Submission Statement: This is both a human level dive and a data driven look at the reasons many rural hospitals across the US are at risk of, or have already, closed. It examines the population dynamics as well as the payments that create this problem. Reuters' graphics teams are also very well done so most of the data is easy to read.
Roughly 20 percent, or 60 million, of the US population is located in rural areas and understanding the challenges of healthcare in these areas can allow for better policies.
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