CMS Resources and Updates for Rural Health Clinics

Published: 08/18/2025

Sources:
  • Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Relevant To:
  • Rural Health Clinics

The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services final rule for rural health clinics, published December 9, 2024 went into effect on January 1, 2025. The rule updated the Rural Health Clinic (RHC) and Federally Qualified Health Clinic (FQHC) Conditions for Certification and Conditions for Coverage (CfCs), respectively, clarifying the requirements and intent of the programs.

CMS recently published a new MLN Matters Booklet, Information for Rural Health Clinics, with updates that reflect cha

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