Join JJ on this week's Summit Series episode to learn about the state of Michigan's healthcare from Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

HOSPITAL LAUNCHES RURAL HEALTH STRONG CAMPAIGN Hillsdale Hospital announces new campaign to promote and preserve rural health Read the full release: hillsdalehospital.com/news/hospital-…

This week in rural health: • 21 states are suing the USDA over demands for SNAP data • A new executive order requires admissions of unhoused individuals in ERs • An advocacy award announcement! Listen wherever your get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/news/august-4-….

On today's Rural Health Summit episode, Karen Cheeseman, president and CEO of Mackinac Straights Health System talks about hospital growth, value-based care and the future of rural health. Listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

This week on Rural Health News: • CMS publishes final payment rules • Providers reject 12-year BCBS lawsuit settlement • Launching the Rural Health Strong campaign Listen to the news episode for a full update wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

Have you heard our latest Rural Health Summit Series episode with Tom Kurtz? Tune in to learn about how Memorial Healthcare is serving its community's needs with strong leadership and independence: hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t…

On this week's Rural Health News episode, learn why Medicare will lose $491 billion, how ERs are overwhelmed and what the Michigan Center for Rural Health Rural Health Equity Plan does to support Michigan's healthcare providers. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

What does engagement mean for rural health advocacy? In our latest episode, Benjamin Frederick from Memorial Healthcare, shares his approach to the greatest challenges facing rural health. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

This Rural Health Vitals report makes the impact of Medicaid cuts clear. Help us spread the message that rural health MUST be sustained for our communities to thrive. Sources: KFF Health News, Forvis Mazars Group & Becker's Hospital Review

This week in rural health: • CDC’s leadership can’t find its footing • Healthcare staffing cuts continue to spread • A new bionic knee helps the field of prosthetics take a step forward Listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

The latest in rural health headlines: • House Appropriations Committee approved FY26 appropriations bill • New maternity care closures announced across the US • Oklahoma hospital reopens its ER after a devastating tornado Listen to today's news update: ruralhealthtoday.com.

In our latest episode, Lauren LaPine-Ray shares what hospitals need to know about the Rural Health Transformation Fund, its application process and whether it will be effective in supporting rural health. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

In this week's news episode, JJ addresses some of the misconceptions around the 340B drug discount program, what it does for rural hospitals and why it will be vital to the future of affordable healthcare. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

In our latest episode, JJ and Tim Johnson, CEO of Eaton Rapids Medical Center discuss how small rural hospitals can navigate the barriers that are closing so many hospital doors throughout the US. Listen in on your favorite podcast platform or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

Rural hospitals create a special environment for both patients and staff. In our latest episode, we spoke with Tim Johnson, the CEO of Eaton Rapids Medical Center, about the nuances of healthcare. You can listenwherever you enjoy podcasts or at ruralhealthtoday.com

This week's news episode dives into ACA Marketplace Premiums, how the government shutdown is impacting rural communities, and rural hospitals that are keeping their birthing centers open despite the odds. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

Hospitals exist for our patients, and when we advocate for better healthcare funding, it's so we can continue to take care of our communities. This week's episode features Laura Appel from the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Tune in at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

This week in rural healthcare, we're reporting on Open Enrollment, 2025 closures and a rural county in Colorado forming an effective response to high suicide rates in their community. Listen to the episode wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

When healthcare is politicized, hospitals face barriers to patient care. Scott Becker, founder of Becker's Healthcare, shares how to navigate political landscapes and champion our patients' needs. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….

This week in rural health, we're reviewing a 340B lawsuit, home care reimbursement reducations and new education iniatives to help rebuild the rural health workforce. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts or at hillsdalehospital.com/rural-health-t….