Health System Alliance of Arizona

10/23/2025

Congratulations Arizona State University for earning preliminary accreditation for the new John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering.

John Shufeldt knew he wanted to be a physician when he was 5 years old.“I realized early on that everyone should have a shot at health, no matter where they are in the birth lottery,” said Shufeldt, who would go on to become an emergency medicine physician and the founder of multiple health init...

10/22/2025

Congratulations to HSAA CEO Brittney Kaufmann for being recognized as a 2025 Women Achievers of the Year! Thank you for your commitment to protecting Arizona's healthcare Industry!

08/28/2025

Health systems play a crucial role in our state providing thousands of high-quality jobs, contributing to Arizona’s economic strength, and improving the health and well-being of Arizonans. We are proud of our Alliance members who are all part of the top 50 employers in the state.

The economy is slowing, and Arizona no longer ranks among the states creating the most jobs. Still, the largest employers are holding their own.

08/28/2025

Great panel at The Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry Policy Summit about the importance of child care to Arizona's economy. Affordability, availability, and flexibility for parents is critical. Thanks to Allison Gregg of Northern Arizona Healthcare Flagstaff Northern Arizona Healthcare Verde Valley for sharing how it impacts healthcare as a 24/7, on-site industry.

07/16/2025

HSAA President & CEO Brittney Kaufmann joined Horizon on Arizona PBS to discuss the far-reaching negative consequences H.R. 1 will have on the healthcare of every Arizonan. Learn more.👇

Arizona hospitals are sounding the alarm over the reconciliation budget and the cuts being made to Medicaid.

07/03/2025

The Health System Alliance of Arizona expresses profound concern and disappointment following the narrow, party-line passage of H.R. 1, "The One Big Beautiful Bill," by Congress. This legislative action includes numerous provisions that will severely destabilize Arizona’s healthcare delivery system.

This decision by Congress poses far-reaching negative consequences for the healthcare of every Arizonan. We anticipate a significant increase in the number of uninsured individuals in our state and other significant hinderances to serving our growing and aging population. Substantial damage to the economic well-being of Arizona's towns, cities, counties, and the entire state will occur.

The historic cuts to Medicaid funding within H.R. 1 will directly impact the capacity of our hospitals and health systems to deliver essential services to all Arizonans, not just those relying on Medicaid. These changes will inevitably force individuals seeking care into emergency departments instead of allowing them to access timely and appropriate care. This will lead to hospitals shouldering increased unpaid costs, which will ultimately drive up healthcare premiums for everyone.

If you've already faced difficulties finding a doctor, securing appointments with specialists, or experiencing long waits in emergency departments, these challenges are poised to worsen significantly as a direct result of Congressional action. Arizona’s healthcare providers and the State of Arizona cannot absorb the magnitude of these cuts without having to make immediate and difficult decisions.

Despite the immense challenges presented by the passage of H.R. 1, the Health System Alliance of Arizona remains steadfast in our mission to provide high-quality and accessible healthcare for all Arizonans. We will continue to advocate tirelessly for the healthcare needs of our communities.

07/02/2025

"We are going to do everything we can to make clear the impacts it will have on the state, and hopefully our members of Congress will do the right thing and stop this from going into law," Hobbs said. "Because it will devastate not just Arizona, it will devastate many states, and we don't have the capacity to mitigate these cuts." Governor Katie Hobbs

Gov. Katie Hobbs said repeatedly that Arizona does not have the money to fill in the gaps left by federal Medicaid cuts.

07/02/2025

STATEMENT: SENATE VOTE ENDANGERS HEALTHCARE ACCESS FOR ARIZONA’S MOST VULNERABLE POPULATIONS—CHILDREN, SENIORS, PREGNANT WOMEN, AND INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

The "One Big Beautiful Bill," which narrowly passed the Senate this morning with a vote of 51-50, threatens to damage Arizona’s healthcare delivery system, greatly increase the number of uninsured in the State, and cause significant harm to the economy. As passed by the Senate, the legislation would severely hamper hospitals' ability to provide essential care across the state to every patient—not just those on Medicaid.

The Health System Alliance of Arizona, representing approximately 80% of hospital-related care in the state, opposes several provisions of the Senate bill. Our member organizations, including Abrazo Health, Banner Health, Carondelet Health, Dignity Health, HonorHealth, and Northern Arizona Healthcare, operate in over 40 Arizona cities and towns and employ over 88,000 individuals. We see firsthand the critical role AHCCCS, Arizona’s Medicaid program, plays as a lifeline for over 2 million Arizonans, including low-income families, seniors, children, individuals with disabilities, and pregnant mothers. AHCCCS is also a vital component in maintaining Arizona’s overall healthcare delivery system for all residents.

The bill passed by the Senate proposes unprecedented cuts to Medicaid funding. Should the House pass this bill, it will create immense damage to Arizona's healthcare infrastructure. The projected payment reductions to hospitals and doctors are staggering, escalating annually to a total of $7.8 billion through 2032, averaging $1.1 billion in cuts per year. Furthermore, the draft language mandates a 10% annual reduction to payment and quality incentive programs. These programs are crucial for covering the costs hospitals and health systems incur to ensure timely and quality care access for every community.

Hospitals and doctors are already underpaid by government programs for the critical healthcare services they provide. This bill will exacerbate this long-standing issue of underpayment to a breaking point, threatening the very foundation of our healthcare infrastructure. If you have experienced challenges finding a doctor, getting in to see a specialist, or endured long wait times in an emergency department, these problems will only worsen due to the actions Congress is taking.

Lawmakers are aware of the severe impact these cuts will have on hospital funding, evidenced by their attempts to offer one-time funding to rural hospitals. However, the rural funding will not begin to offset the extensive cuts, nor will it address the systemic damage this bill inflicts upon the entire healthcare ecosystem.

Arizona’s healthcare providers and the State of Arizona simply cannot absorb the magnitude of the cuts that the Senate has just approved. The responsibility now falls to the House of Representatives to reject this harmful legislation and protect their constituents and communities from harm. We urge the House to prioritize the health and well-being of all Arizonans and ensure our healthcare system remains robust and accessible.

07/02/2025

The reconciliation bill passed by the U.S. Senate today will have devastating impacts on our healthcare system and those that rely on it including Arizona children. Learn more. 👇

Medicaid cuts would hurt vulnerable children, cost jobs and trigger an economic crisis in Arizona.

06/30/2025

The U.S. Senate is considering a federal budget that will devastate Arizona's healthcare system. Tell your representative to VOTE NO at: https://www.votervoice.net/AZ4BHC/Campaigns/124549/Respond

06/29/2025