Rural Health Clinics

A Rural Health Clinic (RHC) is a clinic certified to receive special Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement.

Purpose

The purpose of the RHC program is to improve access to primary care in underserved rural areas.

Cost

Designated Rural Health Clinics (are reimbursed based on a reasonable cost formula for Medicare visits, and on a modified cost-based formula or prospective payment for Medicaid visits. Many rural providers find that their reimbursement is significantly enhanced under this system.

Links

For more information about Rural Health Clinics check out:

• Rural Health Information Hub - Rural Health Clinic Topic Guide
• Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services - Rural Health Clinics Fact Sheet (PDF)
• Kansas Rural Health Clinics (PDF)
• Kansas Health Care Provider Directory