How RCM Can Help Rural Providers Ride the Next Wave of Policy Shifts
Rural healthcare is riding the winds of change.
With systemic reforms on the horizon, there is a fresh ray of hope for tackling age-old challenges. From limited access to care to limited means of care, rural healthcare has long suffered due to operational and financial constraints, but it’s finally getting its moment in the spotlight.
2025 has brought with it new optimism with legislative efforts aimed at closing these gaps. While these legislations may help mitigate administrative and regulatory challenges, revenue cycle optimization remains non-negotiable for providers for their sustenance.
Among the legislations under discussion, we have identified three that stand out for their scope, alignment with community needs, and strong focus on addressing care delivery and revenue cycle gaps.
Objective
To provide financial and operational support to rural hospitals to stay afloat
Over 140 rural hospitals have been closed since 2010, and many are at risk of closure. Without financial intervention, communities will lose access to critical care.
Evolving reimbursement structures will ensure fairer payments for care delivery but navigating them would require providers to strengthen their RCM.
Objective
Nearly 60 million Americans in rural areas struggle to access specialty care; telehealth can cut the miles and bring care directly to them.
With payment parity in the telehealth reimbursement structure, new billing codes and compliance requirements will require RCM teams to stay ahead to ensure reimbursements.
Objective
Rural areas have a 23% lower density of physicians compared to urban areas, leaving communities underserved and forcing patients to travel long distances for care.
Workforce retention is critical for the long-term sustainability of rural healthcare to ensure continuity of care and address the perennial challenge of staff shortages.
Jindal Healthcare is committed to bridging financial gaps for rural providers, enabling them to focus on patient care. With data-driven, tech-enabled RCM, we help drive their sustainable growth, empowering them to serve their communities without any financial strain.
New legislations translate into new laws, and navigating these waters requires expertise for absolute compliance
Tech-enabled RCM reduces errors contributing to revenue leaks and admin burden, letting you focus on patients
Streamlined RCM maximizes revenue realization with process improvements based on root cause analysis and feedback
KPI-focused governance allows for data-driven decisions to tap into missed revenue opportunities
Reduction in
RCM Costs
Increase in
Average Revenue
Reduction in 90+
Days Aging
The 2025 legislative changes offer immense promise for rural healthcare, but its financial success also depends on how well you adapt.
With Jindal Healthcare as your RCM partner, you can confidently navigate the evolving landscape and thrive financially while staying committed to community care.
Don’t miss our insightful expert take on rural healthcare to uncover the untold challenges and discover actionable revenue cycle strategies to turn the tide in your favor.
