidable utilization, and improve outcomes and associated costs through community-driven care. This model demonstrates that meeting patients where they are — outside hospital walls, in the community — reduces costs, prevents suffering, and empowers patients. By leveraging data, collaboration, and
- [Legacy Programs](https://www.ncha.org/programs/legacy-programs/) - Learn more about NCHF’s past projects and programs.
- [Advancing Access: Housing as a Driver of Health ](https://www.ncha.org/programs/advancing-access-housing-as-a-driver-of-health/) - NCHF is working with Wells Fargo to ensure that housing cost burden doesn't keep people from being able to access care.
- [Small Rural Hospital Improvement Program](https://www.ncha.org/programs/critical-access-hospital-quality-improvement-program/) - NCHA supports the implementation of small, rural hospital improvement projects for 33 small, rural hospitals through the Small Rural Hospital Improvement Grant Program (SHIP).
- [Critical Access Hospital Quality Improvement Program](https://www.ncha.org/programs/critical-access-hospital-quality-improvement-program-2/) - This collaborative learning network, in partnership with the NC Office of Rural Health, aims to improve quality and safety of patient care by improving performance in inpatient and outpatient core measures, certain care transition measures and patient scores.
- [Healthy People, Healthy Carolinas](https://www.ncha.org/programs/healthy-people-healthy-carolinas/) - Healthy People, Healthy Carolinas is a community-based approach to addressing chronic health issues, such as unhealthy weight, diabetes and heart disease.

