News releases

The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) is excited to announce the sponsorship of two critical bills, Health Insurance Accountability (HB2035) and Ground Ambulance Transport (HB2290), for the Fifty-sixth Legislature – Second Regular Session. These bills, championed by Representative David Cook and Representative Alexander Kolodin, respectively, address key issues in healthcare claims processing and interfacility patient…

As the champion for healthcare leadership in Arizona, AzHHA and its member hospitals explore ideas and take collaborative action at the state capitol, in hospitals and at home to attain the best healthcare outcomes for our community. Take a look back on some of the highlights and wins on behalf of Arizona’s hospitals from 2023…

Phoenix, Ariz. (Nov. 28, 2023) – The State of Arizona and the Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA), an organization that brings together diverse voices to advance health and healthcare in Arizona, announced today it is launching the Arizona Transition to Practice Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses. “I’m thrilled AHCCCS and AzHHA have come together to support our…

If you are looking to advance your career in the healthcare industry – or know an emerging leader – consider enrolling in the Healthcare Leadership Academy. Classes begin in 2024 and will focus on cultivating leadership in the hospital environment. Why it matters: This is a unique opportunity to equip mid-level managers with the management and leadership…

Phoenix, Ariz. (Oct. 26, 2023) – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA), an organization that brings together diverse voices to advance health and healthcare in Arizona, announced today that Steve Purves, president and CEO of Valleywise Health, won the 2023 Salsbury Award. Named in honor of the late Dr. Salsbury, a respected missionary physician who…

Phoenix, Ariz. (Oct. 26, 2023) – The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) Board of Directors announced today that it approved new healthcare executives to serve on its board and confirmed its roster for 2024. In association with its 15-member board, AzHHA brings together health leaders from across the state to tackle key issues and…

The inaugural AzHHA Quality Awards celebrates and recognizes Arizona’s leaders committed to advancing healthcare with exceptional quality performance, community engagement and a culture of continuous improvement. The outstanding achievements will be honored at the AzHHA Quality Awards Luncheon during the 2023 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. Showcase your work: Applicants must be able to…

The inaugural AzHHA Quality Awards celebrates and recognizes Arizona’s leaders committed to advancing healthcare with exceptional quality performance, community engagement and a culture of continuous improvement. The outstanding achievements will be honored at the AzHHA Quality Awards Luncheon during the 2023 Arizona Hospital Leadership Conference on October 25, 2023. Applicants must be able to highlight a recent…

PHOENIX -The Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association (AzHHA) unveils a new, accessible menu of options to help Arizonans plan for their medical care needs. The advance care planning documents include upgraded forms to meet the specialized needs of our community including large print, braille, audio files, videos featuring sign language interpretation and Spanish language documents. “We…