Civitas Community Notes

Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a critical role in addressing social determinants of health and improving health outcomes for vulnerable […]

By Alan Katz, Associate Director of Advocacy & Public Policy, Civitas Networks for Health ABSTRACT—Over the past decade, a […]

Civitas Networks for Health is proud to collaborate with HIMSS for their highly anticipated #HIMSS25 Global Health Conference in Las […]

As a Civitas Networks for Health member, you’re part of a vibrant and diverse network working together to advance health improvement, […]

Rising Leaders Driving Change through Collaboration and Innovation Civitas Networks for Health is excited to announce the new roster for […]

Recap of Civitas’ Final Collaboratives in Action Webinar of 2024 Discussing Data Modernization At the end of 2025, Civitas Networks […]

By: Lisa Bari and Jolie Ritzo, Civitas Networks for Health As we step into 2025, the health improvement and health […]

What is the Pathway to Health AI Governance? By: Jolie Ritzo, Vice President, Strategy and Network Engagement, Civitas Networks for […]

By Alan Katz, Associate Director of Advocacy & Public Policy, Civitas Networks for Health ABSTRACT— During the COVID-19 pandemic, […]

The transition from Health Information Exchanges (HIEs) to Health Data Utilities (HDUs) represents a critical evolution in public health data […]

As a new member of Civitas Networks for Health, iMPROve Health is bringing expertise and passion for health care quality […]

By Kate Ricker and Amy Zimmerman In 2009, when the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Health Information Technology for […]

Bridging the gaps between technology, research, and patient care has been an invaluable translation skill for Henry Vynalek, Senior Director […]

By Diane Marriott and Alan Katz Each July, CMS releases a proposed Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) that previews proposed changes to […]

By Jolie Ritzo and Jessica Little Addressing health-related social needs (HRSNs) is crucial to ensure the best health outcomes, improve […]

Guest Blog Post by: Waldo Mikels-Carrasco, Data Across Sectors for Health in partnership with Jolie Ritzo, Civitas Networks for Health […]

Written by Jolie Ritzo, VP of Strategy and Network Engagement Strong and thoughtful leadership, innovation, and creativity are more crucial […]

By: Jolie Ritzo, VP of Strategy and Network Engagement, Civitas Networks for Health Community-led collaboratives are emerging as powerful catalysts […]

Comprehensive health data exchange is a critical step in improving health outcomes. Understanding the landscape of National Health Information Organizations […]

By: Alan Katz, Associate Director of Advocacy and Public Policy, Civitas Networks for Health In health care, ensuring the provision […]

A letter from our CEO, Lisa Bari. Dear Civitas Members, As we wrap up 2023, I’m reflecting on the progress […]

Written by Jolie Ritzo, VP of Strategy and Network Engagement, Civitas Networks for Health As we work to improve health […]

In the complex world of health care, data standardization is a pivotal yet often underappreciated aspect of delivering equitable care. […]

Health Data Utility Community Stories – insights into state, regional, and local efforts that illuminate how health data utilities are […]

By: Lisa Bari and Jolie Ritzo, Photo Credit: Malik Chambers The Civitas 2023 Annual Conference, held in National Harbor, Maryland, […]

In an era where health care is evolving to embrace a more holistic approach, the University of Colorado Hospital has […]