Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) resources via the Rural Health Information Hub

Event: 2027 NARHC Spring Institute

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:24:37 -0500

Salt Lake City UT
April 26, 2027 -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Event: AI in Rural Health, Without the Hype

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:56:04 -0500

-- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: 2026 Medicare Annual Wellness Visits: Strategies for Rural Health Clinic Success

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 14:51:03 -0500

Recording of a September 22, 2026, webinar discussing Medicare Annual Wellness Visits (AWVs) and Rural Health Clinics (RHCs). Discusses the history of AWVs; why AWVs are important for patients, RHCs, and Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs); billing AWVs in RHCs; and more. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: RHC Cost Reporting Fall 2026

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:54:42 -0500

Recording of a September 14, 2026, webinar providing an overview of Rural Health Clinic (RHC) cost reporting. Covers key cost report drivers, including allowable costs, RHC visits and provider productivity, Medicare vaccine reimbursement, and Medicare bad debt. Discusses RHC benchmarking and more. Part of the Rural Health Clinic Technical Assistance Series. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: RHC Compliance 101 - Fall 2026

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:54:53 -0500

Recording of a September 9, 2026, webinar providing an overview of federal Rural Health Clinic (RHC) regulations and requirements. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: 2026 RHC Billing 101 - Fall

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:19:16 -0500

Recording of a September 3, 2026, webinar providing an overview of traditional Medicare billing guidelines for Rural Health Clinics. Part of the Rural Health Clinic Technical Assistance Series. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Funding opportunity: Revenue Cycle for Independent RHCs Masterclass

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:26:03 -0500

An on-demand, 3-part webinar series that explores the critical role of Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) in optimizing revenue and ensuring long-term organizational success. Each session will focus on key RCM activities and share best practices to eliminate inefficiencies, improve reimbursement, and strengthen overall financial performance. -- National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health

Resource: NARHC Webinars & Education Center

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:35:44 -0500

Contains links to upcoming technical assistance webinars, as well as webinar recordings, transcripts, and presentation slides. Webinars cover operational and policy issues specific to Rural Health Clinics. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: Small Rural Hospital and Clinic Finance 101

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:09:39 -0500

Provides introductory information on healthcare facility finances and payment for state Medicare Rural Hospital Flexibility (Flex) Program personnel, Critical Access Hospital (CAH) staff and board members, small rural prospective payment system (PPS) hospitals, and provider-based Rural Health Clinics (RHC). -- National Rural Health Resource Center

Resource: Billing of Distant Site Telehealth Services in Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)

Thu, 28 May 2026 11:28:44 -0500

Presents instructions on how Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) should bill distant site telehealth services for services provided on or after October 1, 2026. -- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Funding opportunity: NRHA Rural Health Clinic Leader Certification Program

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:23:47 -0500

A certification program designed to support and strengthen Rural Health Clinic leadership. -- National Rural Health Association

Resource: National Association of Rural Health Clinics 2026 Policy Survey Report

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:46 -0500

Summarizes results of a 2026 national survey of Rural Health Clinics (RHCs). Presents data on the average payer mix, telehealth use and management trends, Medicare Advantage (MA) contracts and reimbursement rates compared to traditional Medicare rates, value-based care participation, challenges, and more. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: Expanding Access: Supporting Mobile Unit Understanding & Development for Rural Health Clinics

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:00:17 -0500

Provides an overview of mobile health units and how they can increase access to care in rural and underserved areas. Describes federal and state policy considerations for implementing a mobile unit program. Highlights mobile health models included in state Rural Health Transformation Program applications. Offers links to additional resources and information about technical assistance for Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) exploring the addition and operation of mobile units. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: Understanding Upcoming Deadlines of New Section 504 Requirements

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:27:49 -0500

Recording of a March 30, 2026, webinar reviewing updates to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, titled "Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance," that take effect for Medicare and Medicaid providers, including Rural Health Clinics, in summer 2026. Describes new requirements for the accessibility of medical treatment, kiosks, web content, mobile applications, medical equipment and facilities, and more. Part of the Rural Health Clinic Technical Assistance Series. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Event: 2027 25th Annual Rural Health Clinic Conference

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:03:26 -0600

Kansas City MO
September 21, 2027 -- National Rural Health Association

Resource: Rural Health Clinic: 2026 National Patient Safety Goals

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:35:46 -0600

Identifies National Patient Safety Goals for the Joint Commission's Rural Health Clinic Accreditation Program. Covers patient identification, medication safety, infection prevention, and more. Effective January 1, 2026. -- Joint Commission

Resource: Medicare Care Management Opportunities - What's New in 2026?

