Critical Financial Crisis Threatens Rural Healthcare Access
Hundreds of rural hospitals across America stand on the precipice of financial collapse, with healthcare funding cuts and coverage eligibility changes in the recently passed House reconciliation package…
Small and rural healthcare organizations have to grapple with many challenges that their larger counterparts are often better able to navigate. Not to do so could risk closure. Uncompensated care is a big one, of course….
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Randy Boldyga, CEO and Founder of RXNT
With tight-knit communities, strong traditions, and a deep sense of resilience, rural America is a key piece of our nation’s fabric. Yet, for many people living in these…
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CMS Halts State Program Funding
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced plans to significantly reduce Medicaid funding by ending federal matching for state health programs. In a letter sent to states…
Virtual Heart Care Bridges Critical Gaps
Nearly half of U.S. counties lack a cardiologist, leaving 22 million Americans without local cardiac care. These predominantly rural and disadvantaged areas face higher heart disease risks and shorter…
Bridging Rural Healthcare Gaps Through Innovation
Emergency medical services (EMS) play a critical role as first responders for patients experiencing health emergencies. In these situations, timing and accuracy are paramount to ensure proper patient care….
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What You Should Know:
– A new report commissioned by the Physicians Advocacy Institute (PAI) and conducted by Avalere reveals a significant decline in the number of independent physicians and medical practices…
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Rural Healthcare Under Digital Siege
Rural hospitals are struggling with mounting cybersecurity challenges while lacking essential resources to defend themselves. Microsoft has pledged commitment through public-private partnerships to address this vulnerability crisis, stating: “We can…
What You Should Know:
– Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) in Bolivar, Missouri, has announced a collaboration with Unite Us, a technology partner for social care transformation, to integrate its MEDITECH Expanse EHR with Unite Us’…
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As healthcare delivery continues to extend beyond the traditional hospital or clinic, patients nationwide are benefiting from greater convenience and access to care. But for rural communities, the impact of virtual care is even…
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