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In this short video, you can learn how reforming Medicaid could help working Missourians access health care while saving you money on your health insurance premiums. More »

 
 
 
 

Without Medicaid reform, the cost of providing care to the state’s uninsured at Missouri’s hospitals could nearly triple to $3.5 billion annually by 2019. These costs will be largely shifted to businesses and individuals who purchase commercial insurance coverage. More »

 
 
 
 

Not expanding Medicaid could cost Missouri more than 9,000 jobs, $1.9 billion in reduced capital investment or $1.1 billion in cost shift to the insured, according to a new analysis from MHA. More »

 
 
 
 

A new report from the Missouri Hospital Association found that in 2011, Missouri hospitals provided $1.1 billion in uncompensated care to Missourians — a record level. The report underscores the central role hospitals play in supporting Missourians’ health and the economic health of communities throughout the state. More »

 
 
 
 

In 2014, more than 24,000 jobs could be created if Missouri participates in the federal Medicaid expansion plan included in the Affordable Care Act, according to new research from the University of Missouri. More »

 
 
 
Persistent Drug Shortages Affect Care, Costs At Missouri Hospitals

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association, Jefferson City
Topics: Health Policy, Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

A survey of Missouri hospital pharmacy directors found that persistent shortages in the nation’s pharmaceutical pipeline are affecting hospitals’ ability to deliver care in a safe, timely way and are leading to increased costs. More »

 
 
 
 

Visitors can view information on how hospitals are performing on nationally recognized quality of care metrics and patient satisfaction. More »

 
 
 
 

The age, number and type of primary care providers in rural Missouri will present future challenges to rural residents’ access to health services and have negative consequences for rural health improvement efforts. More »

 
 
 
 

A new special report finds Missouri hospitals are making significant investments in health information technology. These investments promise new opportunities for quality improvement in Missouri’s health care delivery system and an economic boost through expansion of jobs in the state’s health care and information technology sectors. More »

 
 
 
 

Missourians looking for a rewarding career are now only a click away from the information they need to “diagnose” their futures. Missouri Health Careers, a new website sponsored by the Missouri Hospital Association, is designed to help students and career-switchers identify opportunities in the health care sector that match their personalities and educational goals. More »

 
 
 
Hospitals Create Economic Value

Author: Dave Dillon, Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Health Policy, Hospitals & Physicians, Insurance & Costs, MHA Resources

 

Strong communities need strong hospitals. Strong hospitals support the social and economic fabric of Missouri. More »

 
 
 
 

Consumers can now view reports on patients' experience of hospital care. More »

 
 
 
Ensuring the Best Quality of Care

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

Missouri hospitals are dedicated to providing the best quality of care to their patients. More »

 
 
 
Putting Patient Safety First

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

Missouri hospitals make patient safety a top priority. More »

 
 
 
Making Informed Medical Decisions

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

Many resources are available to assist consumers with their health care decisions. More »

 
 
 
Understanding Medical Conditions

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

Missouri hospitals want to better serve consumers by providing accurate and reliable health-related resources. More »

 
 
 
 

Missouri hospitals want to ensure that consumers statewide have access to affordable prescription drugs. More »

 
 
 
 

The following Web sites offer information, resources and documents concerning end-of-life care. More »

 
 
 
 

Missouri hospitals want consumers to be well-informed of the health statistics in their community. More »

 
 
 
Map the Economic Impact

Author: Missouri Hospital Association
Topics: Hospitals & Physicians, MHA Resources

 

By healing the sick, Missouri hospitals are healing the economy. More »

 
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