Issue #1
80% of rural America is considered medically underserved.
Source: NIHCM Foundation, Rural Health: Addressing Barriers to Care
Issue #2
20% of Americans — more than 77 million people — live in areas officially designated as health professional shortage areas, and nearly half of the workforce need remains unmet.
Source: HRSA Data Warehouse
Issue #3
As of March 2025, there are nearly 7,749 primary medical HPSA designations, affecting over 77 million people, and only ~47.5% of the needed practitioners to “fill” these shortage areas have been met.
Source: data. hrsa.gov
Creating a coalition focused on the health workforce for underserved communities multiplies the impact of individual efforts, builds stronger advocacy, and creates a pipeline of providers dedicated to serving communities that need them most.
Join the Coalition
Together, we can strengthen the health workforce, advance advocacy, and build a pipeline of providers committed to underserved communities. Be part of the change that makes healthcare accessible for those who need it most.