Ensuring Access in Rural Communities

Vulnerable patient populations, including the poor, uninsured and those with multiple chronic conditions, have complex health needs exacerbated by social determinants such as food insecurity, unstable housing and lack of transportation.

• 2018 Rural Advocacy Agenda
• Report from the Task Force on Ensuring Access in Vulnerable Communities
• Vulnerable Communities Video
• Vulnerable Communities Rural Chart Pack
• Vulnerable Communities Discussion Guide
• CAH Program

Emerging Strategies to Ensure Access to Health Care Services:

• Frontier Health System
• Indian Health Services Strategy
• Virtual Care Strategies
• Urgent Care Centers
• Emergency Medical Center