Why Rural Hospitals Are Facing a Funding Crisis — and How It Could Get Worse

The Commonwealth Fund Website 2026 Open access

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Authors: Kevin Bennett, Celli Horstman, Corinne Paige Lewis, Anthony Shih
DOI: 10.26099/bywa-x418
Cited by: 1

Abstract

Since 2005, nearly 200 rural hospitals have completely or partially closed, and over 400 — more than 20 percent of rural hospitals — are at risk of closure.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Global Health Workforce Issues Healthcare Policy and Management Healthcare Operations and Scheduling Optimization

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Journal / source
The Commonwealth Fund Website
Publication date
3 February 2026