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:36:31 -0600

Recording of a December 17, 2025, webinar on care management practices in Rural Health Clinics, associated Medicare care management codes, and changes over time in billing requirements and implementation. Part of the Rural Health Clinic Technical Assistance Series. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: Telehealth FAQ

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:41:15 -0600

Provides information on Medicare telehealth regulations and payment policy for calendar year 2026. Includes information on audio-only services, behavioral health services, direct supervision, and more. -- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Resource: RHCs and CAHs Participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP): Characteristics of the Providers and Communities

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:18:36 -0600

Describes the characteristics of Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) and Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) currently participating in the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) in 2023. Compares CAH and RHC characteristics by MSSP participation, ownership status, and freestanding versus provider-based RHC status. -- RUPRI Center for Rural Health Policy Analysis

Resource: Calendar Year (CY) 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule (CMS-1832-F)

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:44:30 -0600

Fact sheet providing an overview of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) final rule regarding updates and changes to the Medicare payments under the Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and other Medicare Part B issues for calendar year 2026. Summarizes provisions related to telehealth services; improving care for chronic illness and behavioral health needs; Rural Health Clinic (RHC) and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) care coordination services, services requiring direct supervision, and telecommunication services; and more. -- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Resource: Doing More With Less: Turning Efficient Cybersecurity Into Savings In Rural Healthcare

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 09:21:48 -0500

Recording of an October 7, 2025, webinar regarding cybersecurity threats, how to proactively address these threats, and how to limit their impact. Part of the Rural Health Clinic Technical Assistance Series. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: An Evaluation of State Flex Program Initiatives to Support Critical Access Hospital-Based Rural Health Clinics

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:10:49 -0500

Describes the 16 State Flex Program (SFP) Critical Access Hospital (CAH)-based Rural Health Clinic (RHC) initiatives for the 2023-2024 funding year. Explores the various strategies SFPs have employed to assist CAH-based RHCs by highlighting common activities, challenges, and successes observed across their programs. Summarizes interviews with seven SFPs identifying common themes and notable variations in how they engage with CAH-based RHCs. -- Flex Monitoring Team

Resource: Understanding and Navigating Commingling - RHC Edition

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 13:58:05 -0500

Recording of a July 17, 2025, webinar discussing how Rural Health Clinics can share resources and be located in the same space as other Medicare entities and remain compliant with Medicare regulations. Describes common commingling issues and best practices. Part of the Rural Health Clinic Technical Assistance Series. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: Organizational Factors Associated with Using Telehealth Services: Perspectives from Leaders of Rural Health Clinics and Federally Qualified Health Centers

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 16:17:43 -0500

Research and policy brief examining organizational factors influencing telehealth use in Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). Summarizes interviews with RHC and FQHC key informants to discuss perceptions of telehealth, implementation challenges, operational challenges, and opportunities for innovation. Provides suggestions for policy and reimbursement approaches to improve telehealth provision and access. -- Remote Care & Telehealth Research Center

Resource: FORHP Rural Hospital & Rural Health Clinic Technical Assistance Finder

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 13:14:08 -0500

A tool to help identify free technical assistance services available to rural hospitals and Rural Health Clinics from six Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP) supported programs. Find matching TA providers based on facility type, location, and type of assistance. -- Rural Health Information Hub

Resource: The Latest HIPAA Requirements - A Check-In on Your RHC's Compliance

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 13:47:01 -0600

Recording of a January 14, 2025, webinar on HIPAA compliance for Rural Health Clinics (RHCs). Covers HIPAA related legislation, HIPAA-related complaints and investigations by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR), and new regulations and proposed rules related to patient privacy. Part of the Rural Health Clinic Technical Assistance Series. -- National Association of Rural Health Clinics

Resource: Quality Measurement in Rural Health Clinics: Policy Brief and Recommendations to the Secretary

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:32:31 -0600

Provides an overview of the Rural Health Clinic (RHC) program, RHC participation in value-based programs and models, and quality reporting challenges. Describes opportunities for growth in RHC quality reporting. Offers two policy recommendations to support RHC participation in value-based care. -- National Advisory Committee on Rural Health and Human Services

Resource: Federally Qualified Health Centers and Performance of Medicare Accountable Care Organizations

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:54:35 -0600

Explores the association between participation of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) in Medicare Shared Savings Program Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) with ACOs' beneficiary characteristics, utilization, expenditure, and quality. Features statistics including estimated changes in Medicare Shared Savings Program ACO-assigned beneficiaries, utilization, and expenditure, with breakdowns by FQHC and RHC visits and other types of visits.

Resource: Pediatric and Pregnancy-related Visits at Rural Health Clinics in 2018 among Medicaid/CHIP Enrollees in 20 States

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:51:03 -0500

Research and policy brief on pediatric and pregnancy-related visits to Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) among Medicaid/CHIP enrollees in 20 states during the year 2018. Provides data, including regional and state comparisons, on rates at which pediatric and pregnancy-related visits took place, medical conditions observed, and services provided. Discusses the role of RHCs in overcoming geographic access barriers. -- Maine Rural Health Research Center

Resource: Rural Health Clinic Accreditation

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 14:01:48 -0500

Information on the Joint Commission survey process for Rural Health Clinic (RHC) accreditation. -- Joint Commission