Target: BP Initiative Recognizes 2,307 Healthcare Organizations for Hypertension Control Achievements
TL;DR
Organizations achieving Target: BP Gold recognition gain competitive advantage by demonstrating superior hypertension control rates and commitment to evidence-based care excellence.
Target: BP uses the AMA MAP framework and evidence-based protocols to systematically improve blood pressure control through organized care team approaches and continuous monitoring.
This initiative improves global health by reducing hypertension-related deaths and healthcare costs while ensuring equitable access to quality care for underserved populations.
Nearly half of US adults have high blood pressure, but only a quarter control it, making this silent killer a critical public health challenge.
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The American Heart Association and American Medical Association have recognized 2,307 healthcare organizations for their efforts in addressing hypertension through the Target: BP initiative, representing a significant increase of 495 organizations compared to 2024. This recognition comes at a critical time when nearly half of U.S. adults—122.4 million people—live with high blood pressure, yet only a quarter have their condition under control, according to the 2025 American Heart Association Statistical Update.
Launched in 2015, Target: BP is a national initiative designed to combat the high prevalence of uncontrolled blood pressure by leveraging American Heart Association science and the evidence-based AMA MAP™ framework. The program assists healthcare organizations in improving and sustaining blood pressure control through professional education, practice tools, and resources, while also providing support through quality improvement programs. This year's participating organizations span 49 states or U.S. territories and serve more than 38 million patients, including nearly 10.6 million people with hypertension.
Notably, more than 40% of participating organizations are nonprofit health centers that receive federal funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration, specifically targeting medically underserved populations. Among the recognized organizations, nearly 60% received Gold or Gold+ award level recognition for achieving blood pressure control rates of 70% or greater, while approximately 37% achieved Silver or Silver+ recognition for adopting evidence-based activities.
The significance of this initiative extends beyond recognition awards. Hypertension accounts for nearly $50 billion in annual healthcare costs in the U.S. and remains a leading preventable risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and premature death. Since its inception, more than 4,900 healthcare organizations have joined the Target: BP movement, with approximately 80% maintaining continuous engagement over the past five years, demonstrating sustained commitment to improving cardiovascular health outcomes.
Healthcare professionals and organizations can learn more about the program and its resources at TargetBP.org, where they can access tools and frameworks designed to help care teams organize their approach to providing evidence-based hypertension care and improve patient outcomes nationwide.
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