Missouri Association of Rural Health Clinics

?? Celebrating Excellence in Rural Healthcare! ?? We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 Rural Health Excellence Awards! Presented at this year’s Rural Health Conference, these awards honor individuals and organizations who go above and beyond in delivering innovative and compassionate healthcare in rural Missouri. Congratulations to our outstanding awardees: ?? Excellence in Innovation - Citizens Memorial Hospital Rural Health Clinics For their innovative, patient-centered approach and commitment to addressing Social Determinants of Health, setting new standards in rural healthcare quality and accessibility. ?? Excellence in Leadership - J.D. Webster, Cape Family Medical Clinic J.D. is celebrated for his dedication to health equity, breaking down barriers and ensuring underserved populations receive the care they need. ?? Excellence in Advocacy - Timothy McBride A true advocate, Dr. McBride’s work in health policy and rural economic advocacy has driven improvements in healthcare access across Missouri. MRHA Executive Director Heidi Lucas shares, "Each of this year’s awardees exemplifies the dedication and innovation required to tackle the unique healthcare challenges facing Missouri’s rural communities. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and contributions." Join us in recognizing and congratulating these champions of rural health! #RuralHealth #MissouriHealth #HealthcareExcellence #MRHA #2024RuralHealthAwards #Innovation #Leadership #Advocacy #HealthEquity

The 2025 PFS Final Rule is a very positive step forward for Rural Health Clinics. Policy wins include: -Removal of outdated laboratory test requirements in RHCs (H/H & fecal occult blood test); -Complete revision of RHC care management billing (eliminating G0511); -Clarifying RHC guidance and regulation surrounding our "primary care" requirements; -Eliminating the RHC productivity standard; and -Allowing RHCs to bill for part B preventive vaccines throughout the year. NARHC advocated for all of these policies and we sincerely appreciate CMS's willingness to listen to the RHC community and make commonsense updates to the RHC regulations. For a more detailed summary of all the RHC-relevant information in the 2025 PFS final rule please read Sarah Hohman, MPH's update here:

Check out our new logo! More exciting changes to come. Stay tuned!

MARHC is co-hosting the 2024 Missouri Rural Health Conference. Check out the agenda here: https://lnkd.in/giSjdeRV. See you in November!

Join MRHA Connect and Compete to Win! The Missouri Rural Health Association (MRHA) is excited to announce a month-long engagement competition on MRHA Connect—a groundbreaking, community-driven online platform designed to foster collaboration among rural Missouri healthcare professionals, advocates, academics, subject matter experts, and community leaders. Webinar: Intro to Connect Date: July 9, 2024 Time: 12:00 PM (CT) Details: Meet the architect and manager of MRHA Connect and learn how to use all the tools available on the platform. Attendees will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 Amazon gift card. https://lnkd.in/gVcTXcCE

YOU are invited: FREE rural health focused webinars hosted by yours truly. Check out our upcoming events page and get registered: https://lnkd.in/gAVMGXFt See you soon?

This is your invitation to Register for the upcoming?PROMPT Learning Network meeting. See details below. ? The goal of PROMPT is to support RHCs/rural provider practices in transforming rural clinic practices to meet the ever-changing demands within the healthcare landscape, improve clinical quality data capture and reporting to better meet the needs of funders, payors, and patients, and ultimately improve quality performance and patient care in rural Missouri. At the PROMPT Learning Network topics include:?highlighting RHC’s, sharing of best practices and bringing in?subject matter experts. (See attached flyer for more details) ? Next Meeting:????????????PROMPT Learning Network Meeting: July 18, 2024 9:00 am – 3:00 pm ? Location:???????????????????????Missouri Soybean Association?(In Person) 734 South Country Club Drive Jefferson City, MO?65109 Lunch will also be provided at the meeting. ? Attendance to the Prompt Learning Network Meeting is FREE register here: https://lnkd.in/gJjUDUbG

Dear MARHC Members, We are excited to announce a significant milestone for our organization. As of May 2024, the Missouri Association of Rural Health Clinics (MARHC) has officially partnered with the Missouri Rural Health Association (MRHA) for association management.?Both organizations are still separate and distinct associations but will share an executive director which will foster a great partnership.?With the Missouri Association of Rural Health Clinics?focusing on rural health clinics, quality, and accessibility of healthcare in rural communities?and Missouri Rural Health Association?goal to improve rural health outcomes, we can accomplish our goals together. This strategic partnership is a testament to our commitment to advancing the quality and accessibility of healthcare in rural communities throughout Missouri. Through this collaboration, we aim to combine our strengths, resources, and expertise to better support you, our valued RHC members. Here are some of the key benefits you can anticipate from this partnership: 1.??????Enhanced Advocacy Efforts: Together with MRHA, we will have a more powerful voice in advocating for policies and initiatives that benefit rural health clinics and the rural healthcare sector at large. 2.??????Access to Expanded Resources: You will gain access to a broader array of educational materials, training programs, and professional development opportunities specifically designed for rural health professionals. 3.??????Increased Networking Opportunities: This partnership will provide more opportunities to connect with a wider network of healthcare professionals, organizations, and stakeholders dedicated to rural health through joint events, conferences, and collaborative projects. 4.??????Improved Member Support: We will be better equipped to address the unique challenges faced by rural health clinics, including workforce recruitment and retention, funding, and technological advancements. We are confident that this partnership will greatly enhance our ability to support you in delivering exceptional healthcare services to your communities. We are committed to keeping you informed about new initiatives, resources, and opportunities that emerge from this collaboration with MRHA. Your membership and dedication to rural health are greatly valued. Should you have any questions or need further information about this partnership, please do not hesitate to reach out. Together with MRHA, we believe we can make a substantial positive impact on rural healthcare in Missouri. Thank you for your continued support and commitment to excellence in rural health. Sincerely, Greg Weaver Board Chairman Missouri Association of Rural Health Clinics (MARHC) ? For more information about the partnership please contact:?[email protected] or Heidi Lucas, MPA?Executive Director, Missouri Rural Health Association, Association management for the Missouri Association of Rural Health Clinics Email:?[email protected] Phone: 573-616-2740