ABOUT THE HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION

The Hospital Association of San Diego and Imperial Counties (HASD&IC) was established in 1956 (then the Hospital Council) and is a non-profit organization representing over 35 hospitals and integrated health systems in the two-county area. Member hospitals represent over 8,000 licensed beds; range from small, rural hospitals to large, urban medical centers; and include not-for-profits (49%), district (13%), investor-owned (19%), and city/county/state/federal (19%) facilities.

HASD&IC's mission is to support its members by advancing the organization, management and effective delivery of affordable, medically necessary, quality health care services for the communities of San Diego and Imperial counties. HASD&IC provides strong leadership, representation and advocacy with local governmental entities, business coalitions, the media, community organizations, and the public. HASD&IC's board of directors represents all member sectors and provides policy direction to ensure the interests of member hospitals and health systems are preserved and promoted.

For more information contact:

Hospital Association of San Diego and Imperial Counties
5575 Ruffin Road, Suite 225
San Diego, CA 92123
Tel (858) 614-0200
Fax (858) 614-0201
www.hasdic.org

Organized under the auspices of HASD&IC is the nationally recognized Community Health Improvement Partners (CHIP), a collaboration of San Diego health care systems, hospitals, community clinics, insurers, physicians, universities, community benefit organizations and the County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency, and all of whom are dedicated to a common vision of improved health for the San Diego communities.

HASD&IC is a corporate partner of California Hospital Association (CHA). For comprehensive information on important health care issues affecting California hospitals and health systems and for links to other state and national healthcare-related sites, visit the CHA website. Members will also have access to state-level talking points, background papers, special reports, up-to-date legislative information, CHA positions, and information you will need to Take Action!.

CONTRIBUTE TO CHPAC!

The California Hospital Association Political Action Committee (CHPAC) is a vital component to HASD&IC 's overall advocacy program. Visit the CHA web site for more information on giving levels, corporate donors, upcoming CHPAC events, and to download a contribution form. Need materials to conduct your California Hospital Association Political Action Committee (CHPAC) campaign? Have questions, comments or suggestions? For more information contact CHPAC's Executive Director, Justin Matheson at (916) 552-7533.