January 13, 2025

Register Now: Rural Health Workforce Development Conference, April 1-2

The Missouri Rural Health Association (MRHA), in partnership with University of Missouri School of Medicine and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), will host the Rural Health Workforce Development Conference Tuesday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Missouri.

The Rural Health Workforce Development Conference is ideal for:

• Health care practitioners,
• Health care administrators,
• Students,
• HR professionals,
• Non-profit organizations, and businesses with a vested interest in rural health care and attracting qualified professionals to serve rural communities.

Click Here to Learn More and Register

January 13, 2025

Register Now! 2025 Rural Hospital & Clinic Revenue Optimization Virtual Conferences, January 22

Join Wintergreen and the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) for the third annual Rural Hospital & Clinic Revenue Optimization Virtual Conferences.

The two regional, three-hour sessions are tailored specifically for rural hospitals and clinics, offering practical revenue optimization strategies from the perspective of hospital and clinic operators.

Session will highlight:

• Hospital and clinic alignment and designation options,
• Implementation of novel benefits and incentive programs,
• Rural-specific recruitment and retention strategies, and
• Using technology to inform decision-making processes.

Each FREE session is region-specific so be sure to register for Region C which includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, January 22, 10:00 a.m.

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December 13, 2024

Register Now: 2025 Rural Hospital and Clinic Revenue Optimization Virtual Conference, January 22

Join this conference co-hosted by Wintergreen and the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) for the third annual Revenue Optimization Virtual conference specifically for rural hospitals and clinics.

The two regional, three-hour sessions will be hosted by hosted by Wintergreen and will highlight actionable topics:

•  Importance of Revenue Optimization for Operators – Jonathan Pantenburg, Wintergreen
• Case Study on Health Benefits – Rob Bloom, Wintergreen
• Rural Recruitment and Retention – Mike Shimmens, 3RNet
• Impact of Medicare Advantage on RHCs – Nathan Baugh, NARHC
• Strategies to Attract Providers and Staff – Nicole Barbano, Hunter Ambrose
• How Clinical Operations Link to Revenue Cycle – Nicole Thorell, Wintergreen
• Use of Technology for Decision Making – Jed Hansen, Nebraska Rural Health Association
• Swing Bed Growth Optimization – Kate Hill, The Compliance Team

Conference content is relevant to:

• CEOs
• CFOs
• CNOs
• Clinic Managers

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, January 22, 10:00 a.m.

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December 6, 2024

Registration Now Open: Revenue Optimization Virtual Conferences

Wintergreen in partnership with the National Organization of State Office of Rural Health (NOSORH), is hosting the 3^rd annual Revenue Optimization Virtual Conferences. These regional, three-hour virtual sessions are tailored specifically for rural hospitals and clinics, offering practical revenue optimization strategies from the perspective of hospital and clinic operators.

Sessions will highlight:

• Hospital and clinic alignment and designation options
• Implementation of novel benefits and incentive programs
• Rural-specific recruitment and retention strategies
• Using technology to inform decision-making processes

Each FREE session is region-specific.

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, January 22, 11:00 a.m. ET

Click Here to Register for Region C session

October 28, 2024

Register Now: Missouri Rural Health Conference, November 6-7

The Missouri Rural Health Conference, jointly hosted by the Missouri Rural Health Association and the Missouri Association of Rural Health Clinics, will take place on November 6-7, 2024, at the beautiful Lodge at Old Kinderhook in Camdenton, Missouri. This event promises to bring together healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates to discuss critical issues and innovations in rural health.

Key Highlights of the Conference

• Expert keynote presentations on the latest trends and policies in rural health
• Interactive breakout sessions focused on practical solutions and best practices
• Networking opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders
• Exhibitor showcase featuring the latest products and services for rural healthcare providers

Click Here to View Agenda

Registration Fee: $200

When: November 6 -7, 2024

Where: Old Kinderhook, Camdenton, MO

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October 22, 2024

Registration Open for Missouri Rural Health Day Celebration

Registration is open for the 2024 Annual Rural Health Day Celebration! This year the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Office of Rural Health and Primary Care is hosting the celebration at Capital Bluffs Event Center, located in the Turkey Creek Golf Course in Jefferson City.

