Live from the CHIME Stage: "Friends in RURAL Places" – How the Rural Healthcare Crisis is Finding New Partnerships and Innovators to Address Critical Challenges

This session will explore how AI-driven innovation is transforming rural healthcare, addressing key operational and financial challenges that providers face. Led by ScaleHealth, featuring insights from Microsoft Philanthropies, RHAIL participants, and technology partners, the discussion will highlight real-world solutions in revenue cycle management and referral processes. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how collaborative partnerships and AI-powered tools are improving patient care, streamlining operations, and fostering sustainable change in rural health systems. Join us to learn how you can get involved in driving impactful healthcare innovation. Presented by ScaleHealth and Microsoft Philanthropies **Speakers: ** Chris Spearman, CSO, ScaleHealth Laura Kreofsky, Director of Rural Health, Microsoft Philanthropies Scott McEachern, Chief Information Officer, Southern Coos Hospital & Health Center Eric Jemenez, Chief Information Officer, Artesia General Hospital Eric Stedham, Director of Information Technology, Graham Regional Medical Center