Is CMS’ new $50B rural health fund just another Band-Aid?

CMS' new $50 billion rural health fund seeks to help rural providers sustain care in their communities over the next five years. However, experts believe the program will not be enough to stabilize the finances of rural hospitals — especially in the face of worsening reimbursement issues, an ongoing workforce crisis and billions of dollars' worth of Medicaid cuts on the horizon.

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Top Story CMS' New $50B Rural Health Fund — Is It Just Another Band-Aid? CMS' new $50 billion rural health fund seeks to help rural providers sustain care in their communities over the next five years. However, experts believe the program will not be enough to stabilize the finances of rural hospitals — especially in the face of worsening reimbursement issues, an ongoing workforce crisis and billions of dollars' worth of Medicaid cuts on the horizon. Sponsored Discover how Mayo Clinic Platform_Solutions Studio can accelerate the commercialization of your digital health solution. Presented by Mayo Clinic Platform_Solutions Studio Whether you're ready to build, validate, or deploy your AI solution into clinical workflows, Solutions Studio offers comprehensive technical and business support tailored to your needs. Learn more.

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