## Partners

- [Camacho Consulting](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/camacho-consulting/) - Camacho Consulting specializes in customized security and workplace violence solutions for healthcare facilities. They assess policies, create comprehensive programs, and adapt to unique needs and budget constraints.
- [Bamboo Health](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/bamboohealth/) - Bamboo Health, the leader in Real-Time Care Intelligence™, delivers actionable insights on a patient’s physical, behavioral, and social health – empowering healthcare professionals to provide the right care at the right time for the right outcomes.
- [Aidin](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/aidin/) - Aidin is a care transition intelligence platform that helps health systems reduce length of stay, unlock capacity, and improve care quality by enabling faster, more consistent transitions to the best provider. We do this by aligning care management, post-acute partners, payers, and IT around shared accountability and real-time insights—so care teams can eliminate avoidable delays
- [BatteryXchange](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/batteryxchange/) - BatteryXchange is a mobile energy platform that provides patients access to free untethered fast chargers via kiosks that act as large digital billboards. At the same time, hospital systems can generate advertising revenue while utilizing our digital screens and web application. View the BatteryXchange Website
- [Vizient](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/vizient/) - Supply cost management - All classes of trade. Vizient serves thousands of healthcare organizations across the nation connecting them with the knowledge, solutions and expertise that accelerate performance to ensure they deliver exceptional, cost-effective care.
- [TOOTRiS](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/tootris/) - TOOTRiS Child Care benefits offer exponential ROI while providing higher retention, recruiting, and productivity, with zero HR admin burden.
- [SunRx](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/sunrx/) - SUNRx is the industry innovator in managing 340B programs that expand access to affordable medications, provide financial benefits to the hospital and its uninsured, and meet the highest levels of regulatory compliance.
- [RetroCheck](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/retrocheck/) - RetroCheck helps hospitals uncover hidden Medicaid revenue and meet compliance with North Carolina’s HASP debt forgiveness program. Through its dual-service model, RetroCheck identifies Medicaid-eligible accounts both for reimbursement within the 365-day lookback window and for forgiveness under the state’s HASP requirements. Trusted by hospitals across North Carolina, RetroCheck delivers ongoing monthly reviews, expert compliance support,
- [Qualivis](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/qualivis/) - Qualivis specializes in supplemental staffing by providing qualified, pre-approved nursing and allied health professionals. Formerly Healthcare Staffing Services, Qualivis partners with over 100 local, regional, and national staffing agencies to provide access to qualified, credentialed healthcare professionals.
- [Omnigo Software](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/omnigo-software/) - Omnigo provides advanced safety and security software for 550+ healthcare networks, enabling easy protection of people and property by security professionals.
- [North Carolina Telehealth Network Association](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/nctelehealthnetworkassociation/) - The North Carolina Telehealth Network Association (NCTNA) is a dynamic, member-led nonprofit that works to connect and empower North Carolina’s public and non-profit healthcare providers with medical-grade broadband connectivity services. As a telehealth consortium led by industry experts, NCTNA specializes in two areas that can be challenging to navigate alone: broadband connectivity and federally funded
- [NCHA Strategic Partners Workers’ Compensation Fund](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/ncha-workers-compensation-fund-inc/) - NCHA partners with Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. to offer workers’ compensation coverage and management services. In 2021, the NCHA Strategic Partners Workers’ Compensation Fund announced that its members will receive more than $1.2 million in distributions, normally called dividends, based upon favorable operating results.
- [Medicporter](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/medicporter/) - Medicporter is a centralized platform designed to streamline medical transport coordination, reduce delays, improve hospital workflows, and ensure patients receive timely care. By connecting hospitals and transport providers on a single, real-time platform, Medicporter enhances efficiency, improves patient outcomes, and drives cost savings across the healthcare system.
- [MCAG](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/mcag/) - MCAG is a class action settlement expert, who has distributed hundreds of millions in cash to their clients through their Settlement Recovery Service. They help more than 1,000 health providers to streamline the filing process and secure recoveries from class action settlements.
- [Intelassist](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/intelassist/) - Intelassist is a remote staffing organization that connects healthcare organizations worldwide with skilled professionals from Manila, Philippines. Since 2007, Intelassist has been sourcing, training, and retaining top-tier talent dedicated to each of its partners.
