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Stephen Njenga

Director of Quality Measurement and Population Health Improvement

Strengthening Communities Through Care, Partnerships & Insights

Improving community health requires strong local partnerships, data-informed strategies and a commitment to equity in care and outcomes. MHA’s research provides health care professionals and community leaders with information that highlights hospital contributions, uncovers disparities and supports transparency in cost and quality.  

Our tools help drive more informed decisions to foster trust and create meaningful, lasting change in the communities hospitals serve.

Community-Centered Excellence

Building Trust Through Investment & Transparency

Community Investment

Highlight the value of hospital-supported care with data and insights on uncompensated services, community benefit programs and local economic impact.

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Population Health Strategies

Support better outcomes for all Missourians with strategies that address health disparities, promote equity and guide community-focused care initiatives.

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Health Care Economic Impact

Understand how hospitals provide economic benefits that support the financial health of communities and states. 

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Rural Health Transformation Program

Find resources and updates on Missouri’s ToRCH Care initiative, including funding opportunities, key deadlines, hub development information, webinars and related MHA news.

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MHA Seeks Presentation Proposals For Workplace Safety Convening

July 1, 2026

MHA Seeks Presentation Proposals For Workplace Safety Convening

The Missouri Hospital Association is seeking presentation proposals for its “Accountable Leaders for Worker and Environmental Safety” convening…
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Judge hammer gavel and doctor stethoscope on wooden table background in courtroom. Health law, medical law rules, regulations in the health care industry and its patients, medical malpractice concept.

July 1, 2026

Eighth Circuit Rejects Novartis Appeal In 340B Litigation

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit upheld the district court’s decision denying an injunction against SB 751, which extends contract…
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Burn, Heat And Infection Preparedness Resources Available For World Cup

July 1, 2026

Burn, Heat And Infection Preparedness Resources Available For World Cup

With four of six World Cup matches completed in Kansas City, Mo., and a fifth scheduled for Friday, July 3, health care delivery continues without…
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On the Move: Hospital Leadership Changes for July 2026

July 1, 2026

On the Move: Hospital Leadership Changes for July 2026

Check out these leadership changes from hospitals around the state for the month of July 2026:Mercy Southeast Communities Names Amanda Shelast As…
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Nov 9

Physical Environment: Life Safety Code Survey Issues

This session will review commonly cited life-safety code deficiencies in hospitals.

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Nov 16

HIDI Office Hours

Connect with HIDI experts during open office hours — get personalized help with tools, data submission and more.

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Nov 19

Critical Systems and Decisions: A Healthcare Facility Emergency Tabletop Exercise

This interactive tabletop exercise brings together health care engineers, facility managers and emergency preparedness professionals to explore…

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Nov 23

Pharmacy Conditions of Participation

This program will review the pharmaceutical services condition of participation and other regulatory areas that require pharmacist input and…

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Advancing Accessible and Consistent Care In Every Community

Ensuring every Missourian can consistently access high-quality, safe care and live healthily in their community is essential to improving health outcomes. Learn how hospitals can address barriers that impact health beyond the clinical setting.

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