BALLAD HEALTH: TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE IN THE APPALACHIAN HIGHLANDS Ballad Health is a community health improvement organization dedicated to serving 29 counties across the Appalachian Highlands, encompassing Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, Northwest North Carolina and Southeast Kentucky. Our mission is clear: to honor those we serve by delivering the best possible care to the nearly one million people who call this region home. Our integrated network includes 20 hospitals, post-acute care services, behavioral health programs and a large multi-specialty group physician practice. We collaborate closely with an independent medical community and local stakeholders to deliver personalized, accountable care tailored to the unique needs of our region. We are proud to lead in the adoption of value-based payment models, focusing on outcomes rather than volume, ensuring patients receive the best care at the most affordable cost. Recognizing that health goes beyond hospital walls, we’re addressing health-related social needs, such as access to nutritious food, transportation and housing. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our funding of clinical and health systems research and our dedication to long-term investments in programs that foster strong, healthy children and families. At Ballad Health, we are your neighbors, and this is our community, too.This shared connection drives our passion for creating a national model for rural health and healthcare – one that others can follow. Our promise is to listen, respond and remain accountable to the people we serve. Our dedication and expertise have earned us national recognition. Hospitals across Ballad Health have received numerous awards for excellence in care, including honors from the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association for life-saving stroke and cardiac care. Our facilities consistently rank among the best in quality and patient satisfaction, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care. Ballad Health is more than a healthcare system – we’re a partner in creating healthier communities. Together, we’re building a brighter future for the Appalachian Highlands. For more information about our innovative programs, recent accolades, and how we’re shaping the future of healthcare in rural America, visit www.balladhealth.org.
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