- [Hospital Services Corporation (HSC)](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/hospital-services-corporation-hsc/) - HSC, is a credentials verification organization (CVO) with the experience and expertise to offer individual or combined program benefits verifying and enrolling your providers quickly, ensuring faster treatment and reimbursement with your contracted payers. Hospital Services Corporation provides the following Services: Credentials Verification: Hospital Services Corporation’s system and team expertise go beyond automation to solve
- [Glass Box Medicine](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/glass-box-medicine/) - Discover how Glass Box Medicine guides healthcare organizations through AI implementation with expert consulting, safety assessments, and strategic development.
- [Emmitec Health](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/emmitec-health/) - EMMI Technologies is a U.S. - based healthcare technology company providing Emmitec Health, a modular Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and virtual care platform designed to support hospitals, health systems, and rural providers. Emmitec Health helps organizations reduce preventable readmissions, extend care safely beyond hospital walls, and strengthen financial sustainability through CMS-aligned reimbursement models. The platform supports CPT-based Provides Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and virtual care
- [Cyrano Video](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/cyrano/) - Cyrano is a revolutionary video solution that enables hospitals across the country to effortlessly create, manage, and distribute multimedia content to their staff, patients, and local communities. With Cyrano, hospitals can achieve a level of cost-efficiency and scalability that was previously unimaginable
- [Commerce Healthcare](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/commercehealthcare/) - The healthcare industry comes with its own unique challenges, so Commerce Bank builds products and services made for hospitals, medical offices and small practices. Commerce Bank can help simplify revenue, improve financial efficiency and reduce expenses. Its automated A/P solution allows hospitals to pay vendors electronically and receive a revenue share on total spend.
- [Marsh McLennan Agency](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/marsh-mclennan-agency/) - The Marsh & McLennan Agency offers full-service employee benefit design and consulting. It specializes in customized plans for healthcare organizations that enhance business strategies, core values and culture.
- [AblePay](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/ablepay/) - AblePay is the next generation patient financial engagement tool that dramatically increases patient revenue, collection efficiency, and the overall patient experience. Key Benefits: Prompt payment in 14 days, with no recourse. Patients/families save up to 13% or extend over time with savings or 0% interest. No patient denied along with no credit checks or propensity
- [iHLTH](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/ihlth/) - iHLTH is redefining access to lab testing by delivering fast, affordable, and convenient services nationwide. From drug testing and wellness screenings to genetic insights and beyond, iHLTH empowers individuals and organizations with the information they need to make smarter health decisions. Why this partnership makes sense for NCHA members: Streamlined employee screening and compliance supportFor
- [Qualify Health](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/qualify-health/) - Qualify Health provides hospitals with a unique value proposition with risk-free adoption. They automate philanthropic matching. Their product automatically finds and matches financial assistance to patient bills for past-due and net new treatments and drugs. Hospitals working with the underinsured and uninsured lower administrative burdens, recover revenue, and reduce bad debt while enhancing patient care. Unlike competitors, hospital teams don’t
- [Global Bridge Pharmaceutical](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/global-bridge-pharmaceutical/) - Global Bridge Pharmaceutical is a pharmacist-led, FDA-registered, and DSCSA-compliant pharmaceutical distributor focused on helping hospitals strengthen supply chain resilience during drug shortages and supply disruptions. Global Bridge supports healthcare organizations by providing compliant access to alternative FDA-registered supply sources beyond primary wholesalers and GPO contracts when hospitals face allocations, backorders, or urgent procurement needs. Their
- [NC MedAssist](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/nc-medassist/) - Learn more and connect directly with NC MedAssist, here. NC MedAssist is the only statewide nonprofit pharmacy in North Carolina, working as a stabilizing force in the healthcare ecosystem by removing barriers to medication access before they become medical crises. By providing free prescription and over-the-counter medications, patient support, and community outreach, NC MedAssist helps
- [CloudWave](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/cloudwave/) - CloudWave focuses on cybersecurity for healthcare by monitoring and detecting threats, and helping healthcare organizations prepare for, assess, and respond to cybersecurity threats.
- [Capstone Health Alliance](https://www.ncha.org/strategic-partners/capstone-health-alliance/) - NCHA Strategic Partners and Capstone Health Alliance are partnering to allow members access to strategic agreements and an array of business partners from both organizations.

