A Budget to Strengthen New Jersey’s Health Care System
In her recent preview of the upcoming state budget, Governor Mikie Sherrill addressed the “serious structural deficit” facing New Jersey—a projected $3 billion gap exacerbated by the expiration of pandemic-era funds and looming federal cuts. The Governor rightly noted that “tough choices” are ahead to achieve a balanced budget without raising taxes. As we navigate these fiscal pressures,…Read More…
Take Five with Mia Connolly
Mia Connolly, New Jersey Market Director, Oscar Health, a member of the Quality Institute’s Plan Council. Oscar Health has been described as a technology-forward company. How does Oscar use technology to better engage with its members? We were founded to be both a technology company and an insurance company. Technology powers the health care experience and helps…Read More…
Take Five Interview with Wardell Sanders
Wardell Sanders, President, New Jersey Association of Health Plans Can you provide some key data about New Jersey’s individual health insurance market, such as its role and size? If you don’t have public health insurance, such as Medicare or Medicaid, or employer sponsored health coverage, the individual market is critical. The individual market is for…Read More…
Helping New Jersey Implement H.R.1 and Preserve Health Care Access
At the Quality Institute, we support ways to keep people insured and to improve access to health care. The passage of H.R.1, along with other federal policy changes, make both goals much harder to achieve and will harm people living in the Garden State. To help State Leaders and health care providers prepare for those…Read More…
Quality Institute Member Events — Starting Out Strong in 2026
At the Quality Institute, we’ve started 2026 with clear priorities and focus. Earlier this week, we gathered members in South Jersey for a regional member meet-up. Thank you to The Cooperative for hosting us in their welcoming community room in Camden. Catching up with health care leaders in South Jersey who talked about their commitment to…Read More…
NJ rewrites license rules for outpatient treatment centers
State creates one license for providers offering primary care, mental health and addiction services Bobby Brier, Mental Health Writer | January 22, 2026 | Health Care Credit: (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)File photo For at least a decade, health care providers, state regulators and advocates worked to rewrite the rules governing outpatient facilities – rules that barred providers from offering…Read More…
Advancing Maternal and Infant Health: Progress Made, Work Ahead
Tomorrow is Maternal Health Awareness Day, established to highlight the urgent need to improve maternal health outcomes, address persistent racial and ethnic disparities, and ensure that every person who gives birth receives safe, high-quality, and respectful care — before, during, and after pregnancy. At the Quality Institute, we have invested significantly in building alliances, developing…Read More…