Indiana Hospital Association

06/24/2026

Every day, insurance companies are saying “no” to care Hoosiers need.

It’s a growing concern for patients across the country. A new survey from the Coalition to Strengthen America's Healthcare found that nearly 80% of American voters are concerned about corporate health insurance companies denying or delaying doctor-ordered treatments.

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06/23/2026

Please join us in congratulating Chief Anthony "Tony" Pope of Columbus Regional Health on being named a 2026 Douglas J. Leonard Indiana Caregiver of the Year Award recipient!

Tony has spent a lifetime serving others—from his military service and law enforcement career to his leadership in healthcare safety and emergency preparedness. At Columbus Regional Health, he has helped create a culture where patients, families, and healthcare workers feel safe, cared for, and supported.

Through innovative workplace violence prevention efforts, staff education, and a commitment to compassionate service, Tony has shown that caregiving comes in many forms. His leadership has improved the healthcare experience for countless patients and caregivers alike.

Congratulations, Tony, on this well-deserved honor, and thank you for your extraordinary service to healthcare and the communities you serve.
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🎥 Watch the congratulatory video and learn more about the extraordinary impact Tony has made on healthcare, patients and his community.

06/23/2026

Join us in congratulating Brooke Randol, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BC, CMSRN, CWS, of Parkview Health on being named a 2026 Douglas J. Leonard Indiana Caregiver of the Year Award recipient!

As a clinical nurse specialist specializing in wound care, Brooke has dedicated her career to helping patients heal while improving care for entire communities. From expanding access to wound care services in rural areas through telehealth to leading innovative efforts that prevent hospital-acquired pressure injuries, her work is making a difference every day.

Known for her compassion, expertise, and commitment to teaching others, Brooke embodies the very best of healthcare.

Congratulations, Brooke, and thank you for the incredible care you provide to patients across Indiana and beyond! ❤️

🎥 Watch the congratulatory video and learn more about the extraordinary impact Brooke has made on healthcare, patients, and her community.

06/17/2026

Johnson Memorial Health is one of 16 Indiana hospitals forced to close their obstetrics programs since 2020 due to growing financial pressures.

This means more pregnant women who have to travel farther for the care they need.

Community hospitals need stronger Medicaid reimbursement and policies that support and preserve local access to maternity care.

Read more from the Daily Journal: https://brnw.ch/21x3r1G

06/16/2026

Violence shouldn’t be part of the job for Indiana’s hospital workers.

A new state law effective July 1 increases penalties for violence against healthcare professionals and broadens protections for more members of the care team.

The people who care for us in our hardest moments deserve to feel safe at work.

Read more below from Johnette Cruz at 93.1 WIBC-FM 👇

Healthcare professionals nationwide are facing a troubling rise in workplace violence. To combat this trend, healthcare employers are uniting Friday, June 5, to recognize the 10th annual Hospitals Against Violence Day.

06/11/2026

People across Indiana rely on rural hospitals as the only source of care for miles.

But these hospitals are struggling with low reimbursement from Medicaid, delays and denials from insurers and financial instability.

Protecting rural hospitals means protecting Hoosiers’ access to essential health care services, close to home.

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Rural hospitals in Indiana are facing a crisis that could lead to more health deserts across the state, hospital leaders say. They cite financial factors that i

06/09/2026

Emergency departments are a critical safety net.

But as more Hoosiers lose access to insurance coverage, visits to Indiana emergency departments have surged by nearly 17% since 2025.

That’s what happens when more than 400,000 Hoosiers lose their health insurance. Uninsured patients delay care until it’s an emergency or use the ER for routine services.

Coverage gaps jeopardize patients’ health and strain our state’s whole health care system.

▶️Read more in the Indiana Capital Chronicle:

Indiana hospitals are reporting a double-digit increase in the percentage of emergency department visits since the start of 2025 — a rate that is expected to climb as more Hoosiers go without health insurance or opt for high-deductible plans to contend with surging premiums.

06/05/2026

A hospital should be a place of healing, not violence.

Today, as we recognize Hospitals Against Violence Day, Indiana hospitals are raising awareness about the growing impact of workplace violence on healthcare workers and the importance of new protections taking effect July 1.

Read below how healthcare leaders, frontline caregivers, and policymakers are working together to make hospitals safer for everyone.

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Healthcare professionals across the nation have experienced a rise in violence while on the job delivering care to patients. To prevent these disturbing attacks, healthcare employers are coming together on June 5 to recognize the 10th annual Hospitals Against Violence Day.

06/05/2026

𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟱 | 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆

Violence in hospitals isn’t a game.
Violence against health care workers can lead to real consequences — including fines, arrest, and limited non-emergent services.

Let’s keep hospitals safe for everyone.

06/05/2026

𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟱 | 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆

Help us spread the message: violence against health care workers is never acceptable and it is against the law.

Together, we can create safer hospitals for staff, patients, and visitors alike. Share this message to show your support!