American Hospital Association–McKesson Quest for Quality Prize.

Award Announcement

American Hospital Association–McKesson Quest for Quality Prize.

August 2, 2023

American Hospital Association.

This award program recognizes organization-wide commitment to five key goals that support high-quality health care: access, health, innovation, affordability, individual as partner. The deadline for submitting an application for the 2024 award cycle has passed.

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