NARHC works with Congress, federal agencies, and rural health allies to promote, expand, and protect the interests of clinics in the RHC Program.
The National Association of Rural Health Clinics advocates to policymakers on behalf of the 5,700 outpatient RHCs, and educates the community through: two conferences/year, Certified RHC Professional (CRHCP) online course, free webinars and more!
01/24/2026
📅 February Webinar Lineup:
NARHC is offering two upcoming webinars designed for Rural Health Clinic professionals:
🌐 Feb. 24 (Open to All)
1 CEU
RHC Billing 101
A practical refresher on RHC billing fundamentals and recent updates.
Register: https://loom.ly/7yWkrRA
01/23/2026
We’re excited to welcome Lisa Bennett, MBA, CRHCP to the 2026 NARHC Spring Institute.
Session: Formal Process for Workflow Improvement
In this session, Lisa will walk through how Rural Health Clinics can use a formal risk-based process to identify and correct workflow inefficiencies. Attendees will learn how tools like Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) can help clinics reduce risk, improve processes, and engage staff at all levels in meaningful workflow improvement.
Mark your calendars for February's learning opportunities! CEUs are up for grabs in addition to valuable information. More details to come, but you can register now!
2.18 Members-only webinar: https://loom.ly/222ikzg
2.24 TA Webinar: https://loom.ly/7yWkrRA
01/22/2026
Atlanta awaits! ✈️🍑
The NARHC 2026 Spring Institute is heading to Atlanta, GA, and we invite Rural Health Clinic professionals from across the country to join us March 16–18, 2026, at the Loews Atlanta Hotel.
Planned exclusively for Rural Health Clinics, this biennial conference delivers:
✔ RHC-specific legislative & regulatory updates
✔ Practical compliance and operational guidance
✔ AAPC, AAFP & CRHCP CEUs
✔ Meaningful networking with RHC peers and partners
For the first time, the Spring Institute will be held in Georgia — a flight- and drive-friendly destination with plenty to enjoy beyond the conference.
⏰ Important dates to note:
• Registration rates increase Feb. 14
• Registration closes Feb. 27
• Hotel deadline: Feb. 23 at 4 PM ET (BOOKING here: https://loom.ly/OBmj2Mo)
Thank you to our Communication Sponsors:
Health Services Associates Med Tech Solutions Azalea Health
01/21/2026
We’re pleased to welcome Brian Tuttle, CPHIT, CHP, CHA, CBRA, CISSP, CCNA to the 2026 NARHC Spring Institute.
Session: Understanding the HIPAA Security Rule: Compliance Strategies for 2026
This session will break down proposed 2025 updates to the HIPAA Security Rule and what they mean for Rural Health Clinics. Attendees will gain practical strategies to strengthen cybersecurity, protect patient data, and conduct a Security Risk Analysis aligned with updated federal requirements.
Looking to strengthen and expand your knowledge of Rural Health Clinic operations?
NARHC's Spring CRHCP Course, beginning February 9, provides comprehensive training across key RHC topics — from federal requirements, billing, and cost reporting to internal controls, HIPAA, cybersecurity, timely federal policy updates and much more.
We’re excited to welcome Syed Siddiqi to the 2026 NARHC Spring Institute!
He'll present, 'Cultivating Local Talent: Grow-Your-Own Solutions for Rural Clinic Staffing' at this years event.
Syed will share practical, real-world strategies for building sustainable rural healthcare workforces — from local education partnerships to mentorship and career pathways that strengthen recruitment and retention. Attendees will gain practical insight into how these approaches improve recruitment, retention, and continuity of care in underserved rural communities.
Are you joining us?
📍 Atlanta, GA
📅 March 16–18, 2026
🔗 Registration is open — https://loom.ly/f0g6f8k
01/16/2026
🚨 CRHCP Enrollment has begun—Funding Is the Barrier.
Enrollment has begun for the Spring 2026 CRHCP online course, with course access starting February 9. Interest is high—but for many rural health professionals, scholarship support is what makes participation possible.
