AHA issues resource on economic impact of disparities in health outcomes

The American Hospital Association released a resource guide to help leaders understand and quantify the economic burden of disparities of health outcomes, which represent a significant and growing financial risk for hospitals, patients, employers and the broader economy. The resource guide provides practical methods to identify and assess the financial impact of health disparities. It also offers data-driven approaches to implement interventions that improve outcomes and reduce costs, including improving access, prevention and care coordination. Leaders can use the guide to build a compelling business case by linking disparities to measurable financial impact on organizations and the communities they serve. (AHA resource guide)