This white paper, developed by the Tennessee Heart Health Network Executive Council, its Population Health Subcommittee, and Tennessee Population Health Consortium staff provides an overview of the evidence supporting MI-based health coaching and its application within Tennessee. It highlights national trends, state-specific health challenges, and the role of health coaching in addressing chronic disease. The recommendations outlined here are designed to guide organizations in implementing scalable, patient-centered strategies that align with Tennessee’s population health priorities and provide a framework for Tennessee policymakers, health plans, and healthcare providers to improve care by implementing evidence-based health coaching programs. Click here to download.


