Why CHNAs Are No Longer Optional in a DOGE World
- JoAnn Andrews
- May 5
- 1 min read
DOGE modernization is here—and CHNAs that don’t meet its evolving standards are no longer defensible. Federal agencies, state grant reviewers, and accreditation bodies are demanding strategic, evidence-based documentation. That starts with your Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA).
At Ascendant Healthcare Partners, we go beyond compliance. We deliver clarity. We align your CHNA with the standards that matter: NACCHO’s DOGE Framework — https://www.naccho.org/programs/public-health-infrastructure/performance-improvement/doge, CDC Economic Evaluation — https://www.cdc.gov/econeval/index.html, and Healthy People 2030 — https://health.gov/healthypeople.
Outdated or checklist-style assessments are no longer enough. Modern CHNAs must:
Quantify gaps in access, health outcomes, and service delivery
Provide return-on-investment (ROI) estimates that justify interventions
Translate health data into actionable, fundable recommendations
Our solution:
Your CHNA shouldn’t just reflect your community—it should unlock your future funding.
At Ascendant Healthcare Partners, we believe your Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) should do more than check a box. It should be a powerful, actionable tool that positions your organization for strategic growth, informed decision-making, and measurable impact.
That’s why we design every CHNA to be:
Easy to manage – Our modular framework means your team can update and reference each section without needing a research team on standby.
Simple to interpret – We translate complex data into clear, visual insights through interactive dashboards and concise executive summaries.
Effortless to explain – Whether you’re presenting to internal leadership or external stakeholders, our ready-to-share materials help you communicate your findings with confidence and clarity.
We don’t just deliver a document—we deliver a roadmap that supports future funding, fosters collaboration, and helps you tell your community’s story in a compelling, equity-focused way.
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