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We are the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, where we strive to improve the safety, quality, and affordability of health care for everyone. Learn more about us at: http://bit.ly/NJHCQI.
NEW #TakeFiveInterview with Mia Connolly of Oscar Health. Mia discusses everything from AI technology to policy steps states can take to support coverage in the individual health insurance markets. She even explains the what’s and why’s of an ICHRA. Learn more: njhcqi.info/takefive0305...
The new #SchwimmerScript makes the case for smart spending decisions while drafting the next NJ budget. Without a strong system of primary care — NJ will continue to see higher use of more expensive care and residents will suffer from preventable illness: njhcqi.info/ceoblog03052...
This facilitated discussion will focus on: the current status of MWC programming in your community, successes and challenges in advancing local wellness initiatives, strategies for collaboration with local partners and health systems + more.
Join us for our annual #MayorsWellnessCampaign County Town Halls, a virtual session designed for mayors, public health officials, and MWC committees to connect, exchange ideas, and plan for the year ahead. 📍 View dates and register here: www.njhcqi.org/events/mwc-c...
Join Capital Health for a Community Baby Shower on Sunday, April 12, 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the War Memorial in Trenton. 🍼 Pregnant women and those who recently delivered (infants up to 3 months old) and their support person are invited to enjoy free lunch, giveaways, blood pressure screenings + more.
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NEW #TakeFiveInterview: Wardell Sanders, President of the New Jersey Association of Health Plans, examines key policy issues shaping New Jersey’s individual health insurance market, including affordability, out-of-network billing and arbitration, & subsidy changes: njhcqi.info/takefive0219...
📄 Read the recommendations for H.R.1 implementation: njhcqi.info/hr1workgroup...
📄 View action steps for each recommendation: njhcqi.info/hr1productch... #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI #HealthPolicy #Medicaid #HealthCareAccess #NJHealth #NJPolicy #HR1
Through the H.R.1 Health Care Access Workgroup, in partnership with the Parker Family Health Center, we developed recommendations to strengthen Medicaid enrollment systems, improve outreach and enrollment assistance, and support continued access to care as federal changes take effect.
The new #SchwimmerScript outlines how the Quality Institute is leading a statewide effort to address the impact of H.R.1 on health care access in New Jersey: njhcqi.info/ceoblog02192...
Through our work helping hospitals implement TeamBirth across NJ, we partner with care teams to strengthen communication and shared decision-making during birth. We are proud to see Capital Health highlight its TeamBirth integration in a recent podcast episode: www.capitalhealth.org/podcasts?seg...
From adjusting handoff templates to piloting escalation cards, there are achievable steps that can make a significant difference for patients. #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI #PatientSafety #QualityImprovement #NJHealth #Healthcare #QualityBriefing
The Quality Institute has released a new quality brief, “When Patients Speak”, that highlights practical steps health care organizations can take to turn patient concerns into actionable safety signals, including quick-win tools that can be implemented right away: njhcqi.info/qualitybrief...
Thank you to all who joined us yesterday in Camden for our Member Breakfast and Engagement Event! 🎉It was wonderful to see so many members in one room and to have the opportunity to connect and strengthen our collective work to improve health care across NJ. Thank you to The Cooperative for hosting!
This award recognizes longstanding leadership in support of New Jersey employers and the state’s economic vitality. #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI #NJAHP #NJHealth #NJBIA #NJBusiness #HealthInsurance
Congratulations to Ward Sanders, President of QI member, New Jersey Association of Health Plans, on receiving NJBIA's Leonard C. Johnson Award at the 2026 Public Policy Forum. 👏We are proud of Ward and his work advancing affordability and stability in NJ’s health insurance markets.
We are proud to continue this important collaboration in support of high-quality maternity care statewide. 👏
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Presented to the American College of Nurse-Midwives’ national chapter, the discussion highlighted the Quality Institute’s midwifery policy work and advocacy training program, which helps prepare midwives and students to engage in the policy process and advance maternal health.
This week, Program Officer Armonie Pierre-Jacques, MPH, presented on our ongoing partnership with the New Jersey Affiliate of the American College of Nurse-Midwives (NJ-ACNM) and our shared advocacy to improve access to midwifery care across New Jersey.
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NJ has updated its rules for outpatient treatment centers to make it easier for patients to get whole-person care in one place. A new article from @njspotlightnews.org features insight on why these updates are important for both patients and providers: www.njspotlightnews.org/2026/01/nj-r...
Dr. Anderson shares how policy, workforce development, and community collaboration will shape a more coordinated public health system statewide. #QualityInstituteNJ #NJHCQI #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #NJHealth #NJPublicHealth #CenterforHealthEquityandWellbeing #PublicHealthWorkforce
NEW #TakeFiveInterview: Denise Anderson, PhD, MPH, inaugural Executive Director of The Center for Health Equity & Wellbeing, discusses the establishment of New Jersey’s Public Health Institute and its role convening partners across the state. Read the full interview: njhcqi.info/takefive012226
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NJHCQI is recognizing #MaternalHealthAwarenessDay. Check out Quality Institute Vice President of Policy Kate Shamszad’s blog sharing our work on Maternal Infant Health for 2026, including advancing the 4 Pillars in the Maternity Action Plan for NJ: njhcqi.info/ceoblog012226 | njhcqi.info/MAP4NJ
“Ultimately, this approach supports better care coordination, improves the patient experience, and expands access to comprehensive services across the state.” — Kate Shamszad @qualityinstitutenj.bsky.social
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The analysis finds that nearly 80% of these policies are fully operational statewide, reflecting meaningful progress under Nurture NJ. The findings also highlight the importance of sustained funding, coordination, and oversight to ensure these laws continue to improve outcomes for moms and babies.
A new report from Rutgers School of Public Health, developed in collaboration with the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, examines how New Jersey is implementing its maternal and infant health laws enacted between 2018 and 2025: www.rutgers.edu/news/rutgers...
Join The Mental Health Association in New Jersey, in partnership with the Quality Institute, for a Virtual Youth QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Training on Thursday, February 12th, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Knowing what to say and how to respond can save a life. 💻Register here: bit.ly/YQPRfeb12
