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Committing to Population Health
Trustee : the Journal for Hospital Governing Boards
|December 16, 2015
Summary
Population health management is now a widespread priority, not just for a select group. A new survey reveals this significant shift in healthcare organizational focus.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Public Health Initiatives
- Hospital Administration
Background:
- Historically, population health management was pursued by a limited number of ambitious healthcare organizations.
- The landscape of healthcare priorities has evolved, necessitating a broader engagement with population health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current prevalence and perceived importance of population health management across healthcare institutions.
- To identify shifts in organizational mission related to population health.
Main Methods:
- Survey distributed to members of two American Hospital Association affiliates.
- Data collection on organizational priorities and mission statements regarding population health.
Main Results:
- Population health management is no longer a niche mission for a few.
- The survey indicates a broad adoption and prioritization of population health strategies across a wider range of hospitals.
Conclusions:
- The findings suggest a paradigm shift in healthcare, with population health becoming a mainstream objective.
- Healthcare organizations are increasingly integrating population health into their core mission and operational strategies.
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