IHA is a voluntary membership organization representing the interests of 123 Iowa hospitals and health systems to business, government and consumer audiences. Iowa’s hospitals employ over 80,000 people and contribute $8 billion to the state’s economy.
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Join your health care colleagues to share, learn and celebrate with us at the 97th IHA Annual Meeting in Des Moines, Oct. 6-7, 2026. As hospital leaders grapple with various issues, including staffing and mounting financial pressures, recharging goals and missions is vital to successfully rebuilding and energizing teams. This year’s annual meeting will offer valuable insights into renewing administrative and clinical values, providing a unique opportunity for personal growth and development.
The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) today celebrated Governor Kim Reynolds’ signing of HF2635, the Patients First insurance reform bill, a major piece of legislation championed by Iowa hospitals and health systems. The new law is designed to improve patient access to care and reduce unnecessary administrative burdens that delay treatment.
On Wednesday, March 11, more than 240 hospital leaders, health care professionals and advocates, representing 76 Iowa hospitals and health systems across the state, gathered at the Iowa State Capitol for the Iowa Hospital Association’s (IHA) annual Hospital Day on the Hill.
The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA), in conjunction with the Iowa Department of Education and hospitals across the state, announced today the organizations will host the second annual Health Sciences Career Day on Thursday, May 14 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Gov. Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services announced this afternoon more than $78.6 million in new funding awards through two competitive grants under the Iowa Healthy Hometowns Project, part of the federal CMS Rural Health Transformation Program. Iowa is the first state in the nation to award funding under this program.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced a historic $50 billion investment through the Rural Health Transformation Program, aimed at strengthening health care delivery in rural communities across all 50 states. As part of this initiative, Iowa will receive $209,040,064 in fiscal year 2026, ranking 18th in the total funding amount compared to other states for this year.
Jordan Marcon has joined the Iowa Hospital Association as senior vice president of marketing and communications. In this role, Marcon will oversee the association’s marketing, communications and brand strategy to support member hospitals and advance the organization’s mission.
Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) is proud to announce that Dr. Douglas McLaws, a longtime physician and beloved community leader, has been named a 2025 Hospital Hero by the Iowa Hospital Association (IHA).
We are deeply concerned about the U.S. Senate’s vote to advance the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1), and the effect the steep Medicaid cuts will have on Iowa's hospitals and the patients they serve. Rural hospitals already operate on thin margins, and these Medicaid cuts will exacerbate their already strained financial situations. Cuts of this magnitude will force hospitals to make tough decisions about reducing services or closing altogether.
The Iowa Hospital Association, with the Iowa Department of Education, hosted Health Sciences Career Day in Iowa on Wednesday, May 15. Held during National Hospital Week, the live, virtual event focused on building the workforce of the future by making young Iowans aware of six high-demand health care occupations across the state: physician, nurse, radiology technologist, respiratory therapist, lab technologist and behavioral health care.
The Iowa Health Education Portal, an innovative online platform, offers students and career changers a streamlined, user-friendly way to explore and pursue nursing education programs in Iowa.
Since 2007, IHA’s Hospital Heroes program has celebrated employees who have acted courageously in a moment’s crisis or selflessly served their hospitals and communities throughout their careers
Last Thursday, the Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Iowa held its 2025 fall conference and 42nd annual membership business meeting. The conference topics included sessions about:
Since 2007, IHA’s Hospital Heroes program has celebrated employees who have acted courageously in a moment’s crisis or selflessly served their hospitals and communities throughout their careers.
Mercy Cedar Rapids will open the area’s largest freestanding emergency room Monday, Dec. 2. A ribbon-cutting and community open house is scheduled for Nov. 15-16. The new emergency room is next to MercyCare Marion Family Practice and MercyCare Marion Urgent Care.
Since 2007, IHA’s Hospital Heroes program has celebrated employees who have acted courageously in a moment’s crisis or selflessly served their hospitals and communities throughout their careers.
The Iowa Hospital Education and Research Foundation, a subsidiary of the Iowa Hospital Association, will award 60 postsecondary health care scholarships of up to $3,000 per year (two years maximum) and $1,000 to students enrolling in emergency medical technology/technician certification programs.
Since 2007, IHA’s Hospital Heroes program has celebrated employees who have acted courageously in a moment’s crisis or selflessly served their hospitals and communities throughout their careers.
IHA’s Leadership Development Program is for health care professionals in new organizational management or leadership responsibilities. Experienced staff looking to refresh their skills and knowledge will also benefit.
Iowa Hospital Association’s Leadership Development Program is for health care professionals in new organizational management or leadership responsibilities. Experienced staff looking to refresh their skills and knowledge will also benefit.
More than 1,200 people attended the recent Iowa Hospital Association Annual Meeting in Des Moines. Here’s a full wrap-up.
IHA continues to monitor the ongoing IV fluid supply chain issues resulting from the closure of a Baxter manufacturing plan in North Carolina due to damage from Hurricane Helene. The plant manufactures 60% of the country’s supply of IV solutions.
Spencer Hospital staff surprise Dr. David Keith with the news that he has won a prestigious award from the Iowa Hospital Association.
IHA has released Iowa hospital financial and personnel trends for January to June 2024, compared to the same time in 2023, as reported to the IHA DATABANK Program.
Author and political commentator Carl Sferrazza Anthony will present “The First Ladies: Untold Stories of Political Influence” at the IHA PAC luncheon Tuesday, Oct. 8, during IHA’s 95th Annual Meeting. The luncheon is invitation-only for IHA PAC club-level contributors of $350 or more.
On Aug. 28, Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird submitted a notice of intended action for a second draft of proposed changes to administrative rules governing sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) certification requirements.
Hospital leaders will gather to share, learn and celebrate at the 2024 Iowa Hospital Association Annual Meeting scheduled Oct. 8-9 at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center in Des Moines.
An Iowa Hospital Association study revealed the profound impact of Iowa hospitals in 2023. They provided over $1.2 billion in community benefits, including charity care and bad debt, and served more than 3.5 million people.
Iowa Hospital Association subsidiary IHERF (Iowa Hospital Education and Research Foundation) recently awarded $260,000 in health care education scholarships to students pursuing health care degrees.
The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) honored several MercyOne colleagues from across the state at its 2022 Annual Meeting held at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center Oct. 10 and 11, 2023.