State Offices, state associations, and others can help remove this roadblock by giving a CRHCP scholarship and opening the door to education, certification, and stronger rural health clinics.
🎤 2026 Spring Institute Keynote Speaker Announced!
We’re thrilled to welcome Shawn Ellis, Resilience Strategist, as our keynote speaker for the 2026 NARHC Spring Institute.
⭐ The Spring Institute will kick off with Shawn's inspirational, 'Radical Adaptability: 5 C's to Let Go, Level Up, and Lead What's Next' session. The keynote is energizing, practical, and deeply human, designed to help healthcare leaders lead well without burning out.
🎟️ Early Bird pricing still available here: https://loom.ly/f0g6f8k
01/14/2026
Your Voice is Critical: Complete NARHC’s 2026 RHC Policy Survey! You could win a Visa cash card!
As policymakers continue to make decisions that directly impact RHCs, it is critical that we can point to real, nationwide data that reflect true experiences of RHCs like yours. This survey helps ensure that RHC voices continue to drive NARHC's advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and with federal agencies.
🙏 As a token of our appreciation, all Policy Survey submissions will be entered into a drawing for Visa gift cards. Please note that you must include your contact information in the survey in order to be entered.
01/13/2026
⏰ Early Bird pricing is still available — but not for long!
Registration is open for the 2026 NARHC Spring Institute in Atlanta, and now’s the perfect time to secure your spot.
📍 Atlanta, GA
📅 March 16–18, 2026
🏨 Loews Atlanta Hotel
💡 Join fellow RHC professionals for three days of practical education, regulatory insight, and peer connection — all designed specifically for Rural Health Clinics.
🎉 Early Bird Rates (limited, so hurry) now available! 🔗 Register here: https://loom.ly/f0g6f8k
• $525 Members
• $625 Non-Members
01/12/2026
Rural Health Clinics are stronger when staff have RHC-specific expertise.
CRHCP certification recognizes professionals who understand rural health regulations, operations, and challenges — because rural health is different.
We're enrolling now for the Spring Certified Rural Health Clinic Professional (CRHCP) Course! Online access begins February 9.
🔗 Enroll here: https://loom.ly/qY9oKX0
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NARHC works with Congress, federal agencies, and rural health allies to promote, expand, and protect the interests of clinics in the RHC Program.
What is the National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC)?
The National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC) is the only national organization dedicated exclusively to improving the delivery of quality, cost-effective health care in rural underserved areas through the Rural Health Clinics Program (RHC Program). NARHC works with Congress, federal agencies, and rural health allies to promote, expand, and protect the interests of clinics in the RHC Program. Through the association, NARHC members become actively engaged in the legislative and regulatory process.
Why is NARHC so Important for You?
NARHC is a vital link between health clinics and federal legislators and regulators as it brings the “real world” experience of rural health clinic practice to policy making and policy makers:
• NARHC is unique. There are groups representing rural hospitals, community health centers, and individual practitioners, but no other organization has the proven track record or the specific commitment to the Rural Health Clinics program as NARHC.
• NARHC is responsive. With NARHC’s unique and specific focus on the Rural Health Clinics Program, it targets and meets its membership’s policy and informational needs, such as current clinic certification guidelines and resources.
• NARHC is respected. NARHC is widely respected and recognized by the federal government, national media, and the rural health community as a leading force in rural health clinic policy. In fact, NARHC is often consulted by the federal government to conduct research and analyze policy affecting rural health clinics.
How Will NARHC Help Your Practice?
In recent years, NARHC has put a stop to misguided, budget-cutting strategies which would have ignored the unique needs and dynamics of underserved, rural populations in America and the clinics that serve them. NARHC continues to advocate on your behalf to help eliminate rigid rules that would result in barriers to RHC certification, and on dozens of other issues of interest to rural health clinics. NARHC’s presence in Washington helps you keep a finger on the pulse of crucial policy activity. Without you, rural health clinic policy will be made without the benefit of your knowledge and experience—by Washington insiders who don’t understand the important services you provide.
