American Hospital Association

The American Hospital Association (AHA) is a national organization that supports various hospitals, health care networks, and their patients. It includes nearly 5,000 hospitals and health care providers, along with 43,000 individual members. AHA focuses on representing its members' interests in national health policy, legislation, and regulations. The organization engages in advocacy efforts with both legislative and executive branches of government. Established in 1898, AHA also offers education for health care leaders and provides information on health care issues and trends.