Adirondack Health Institute (AHI) Market Research Report
Company Overview
Name, Mission of the Company
- Name: Adirondack Health Institute (AHI)
- Mission: To lead and work collaboratively with community partners on innovative initiatives that advance quality, improve access and affordability, and transform health care delivery in the Adirondack region.
Founding Information
- Founded in: 1987
- Founders: Initially operated as the Upper Hudson Primary Care Consortium (UHPCC), founded by Hudson Headwaters Health Network, Compre-Care, Inc., Benedict Health Center, and Adirondack Region Primary Care.
Key People
- Karen Ashline: Chief Executive Officer
- Sarah Wright: Chief Financial Officer
- Jeffrey Hiscox: Chief Operating and Compliance Officer
- Louann Villani: Executive Director of Practice Innovation Solutions
Headquarters
- Address:
- 100 Glen Street, Suite 1A, Glens Falls, NY 12801
- 21 Plattsburgh Plaza, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Number of Employees
- No information is available
Revenue
- No information is available
What the Company is Known For
- AHI is known for supporting hospitals, physician practices, behavioral health providers, and community-based organizations in the Adirondack region to transform health care and improve population health.
Products
Overview
Adirondack Health Institute (AHI) offers a variety of programs focused on health care services and community support.
Products Offered
- Adirondack Rural Health Network (ARHN)
- AHI Health Home Care Management
- Clear the Air in the Southern Adirondacks (CASA)
- Community Health Access to Addiction and Mental Healthcare Project (CHAMP)
- Enrollment Assistance Services and Education (EASE)
- North Country Care Coordination Collaborative (NCCCC)
- Practice Innovation Solutions
- Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) III
High-Level Description and Key Features
1. AHI Health Home Care Management
- Description: A care management service that coordinates medical and behavioral health care by linking community and social supports with health care for high-risk Medicaid members.
- Key Features: Improved care coordination, reduced emergency department visits, cost efficiency, partnership with primary care and behavioral health organizations.
2. Enrollment Assistance Services and Education (EASE)
- Description: Assists individuals, families, and small business owners in enrolling in health insurance through the NY State of Health Marketplace.
- Key Features: Free assistance, comprehensive plan comparisons, financial eligibility checks, access to various plans including Medicaid and Child Health Plus.
3. Community Health Access to Addiction and Mental Healthcare Project (CHAMP)
- Description: Helps individuals and families access necessary substance use disorder and mental health treatment services.
- Key Features: Free and confidential service, enrollment assistance, access to treatment, addressing insurance benefits issues.
Recent Developments
Board Members Addition
- Christopher Hickey: Appointed to AHI’s Board of Directors in August 2024
- Background: Former healthcare CFO, extensive experience in healthcare finance.
- Donna McGregor: Appointed to the Board in 2022
- Background: President at St. Lawrence Health System, significant experience in healthcare financial management.
- Paul Scimeca: Appointed to the Board in February 2022
- Background: Interim President/CEO at Glens Falls Hospital, experienced in healthcare administration.
New Partnerships and Initiatives
- Telehealth/Telemedicine Expansion: Supported by a grant from the Charles R. Wood Foundation to expand telehealth capacity, improve care, and support patients post-discharge.
New Features
- Cultural Competency and Health Literacy (CCHL) Initiatives: Launched to promote health equity and improve the quality of care services by providing clear and concise communication to the served individuals.
Events and News
- No upcoming events planned as per the latest calendar.
- AHInformer Newsletter: Subscribe for the latest updates from AHI.
Conclusion
Adirondack Health Institute continues to innovate within the healthcare sector by enhancing community support services, improving healthcare access, and by focusing on organizational transformation. Their commitment to improving the healthcare delivery system through initiatives like telehealth, health home care management, and their partners’ collaborative efforts remain central to their mission.
