This Budget Cut Would Save Medicare Patients Money. But Can Rural Hospitals Afford It?
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Financial Struggles of Rural Hospitals
This chapter delves into the financial challenges facing rural hospitals amid proposed tax cuts and Medicare payment changes. It highlights the disparities in financial health among these institutions, the implications of hospital consolidation, and the increasing out-of-pocket costs for patients. The discussion also addresses the urgency for policy solutions to support struggling hospitals and ensure access to essential healthcare services in rural communities.
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