7 payers have been fined to date in 2025 by states for slow reimbursements, improper denials and mental health parity violations. One related to Urgent Care.
U.S. Cities (>20k pop.) with Greatest Growth
This Becker’s Hospital Review piece highlights the 15 fastest-growing U.S. cities between July 2023 and July 2024, based on the latest U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 estimates
Are Medically Underserved Areas (MUAs) Opportunities for Urgent Care?
Medically Underserved Areas (MUAs) are geographic regions that lack adequate access to primary healthcare services, as defined by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). With many rural hospitals facing closure, the number of MUAs is expected to increase. But do these areas have the potential to support a successful Urgent Care center?
More than 700 hospitals at risk
Nearly 800 rural U.S. hospitals are at risk of closure due to financial problems, with about 40% of those hospitals at immediate risk of closure.
Workforce Shortage – A Complex Problem
The growing shortage of healthcare workers has no easy fix. An aging patient population, a simultaneously aging clinician workforce, and the underutilization of healthcare roles due to limited scopes of practice are all contributing factors. Together, these challenges paint a troubling picture for the future of healthcare staffing.
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