ITHACA, N.Y. — Cayuga Health, an affiliate of Centralus Health, says its primary care clinics in Ovid and Montour Falls are now designated as Rural Health Clinics (RHCs).
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), which is based in Baltimore, is responsible for making the designations. The federal designation enhances access to high-quality, affordable care for patients living in rural communities, Cayuga Health said.
RHC status provides clinics with additional resources and support to improve access to primary-care services in underserved areas. With the designation, Cayuga Health’s Montour Falls and Ovid clinics will be “better positioned” to meet the evolving health needs of patients across Schuyler and Seneca counties.
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“This designation is a meaningful step forward for our Montour and Ovid practices,” Elisha Wolfer, director of practice operations, said in the Cayuga Health announcement. “It reflects the dedication of our providers and staff to deliver compassionate, high-quality care in rural communities. We’re proud to continue building access to essential services close to where our patients live and work.”
Ithaca–based Cayuga Health became part of Centralus Health following its recent affiliation with Arnot Health of Elmira, forming a unified system committed to advancing care throughout the Southern Tier, Finger Lakes and Central New York regions. Arnot Health also operates a network of outpatient practices that serve rural populations across Bath, Addison, Corning, and Watkins Glen.
