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Background and Significance:
Viability of Many Rural Hospitals is in Question
- Compared to their urban counterparts, rural hospitals:
- Are usually more geographically isolated.
- Are in smaller communities.
- Tend to be more dependent on Medicare funding.
- Have a higher proportion of outpatient services.
- Like their urban counterparts, rural hospitals:
- Face workforce shortages for nurses and other professionals.
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