The Office of Health Strategy and Coordination (OHSC) was established in the Georgia Code (Title 31 Chapter 53) by House Bill 186 in 2019. OHSC is part of the Governor’s Office and is administratively attached to the Office of Planning and Budget (OPB).

OHSC shares healthcare information and coordinate strategic healthcare policy between state agencies, healthcare providers, and the public. OHSC also helps develop innovative approaches for lowering health costs while improving access to quality healthcare. Additionally, House Bill 1013 assigned OHSC the responsibility of coordinating mental health policy and behavioral health services across state agencies.

The powers and duties of OHSC include:

  • Facilitating collaboration and coordination between state agencies
  • Coordinating health functions and outcomes, including mental health services
  • Serving as a forum for identifying Georgia's specific health issues of greatest concern
  • Promoting cooperation from both public and private partners to test new and innovative strategies

OHSC also advises the Governor on healthcare policy issues. OHSC also works on other specific healthcare related projects and issues for the State of Georgia.

The All-Payer Claims Database Advisory Committee is established within OHSC.