The PCA Oral Health Collaborative (POHC) is  a key partner in efforts to achieve the national goal of increasing access to quality oral health care. Uniquely positioned as a primary care association peer network, the opportunities to support and protect  policies as well as the ability to provide direct technical assistance  to Federally Qualified Health Centers are unmatched. POHC is  comprised of oral health representatives from PCAs from across the  nation, representing more than 37 states. 

Who We Are

A collaborative oral health network of Primary Care Associations supporting Community Health Centers.

Mission

Leading innovative change to optimize oral health within the whole person care model.

Vision

We envision an equitable health system where oral health is:
• Accessible to everyone
• Recognized as an integral component of the whole person care model
• An equal partner in health policy planning and system change
• Indispensable in overall data-driven care and quality improvement
• Incorporated in emerging payment methodologies

POHC STRATEGIC PRIORITY AREAS

1. EQUITY & ACCESS – Promote models  of care that include oral health as a key part of social determinants of  health to provide person-centered, equitable, and compassionate care to  all.

2. COLLABORATION & PARTNERSHIPS –  Strengthen the network of Primary Care Associations (PCAs) to innovate  and drive change to benefit the communities we serve.

3. POLICY & ADVOCACY – Advance and protect oral health advocacy strategies to influence policy change.

4. PAYMENT REFORM & VALUE BASED CARE –  Lead initiatives to transform the payment and care systems to integrate  oral health in order to optimize overall health.

5. DATA COLLECTION & UTILIZATION –  Support efforts at state and national levels to identify a standardized  data set and increase data utilization in service of NOHIIN strategic  areas.