Overview

This Council will develop a vision for improving Population Health in the context of payment, insurance and practice reforms, and community integration and innovation. The Council will leverage existing resources and build on the framework established in the State Health Improvement Coalition to advance population health planning and establish a long term public health strategy. The Council will focus on addressing root causes of disease and defining priorities based on burden of cost, reducing inequities and improving overall health. The Council will make recommendations regarding the establishment of Community Prevention Service Centers and the designation of Health Enhancement Communities.