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Story summary
- The closure of Glenn County's only hospital in California affects 28,000 residents, increasing travel times for emergency care.
- In West Virginia, 13 rural hospitals are at risk, with five facing imminent closure due to low insurance payments and Medicaid cuts.
- The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) may worsen financial issues, potentially costing West Virginia hospitals about $1 billion annually.
- Experts advocate for innovative funding models and emergency state support to sustain rural healthcare.
- Since 2005, nearly 200 rural hospitals have closed nationwide, impacting community health and local economies.
