RHC Technical Assistance and Support

Sources of Technical Support

The Rural Health Open Door Forum addresses Rural Health Clinic, Critical Access Hospital, and Federally Qualified Health Center issues, as well as questions and concerns that occur in clinical practice pertaining to other CMS payment systems that also extend into these settings, such as eligibility, billing requirements, and compliance.

The Rural Health Clinics Center, managed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), serves as a comprehensive resource for information related to RHCs. RHCs are health care facilities located in rural, underserved areas, established to enhance access to primary care services in these communities. They receive special Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements to support their operations.

National Association of Rural Health Clinics hosts webinars for the RHC community, keeping them up to date with the latest regulations, best practices, and new opportunities. Whether new to the RHC world or a career-long professional, everyone is likely to benefit from this education. We encourage you to share these educational opportunities with anyone who you feel will benefit from it. Webinar slides and recordings are available.

Consultants

Private consulting firms can assist with rural health clinic certification preparation, audit and accounting, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, and a range of support customized to Critical Access Hospitals, Rural Health Clinics, and other rural facilities.