https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/topics/mobile-and-episodic-healthcare-delivery Rural Health & Human Services News by Topic: Mobile and episodic healthcare delivery - Rural Health Information Hub en Copyright 2026 Rural Health Information Hub https://news.va.gov/148097/bringing-care-closer-home-rural-veterans/ Describes a Veterans Administration (VA) pilot program in New Mexico, Arizona, and Wyoming to make healthcare more accessible for rural veterans by including rural and underserved VA and Indian Health Service locations in VA residencies. Discusses how the program offers innovative service delivery models, builds cultural awareness, and increases the VA and IHS workforce. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38743 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.newson6.com/health/mobile-mental-health-unit-marks-first-year-of-expanding-care-across-rural-oklahoma Describes the accomplishments of an Oklahoma mobile mental health unit after 1 year of service. Notes that rural areas in particular face access challenges in a state where every county is a Mental Health Professional Shortage Area. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38713 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.healthcareitnews.com/news/mobile-health-tops-early-rhtp-funding-trends Describes mobile health programs in Rural Health Transformation Fund (RHTP) plans. Discusses the hub-and-spoke service delivery model, telemedicine, and remote patient monitoring as methods for increasing healthcare access using RHTP funds. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38680 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/16/2026-12105/agency-information-collection-activities-submission-for-omb-review-comment-request The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is seeking comments on the following information collections: 1) Conditions of Coverage for Portable X-ray Suppliers and Supporting Regulations; and 2) Requirements Related to Surprise Billing; Part II. Comments are due by July 16, 2026. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38655 Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.wdbj7.com/2026/06/15/target-7-radford-university-trying-new-approach-help-rural-healthcare-crisis/ Describes the work of a university in rural Virginia to address healthcare access through mobile clinics and increasing the size of the nursing workforce. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38658 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.wabi.tv/2026/05/27/partnerships-bring-maine-mobile-health-unit-free-maternal-services-rural-families/ Highlights a Maine mobile health unit as a solution for transportation barriers that keep rural residents from accessing healthcare. The unit offers maternal and child healthcare in addition to other services. https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/news/38592 Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500