Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center 
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State and county-level maps showing key health indicators such as life expectancy, diabetes, and more. Also covers indicators that impact health, like educational attainment and income. Select a county by clicking on the map for a brief profile. (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - February 3, 2015 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Aim for Impact and Sustainability Resources
A compilation of tools, resources and educational materials based on the Baldrige Performance Excellence framework developed for rural health networks. -- (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - January 5, 2015 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Find a Substance Abuse Facility in Your State
An on-line resource for locating drug and alcohol abuse treatment programs both private and public that are licensed, certified, or approved by their state. Also, includes treatment facilities administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Indian Health Service, and the Department of Defense. -- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - January 2, 2015 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Population Health: A Self-Assessment Tool for Rural Health Providers and Organizations
Developed to provide a preliminary review of important factors for rural organizations interested in developing, expanding, or enhancing a population health focused methodology. -- RUPRI Center for Rural Health Policy Analysis (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 22, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Care Coordination: A Self-Assessment for Rural Health Providers and Organizations
Developed to provide a preliminary review of important factors for rural organizations interested in developing, expanding, or enhancing care coordination activities. -- RUPRI Center for Rural Health Policy Analysis (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 22, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
The 2014 Update of the Rural-Urban Chartbook (Webinar Recording)
Webinar, presented by Alana Knudson on December 9, 2014. Discusses the 2014 Update of the Rural-Urban Chartbook which includes a comparison of population demographics, health-related behaviors and risk factors, mortality, access to care, health insurance, mental health and more, for rural and urban residents. -- Rural Health Research Gateway (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 18, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
The 2014 Update of the Rural-Urban Chartbook (Webinar Recording)
Webinar, presented by Alana Knudson on December 9, 2014, discusses the 2014 Update of the Rural-Urban Chartbook which includes population demographics, health-related behaviors and risk factors, mortality, access to care, health insurance, mental health and other health-related topics for rural and urban residents. -- Rural Health Research Gateway (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 18, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Frontier Extended Stay Clinics (FESC)
An overview of a completed CMS demonstration that looked at an enhanced clinic model in frontier areas to address the needs of seriously ill or injured patients who cannot be transferred to a hospital, or who need monitoring and observation for a limited period of time. -- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 16, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Frontier Community Health Integration Project Demonstration (FCHIP)
An overview of a CMS demonstration to develop and test new models for the delivery of health care services in frontier areas through improving access to, and better integration of, the delivery of health care to Medicare beneficiaries. -- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 16, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
State Innovation Models (SIM)
An overview of a CMS initiative that supports statewide healthcare system transformation. Aims to create multi-payer models that raise community health status and reduce long term health risks for beneficiaries. Statewide approaches include rural areas, although few include a particular rural focus. -- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 16, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Health Care Innovation Awards (HCIA)
Overview of a CMS demonstration to test a wide range of innovative projects to deliver better health, improved care, and lower costs via Medicare, Medicaid and the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP), particularly for beneficiaries with the highest health care needs. Includes projects that serve rural populations. -- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 16, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Rural Community Hospital Demonstration
An overview of a CMS demonstration project which provides cost-based reimbursement for small rural hospitals too large to be Critical Access Hospitals. Examines the community benefits and financial impact for participating hospitals. -- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 16, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Human Services to Support Rural Healthcare
Provides resources on human services to support rural healthcare. -- Rural Assistance Center (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 8, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
American Community Survey Narrative Profiles
Produces brief narrative reports for selected regions based on the most recent ACS 5-year estimates. Addresses health insurance coverage, disability status, age, poverty, and other topics. Reports can be generated for counties, towns, zip codes, census tracts, and more. -- U.S. Census Bureau (Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Rural web sites and other tools via the Rural Assistance Center - December 5, 2014 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
