Post-Election Health Policy Alert

The Association of Clinicians for the Underserved (ACU’s) latest analysis reveals potential changes to ACA, Medicaid, and Medicare following recent U.S. elections. Notably, NHSC funding is set to expire at the end of 2024. As health center leaders, understanding these shifts is crucial for our communities. Click here to read the full analysis and learn how these changes may impact your health center.

Community Health Centers Report Record Growth in Patient Numbers

In a recent study, community health centers hit a historic milestone in 2023, serving 32.5 million patients nationwide.

• This represents approximately 1 in 10 Americans, marking a surge of nearly 1 million patients from the previous year.
• The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) reported that HRSA-funded health centers served over 31 million total patients in 2023, an increase of 2.7 million since 2020,

This growth demonstrates the crucial role community health centers play in providing accessible healthcare to underserved communities.

Hurricane Milton’s Impact on Community Health Centers

• Direct Relief has awarded $700,000 in emergency grant funding to 28 healthcare providers, including community health centers, in response to Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
• According to the Florida Association of Community Health Centers, the storms significantly damaged more than 30 community health center service locations.

The impact on health is expected to continue long after the storm, with increased risks of waterborne diseases and other health issues. Learn how to support local recovery efforts here.

November is National Diabetes Month

As we observe National Diabetes Month, we want to highlight the crucial role community health centers play in diabetes prevention, education, and management. Health centers are making a difference by providing essential care and diabetes management services in these underserved areas.

• According to the CDC, racial and ethnic minority groups and those with lower socioeconomic status have higher rates of diabetes. Rural populations face a 16% higher prevalence of type 2 diabetes compared to urban areas. Learn more about Advancing Health Equity for Diabetes.

PARTNER PROMOS

Avoid Higher Taxes in 2025 with First Nonprofit (FNP)

Federal and state law require health centers to offer their employees short-term unemployment benefits should employees be downsized or terminated. However, federal law also allows 501(c)(3) organizations to opt out of their state unemployment tax fund and manage in what can be a simpler, more cost-effective way. Yet most non-profit employers DO NOT opt out despite the benefits. 

FNP provides health centers with a self-funded option with the same benefits to employees. They administer the program on behalf of health centers to ensure employer obligations are met. FNP’s work is saving health centers up to 60%! 

Many states may increase SUI taxes in 2025. Click here to see how likely a 2025 increase is in your state. It’s not too late.

What Makes Propio’s Language Services Unique?

Health centers are required to make language services available to patients with limited English proficiency. Propio’s breadth of languages, medically qualified interpreters, EHR integration, and overall technology support health center needs. And they offer exclusive discounts through CHCollective.

Don’t Miss out on Provista’s Q4 Group Buys – Discounts are Available Until Dec. 31!

Discover how Provista’s Q4 Group Buy promotions can benefit your health center before the year ends. Offering exclusive discounts on essential equipment and services from GE Healthcare to Philips Healthcare, and STERIS Corporation, this is your chance to access top-tier products at a fraction of the cost!

Urgent: $200 Rebate on Welch Allyn Upgrades – Ends Dec 31

Time is running out to upgrade your legacy Welch Allyn vital signs devices and receive a $200 rebate! The offer ends on December 31, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to modernize your health center’s equipment while saving money. Upgrading now ensures you start the new year with reliable, state-of-the-art vital signs devices.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mark your calendars for these important industry events:

• NACHC Policy & Issues Forum – Feb. 12-15, 2025 | Washington, D.C.
• CHCollective Purchasing Summit – November 2025 | Ft. Worth, TX More announcements to come!

We’re excited to connect with you at these events and discuss how we can further support the important work happening in your health center. Thank you for your continued partnership!

If you have any questions about promotions or would like more information on how CHCollective can help your health center save in 2025, please don’t hesitate to reach out.