## Members

- [Washington Regional Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=washington-regional-medical-center)
- [Wilson Medical Center, A Duke Lifepoint Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=wilson-medical-center-a-duke-lifepoint-hospital)
- [Randolph Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=randolph-health)
- [Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-brunswick-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Community Hospital of Stokes](https://www.ncha.org/?members=lifebrite-community-hospital-of-stokes)
- [Frye Regional Medical Center, A Duke LifePoint Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=frye-regional-medical-center-a-duke-lifepoint-hospital)
- [UNC Health Wayne](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-wayne)
- [Granville Health System](https://www.ncha.org/?members=granville-health-system)
- [Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist High Point Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-wake-forest-baptist-high-point-medical-center)
- [Cone Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cone-health)
- [Atrium Health Stanly](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-stanly)
- [UNC Hospitals](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-hospitals)
- [UNC Health Rockingham](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-rockingham)
- [UNC Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health)
- [Triangle Springs](https://www.ncha.org/?members=triangle-springs-hospital)
- [Select Specialty Hospital - Durham](https://www.ncha.org/?members=select-specialty-hospital-durham)
- [Rutherford Regional Health System, Duke LifePoint Healthcare](https://www.ncha.org/?members=rutherford-regional-health-system-duke-lifepoint-healthcare)
- [Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-thomasville-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-presbyterian-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-charlotte-orthopedic-hospital)
- [Haywood Regional Medical Center, A Duke LifePoint Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=haywood-regional-medical-center-a-duke-lifepoint-hospital)
- [FirstHealth Montgomery Memorial Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=firsthealth-montgomery-memorial-hospital)
- [Duke Regional Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=duke-regional-hospital)
- [Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=lake-norman-regional-medical-center)
- [Duke Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=duke-health)
- [DaVita](https://www.ncha.org/?members=davita)
- [Cone Health Wesley Long Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cone-health-wesley-long-hospital)
- [Cone Health Moses Cone Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cone-health-moses-cone-hospital)
- [Cone Health Behavioral Health Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=28494)
- [Cone Health Annie Penn Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cone-health-annie-penn-hospital)
- [Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cone-health-alamance-regional-medical-center)
- [Central Regional Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=central-regional-hospital)
- [Cape Fear Valley Central Harnett Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=central-harnett-hospital)
- [Brynn Marr Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=brynn-marr-hospital)
- [Cape Fear Valley Betsy Johnson Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=betsy-johnson-hospital)
- [Atrium Health Behavioral Health - Charlotte](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-behavioral-health)
- [AdventHealth Polk](https://www.ncha.org/?members=st-lukes-hospital)
- [AdventHealth Hendersonville](https://www.ncha.org/?members=adventhealth-hendersonville)
- [Fellowship Hall](https://www.ncha.org/?members=fellowship-hall-2)
- [Peak Rehabilitation](https://www.ncha.org/?members=peak-rehabilitation)
- [Wilmington Treatment Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=wilmington-treatment-center)
- [WakeMed Apex Healthplex](https://www.ncha.org/?members=wakemed-apex-healthplex)
- [UNC Health Blue Ridge Valdese](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-blue-ridge-valdese-2)
- [CaroMont Regional Medical Center-Belmont](https://www.ncha.org/?members=caromont-regional-medical-center-belmont)
- [Atrium Health Behavioral Health Davidson](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-behavioral-health-davidson)
- [Iredell Davis](https://www.ncha.org/?members=davis-regional-medical-center)
- [Atrium Health Levine Children's Brenner Children's Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-wake-forest-baptist-brenner-childrens-hospital)
- [Watauga Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=watauga-medical-center)
- [WakeMed North Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=wakemed-north-hospital)
- [WakeMed Cary Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=wakemed-cary-hospital)
- [UNC Health Rex Holly Springs Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-rex-holly-springs-hospital)
- [UNC Health Rex](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-rex)
- [UNC Health Pardee](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-pardee)
- [UNC Health Nash](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-nash)
- [UNC Health Johnston Clayton](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-johnston-clayton)
- [UNC Health Johnston](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-johnston)
- [UNC Health Chatham](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-chatham)
- [UNC Health Care Hillsborough](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-care-hillsborough)
- [UNC Health Blue Ridge](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-blue-ridge)
- [UNC Health Appalachian](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-appalachian)
- [Surgical Care Affiliates: SCA](https://www.ncha.org/?members=surgical-care-affiliates-sca)
- [Sentara Albemarle Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=sentara-albemarle-medical-center)
- [Select Specialty Hospital Greensboro](https://www.ncha.org/?members=select-specialty-hospital-greensboro)
- [Novant Health Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliate of Encompass Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-rehabilitation-hospital-an-affiliate-of-encompass-health)
- [Novant Health Matthews Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-matthews-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-kernersville-medical-center)
- [Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-new-hanover-regional-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-forsyth-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Clemmons Medical Center and Medical Park Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-clemmons-medical-center-and-medical-park-hospital)
- [Northern Regional Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=northern-regional-hospital)
- [Mission Hospital McDowell](https://www.ncha.org/?members=mission-hospital-mcdowell)
- [Mission Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=mission-hospital)
- [Holly Hill Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=holly-hill-hospital)
- [FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital - Richmond](https://www.ncha.org/?members=firsthealth-moore-regional-hospital-richmond)
- [FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital - Hoke](https://www.ncha.org/?members=firsthealth-moore-regional-hospital-hoke)
- [ECU Health North Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health-north-hospital)
- [ECU Health Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health-medical-center)
- [ECU Health Beaufort Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health-beaufort-hospital)
- [ECU Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health)
- [Duke University Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=duke-university-hospital)
- [Coastal Plain Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=coastal-plain-hospital)
- [Cherry Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cherry-hospital)
- [Charlotte Surgery Center - Museum Campus](https://www.ncha.org/?members=charlotte-surgery-center-museum-campus)
- [Charles George VA Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=charles-george-va-medical-center)
- [WakeMed Raleigh Campus](https://www.ncha.org/?members=wakemed-raleigh-campus)
