There are plenty of misconceptions about rural healthcare issues that require a change in narrative if they are going to be addressed properly.
With several rural health systems on the brink of collapse, it’s critical that CNOs find avenues for sustainability.
According to a recent report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform, 756 rural hospitals are currently at risk of closing, and 323 of those are at immediate risk. These closures would be catastrophic on rural communities, for patients, and for the workforce.
Despite unique challenges, rural health systems must persevere and find creative ways to approach population health and preventative care using the advantages they have.
At Bingham Healthcare in rural Idaho, CNO Holly Davis wants to change the narrative surrounding rural healthcare. Here are three misconceptions about rural healthcare, according to Davis.
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G Hatfield is the CNO editor for HealthLeaders.
