Tech Companies Form Collaborative to Create Shared Rural Healthcare Infrastructure
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
The Collaborative for Healthy Rural America (CHRA) is a new initiative designed to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in rural areas through advanced technology and resource sharing. Key stakeholders, including Lumeris, Teladoc Health, and Deloitte, are developing an AI-driven primary care operations platform that will enhance access to care and improve health outcomes by integrating virtual services and patient engagement tools. This initiative is particularly important as it provides states with a streamlined approach to meet the requirements of the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program, facilitating better healthcare delivery in underserved regions. Overall, the CHRA represents a significant step toward leveraging technology to address healthcare disparities in rural communities.
