Advancing Health in Illinois

IHA’s 2018 Federal Advocacy Agenda, Advancing Health in Illinois, asks Congress to take specific actions to ensure access to care and coverage; promote quality and patient safety; enhance affordability and value; advance health system innovation; reduce regulatory burden; and promote access to behavioral health services.

Addressing Illinois' Opioid Epidemic

IHA led an effort to develop opioid prescribing guidelines to assist clinicians in treating patients with acute and chronic pain in the emergency department. Last year, hospital emergency departments saw a 66 percent increase in opioid overdose visits.

IHA President and CEO A.J. Wilhelmi praised state leaders for their unity and support in passing legislation that redesigns the Hospital Assessment Program, which Gov. Bruce Rauner signed into law on March 12, 2018. Wilhelmi called the program “essential and vital” as it helps ensure access to quality healthcare.