Operating in the Red: Half of Rural Hospitals Lose Money, as Many Cut Services
Source
KFF Health News
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Date
Mar 7, 2024
Summary
Reports on financial struggles for rural hospitals across the country leading to department and facility closures and many more at risk of closure. Highlights common rural health disparities and notes the impact of closures on rural communities. Discusses the impact of various policies on rural hospitals including Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement as well as the Rural Emergency Hospital designation.
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Access · Closures of healthcare facilities and services · Health disparities · Health insurance · Healthcare business and finance · Hospitals · Policy · Reimbursement and payment models · Rural Emergency Hospitals