Tips for managing healthcare operations

Healthcare is under unprecedented strain as cuts to Medicaid, rising patient demands, workforce shortages, and risk of closure loom overhead. In this environment, the care team model  has demonstrated itself to be one of the most effective strategies for improving access and quality of care—while also protecting staff wellbeing and organizational sustainability. This model is designed to be collaborative and to distribute responsibility across a coordinated, multidisciplinary

The deadline for states to submit their applications for Rural Health Transformation (RHT) funds was November 5, 2025. Now, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will review applications and announce awards by December 31, 2025. RHT will provide $50 billion to states with approved applications from 2026 through 2030. There will be $10 billion available every fiscal year during this period; 50% of this will be distributed equally among approved states, while the o

If you work for a clinic or hospital seeking federal grants, you know that the term "rural" can be an essential criterion for eligibility. What’s less understood is that there isn't a single, universally accepted definition of “rural” across all government agencies. For health centers, FQHCs, and hospitals looking for grant support, understanding which definition applies to a specific program is the first step to securing a sustainable future. At THRIVE, we specialize in guid

The need for robust and accessible obstetrics (OB) services, particularly in rural and underserved communities, is more critical than ever. Many Community Health Centers (CHCs) face a common set of challenges, which includes staffing shortages and an increasing number of uninsured patients. These issues frequently lead to a significant problem: a rise in pregnant patients presenting at hospital emergency departments (EDs) in labor, having received little to no prenatal care.

Recently, we sent out a Funding Risk Checklist to help Health Centers prepare for possible reductions in funding. Following last week’s...

As leaders of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and other Health Centers, you stand at the intersection of patient care and...

In today’s fast-paced digital era, health center leaders are inundated with data from a myriad of sources—news outlets, social media...