WHA goes beyond data. We bring together employers, health plans, providers, and community organizations to turn insights into action.
Our initiatives tackle the biggest drivers of cost, waste, and inequity in Washington’s health care system — because better data alone doesn’t change the system. People working together does.

Recent Initiatives

1

Low Back Pain Implementation Collaborative

Focus Area / Evidence-Based Care

Getting Low Back Pain Treatment Right

Low back pain is one of the most overtreated conditions in American medicine — and one of the most expensive. WHA's Low Back Pain Implementation Collaborative brought together employers, health plans, and providers to shift the standard of care toward evidence-based treatment. The goal: patients recover faster, avoid unnecessary procedures, and spend less out of pocket.

Learn more about the Collaborative
2

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiative

Focus Area / Health Equity

Building a System That Works for Everyone

Washington's health care system does not serve everyone equally. WHA's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiative uses data to surface disparities by race, ethnicity, and community — and convenes members to build concrete solutions. Because improving health in Washington means improving it for every Washingtonian.

Explore the DEI Initiative
3

Own Your Health

Focus Area / Consumer Empowerment

Helping Washingtonians Take Charge of Their Care

Own Your Health gives Washington residents the tools and information to make smarter, more confident decisions about their care. From finding high-quality providers to understanding costs before scheduling, Own Your Health puts patients in the driver's seat — so they can get the right care at the right price.

Visit Own Your Health
4

The Obesity Workgroup

Focus Area / Employer Benefits

Helping Employers Better Support Employee Health

The Obesity Workgroup brought together public and private employers and union trusts for a candid look at what's working — and what isn't — in their health and wellness benefits. Over four months, members identified specific changes employers can make to better support employees managing their weight and long-term health outcomes.

Learn about the Workgroup