Progressive Health Group

01/13/2026

According to a recent Becker’s Payer Issues article, the enhanced ACA premium tax credits expired on Dec. 31, and congressional action to extend them remains stalled. Without renewal, Mississippi is projected to experience the highest increase in uninsured residents in the nation (65%) — far above other states.

This change puts critical healthcare access at risk for countless families and strains providers already working to serve rural and underserved communities.

We at Progressive Health Group believe affordable coverage is essential for strong communities and sustainable local health systems — especially here in Mississippi.

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01/05/2026

Start the year strong with preventive care 💙

Schedule your annual checkup, screenings, or wellness visit to stay ahead of your health in 2026.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Progressive Health Group! 🎉

As we step into a new year, we remain committed to helping our communities feel good and live better through compassionate, quality care. Thank you for trusting us to be part of your health journey—here’s to a healthy, hopeful year ahead. 💙

12/30/2025

NRHA is proud to announce CMS has released the FY2026 awards!

Please find our press release here: https://www.ruralhealth.us/blogs/2025/12/nrha-statement-on-cms-announcement-of-rural-health-transformation-program-(rhtp)-fy-2026-awards

For more information, reference NRHA’s RHTP Webpage: https://www.ruralhealth.us/programs/center-for-rural-health-innovation-and-system-redesign/rural-health-transformation-program

12/25/2025

Here’s to a healthy, happy holiday season! 🎄✨

From all of us at Progressive Health Group, we’re wishing you and your loved ones joy, wellness, and memorable moments this season. May your holidays be filled with laughter, love, and good health!

12/23/2025

CMS has established the Office of Rural Health Transformation to lead the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program—focused on strengthening access, infrastructure, and collaboration in rural communities nationwide. The new office will coordinate funding, state engagement, and oversight to ensure meaningful, long-term impact for rural healthcare.

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has created a new Office of Rural Health Transformation to coordinate and oversee the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program. The office will manage grants, monitor state compliance, and support rural healthcare access initiatives across the US.

12/23/2025

How Not to Give or Get COVID-19 This Christmas 🎄

No one wants to spend the holidays feeling sick. COVID-19 and other viruses are still spreading, but a few smart steps can help protect your loved ones:

• Stay home if you’re sick or recently exposed
• Get vaccinated to reduce severe illness
• Wear a mask in crowded places or while traveling
• Improve air flow, wash hands, and avoid packed indoor spaces
• Test before gatherings and keep celebrations smaller when possible

Let’s take care of each other so we can enjoy a healthy, happy holiday season together ❤️

Learn more from the World Health Network: https://whn.global/how-not-to-give-or-get-covid-for-christmas/

12/22/2025

Healthy habits matter—especially during seasonal sickness. ❄️

Fuel your body, wash those hands, and stay warm—simple steps that help keep you feeling your best all season long.

12/15/2025

Stay healthy this season with simple habits that support your immune system and overall wellness: ❄️

-Eat well and stay hydrated
-Dress warmly and protect your skin
-Wash hands and avoid crowds when possible
-Get enough sleep and stay active indoors
-Use a humidifier and get some sunlight daily
-Limit sugar and alcohol
-Keep up with routine check-ups

Want more tips? Read the full article to learn more:
https://www.healthshots.com/how-to/ways-to-stay-healthy-in-winter/

12/11/2025

Rural America is built on resilience — doing more with less. But when it comes to healthcare, that resilience is being stretched to its limits.

From physician shortages and limited specialty care to hospitals operating on razor-thin margins, rural communities face some of the toughest healthcare challenges in the country. Yet despite these barriers, rural providers continue to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care that rivals major urban systems.

But excellence under pressure shouldn’t be mistaken for adequate resourcing. Rural hospitals and clinics need meaningful investment, policy support, and sustainable funding to ensure every patient — regardless of zip code — has access to quality care.

This article by Colton W. Wolf captures the realities of rural healthcare and why the “do more with less” mindset is no longer enough.

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As Americans, we’re taught that resilience is a cardinal virtue. We believe in the power of the bootstrap — the idea that sheer ingenuity and hard work can overcome any

12/08/2025

A new study from The University of Texas at Arlington highlights the growing healthcare gap between rural and urban communities and the critical role the Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) program plays in keeping essential services open. With more than 100 rural hospital closures since 2005 and many more at risk, the REH model offers a path to preserve emergency and outpatient care for vulnerable communities.

At Progressive Health Group, we’ve supported multiple hospitals through successful REH conversions by guiding regulatory and financial planning, strengthening emergency and outpatient operations, and helping leaders make informed, community-focused decisions. As research continues to show the challenges facing rural healthcare, we remain committed to helping hospitals stay open and ensuring patients maintain access to the care they deserve.

Learn more about the study:

Researchers analyze how the Rural Emergency Hospital model is shaping access to care in vulnerable Texas communities