The Rural Policy Research Institute provides nonpartisan, research-based analysis and information on the challenges, needs, and opportunities facing rural communities.
Browse our work on the well-being of rural communities, including publications, presentations, news, and events.
This presentation touches base on three “visions” which is hoped to frame our future. It also explores the changing context for Rural Action’s mission and
RUPRI Health Panel Provided Comments to CMS-1454-P Proposed Rule Physicians’ Referrals to Health Care Entities with Which They Have Financial Relationships: Exception for Certain Electronic
This project examines the implications of changes in Medicare Advantage (MA) payment implemented in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA) and
This presentation discusses important ways rural hospitals need to think about adapting to the changing policy and demographic landscape. Presented by Keith Mueller (Director, RUPRI
This presentation explores the utility of Accountable Care Organizations in a rural context. Presented by Keith Mueller (Director, RUPRI Center for Rural Health Policy Analysis)
This presentation examine the unique advantages that the Frontier Extended Stay Clinic model offers to rural populations. Presented by A. Clinton MacKinney and Patricia Atkinson
This column offers commentary calling for policy makers to add new focus and funding for rural innovations in support of meaningful rural development. Written by
This presentation discusses how the rural healthcare landscape is changing and explores emerging implications for rural healthcare providers. Presented by Keith Mueller (Director, RUPRI Center
This presentation explores the Rural Emergency Department as a flagship healthcare service provider for rural hospitals, hospital systems, and communities. Presented by A. Clinton MacKinney
RUPRI Health Panel Provided Comments to CMS-0038-NC Proposed Rule Advancing Interoperability and Health Information Exchange. April 19th, 2013. Read Comment Letter Here.
Rural Policy Research Institute
The University of Iowa
College of Public Health
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