Fighting forAdvocating forInnovating for Independent Oncology Patients & Practices
The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) is a non-profit dedicated solely to advocating for independent community oncology patients and practices. Our mission is to ensure that patients can receive the highest quality, most affordable, and accessible cancer care close to home.
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COA 2025 End of Year Update: Strengthening Independent Community Oncology
2025 was filled with inspiring stories of innovation from practices who were navigating a changing health care landscape. For the Community Oncology Alliance (COA), our members continued to show us how agile they can be in delivering the best care to patients in the face of adversity. As we look back on last year, we have a lot to be proud of. You
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Congress Takes Important Step on PBMs, Telehealth, and Medicare in Government Funding Bill
The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) applauds Congress for passing the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026 (CAA), a bipartisan government funding package that includes several provisions that COA and our members have worked toward for years.
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COA Comments on Accelerating the Adoption and Use of Artificial Intelligence as Part of Clinical Care RFI
On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Community Oncology Alliance (“COA”), we are submitting this comment letter regarding the Request for Information: Accelerating the Adoption and Use of Artificial Intelligence as Part of Clinical Care (“RFI”).
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Community Oncology Alliance Releases a Comprehensive Legislative Framework for Health Care Reform
The Community Oncology Alliance (COA) announced today the release of the COA Prescription for Health Care Reform, a comprehensive blueprint that diagnoses the fundamental challenges facing our health care system, outlines the consequences for patients across America, and presents actionable solutions that Congress must act on now to address these urgent issues.
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Administrator Resources
Practice administrators, leaders, and executives can navigate operational barriers and work directly with peers from across the country. The COA Administrators Network connects community oncology practice leaders to discuss operations, contracting, organizational challenges, and advocacy updates that help practices succeed. See how COA supports practice leadership.
Pharmacist Resources
COA equips pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with useful networks and resources to maximize their pharmacy’s performance. Through the Community Oncology Pharmacy Association, every member of the pharmacy team can access a peer-to-peer collaborative network, tools to improve operations and track performance, and advocacy opportunities. Learn more about how COA empowers community oncology pharmacy teams.
Oncologist and Hematologist Resources
COA advocates for policies that protect the doctor-patient relationship, helping practices and physicians provide the best cancer care possible. We help providers navigate new payment and delivery models, offer tools to limit pharmacy benefit manager and insurer abuses, and optimize provider performance with benchmarking software. Find out how COA supports oncologists and hematologists.
Advocacy Resources
COA is community oncology’s voice in Washington and beyond. We lift the voices of patients, providers, and practices to federal and state policymakers and regulators via our national network of patients and professionals, the COA Patient Advocacy Network (CPAN). Tap into the power of advocacy through CPAN and access our advocacy resources.
Employer Resources
COA supports independent practices in finding innovative ways to ensure patients have high-quality, lower-cost cancer care. Partner with employers through the National Cancer Treatment Alliance, a clinically integrated network of independent community oncology practices, to provide high quality, affordable, and accessible patient-centered care, increase transparency, and reduce administrative burden. Learn more about how COA can help your practice achieve oncology payment reform.
Fellows Resources
COA supports future oncologists in learning why community oncology is the preferred practice setting. Through the COA Fellows Initiative, we educate new physicians to help fellows understand independent practice through free educational tools, interactive meetings and events, and a career opportunities database. Learn how COA helps fellows find community oncology.
Educational Events
Connect, learn, and advocate at COA events to enhance your advocacy skills and connect with your peers. Our annual Community Oncology Conference, monthly advocacy chats and peer network calls, and our Payer Exchange Summit on Oncology Payment Reform offer a chance to network and learn about the latest policy and practice trends. Sign up for our upcoming events.
