Rural hospitals, including South Lincoln Medical Center in Wyoming, are facing worsening financial problems leading to closures and service cuts. A report by Chartis Center for Rural Health found that half of rural hospitals lost money in the past year, with 418 hospitals at risk of closure. States that expanded Medicaid eligibility, like Montana, have fared better financially. However, without more investment from Congress, rural hospitals may continue to struggle. The closure of rural hospitals has far-reaching effects on the health of communities, and hospital leaders are facing tough decisions to keep their facilities open amidst financial challenges.
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Operating in the Red: Half of Rural Hospitals Lose Money, as Many Cut Services
