Million Hearts®, a national initiative co-led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), honors organizations that have helped 80% or more of their patients with hypertension achieve blood pressure control. This achievement reflects the dedication of CCWV’s team in delivering lifesaving care and reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke in West Virginia communities.
"If all health care organizations nationwide could match this level of performance, we would prevent hundreds of thousands of cardiovascular events and save countless lives," said Trish Collett, CEO of Community Care of West Virginia. "We are proud to be recognized for our efforts to ensure our patients live healthier, longer lives."
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, affects nearly half of U.S. adults, yet many are unaware of their condition. Through innovative approaches, personalized care plans, and a steadfast commitment to community health, CCWV has made significant strides in combating this silent epidemic.
As a 2024 Million Hearts® Champion, CCWV is setting the standard for high-quality, patient-centered care and continues to lead the way in addressing one of the nation’s most pressing health challenges.
For more information about Community Care of West Virginia and its programs, visit www.ccwv.org.
Community Care of West Virginia (CCWV) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in West Virginia serving over 50,000 patients from 30 West Virginia counties with eighteen (18) community health center locations, fifty (50) school-based health sites, nine (9) 340(b) pharmacies, and one (1) dental office. Community Care of West Virginia employs a dynamic team of more than 550 health professionals including MD, DO, FNP, PA-C, adult and adolescent psychiatrists, licensed and master's level behavioral therapists, RPH, and DDS’s. www.ccwv.org