Tim Rye

In this discussion, Melanie Evans, a producer at Tradeoffs focused on data analysis, joins Tim Rye, Chief Strategic Development Officer at Peterson Health in Texas. They dive into a proposed Medicare reform that could save billions but risks the survival of rural hospitals. Tim shares insights on the financial strain these facilities face and the vital need for policy solutions. The conversation highlights the delicate balance between cutting costs for Medicare patients and ensuring that rural healthcare providers can continue to operate effectively.