Medicus joins in celebrating National Rural Health Day, hosted annually by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) on the third Thursday in November. This day highlights the remarkable commitment of rural healthcare physicians and advanced practitioners, communities, and organizations dedicated to addressing rural America's healthcare needs.

Challenges in Rural Healthcare

National Rural Health Day serves as a platform to raise awareness about the unique healthcare challenges faced by rural populations and to highlight the innovative solutions being implemented to address them.

Did You Know?

With close to 61 million Americans calling rural areas home and a staggering 70% of Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) situated in these regions, the struggle for adequate healthcare remains a pressing concern.

Locum Tenens Making an Impact On Rural Healthcare

A primary challenge for rural healthcare facilities is the persistent shortage of qualified physicians and advanced practitioners. Only 10% of physicians in the United States practice in rural areas, despite rural populations making up 20% of the U.S. population. Provider staffing shortages limit healthcare access, prolonging wait times and leading to delayed diagnoses and untreated conditions, resulting in poorer health outcomes for rural residents.

As a result, locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners have become increasingly vital in ensuring rural areas can receive timely access to care. By bridging gaps in coverage and expanding access to specialty care, locum tenens help rural facilities maintain essential services and prevent gaps in patient care. Their support reduces wait times, ensures continuity of care, and enables rural communities to access the medical expertise they need without delay, directly addressing the shortages impacting rural healthcare.

Thank you, Rural Healthcare Physicians and Advanced Practitioners!

Thank you to all physicians and advanced practitioners working in rural communities! We are grateful for your steadfast commitment and unwavering dedication to upholding exemplary healthcare standards and ensuring accessible, quality healthcare. We encourage you to share your stories of impact or stay connected throughout the day on social using the hashtags #PowerOfRural and #NationalRuralHealthDay. For more ways to celebrate, click here!

At Medicus Healthcare Solutions, we take pride in working with locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners who work in rural communities. Your invaluable contributions play a pivotal role in expanding access to healthcare services within rural communities.

Interested in supporting rural communities as a locum tenens physician or advanced practitioner?