Key Takeaways for National Rural Health Day National Rural Health Day is the third Thursday in November. In 2025, that’s November 20. At Azalea, our mission is to help underserved (aka rural) healthcare providers improve patient care and their profitability. And so we honor and celebrate the National Rural Health Day this year and everyday all year, […]
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Key Takeaways on OBBBA Medicaid Impact The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) will hurt rural healthcare by hurting rural Medicaid recipients. It’s estimated that the OBBBA Medicaid impact on rural areas will result in up to 2.7 million people losing Medicaid and Affordable Care Act (ACA) coverage by 2034.1 While the Rural Health Transformation
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Key Takeaways for Fee-for-Service vs Value-Based Care The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) aims to move Medicare users from a Medicare fee-for-service model and most Medicaid users to a value-based care model by 2030. The goal reflects a broader shift in the healthcare industry, as providers, payers, and policymakers move away from traditional
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Key Takeaways on Medicare Prior Authorization Changes in 2026 Several Medicare changes in 2026 are underway. A few won’t have an immediate impact. But others could have a big impact on both providers and patients — in a good way. This article covers key changes, how they’ll benefit providers and patients, and what providers want
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Key Takeaways on AI Medical Documentation Last modified March 2, 2026 Physicians and clinicians go into healthcare to care for patients. They don’t want to spend hours navigating complex electronic health record (EHR) systems or dealing with documentation burdens and inefficient workflows. Add staffing shortages, especially in rural areas, and ways to reduce burden and
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Key Takeaways for One Big Beautiful Bill Next Steps On July 4, 2025, Donald Trump signed H.R.1 One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into public law. In this article, I outline some of the key provisions of the bill and recommended One Big Beautiful Bill next steps for rural healthcare hospitals, clinics, and providers. Key
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Azalea is proud to announce that we’ve received HITRUST certification again in 2025 — a clear reflection of our ongoing commitment to safeguarding patient data and upholding the highest standards of information security across our healthcare platforms. What This Means In an era where cybersecurity threats are increasingly sophisticated, HITRUST certification is one of the
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Key Takeaways on the Future of Value-Based Care Healthcare in the United States is experiencing a major transformation. The shift from fee-for-service (FFS) models, which emphasize quantity over quality, to value-based care (VBC), which prioritizes patient outcomes, continues to gain momentum. Especially those in rural areas—understanding VBC isn’t just an opportunity; it’s a necessity. Here’s
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Key Takeaways to Understand Rural Emergency Hospitals Rural hospitals are struggling. COVID-19’s aftermath, fewer patients, and staff shortages have forced some to shut down. And when a hospital closes, your community feels it: longer travel for care, higher healthcare costs, and a hit to the local economy. To help address this crisis, Congress introduced the rural
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Key Takeaways to Apply for Medical Grants for Rural Clinics Running a rural health clinic or hospital comes with has challenges. Including everything from limited budgets to staffing shortages and access to advanced medical equipment. But securing rural health grants can be a game-changer. Grants provide much-needed funding for expanding services, improving operational efficiency, and
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