Michael Bilton
About Michael Bilton
Michael Bilton serves as the System Director for Community Health and Community Benefit at CommonSpirit Health, bringing over two decades of experience in community health initiatives and hospital community benefit regulation. His previous roles include leadership positions at Dignity Health, Verité Healthcare Consulting, and the American Hospital Association.
Work at CommonSpirit Health
Michael Bilton serves as the System Director for Community Health and Community Benefit at CommonSpirit Health. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization's commitment to enhancing community health initiatives. His role focuses on developing strategies that address the health needs of vulnerable populations, ensuring that community health programs are effective and responsive.
Previous Experience in Community Health
Prior to his current role, Michael Bilton worked at Dignity Health as the Senior Director of Community Health and Benefit from 2015 to 2019. He also held the position of Director of Community Health Programs at Health Research & Educational Trust (HRET) from 2003 to 2007. His experience includes directing community benefit reporting for a large not-for-profit health system, managing approximately $3 billion in community benefit initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Michael Bilton earned a Bachelor of Arts from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Public Policy from the Harris School of Public Policy at the University of Chicago. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in philanthropic grant-making and community health needs assessments.
Background in Health Organizations
Michael Bilton has over two decades of experience in the health sector, particularly within non-profit hospitals and health systems. He previously served as the Executive Director of the Association for Community Health Improvement at the American Hospital Association from 2003 to 2012. His roles have consistently focused on enhancing community responsiveness and accountability in health services.
Leadership Roles in Healthcare Consulting
Before joining CommonSpirit Health, Michael Bilton worked at Verité Healthcare Consulting, LLC as Vice President from 2013 to 2014. His leadership in healthcare consulting has contributed to his understanding of community health regulations and reporting, further enhancing his ability to implement effective community health strategies.