COHC History

How We Began

Central Oregon has a long history of working collaboratively to improve health and address complex challenges.

The Central Oregon Health Council (COHC) was established to build on that tradition — aligning partners, strengthening accountability, and improving health outcomes across the region.

Key Milestones

• 2007: Central Oregon selected for health system transformation efforts
• 2009: Regional partners begin coordinated work to address shared challenges
• 2011: State legislation establishes COHC as a regional governance entity
• 2012: COHC becomes the governing body for the Central Oregon Coordinated Care Organization (CCO)

A Regional Approach

COHC was designed to:

• Provide governance oversight of Medicaid services
• Align partners across sectors
• Support shared planning and data use
• Strengthen collaboration across the region

Today

COHC continues to serve as a regional convener and governance body, working with partners to improve health outcomes and advance shared priorities.

Together, we are building a healthier Central Oregon.