news & updates
Here you’ll find the latest news and updates from The Health Collaborative, our partners, and allies in healthcare improvement. New developments are always happening so check back often.
ESO, THC Partner to Improve Communication Between First Responders, Local Hospitals
The Health Collaborative and data & software firm ESO announced this week their partnership to create a bi-directional exchange of healthcare data between EMS agencies and hospital care givers.
Staff Spotlight: Jack Komrska, Informatics Intern
We recently brought UC student Jack Komrska on board the Informatics team for the summer.
Team Rubicon Provides Disaster Relief in Tornado-Affected Dayton Area
This past weekend, THC’s Hyson and Team Rubicon Ohio conducted wellness check-ins with homeowners in Montgomery County, and helped remove tornado debris and damage from homes.
S.M.A.R.T. Graduates Save Lives, Transcend Expectations
During this round of S.M.A.R.T. three soldiers went above the call of duty – and saved lives.
Creating Tools for Population Health | THC at SHIEC 2019
THC will be speaking at the 2019 SHIEC Annual Conference! Join us August 18 – 21 at the Gaylord National Harbor in National Harbor, MD.
Board Spotlight: Five Minutes with Shirley LaPiana-Martin
Shirley LaPiana-Martin has recently been elected to The Health Collaborative (THC) Board of Directors to provide a healthcare consumer point of view, the first time in the organization’s history a direct consumer has been elected to serve.
A Consumer Perspective for The Health Collaborative Board of Directors
“The opportunity to present a consumer viewpoint with The Health Collaborative feels tailor-made to leverage both my professional and personal background,” Martin shares.
Staff Spotlight: Denise Carl, Development Director
As our Director of Development, Denise oversees and manages fundraising efforts for Gen-H and other associated programming, and she’s “never met a stranger.”
New Events Leadership, Program Offerings at The Health Collaborative
As she embarks upon her new career path at THC, Hall is dedicated to enhancing and expanding the events and programming opportunities on offer in its reservable Learning Center and many gathering spaces.
THC’s Claims Data Co-Op Announces Product Enhancement to Identify Care Gaps
Unique Ohio/Northern Kentucky data aggregation service is now offering eight HEDIS measures to enhance practices’ care management efforts.
Navigating Key Elements of the Latest Interoperability Regulations
New interoperability regulations are still in public comment period until June 3, 2019 – and THC will continue to stay abreast of the regulation changes to help you remain compliant.
CPC+ Delivers Ohio Practices Over $3.2 Million in Savings
CPC+ Strengthens Primary Care Practices Through Quality and Performance-Based Incentive Payments
The Health Collaborative CEO Takes On Additional Role
The Health Collaborative’s CEO, Craig Brammer, will be adding a second CEO title to his resume. Craig has been appointed to lead The Network for Regional Healthcare Improvement (NRHI) starting November 1 and will concurrently serve in both roles.
Presenting the 2018 Inspire | Healthcare Award Winners [PHOTOS]
The Health Collaborative celebrated excellence and innovation in Greater Cincinnati healthcare in front of a sold-out crowd at The Center.
The CPC Initiative: Another Side of the Story
Our experts found that the multi-payer claims data provides evidence of considerable savings and utilization reductions in the Medicare Advantage population in OH/KY.
Announcing the 2018 Inspire | Healthcare Champion: Dr. Tayyab Diwan
Dr. Diwan has been selected for the 2018 Inspire Champion Award for his work in educating our youth and playing an integral role in the success of the TAP MD program since 2013.
Mercy Health Bends the Curve on Opioid Abuse: 2018 Inspire Finalist Spotlight
The Mercy Health informatics team leveraged the Epic EMR system to place screening tools and relevant patient history in the hands of providers at the point of care.
Reducing Waste While Caring for the Uninsured: 2018 Inspire Finalist Spotlight
The Good Samaritan Free Health Center is the only free health center in Hamilton County and provides care to the uninsured, non-Medicaid/Medicare-eligible adults who have an income less than 200% of the poverty level.
Mercy Health Addiction Treatment Collaborative: 2018 Inspire Finalist Spotlight
From prevention efforts, to harm- reduction methods, to long-term treatment, Mercy Health’s aim is to normalize and expand treatment options for those suffering from substance abuse disorders.
The Health Collaborative CEO Takes on Additional Role
The Health Collaborative’s CEO, Craig Brammer, will be adding a second CEO title to his resume.
Patient Centered Data Home White Paper
Patient Centered Data Home (PCDH) aims to place the patient at the center of care by making important health data available whenever and wherever care occurs.
Better Connected for Better Care: The Benefits of PCDH
PCDH allows clinical data to be available whenever and wherever care occurs and keeps the patient at the center.
Celebrating THC’s Birthday: Three Became One – and Now We Turn Three!
THC staff gathered to celebrate with cake and a few words from CEO Craig Brammer
12 Days of Holiday Cheer: A Health Collaborative Tradition
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Retirement Sendoff for Bob Coogan, Director of Grant Accounting
Our Director of Grant Accounting, Bob Coogan, has announced his retirement after more than seven years with the organization
We Have HIE Hopes for Healthcare!
We’re part of a growing number of health information exchanges across the country who are working to make sure care providers and patients have the right information, at the right time.
The Health Collaborative Launches hb/analytics Claims Data Co-Op Service for CPC+ Providers
Following the successful completion of Comprehensive Primary Care (CPC) Classic – one of the largest payment demonstration projects in the country – The Health Collaborative has launched an innovative new tool for Ohio healthcare providers as they continue efforts to improve primary care in the region.
Community Health Needs Infographic
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2015: Our Year in Review
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The internet of things and your health data
The internet of things (IoT) is a hot topic in the technology ecosystem. But what is it?
The Merger is Official!
It’s official: The Greater Cincinnati Health Council, HealthBridge and the Health Collaborative have merged under the name The Health Collaborative. The document signing occurred Monday, March 30th.
HealthBridge Merges with Greater Cincinnati Health Council, The Health Collaborative
HealthBridge has merged with The Greater Cincinnati Health Council and the Health Collaborative into a single organization, effective March 25, 2015.