10/23/2026
As of September 2026, approximately 62% of America’s designated primary care Health Professional Shortage Areas were in rural areas.
For patients managing chronic conditions, the challenge extends beyond getting to an appointment. It includes staying connected to their care team in the weeks and months between visits.
We’re revisiting “Bridging the 90-Mile Gap,” exploring how remote patient monitoring can help rural practices maintain that connection. Home readings, clinical review and timely follow-up can give care teams greater visibility into patients’ health, helping them identify changes that might otherwise go unnoticed.
🔵 Read the blog:
https://vivocaresolutions.com/blog/remote-patient-monitoring-rural-health/
Source: Rural Health Information Hub, citing September 2026 HRSA data:
https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/topics/healthcare-access