- [WakeMed Health & Hospitals](https://www.ncha.org/?members=wakemed-health-hospitals)
- [UNC Health Southeastern](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-southeastern)
- [UNC Health Lenoir](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-lenoir)
- [UNC Health Caldwell](https://www.ncha.org/?members=unc-health-caldwell)
- [Transylvania Regional Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=transylvania-regional-hospital)
- [The Eye Surgery Center of the Carolinas](https://www.ncha.org/?members=the-eye-surgery-center-of-the-carolinas)
- [Swain Community Hospital, A Duke LifePoint Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=swain-community-hospital-a-duke-lifepoint-hospital)
- [Scotland Health Care System](https://www.ncha.org/?members=scotland-health-care-system)
- [Person Memorial Hospital, A Duke LifePoint Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=person-memorial-hospital-a-duke-lifepoint-hospital)
- [PAM Specialty Hospital of Rocky Mount](https://www.ncha.org/?members=pam-specialty-hospital-of-rocky-mount)
- [Onslow Memorial Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=onslow-memorial-hospital)
- [Old Vineyard Behavioral Health Services](https://www.ncha.org/?members=old-vineyard-behavioral-health-services)
- [Novant Health Rowan Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-rowan-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Pender Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-pender-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-mint-hill-medical-center)
- [Novant Health Medical Park Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-medical-park-hospital)
- [Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health-huntersville-medical-center)
- [Novant Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=novant-health)
- [North Carolina Specialty Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=north-carolina-specialty-hospital)
- [Mission Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=mission-health)
- [Maria Parham Health, Duke LifePoint Healthcare](https://www.ncha.org/?members=maria-parham-health-duke-lifepoint-healthcare)
- [Kindred Hospital Greensboro](https://www.ncha.org/?members=kindred-hospital-greensboro)
- [Iredell Health System](https://www.ncha.org/?members=iredell-health-system)
- [Hugh Chatham Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=hugh-chatham-health)
- [Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=highsmith-rainey-specialty-hospital)
- [Highlands-Cashiers Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=highlands-cashiers-hospital)
- [Harris Regional Hospital, A Duke LifePoint Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=harris-regional-hospital-a-duke-lifepoint-hospital)
- [Greensboro Specialty Surgical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=greensboro-specialty-surgical-center)
- [FirstHealth of the Carolinas](https://www.ncha.org/?members=firsthealth-of-the-carolinas)
- [FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=firsthealth-moore-regional-hospital)
- [Fayetteville VA Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=fayetteville-va-medical-center)
- [Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=erlanger-western-carolina-hospital)
- [ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health-roanoke-chowan-hospital)
- [ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health-edgecombe-hospital)
- [ECU Health Duplin Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health-duplin-hospital)
- [ECU Health Chowan Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health-chowan-hospital)
- [ECU Health Bertie Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ecu-health-bertie-hospital)
- [Duke Raleigh Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=duke-raleigh-hospital)
- [Dosher Memorial Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=dosher-memorial-hospital)
- [Columbus Regional Healthcare System](https://www.ncha.org/?members=columbus-regional-healthcare-system)
- [Cherokee Indian Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cherokee-indian-hospital)
- [Central Prison Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=central-prison-hospital)
- [Central Carolina Hospital, A Duke LifePoint Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=central-carolina-hospital-a-duke-lifepoint-hospital)
- [Catawba Valley Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=catawba-valley-medical-center)
- [Carteret Health Care](https://www.ncha.org/?members=carteret-health-care)
- [CaroMont Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=caromont-health)
- [Carolinas Rehabilitation-NorthEast](https://www.ncha.org/?members=carolinas-rehabilitation-northeast)
- [Carolinas Rehabilitation-Mount Holly](https://www.ncha.org/?members=carolinas-rehabilitation-mount-holly)
- [Carolinas Rehabilitation](https://www.ncha.org/?members=carolinas-rehabilitation)
- [Carolinas ContinueCARE Hospital at Pineville](https://www.ncha.org/?members=carolinas-continuecare-hospital-at-pineville)
- [CarolinaEast Health System](https://www.ncha.org/?members=carolinaeast-health-system)
- [Carolina Dunes Behavioral Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=carolina-dunes-behavioral-health)
- [CarePartners Rehabilitation Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=carepartners-rehabilitation-hospital)
- [Capstone Health Alliance](https://www.ncha.org/?members=capstone-health-alliance)
- [Cape Fear Valley Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cape-fear-valley-medical-center)
- [Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cape-fear-valley-hoke-hospital)
- [Cape Fear Valley Health System](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cape-fear-valley-health-system)
- [Cape Fear Valley Bladen Healthcare](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cape-fear-valley-bladen-healthcare)
- [Cannon Memorial Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cannon-memorial-hospital)
- [Broughton Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=broughton-hospital)
- [Blue Ridge Surgery Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=associate)
- [Blue Ridge Regional Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=blue-ridge-regional-hospital)
- [Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Wilkes Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-wake-forest-baptist-wilkes-medical-center)
- [Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-wake-forest-baptist-lexington-medical-center)
- [Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-wake-forest-baptist-davie-medical-center)
- [Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-wake-forest-baptist)
- [Atrium Health University City](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-university-city)
- [Atrium Health Union West](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-union-west)
- [Atrium Health Union](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-union)
- [Atrium Health Pineville](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-pineville)
- [Atrium Health Mercy](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-mercy)
- [Atrium Health Lincoln](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-lincoln)
- [Atrium Health Kings Mountain](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-kings-mountain)
- [Atrium Health Cleveland](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-cleveland)
- [Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-carolinas-medical-center)
- [Atrium Health Cabarrus](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-cabarrus)
- [Atrium Health Anson](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health-anson)
- [Atrium Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=atrium-health)
- [Ashe Memorial Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=ashe-memorial-hospital-inc)
- [Angel Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=angel-medical-center)
- [Alleghany Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=alleghany-memorial-hospital)
- [Sampson Regional Medical Center](https://www.ncha.org/?members=sampson-regional-medical-center)
- [Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=raleigh-oaks-behavioral-health-2)
- [Outer Banks Health](https://www.ncha.org/?members=outer-banks-health)
- [Duke LifePoint Healthcare](https://www.ncha.org/?members=duke-lifepoint-healthcare)
- [Cone Health Children's & Women's Center at Moses Cone Hospital](https://www.ncha.org/?members=cone-health-childrens-womens-center-at-moses-cone-hospital)

