Rural Spotlight

Upcoming Webinar: Remote Patient Monitoring and Chronic Care Management, January 30

December 17, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: Remote Patient Monitoring and Chronic Care Management, January 30

Dive into the fundamentals of Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM) – define what they are, unpack their core concepts, and understand how they can enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.

Explore the nuances of navigating CMS reimbursement for these emerging care models, identifying key success factors to ensure program viability as well as potential pitfalls to sidestep along the way.

Target Audience

  • Administrators
  • Health professionals
  • FQHCs
  • RHCs
  • Hospitals

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, January 30, 12:00 p.m.

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Upcoming Webinar: Addressing Health-Related Social Needs in Rural Missouri, January 23

December 17, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: Addressing Health-Related Social Needs in Rural Missouri, January 23

Join the Missouri Rural Health Association (MRHA) and Findhelp for an engaging session addressing the pressing social needs impacting health in rural America.

In this session, MRHA will discuss current collaboration efforts with the Tennessee Rural Health Association, TennCare, and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

Join this webinar to explore how these initiatives aim to address social determinants of health across rural regions, with key insights from projects in Tennessee, and Missouri. Discover innovative strategies, real-world lessons, and actionable takeaways to drive healthier outcomes through powerful, collaborative approaches.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, January 23, 1:00 p.m.

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Upcoming Webinar: Federal Funding and Resources from HRSA and SAMHSA, January 9

December 17, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: Federal Funding and Resources from HRSA and SAMHSA, January 9

Join the Missouri Rural Health Association (MRHA) and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for a lunch and learn webinar to better understanding HRSA Programs and Resources and learn to locate funding opportunities.

Target Audience:

  • Health and Social Services Providers
  • Health centers and public health departments
  • Hospitals
  • Faith and community-based organizations
  • Community colleges
  • Universities

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, January 9, 12:00 p.m.

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

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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Live Zoom Webinar – Firstline: Emerging Infectious Disease Threats, January 22

December 13, 2024

Live Zoom Webinar Firstline: Emerging Infectious Disease Threats, January 22

Don’t miss this webinar presented by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and the University of Missouri.

Registration is free but you must register to attend.

Target Audience

  • Nurses
  • Physicians
  • Public health nurses
  • Nursing home administrators

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, January 22, 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m.

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Introduction to the Rural Hospital Stabilization Program, December 18

December 13, 2024

Introduction to the Rural Hospital Stabilization Program, December 18

This event will introduce the new Rural Hospital Stabilization Program (RHSP) which will assist rural hospitals across the country in improving their financial stability by expanding or adding health care services that meet community needs and keep care close to home.

Agenda

  • RHSP Purpose and Goal
  • Eligibility Guidelines
  • Technical Assistance (TA) Overview
  • Financial and Operational Consultations
  • Implementation Coaching Calls
  • Equipment TA
  • Overall Project Timeline
  • Next Steps
  • Questions

Any organization that may be interested in applying for this opportunity is welcome to join the informational webinar.

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, December 18, 2:00 p.m.

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US FDA: Lead in Cookware

December 13, 2024

US FDA: Lead in Cookware

On December 12, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a letter to businesses that distribute and sell imported cookware that some products can leach lead into food. The cookware is made from various metals including brass, aluminum, and aluminum alloys known as Hindalium/Hindolium or Indalium/Indoluim.

The Public Health Department of Seattle and King County tested the products and notified the FDA of the findings and the association between using the cookware and high blood levels in resettled refugee populations.

If consumers believe that they have eaten food cooked using these products of have symptoms of lead exposure, they should contact their health provider.

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Click Here to see the list of affected products

Registration Now Open: Revenue Optimization Virtual Conferences

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 3rd 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

New Health Workforce Projections Data Available

December 6, 2024

New Health Workforce Projections Data Available

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) just released the latest projections for the national supply, demand, and distribution of health care workers.

Use the Workforce Projections Dashboard to explore supply and demand trends by occupation, state, year, and more.

Check out Health Workforce projections for an overview of projections for different groups of workers, such as nurses and physicians, and details on our programs that seek to address future shortages.

Click Here to go to Workforce Projections Dashboard

Click Here to see Health Workforce Projections

New Funding Available for Rural Health Care Services Outreach Program, HRSA-25-038, Apply by January 27

December 6, 2024

New Funding Available for Rural Health Care Services Outreach Program, HRSA-25-038, Apply by January 27

The Rural Health Care Services Outreach Program (Outreach) is open and accepting applications for the programs’ 4-year period of performance (May 1, 2025 – April 30, 2029). The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) will make up to 50 awards to support rural communities to expand the delivery of health care services, HRSA-25-038.

These awards include:

  • An estimated 40 awards, each up to $250,000 per year, under the program’s regular track to support healthcare needs identified by the rural community applicant;
  • Up to 10 awards, each up to $300,000 per year, under the program’s special track to address the underlying factors that drive rural health disparities related to heart disease, cancer, unintentional injury/substance use, chronic lower respiratory disease, stroke, and maternal health.

Eligible applicants include:

  • Nonprofits having a 501 (c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • State governments
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
  • City or township governments
  • For profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Special district governments
  • Private institutions of higher education
  • County governments
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Small businesses
  • Independent school districts
  • Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education

Click Here to Learn More and Apply