Rural hospitals
Health Care & Visa Fees (Editorial)
The $100,000 price tag for new H-1B visa hires does not bode well for Arkansas health facilities. read more >
Rural Health Group Expands Across the State
From five hospitals in 2008 to a statewide network of 30+ organizations, ARHP is boosting rural health access, workforce training, and funding. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
![Bo Ryall, CEO of the Arkansas Hospital Association, says hospitals continue to struggle in the aftermath of the pandemic. [Steve Lewis]](https://dqndh7utxx63f.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BoRyall5_opt-300x194.jpg)
ACA Rule Changes Could Lead to Coverage Confusion, Industry Leaders Warn
The proposed changes, along with expiring subsidies, could reduce coverage and strain hospitals and insurance agencies. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
Samuel Pieh on Strengthening Health Care in the Delta & the Challenges Ahead
Pieh discusses health care challenges in the Delta, workforce shortages, diversity in leadership, and the role of telehealth in improving patient access. read more >
Hospital Cuts Hit Harrison: NARMC Cites Declining Revenue
NARMC announced in December it was cutting about 3% of its workforce and closing two of its 18 rural clinics due to declining revenue. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Hanging by a Thread (Lance Turner Editor’s Note)
Fewer maternity wards and related services make it tough for Arkansas mothers and infants. read more >
by Lance Turner -
Rural Hospitals: Vital to the Economy (Editorial)
The fate of rural hospitals, important to health care, is also a matter of economic development. read more >
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