## Staff

- [Katherine Ryan](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=katherine-ryan)
- [Cas Wise](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=cas-wise)
- [Alicia Barfield](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=alicia-barfield)
- [Erin Wilson](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=erin-wilson)
- [Jules Iradukunda](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=jules-iradukunda)
- [Damarius Davis](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=damarius-davis)
- [Shakeerah McCoy](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=shakeerah-mccoy)
- [Trish Vandersea](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=trish-vandersea)
- [Marissa Bryant Franks](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=marissa-franks)
- [Jaclyn Snow](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=jaclyn-goldsmith)
- [Courtney Wallen Horton, MA](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=courtney-wallen-ma)
- [Blair Borsuk](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=blair-burr)
- [Marjah Haygood](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=marjah-haygood)
- [Shannon Twist](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=shannon-twist)
- [Kristi Manning, M. Ed](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=kristi-manning)
- [James Hayes, PMP](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=james-hayes)
- [Kelsey Adams](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=kelsey-adams)
- [Jody Fleming, MBA](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=jody-m-fleming)
- [Anthony Okunak](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=anthony-okunak)
- [Tatyana Kelly](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=tatyana-kelly)
- [LaPonda Edmondson, DrPH, MHS](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=laponda-edmondson)
- [Nicholle Karim, MSW](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=nicholle-karim)
- [Jessica Lewis](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=jessica-lewis)
- [Josh Dobson](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=josh-dobson)
- [John Rowe](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=john-s-rowe)
- [Jamie Wildgoose](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=jamie-wildgoose)
- [Christie Johnston](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=christie-johnston)
- [Makeda Harris](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=makeda-harris)
- [Christina Mitchell](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=christina-mitchell)
- [Amy Smith](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=amy-smith
)
- [Melissa Kenny](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=melissa-kenny)
- [Rifat Jahan](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=rifat-jahan)
- [Elizabeth Mizelle](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=elizabeth-mizelle)
- [Hannah Rodgers, MPH](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=hannah-rodgers)
- [Pamala Rogers](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=pamala-w-rogers)
- [Miriam Tardif-Douglin](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=miriam-tardif-douglin)
- [Madison Ward Willis](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=madison-ward-willis)
- [Emily Roland](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=emily-roland)
- [Emma Paris, MSW, MPH, PMP](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=emma-paris-msw-mph-pmp)
- [Julie Ryan](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=julie-ryan)
- [Annabella Battaglia-Moran](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=annabella-battaglia-moran)
- [Stephanie Strickland](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=stephanie-c-strickland)
- [Shelby Lassiter](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=shelby-lassiter)
- [Jonathan Kea](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=jonathan-kea)
- [Samantha Quinlan](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=samantha-quinlan)
- [Irene Watts](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=irene-watts)
- [Alex Key](https://www.ncha.org/?staff=alex-key)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://www.ncha.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [News Releases](https://www.ncha.org/category/news-releases/)
- [Financial](https://www.ncha.org/category/financial/)
- [NCHA](https://www.ncha.org/category/ncha/)
- [General Assembly](https://www.ncha.org/category/general-assembly/)
- [Congress](https://www.ncha.org/category/congress/)
- [Rural Health](https://www.ncha.org/category/rural-health/)
- [Uncompensated Care](https://www.ncha.org/category/uncompensated-care/)
- [Medicare](https://www.ncha.org/category/medicare/)
- [Medicaid](https://www.ncha.org/category/medicaid/)
- [Advocacy](https://www.ncha.org/category/advocacy/)
- [Grant](https://www.ncha.org/category/grant/)
- [Education](https://www.ncha.org/category/education/)
- [Workforce](https://www.ncha.org/category/workforce/)
- [Foundation](https://www.ncha.org/category/foundation/)
- [State Health Plan](https://www.ncha.org/category/state-health-plan/)
- [Diversity](https://www.ncha.org/category/diversity/)
- [COVID19](https://www.ncha.org/category/covid19/)
- [letter](https://www.ncha.org/category/letter/)
- [Governor](https://www.ncha.org/category/governor/)
- [Vaccination](https://www.ncha.org/category/vaccination/)
- [Community Benefit](https://www.ncha.org/category/community-benefit/)
- [Charity Care](https://www.ncha.org/category/charity-care/)
- [Media Statement](https://www.ncha.org/category/media-statement/)
- [Op-Ed](https://www.ncha.org/category/op-ed/)
- [Violence Prevention](https://www.ncha.org/category/violence-prevention/)
- [Certificate of Need](https://www.ncha.org/category/certificate-of-need/)
- [Senate](https://www.ncha.org/category/senate/)
- [Telehealth](https://www.ncha.org/category/telehealth/)
- [Community Health](https://www.ncha.org/category/community-health/)
- [Equity](https://www.ncha.org/category/equity/)
- [HASP](https://www.ncha.org/category/hasp/)
- [House Budget](https://www.ncha.org/category/house-budget/)
- [Social Impact](https://www.ncha.org/category/foundation/social-impact/)
- [Economy](https://www.ncha.org/category/economy/)

