Health Systems Planning

The Health Systems Planning Process (HSP) is a web based software program developed by and for the IHS specifically to aid in the planning and preliminary design of health facilities. Based upon the expertise of experienced IHS personnel, and the historical record of previously constructed health centers and hospitals, a statistical model was created utilizing population numbers and demographics to determine certain criteria, such as the appropriate numbers of exam rooms, dental chairs, size of pharmacy, labor & delivery, etc. to be allocated to provide care for a specific population. It then determines a proposed size for such a facility with department-by-department breakdowns.

• Health Systems Planning Process [PDF - 282 KB]

HSP Access

You can access the software online. Follow the onscreen information to request an account if you are new user.

If you are having any issues with HSP please email CDR Omobogie Amadasu. In the subject line please indicate issue. Examples include login problems, software crashes, errors and omissions. If email is not available please call 301-443-4751 with your request.

On-Demand Training

• Training: Using Arcview GIS to plan your HSP Project Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov 
• Training: Calculating the OEHE Staffing needs using HSP Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov 
• Training: How to use HSP to complete a Small Ambulatory Program application Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov 
• Training: HSP Office Hours #1 (Topics: Bugs, Small Ambulatory Program, using GIS for nearby facilities) Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov 
• Training: HSP Office Hours #2 (Topics: Staff Planning, Starting new Project, using draft DFPC SOP to plan) Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov 
• Training: HSP Office Hours (9-2024) using HSP to Estimate RRM Staffing and O&M Costs Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov