National Rural Resources

CMS

This link will provide updated information from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as it regards to Ambulance Services.

Cost & Data Reporting

Here you can find ambulance cost data and other information on payment reform that has been compiled by the American Ambulance Association. 

Rural EMS Toolkit

Here you can find a toolkit for information and a self assessment from the Rural Community Ambulance Agency Transformation Readiness Assessment developed by the National Rural Health Resource Center.

NRHRC

The National Rural Health Resource Center (NRHRC) provides resources on data collection, analysis, and reporting to enhance decision-making and quality improvement in rural healthcare settings.

MBQIP

The National Rural Health Resource Center TASC webpage focuses on the Medicare Beneficiary Quality Improvement Project (MBQIP), offering resources to improve quality care at Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs).

RHIhub

The Rural Health Information Hub's Critical Access Hospitals page provides an overview of CAHs, their role, eligibility criteria, funding resources, and relevant research for rural communities.

RHRC

From the Rural Health Redesign Center (RHRC), the Rural Emergency Hospital Technical Assistance Center is your dedicated resource for navigating the Rural Emergency Hospital Designation 

HHS - Cybersecurity

Explore cybersecurity resources from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to help your organization build resilience, stay informed on threats, and protect patient safety.

NARHC

The National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC) promotes the delivery of quality, cost-effective healthcare in rural underserved areas. They provide advocacy, education, and support for RHCs, including webinars, compliance tools, regulatory updates, and technical assistance.

CMS

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversees the certification process for RHCs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. They provide guidance on billing and reimbursement, Medicare and Medicaid compliance, and updates on new policies affecting RHCs.

RHIhub

The Rural Health Information Hub (RHIhub) offers a comprehensive database of resources and information on rural health, including funding opportunities, toolkits, and policy briefs that are relevant for RHCs. Their resources help clinics stay informed on regulations, best practices, and rural health issues.

NRHRC

The National Rural Health Resource Center (NRHRC) provides technical assistance, education, and resources to help RHCs achieve financial stability, clinical excellence, and quality improvement. They focus on supporting rural health providers with strategic planning, population health, and leadership development.

Accrediting Organizations

The Compliance Team

The Compliance Team offers an accreditation program specifically for RHCs. Their resources include operational assessments, quality assurance tools, and compliance programs to help clinics meet federal and state standards.

Quad A

Quad A accredits healthcare facilities, including Rural Health Clinics, to improve patient care through a rigorous process. They provide resources to help RHCs meet standards, focusing on patient safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

JCAHO

The Joint Commission accredits various healthcare organizations, including Rural Health Clinics, emphasizing patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance. Accreditation signifies a commitment to high-quality care and operational excellence, demonstrating adherence to standards beyond basic certification.

RHIhub

The Social Determinants of Health in Rural Communities Toolkit provides evidence-based models and resources to help organizations address social determinants of health in rural U.S. communities, supplementing previous RHIhub guides and toolkits.

Healthy People 2030

Healthy People 2030 focuses on eliminating health disparities and promoting health equity by addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) that impact well-being and quality of life.

Stratis Health

From Stratis Health, Culture Care Connection houses various resources on social determinants of health (SDOH), including their basics, COVID-19 impacts, risk screening tools, e-referral solutions, the Pathways HUB model, data analytics, rural health, and strategies for addressing SDOH.

CDC SDOH

The CDC's Public Health Gateway offers resources on social determinants of health (SDOH), detailing their impact on lives and integrating SDOH into the activities of the National Center for State, Tribal, Local, and Territorial Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce.

AHA

Resource through the American Hospital Association (AHA) Center for Health Innovation, highlighting various SDOH resources, community partnerships, and strategies for reimaging health care.

SAMHSA

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.

HRSA

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) administers the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP), which annually funds diverse grant initiatives designed to prevent and treat opioid use disorder (OUD) in the nation’s highest-need rural communities.

RHIhub

The Rural Health Information Hub's Substance Use and Misuse page offers an overview of the substance use landscape in rural areas, along with resources tailored to meet the specific needs of these communities.

ArchProCoding

Arch ProCoding is an organization that provides comprehensive coding and billing education, training, and certification for professionals working in rural health clinics, community health centers, and critical access hospitals.

OAT

The Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT), part of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), promotes the use of telehealth to enhance healthcare access and outcomes by supporting direct services, research, and technical assistance programs.

Connected Nation

Connected Nation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding broadband access, adoption, and use to ensure that all communities have the technology needed to thrive.

Veterans Administration

The Veterans Administration offers many programs designed to benefit Veterans, their families, and their Caregivers.

VA CCN

Provide care to Veterans by joining the new VA Community Care Network. Community providers are critical to Veteran’s health! 

SAMHSA

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) treatment locator.

HPSAs

Learn about Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and how they are used to identify high-need areas for prioritizing funding and resources for primary care medical, dental, and behavioral health providers.

NHSC LRP

Explore the National Health Service Corps (NHSC) to learn how they support over 20,000 primary care medical, dental, and behavioral health providers with scholarships and loan repayment programs, prioritize those in high-need areas, and find information on how to become an NHSC-approved site.

RHIhub

Discover the nation's leading hub for rural health information, packed with resources on workforce topics.