Q3 Health Innovation Partners

HAP helps Pennsylvania hospitals improve quality and safety of patient care through a joint venture with New Jersey and Ohio.

 

Q3HIP LogoQ3HIP is comprised of the New Jersey Hospital Association, the Ohio Hospital Association and The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania.

Building on the quality improvement track records of each of the three associations, Q3HIP’s vision is to collaborate in innovative research, quality improvement and population health strategies to advance the health and well-being of 33 million people, including nearly 6 million Medicare beneficiaries, living in New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania.

HAP Contacts

For additional information regarding these patient safety initiatives, please contact Robert Shipp, III, PhD, BSN, RN, NEA-BC, vice president, population health and clinical affairs. Media inquiries should be directed to Kim Yakowski, manager, media relations.

 

HAP News

September 25, 2026

Caring for the Commonwealth: UPMC

HAP’s Caring for the Commonwealth series showcases the innovative programs led by Pennsylvania hospitals and health systems—and, most importantly, the difference they make for communities. The series brings these stories to life, highlighting how our members are improving health and creating stronger, healthier communities.

September 24, 2026

CMS Removes 760k from ACA Plans

CMS this week announced it is removing 760,000 people from Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans across the U.S.

September 22, 2026

What to Know: PID Releases 2027 Insurance Rates

Pennie individual insurance premiums will increase nearly 16 percent for 2027 as federal health policy changes lead to more uncompensated care, the Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) announced this month.

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