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News by Topic: Critical Access Hospitals

Feb 23, 2026 - Discusses the opening of a new Critical Access Hospital in Montana. Highlights the U.S. Department of Agriculture and other funding that made the new facility possible.
Source: USDA Rural Development Newsroom
Related funding: USDA Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Program ยท USDA Community Facilities Guaranteed Loan Program
Feb 11, 2026 - Chartis Center for Rural Health has announced results of its annual awards program, based on data from the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX. The program recognizes outstanding performance among rural hospitals.
Source: Business Wire
Feb 11, 2026 - An evaluation of the Pennsylvania Rural Health Model, describing changes intended to improve care quality, increase access to preventive services, and address local community health needs.
Source: Heath Affairs