by john.frizzo | May 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
The NHSC site application program has been extended until July 1, 2021. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in applying, there is still time for our firm to assist you. Foundation requirements that must be in place at the time of site application are:...
by john.frizzo | May 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
This is a reminder for those who haven’t already registered for the upcoming webinar on the New RHC COVID Initiatives. As you know, on May 4th the Biden Administration announced a trio of COVID-19 programs involving Rural Health Clinics. Join us as we go over...
by john.frizzo | May 6, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dear RHC, NARHC is your voice! If you are not yet a NARHC member, please consider becoming a member at this link: https://www.narhc.org/narhc/Become_a_Member.asp There are three areas coming soon that will impact RHCs; RHC Vaccine allocation (eligibility of rHCs to...
by john.frizzo | May 6, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dear RHC Community, On May 4th, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) updated Change Request 12185, which is the main document from CMS implementing the new RHC Upper Payment Limits from the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. As many of you are...
by john.frizzo | Apr 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dear RHC Community, As expected, on April 14th, President Biden signed H.R. 1868 into law, fixing many of the issues with the RHC payment modernization law enacted in December. The legislation also retroactively extends the suspension of the 2% across-the-board...
by john.frizzo | Apr 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
2021 NHSC New Site Application cycle is now open! Dear RHC, Becoming a National Health Scholarship Core (NHSC) approved site can help with recruitment of quality providers through the loan repayment program. The application period is only open through Tuesday, May 25,...
by john.frizzo | Mar 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dear Rural Health Clinic Administrators and Managers, Thank you for your dedication to the important work you are doing in your communities. Please familiarize yourself with updated Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Frequently Asked Questions which clarify how RHCs may...
by john.frizzo | Mar 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
Medicare Sequester Bill with RHC Grandfathering Fix Passes House The House of Representatives today, by a vote of 246 to 175 has passed H.R. 1868. The bill waives a 2% across the board Medicare sequester that expires at the end of March and another 4% sequester cut...
by john.frizzo | Feb 24, 2021 | Uncategorized
HRSA has published updated FAQs on the RHC COVID-19 Testing Program. The updated FAQs clarify how RHCs may attribute costs to COVID-19 testing and testing related expenses. The FAQ also clarifies that reporting on RHCcovidreporting.com is expected to continue until...
by john.frizzo | Feb 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dear Texas RHC, Below is information on a possible grant for RHCs in Texas. Survey responses are due by 2/17/21. Stakeholder Information Please fill out the information below in case HHSC needs to reach out to you for more information. 1.First Name John 2.Last Name...