Please join us to celebrate Rural Health Day which promotes the “Power of Rural” and the ongoing efforts to communicate, educate, collaborate, and innovate to improve the health of rural Missourians.

Intended Audience: The audience is anyone interested in rural health:

• Providers
• Hospital staff
• Clinic staff
• Associations
• State agencies
• Community groups
• Legislators

Cost: Free

• No registration fee,
• No parking fee,
• Lunch will be served

When: Thursday, November 21, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Where:

• Capital Bluffs Event Center
• 1616 Oil Well Road
• Jefferson City, MO 65101

Click Here to Register

October 22, 2024

Rural Health Champions – Call for Nominations

The Department of Health and Senior Services, Office of Rural Health and Primary Care (DHSS, ORHPC) is seeking nominations for 2024 Missouri Rural Health Champions.

National Rural Health Day provides an opportunity to honor remarkable individuals and organizations going above and beyond for rural health and ORHPC needs your help in identifying persons and/or organizations as Rural Health Champions.

Please take a moment and think of just one person or organization that should receive honor and recognition for their work in rural health and complete the nomination form located here.

Awards will be presented on November 21, 2024, during the Missouri Rural Health Day Celebration. This award is designed to honor a minimum of one individual and one group, depending on the number and type of nomination received. The person or group honored should demonstrate how their contributions are making a difference in Missouri rural health care through collaboration, education, innovation, and communication.

The deadline for nominations is October 31, 2024.

Click Here to Nominate Your Rural Health Champion

October 17, 2024

Missouri Rural Health Conference, November 6-7 Register Now

Co-hosted by the Missouri Rural Health Association and the Association of Rural Health Clinics, the Missouri Rural Health Conference will be held at the Lodge at Old Kinderhook.

This event promises to bring together healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates to discuss critical issues and innovations in rural health.

Click Here to view Agenda

When: November 6 – 7

Where: The Lodge of Old Kinderhook, 678 Old Kinderhook Dr, Camdenton, MO 65020

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October 11, 2024

Live Virtual Conference: Empowering Our Community Anti-Human Trafficking Conference, November 7

Human trafficking is a significant issue in Missouri. Traffickers target individuals who are vulnerable due to factors such as poverty, homelessness, substance abuse, mental health issues, immigration status, or previous experiences of trauma.

Missouri’s central location in the United States makes it a transit hub for human trafficking networks. Human trafficking is often underreported due to fear, shame, language barriers, mistrust of authorities, and lack of awareness among potential victims and the general public.

Efforts to combat trafficking require a multi-sectoral approach involving law enforcement, healthcare professionals, social service agencies, policymakers, and community members working together to prevent exploitation, identify victims, and provide comprehensive support services.

With increased awareness and skills, stakeholders will tailor prevention strategies, outreach efforts, and victim centered services to address the diverse needs of individuals affected by human trafficking in Missouri.

Target Audience

• Nurses & APRNs
• Law Enforcement
• First Responders
• Social Workers
• Mental Health Therapists
• Business & Community Members
• Students

When: Thursday, November 7, 8 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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October 10, 2024

Calling for Nominations: Rural Health Champions

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Office of Rural Health and Primary Care is seeking nominations for 2024 Missouri Rural Health Champions.

This award is designed to honor a minimum of one individual and one group, depending on the number and type of nominations received. The individual or group nominee should demonstrate how their contributions are making a difference in Missouri rural health care through collaboration, education, innovation, and communication.

Nominations deadline is October 31, 2024.

Click the link below to nominate your Rural Health Champion today.

https://missouriwic.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_577fdtH0vuFfUuW