Heartland Whole Health Institute is a nonprofit organization established in 2019 by Alice Walton. The institute aims to transform the U.S. healthcare system by promoting a whole-person approach that addresses physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. It focuses on preventing chronic diseases, improving health outcomes, reducing costs, and expanding access through value-based care models.
Headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, the institute engages with health systems, communities, policymakers, and other partners to advocate for a shift from fee-for-service to value-based payment systems. Key initiatives include the Whole Health Coaching Project, which offers free health coaching to patients, and the Health Care Transformation Demonstration Project, a pilot program studying interventions for cardiometabolic conditions. The institute also emphasizes policy advocacy for telehealth expansion and new payment models, aiming to enhance healthcare access, especially in underserved areas. Through partnerships with organizations like Mercy and Cleveland Clinic, Heartland Whole Health Institute works to implement innovative care models and improve healthcare delivery in the Heartland region and beyond.
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