Utah healthcare leaders are strategizing to ensure long-term sustainability amid increasing pressures.
Three key challenges
- Financial sustainability: “Rising costs is one challenge, plus ongoing changes in reimbursement that we have to combat.” — Jeremy Bradshaw, CommonSpirit Health’s Utah Market President
- Workforce investment: “One of the things we’ve been extremely focused on is what retention means to caregivers these days.” — Susan Robel, Canyon Region President for Intermountain Health
- Service continuity: “We’re continuing to provide all services, whether they create a margin or lose money.” — Charlton Park, CFO of University of Utah Health
Why it matters
Nonprofit hospitals form the backbone of Utah’s healthcare infrastructure, providing comprehensive care regardless of profitability.
What’s next
Healthcare systems are:
- Strengthening advocacy partnerships with UHA and policymakers
- Creating robust caregiver retention programs
- Developing flexible care models that maximize resources while maintaining quality
These proactive measures aim to preserve access to essential healthcare services for all Utah communities despite mounting economic pressures.