Overview NACHC provides the latest state-level data available from the Uniform Data System, including data on health center patients, services provided, staffing, costs, and more. On this page, you will find: To view state-level data, click on a state name below. Please email research@nachc.org with any questions. To find a health center near you, please visit the […]| NACHC
A Look Inside the NACHC Innovation Incubator on Food Security.| NACHC
NACHC has definitely allowed me opportunity for growth and leadership. FOLLOW US ON LINKEDIN! VALUE TRANSFORMATION FRAMEWORK What is the Value Transformation Framework? Value Transformation Framework (VTF) is an organizing approach that lets health centers make system-wide change. It divides value transformation into 3 Domains – Infrastructure, Care Delivery, and People – and 15 Change […]| NACHC
This article originally appeared on the The Weitzman Institute website on August 5, 2025, and is reprinted with permission. Across the country, Community Health Centers (CHCs) are widely recognized for serving 1 in 10 people. This figure, based on 33.9 million patients from 2024 Uniform Data System (UDS) reports, is an impressive statistic, but it understates the […] The post How Many Patients Do Community Health Centers Really Care For? You’ll Be Surprised! appeared first on NACHC.| NACHC
The Center for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program. The RHT Program, authorized through the recent enactment of H.R.1 (the One Big Beautiful Bill Act), aims to transform healthcare delivery in rural America by helping state governments improve access, quality, and outcomes […] The post Community Health Centers Highlighted in the $50 Billion Notice of Funding Opportunity to States for the Rural Health...| NACHC
On January 8, 2025, the State of Hawaii received approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to extend its QUEST Integration § 1115 Medicaid demonstration.| NACHC
Community Health Centers (CHCs) remain a critical lifeline for underserved communities. However, the capacity to meet growing demand is increasingly strained. In 2024, CHCs served over 1 million more patients than in 2023, even as operating margins decreased to an average of -2%. (Figure) Although their growth demonstrates CHCs’ resilience, underlying pressures threaten patients’ ability […] The post Community Health Centers Grew in 2024 But Patient Access Faces a Tipping Point appeared...| NACHC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Alexandra Walker, 718-938-2820 Bethesda, MD—The National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and Health Evolution have announced a new partnership to prioritize Community Health Center (CHC) patients and convene CHC leaders to participate in national forums focused on cutting-edge delivery solutions that drive health system change and advance health for all. This […] The post NACHC and Health Evolution Partner to Bring Community Health Center Lead...| NACHC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Amy Simmons Farber, 202-309-0338 Bethesda, MD—The National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and the Bloomberg American Health Initiative at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have announced a new collaboration to strengthen the integration of primary care and public health within the national network of Community Health Centers […] The post NACHC Collaborates with Bloomberg American Health Initiative on Fellowship Program ...| NACHC
A monthly series from NACHC’s state policy team sharing updates on state policies that can supporting health centers. The first half of 2025 has been marked by a surge of legislative activity across the United States, with state lawmakers addressing a wide array of pressing issues impacting Community Health Centers and the broader healthcare landscape. […] The post State Policy Update appeared first on NACHC.| NACHC
A new federal rule that shortens enrollment time on Federal Marketplaces by 32 days starts next year, November 1 through December 15 in 2026. The Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Rule, effective August 25, 2025, finalized this change. According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) the new rule will protect consumers from improper […] The post Community Health Center Patients Brace for New Health Insurance Marketplace Rule appeared first on NACHC.| NACHC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Amy Simmons Farber, 202-309-0338 Bethesda, MD—James Green, MBA, CFRE, has joined the leadership team of the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) as Chief Development Officer (CDO). Mr. Green has more than 20 years of experience transforming development programs across health care and international relief organizations. As CDO, Mr. Green […] The post NACHC Welcomes Chief Development Officer James Green appeared first on NACHC.| NACHC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Amy Simmons Farber, 202-309-0338 Bethesda, MD—The National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and the Bloomberg American Health Initiative at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have announced a new collaboration to strengthen the integration of primary care and public health within the national network of Community Health Centers […] The post NACHC Collaborates with Bloomberg American Health Initiative on Fellowship Program for...| NACHC
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sue Veer, a visionary national leader for community health and a longstanding member of the Executive Committee of the NACHC Board of Directors.| NACHC
Annual gathering addresses innovations and financial sustainability in primary care CONTACT: Alexandra Walker, awalker@nachc.org, 718-938-2820 BETHESDA, MD—The nation’s largest network of primary care providers, Community Health Centers (CHCs), will gather on August 17-19 in Chicago, IL, for the 2025 CHI Community Health Conference & EXPO. The national gathering, hosted by the National Association of Community […]| NACHC
Sixty years ago, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law, in July 1990.| NACHC
The NACHC state policy team is launching a new monthly blog series where we will highlight health centers' monthly state legislative wins.| NACHC
What does a healthy community look like? What does healing look like? How do we help to create the conditions for a united Oakland community that cares for each other?| NACHC
A package of funding bills that extends and increases funding for Community Health Centers has been introduced with bipartisan support. The health center funding runs through the end of 2024.| NACHC
Community health centers are well-positioned to reach the most vulnerable and underserved communities that are the most at risk for exposure to COVID-19.| NACHC
Community Health Centers serve a record 32.5 million people nationwide, or 1 in 10 Americans – a surge of nearly 1 million patients. The analysis, from the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC), underscores the growing demand for affordable primary care services at a time when over 100 million Americans struggle to access a primary care provider.| NACHC