About Us

Founded in 1920, the National Health Council brings diverse organizations together to forge consensus and drive patient-centered health policy.

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Active Members

We Bring Together the
Entire Health Community.

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Resources

We promote increased access to affordable, high-value, sustainable health care.

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Engage with us on a variety of health care-related topics.

We Are All Patients

Everyone has faced challenges navigating the health care system as either a patient or a caregiver. 

If you are living with a chronic condition or caring for someone who is, you are not alone. The National Health Council is working with patient advocacy groups to make sure your voice is heard in Washington. 

Share your story and help us show that patients aren’t just statistics—we are people who deserve to be heard. 

Issue Areas

Value

The U.S. health care system is undergoing a transformation in how it delivers and pays for care. As traditional fee-for-service gives way to value-based arrangements…

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Real-World Evidence

As health researchers, policymakers, and regulators establish standards and structure for using real-world data (RWD) as evidence in regulatory and clinical…

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Standards of Excellence Certification Program®

Patient advocacy members meet the NHC Standards of Excellence, demonstrating the highest degree of accountability and transparency. 

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Made up of 180 national health-related organizations and businesses, the NHC’s core membership includes the nation’s leading patient advocacy organizations.

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The NHC delivers a wide range of member services to help our members succeed.

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