As part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is additional criteria for hospitals to maintain their tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) status. Hospitals must conduct a CHNA at least once every three years, gathering input from a broad range of groups, including public health officials, local agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community members. This process ensures that hospitals are effectively addressing the most pressing health needs in their communities.
Cibola General Hospital recently completed a CHNA that includes all surrounding communities, gathering valuable input from a wide range of participants such as public health systems, nonprofits, local agencies, and residents. This collaborative effort has led to important recommendations, which will help guide future initiatives and improve the health of Cibola County. The assessment focuses on identifying and evaluating health-related challenges and opportunities, with the goal of improving health outcomes and addressing inequities within the community.
Cibola General Hospital, along with its community partners, remains deeply committed to enhancing the health and well-being of the region. With a history of investing in community health programs, the hospital continues to work with local organizations to address the most urgent needs. This includes analyzing key data, such as population demographics, socio-economic factors, and healthcare service utilization, to ensure that the community’s needs are being met and that all residents have equal access to care.
Cibola General Hospital invites you to view the full report of our Community Health Needs Assessments. We welcome feedback on these assessments in the designated areas. If you would like to get involved with these initiatives, contact our Marketing Director at (505)287-5208.