Rural Health
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Public Law 95–210: Rural Health Clinic Services Act of 1977
Text of the Rural Health Clinic Services Act of 1977, Public Law 95–210 (December 13, 1977). This legislation established the Rural Health Clinic (RHC) designation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs and outlines details of the designation.
Date: 1977
Sponsoring organization: U.S. Congress
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Common Cancers in Metropolitan and Non-Metropolitan Counties
Provides data on cancer incidence and mortality by metropolitan or non-metropolitan dwelling using U.S. Cancer Statistics data. Includes comparisons of lung and bronchus, colon and rectum, female breast, and prostate cancer by rural or urban status.
Sponsoring organization: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program
Project narrative from Mississippi's application for the Rural Health Transformation Program. Discusses the rural health landscape in the state, proposed initiatives and uses of funds, metrics and evaluation plans, sustainability plan, and more.
Sponsoring organization: Office of Governor Tate Reeves
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Rural Healthy Aging: Policy and Infrastructure Opportunities for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP)
Offers recommendations for integrating aging-related policies into existing Rural Health Transformation Program plans. Includes recommendations around planning, access to care, caregiving, technology, aging in place, and integrated care models. Includes resources for implementation and information on funding.
Sponsoring organizations: National Rural Health Association, Stratis Health
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Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Celebrates the Great, Historic Investment in Rural Health
Fact Sheet outlining federal actions taken in support of rural healthcare in 2025, including the establishment of the Rural Health Transformation Program and announcement of first year awards.
Sponsoring organization: The White House
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Code of Federal Regulations: 42 CFR 485: Subpart E, Conditions of Participation: Rural Emergency Hospitals (REHs)
Sets forth the conditions that a hospital must meet to be designated as a Rural Emergency Hospital (REH).
Sponsoring organization: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
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Connecticut Rural Health Transformation Program Grant Application
Connecticut's application for the Rural Health Transformation Program. Discusses the rural health landscape in the state, proposed initiatives and uses of funds, metrics and evaluation plans, sustainability plan, and more.
Additional links: Budget Narrative
Sponsoring organization: Connecticut Department of Social Services
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Healthcare Impact in Rural Michigan
Infographic demonstrating the impact of hospital care in rural Michigan. Includes data on employment, healthcare utilization, and facility locations.
Sponsoring organization: Michigan Health & Hospital Association
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California Rural Health Transformation Program
Provides information on California's application for the Rural Health Transformation Program. Discusses proposed initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
Additional links: Budget Narrative, Project Narrative, Project Summary
Sponsoring organization: California Department of Health Care Access and Information
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Alaska's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) Initiatives
Provides an overview of six proposed initiatives outlined in Alaska's application for the Rural Health Transformation Program.
Additional links: Summary
Sponsoring organization: Alaska Department of Health
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