“PolicyMap is really the only platform I have seen that allows us to pull health outcomes, needs, and other essential data at a level below ZIP code.” - Jerusalem Getnet, MHA, Project Consultant
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Challenge

Health centers across the country must conduct market assessments every three years to meet Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) requirements for federal funding. Beyond these requirements, many centers also seek data to justify expansion projects for their boards and potential lenders.

Before adopting PolicyMap, Capital Link used a case-by-case approach to gather the required data. Access to census tract- and block-level data is essential for health centers to accurately assess their rapidly evolving communities. Capital Link needed a data solution that provided the required geographic granularity while eliminating the time-consuming process of manual data collection

Solution

PolicyMap has transformed Capital Link’s Market Assessment Process report by providing immediate access to a comprehensive range of critical data indicators, including demographics, economic trends, social risk factors, insurance coverage, and chronic health conditions. With census tract- and block-level data, Capital Link can now pinpoint areas with the greatest need for healthcare services, addressing HRSA requirements and supporting justifications for expansion projects. As housing markets shift and neighborhoods undergo rapid gentrification, PolicyMap enables Capital Link to anticipate changes in patient populations, helping health centers plan strategically.

By streamlining access to granular data, PolicyMap has enhanced Capital Link’s market assessment report, making it an indispensable tool for health centers. It supports identifying and evaluating growth opportunities, guiding strategic planning, and providing a strong foundation for financial forecasting and grant proposals. With PolicyMap, Capital Link ensures that health centers make data-informed decisions, ultimately serving the communities that need them most