Annual Rural Health Conference
Location: Atlanta, Ga.We'll see you in Atlanta
Join NRHA and hundreds of rural health leaders from across the country down in ATL to help raise the standard for rural health with over 80 innovative, practical, and cost-saving sessions and much more.
NRHA's 48th Annual Rural Health Conference, 10th Rural Hospital Innovation Summit, and associated events constitute the largest gathering of rural health professionals in the country May 20-23 in Atlanta, Ga.
Don't miss NRHA's expanded Health Equity Conference May 19-20 and Rural Medical Education Conference occurring immediately beforehand on May 20.
“If you’re interested in actively engaging in transformational work on behalf of rural communities, NRHA’s annual events are where it’s at.” – NRHA member Peggy Wheeler
We are so excited to see everyone in Atlanta this spring.
Register for NRHA's Atlanta events
Registration will open in January.
For more information email NRHA's registration team or call 816-756-3140.
Student Rate Policy
Student registration is only available to full-time students enrolled in at least 12 concurrent credit hours per semester (or 9 hours for graduate students) of a health-related training program at any level. Individuals with full-time employment are not eligible for student registration. Registrants will be required to provide a class schedule reflecting currently enrolled credit hours and to confirm employment status.
NRHA COVID policy
With your onsite registration, you certify that you are, or will be prior to the conference, fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by one of the three FDA approved vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, or J&J).
NRHA will adhere to CDC Guidelines on Masking according to their COVID-19 Community Level Tool that determines prevention steps according to threat levels. While masks are always encouraged, they will not be required except when the community threat level as determined by the CDC for the Atlanta metropolitan area is HIGH, or if state/local mandates are imposed at the time of our conference.
NRHA Refund policy
For cancellations received by National Rural Health Association at least 30 days prior to a conference or seminar, a full refund, less a 30% processing fee, will be provided to the registrant.
For cancellations received less than 30 days prior to a conference or seminar, a credit towards attendance at a future conference or seminar will be provided.
No refunds or credits will be provided for no-shows and cancellation notifications received after the conference or seminar is held.
Annual Conference agendas
2025 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda (TBA)
Past agendas:
2024 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
2023 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
2022 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
2021 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
2020 Annual Rural Health Conference agenda
NRHA certificates of attendance will be available at the registration desk. Attendees may use these certificates with third-party organizations or their employer as documentation of having received conference hours of instruction.
Conference Hotel
TBA
Exhibitors, Sponsors and Advertisers
NRHA provides sponsorships for all its events, offering your organization the best opportunity to enhance visibility among those serving rural health care. It's essential to note that one-third of all U.S. hospitals operate in rural areas.
Sponsorships and Exhibits
Seize the unique opportunity to elevate your brand and forge valuable relationships at the nation's premier rural health care conference. Engage directly with rural health professionals and thought leaders through our exclusive sponsorship options.
Exhibit space is only available with a sponsorship and is limited each year. We encourage you to secure your spot by choosing the sponsorship that best fits your goals, completing and submitting the Insertion Order, and marking May 20-23 on your calendar to guarantee your presence and boost your rural health care connections. Review our 2025 Annual Conference Sponsorship Guide for more details.
Nonprofit entities have exclusive access to dedicated exhibit opportunities without the need for a sponsorship. To learn more and inquire about nonprofit exhibit opportunities, please email us at submit@nrhasc.com.
Rural Hospitals Partnerships
Explore how our Rural Hospital Partnership Program can amplify your brand and deepen your impact throughout the year.
- Exclusive Exhibits: Partner-only exhibit spaces to showcase your solutions.
- Subject Matter Expert: Present your expertise through our trusted platforms.
- Partner Benefits: Gain access to exclusive events, direct e-blasts, and educational opportunities.
- Legislative Alerts: Stay informed with policy updates and breaking rural health care news.
- Special Interest Groups: Participate in vibrant discussions and share your initiatives with the rural health care community.
- Organizational Page: Highlight your organization on a dedicated page of our website.
Nonprofit Partnership Program
Designed for nonprofit entities serving rural health care, this program aligns your mission with NRHA’s goals and grants year-long visibility to rural health care professionals and institutions. To learn more about our nonprofit partnership opportunities, please review our Nonprofit Partnership Guide.
Become an NRHA Partner
Apply today to become an NRHA Partner and connect with key decision-makers in rural health care.
Continuing Education
By attending the Annual Rural Health Conference offered by the National Rural Health Association, participants may earn up to nine hours ACHE Qualified Education Hours toward initial certification or recertification of the Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) designation. Download an attendance certificate for the most recent Critical Access Hospital Conference.
COVID-19 Precautions
NRHA strongly recommends all attendees are fully vaccinated against COVID prior to attending. The CDC has identified the following symptoms of a COVID-19 infection. If you have one or more of these symptoms in the days prior to or during the event, please do not participate.
If you are waiting for COVID-19 test results or have had close contact with a person who has tested positive for or who has COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home unless you receive a negative test result before the event. Also, please report to NRHA if you test positive for COVID after the event such that you may have received and/or spread the virus at the event.
Please review the current guidance and resources for Louisiana. As the COVID-19 virus and its variants are highly contagious, event attendees acknowledge the risk of exposure, assume all such risk, and NRHA shall not be held liable.
Security
Unfortunately, it is becoming more common for association meetings and conventions to be targeted by third-party websites and online scams. NRHA never uses a third party booking service and registration for NRHA conferences is only possible via the online registration links found on our website.