Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services for Planning and Evaluation

U.S. government position

The Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) is a key position within the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The ASPE serves as the principal advisor to the Secretary of Health and Human Services on policy development and is responsible for major activities in policy coordination, legislation development, strategic planning, policy research, evaluation, and economic analysis.

Overview

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE) plays a critical role in the development of health and human services policy in the United States. The ASPE is tasked with providing advice and analysis on policy issues, conducting research and evaluation studies, and coordinating the development of strategic plans and policy initiatives across the department.

Responsibilities

The ASPE's responsibilities include:

• Policy Development: Advising the Secretary on policy issues and initiatives, and coordinating policy development across the department.
• Research and Evaluation: Conducting and overseeing research and evaluation studies to inform policy decisions.
• Strategic Planning: Leading the development of strategic plans and initiatives to guide the department's activities.
• Legislation Development: Assisting in the development of legislative proposals and analyzing the impact of proposed legislation.
• Economic Analysis: Conducting economic analyses to assess the impact of health and human services policies.

Organizational Structure

Organizational chart of the ASPE

The ASPE is organized into several offices, each focusing on different aspects of health and human services policy:

• Office of Health Policy: Focuses on issues related to health care access, quality, and financing.
• Office of Human Services Policy: Addresses policies related to welfare, child care, and other human services.
• Office of Science and Data Policy: Concentrates on data policy, privacy, and the use of science in policy development.
• Office of Disability, Aging, and Long-Term Care Policy: Deals with policies affecting the elderly and individuals with disabilities.

Role in Health and Human Services

The ASPE plays a pivotal role in shaping the policies that affect the health and well-being of Americans. By providing evidence-based analysis and strategic guidance, the ASPE helps ensure that the department's policies are effective and aligned with national priorities.

Related Pages

• United States Department of Health and Human Services
• Secretary of Health and Human Services
• Public health policy in the United States