about lihnc
Our Mission
To collaborate and provide quality healthcare in a manner that is locally focused and valued by the independent communities we serve.
Our vision
To continuously foster a statewide network of independent healthcare providers sharing resources to improve patient care and reduce costs.
Our Values
Quality, to seek better solutions for the patients, communities, and organizations we serve.
Independence, to preserve community hospitals and maintain independent community driven health priorities while collaborating together.
Teamwork, to compliment with each other in a manner which strengthens healthcare delivery and to capitalize on the strengths of our members working together.
What is the Louisiana Independent Hospital Network Coalition?
A collaborative of independent Louisiana hospitals that are not affiliated with large systems
Acronym is “LIHNC”
The vision is for the collaborative to include hospitals and other providers across the state
Legal entity is a Louisiana limited liability company (LLC)
Each hospital member maintains its independent status and its unique identity
Click here to view list of LIHNC members.
Motivations for forming a Network Alliance
Each Hospital remains independent, respected and protected through the alliances structure. Each remains economically independent.
Achieve economies-of-scale through joint purchasing and similar strategies
Leverage current and future information technology investments
Sustain members as they learn to thrive under new care models
Develop care coordination and quality improvement using evidence-based
clinical guidelinesWork together to share opportunities and develop meaningful relationships