## Program Types

- [Access to Care](https://www.ncha.org/Program Type/access-to-care/) - Empowering communities to take control of their health by ensuring access to appropriate and affordable care, regardless of race, socioeconomic status, or geographic location.
- [Behavioral Health](https://www.ncha.org/Program Type/behavioral-health/) - Leveraging and coordinating resources to ensure behavioral healthcare is as accessible as any other medical care in North Carolina.
- [Rural Health](https://www.ncha.org/Program Type/rural-health/) - Redesigning models of care that support the unique needs of North Carolina’s rural communities.
- [Workforce](https://www.ncha.org/Program Type/workforce/) - We help create a robust healthcare workforce create a robust healthcare workforce that views their work as mission-critical, along with a thriving pipeline of individuals committed to improving the lives of North Carolinians.

## Partner Types

- [Coordinated Care](https://www.ncha.org/Partner Type/coordinated-care/)
- [Insurance & Risk](https://www.ncha.org/Partner Type/insurance-risk/)
- [Performance & Supply Chain](https://www.ncha.org/Partner Type/performance-supply-chain/)
- [Pharmacy](https://www.ncha.org/Partner Type/pharmacy/)
- [Revenue](https://www.ncha.org/Partner Type/revenue/)
- [Workforce](https://www.ncha.org/Partner Type/workforce/)

## Care Types

- [General Acute Care](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/general-acute-care/)
- [Health System](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/health-system/)
- [Psychiatric](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/psychiatric/)
- [Associate](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/associate/)
- [Affiliate](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/affiliate/)
- [Rehabilitation](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/rehabilitation/)
- [Acute Long-Term Care](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/acute-long-term-care/)
- [Specialty](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/specialty/)
- [Free-Standing Emergency](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/free-standing-emergency/)
- [System](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/system/)
- [Alcohol and Drug Abuse](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/alcohol-and-drug-abuse/)
- [Acute Rehab](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/acute-rehab/)
- [Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment](https://www.ncha.org/Care Type/alcohol-and-drug-addiction-treatment/)

## Teams

- [Executive Leadership](https://www.ncha.org/Team/leadership/)
- [Advocacy & Policy Team](https://www.ncha.org/Team/advocacy-policy-team/)
- [Communications Team](https://www.ncha.org/Team/communications-team/)
- [Finance & Administration Team](https://www.ncha.org/Team/finance-administration-team/)
- [Foundation Team](https://www.ncha.org/Team/foundation-team/)
- [Member Services & Education Team](https://www.ncha.org/Team/member-services-education-team/)
- [Strategic Partners Team](https://www.ncha.org/Team/strategic-partners-team/)
- [Administration & Human Resources Team](https://www.ncha.org/Team/administration-human-resources-team/)
- [Legal & Regulatory Team](https://www.ncha.org/Team/legal-regulatory-team/)