About
About Maryland Hospital Association
The Maryland Hospital Association’s membership is composed of community, teaching, and specialty hospitals and health systems. Allied with the American Hospital Association, MHA is an independent organization headquartered in Elkridge, Maryland.
Mission
MHA serves Maryland’s hospitals and health systems through collective action to shape policies, practices, financing, and performance to advance health care and the health of all Marylanders.
Vision
MHA is Maryland’s most effective advocate for improving health care across our state and the health of all Marylanders.
Values
Leadership | Excellence | Integrity | Innovation | Collaboration | Resourcefulness | Service | Compassion
Introduction to MHA
MHA members can log in to view the Maryland Hospital Association 101: An Introduction for New Leaders guide for an overview of how MHA supports Maryland’s hospitals and health systems.
MHA Annual Report 2026
This 2026 Annual Report reflects a year of advocacy, strong member engagement, and meaningful results. Together, we advanced policy solutions, secured critical resources, and strengthened the position of hospitals across Maryland.
MHA’s History
Volunteer leaders governing hospitals, along with their executive management and medical staff leaders, founded the Maryland Hospital Association in 1970. The association was created as a forum for cooperation and communication among the state’s major health care providers.