Rural Spotlight

NARHC RHC Office Hours

July 23, 2024

NARHC RHC Office Hours

The National Association of Rural Health Clinics continues to host Rural Health Clinic (RHC) Office Hours at 1 p.m. ET every other Wednesday, via Zoom.

Anyone with an RHC question is encouraged to join in. Ask questions about:

  • RHC policy
  • RHC certification
  • Medicare
  • HRSA COVID-19 programs, and more

No registration is required. RHCs can join using the link below.

https://us06web.zoom.us/s/81747173194

Attendees without computer access or computer audio can dial in:

  • Dial in toll free – +1 301-715-8592
  • PIN: 817 4717 3194#
  • Meeting ID: 817 4717 319

NARHC Webinar: 2025 Proposed CMS Rules – What’s in the Rules for RHCs How You Can Get Involved in Regulatory Advocacy, August 15

July 23, 2024

NARHC Webinar: 2025 Proposed CMS Rules – What’s in the Rules for RHCs How You Can Get Involved in Regulatory Advocacy, August 15

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Proposed Rule.

The annual regulatory update contains a significant section specifically for RHCs, this year proposing to:

  • eliminate productivity standards,
  • remove Hemoglobin/Hematocrit from the six required lab services,
  • reform care management billing, and
  • much more.

Join this webinar where the National Association for Rural Health Clinics (NARHC) D.C. team will cover all these provisions in detail.

When: Thursday, August 15, 1:00 p.m. CT

Click Here to Register

CMS Publishes Annual Proposed Rules with Significant RHC Provision

July 23, 2024

CMS Publishes Annual Proposed Rules with Significant RHC Provision

On July 10, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Proposed Rule.

This annual rule provides regulatory updates to the fee schedule and contains a significant section specifically for Rural Health Clinics (RHCs).

The National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC) will be analyzing all the RHC and related provisions and providing a full summary over the next few weeks and will later submit comments on behalf of the RHC community. If finalized, these changes would go into effect January 1, 2025.

For a brief overview of what this proposed rule means for RHCs click Here.

Now Accepting Applications – Public Health Nursing Award

July 23, 2024

Now Accepting Applications – Public Health Nursing Award

The Missouri Public Health Association (MPHA) Section for Public Health Nursing (SPHN) is accepting applications to nominate a public health nurse and public health nurse leader for the 2024 Public Health Nursing Awards.

The awards will be presented at the 2024 Joint Annual Public Health Conference in September.

To nominate a public health nurse, please complete the nomination form here:

PHN Award Nomination and email the form to Trina Teacutter, Secretary, MPHA Section for Public Health Nursing, trina.teacutter@como.gov.

Training Opportunity – Clinical Documentation Improvement 2024 – Save 50% through July 31

July 22, 2024

Training Opportunity – Clinical Documentation Improvement 2024 – Save 50% through July 31

Earn your Certified Medical Documentation Professional (CMDP) credential online:

  • No classes to attend
  • Course materials are on-demand and available to you for 3 months

Most experienced Healthcare Administrators, Office Nurses, coders, professional auditors tasked with the responsibility of improving documentation standards for Medical Practices complete this training in 6-8 weeks.

What you will learn:

  • Overview of CDI in the Medical Office
  • Basics of compliant documentation
  • Documentation of medical necessity
  • Operative notes and compliant documentation
  • E/M progress notes and documentation improvement
  • E/M office/outpatient visit documentation considerations
  • E/M other services and documentation considerations
  • E/M and documentation of time
  • e/M and documentation of MDM
  • Medications, supplies and diagnostic tests
  • HIPAA, confidentiality and you, the clinical documentation professional

Cost

  • AIHC members pay $190 through July 31 (after July, pay $375)
  • Non-AIHC members pay $310 through July 31 (after July, pay $625

Click Here to get started

Now Available – RHIhub This Week

July 22, 2024

Now Available – RHIhub This Week

RHIhub This Week keeps you informed of the latest rural news, funding opportunities, publications and events.

Click Here to View this edition

Health Workforce Partnership Meeting

July 22, 2024

Health Workforce Partnership Meeting

Join the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to learn about HRSA health workforce programs and resources, as well as to discuss health workforce issues, including:

  • Challenges
  • Strategies and models to support the health workforce
  • Current technical assistance needs
  • Opportunities for collaboration

This meeting is offered in person only; there will not be a virtual option.

When: Thursday, August 1, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Where: Trails Regional Library – Warrensburg Branch, 432 N. Holden Street, Warrensburg, MO

Click Here to register for Warrensburg Health Workforce Partnership Meeting

Upcoming Missouri Maternal Health Partnership Meeting

July 22, 2024

Missouri Maternal Health Partnership Meeting

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) IEA Region 7 is hosting a Maternal Health Meeting in Warrensburg, Missouri.

Join this meeting to learn about HRSA maternal health programs and resources and discuss maternal health issues, including:

  • Challenges in serving mothers and families,
  • Strategies and models to support maternal health,
  • Current technical assistance needs, and
  • Opportunities for collaboration

This meeting is offered in person only; there will not be a virtual option.

When: Thursday, August 1, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Where: Trails Regional Library – Warrensburg Branch, 432 N. Holden Street, Warrensburg, MO

Click Here to register for Warrensburg Maternal Health Partnership Meeting

Upcoming Grants 101 Workshop

July 22, 2024

Upcoming Grants 101 Workshop

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) IEA Region 7 is hosting a free Grants 101 Workshop in Warrensburg, Colby, Missouri.

Attendees will learn about:

  • The federal grant application process
  • Where to find funding opportunities
  • Strategies for putting together a successful application
  • Resources to support their grant writing efforts

This workshop is offered in person only; there will not be a virtual option. You must register to attend this workshop.

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, July 31, 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. CT

Where: Trails Regional Library – Warrensburg Branch, 432 N. Holden Street, Warrensburg, MO

Click Here to register

Notice of Funding Opportunity: New Access Points – HRSA-25-085

July 22, 2024

Notice of Funding Opportunity: New Access Points – HRSA-25-085

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) announces the opportunity to apply for New Access Points (NAP) funding under the Health Center Program.

The purpose of HRSA-25-085 is to support new health center service delivery sites to expand affordable, accessible, and high-quality primary care for underserved communities and populations.

Award recipients will use NAP funding to provide primary health care services at one or more new access points.

Eligible Applicants

  • Native American tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments)
  • Special district governments
  • Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • Independent school districts
  • State governments
  • City of township governments
  • County governments
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)

Additional Eligibility Information

  • Your organization must be a private, non-profit entity or a public agency in the United States or its territories
  • Tribal and urban Indian organizations may apply

Click Here to Learn More and Apply