FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 4, 2026
Contact: Candace Zafirellis, NJPCA Senior Coordinator of Communications
(609) 689-9930 or [email protected]
HealthEfficient and New Jersey Primary Care Association Announce Strategic Partnership to Strengthen Data-Driven Care Across New Jersey
Hamilton, New Jersey — HealthEfficient, a nationally recognized non-profit organization and federally-designated Health Center Controlled Network (HCCN), and the New Jersey Primary Care Association (NJPCA) today announced a new strategic partnership to support community health centers across New Jersey in advancing clinical quality, operational performance, and data-driven care.
Through this collaboration, NJPCA will work alongside HealthEfficient to expand engagement in HealthEfficient’s federally funded HCCN, connecting New Jersey health centers to a national network of more than 65 member organizations focused on leveraging Health Information Technology to improve patient outcomes.
“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to strengthening the capacity of New Jersey’s community health centers,” said Alan Mitchell, Executive Director of HealthEfficient. “By working closely with NJPCA, we can better align national resources with local needs and accelerate meaningful improvements in care delivery.”
The agreement supports HealthEfficient’s HCCN program through July 2027 and focuses on outreach, engagement, coordination, and targeted practice facilitation support for participating health centers, including HealthEfficient’s cohort of 11 participating health centers in New Jersey.
Advancing Key Priorities for Community Health Centers
The partnership is designed to help health centers address critical priorities, including:
- Using data and analytics to improve clinical quality and operational performance
- Enhancing interoperability and health information exchange
- Expanding participation in value-based care models
- Strengthening the identification and response to patients’ health-related social needs
- Leveraging modern technologies, including FHIR-based applications and advanced analytics
HealthEfficient brings deep expertise in electronic health record optimization, data strategy, and performance improvement, while NJPCA contributes longstanding relationships with New Jersey health centers and a strong understanding of local needs and priorities.
A Collaborative, Practice-Focused Approach
Under the partnership, NJPCA will support:
- Recruitment and onboarding of participating health centers
- Ongoing engagement and coordination across members
- Facilitation of peer learning and collaboration
- Alignment of HCCN activities with statewide priorities
HealthEfficient will provide technical assistance, implementation support, and national best practices drawn from its work across multiple states and regions, including the Pacific Islands.
“This collaboration allows us to connect our members to a broader ecosystem of expertise and innovation,” said Selina Haq, President and CEO of NJPCA. “Together, we can support our centers create a seamless continuum of care for their patient communities that thrives on data informed care delivery approaches.”
Building a Stronger, More Connected Network
The partnership also creates new opportunities for peer learning among New Jersey health centers and across HealthEfficient’s national network. Participating organizations will be able to share best practices, learn from high-performing peers, and collaborate on solutions to common challenges.
By aligning NJPCA’s statewide leadership with HealthEfficient’s national capabilities, the partnership establishes a strong foundation for sustained improvement in health center performance and patient outcomes.
About HealthEfficient
HealthEfficient is a mission-driven nonprofit that empowers community health centers and other safety-net providers to achieve clinical and operational excellence. As a federally funded Health Center Controlled Network (HCCN), HealthEfficient delivers national-scale programs focused on data, health information technology, and performance improvement. Beyond its HCCN work, the organization provides consulting, implementation support, and strategic guidance across areas such as data strategy, electronic health records, value-based care, and practice transformation. In addition to NJPCA, HealthEfficient also partners with the District of Columbia PCA, the Pacific Islands PCA, and the Florida Association of Community Health Centers. For more information about HealthEfficient, please visit https://healthefficient.org.
About the New Jersey Primary Care Association (NJPCA)
The New Jersey Primary Care Association (NJPCA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing access to high-quality, comprehensive primary care for underserved populations across the state. NJPCA represents and supports New Jersey’s community health centers, also known as (FQHCs), which collectively operate more than 130 sites and serve over 620,000 residents annually. Through policy, advocacy, and technical assistance, NJPCA works to strengthen the capacity of health centers and promote equitable, community-based care. The organization plays a central role in convening stakeholders, fostering collaboration, and advancing initiatives that improve health outcomes across New Jersey. For more information about NJPCA, please visit https://www.njpca.org.
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For more information, please contact Candace Zafirellis.
