Research Alert: May 16, 2022
Comparison of Cancer Treatment Services across Hospitals
The percentage of Critical Access Hospitals, urban Prospective Payment System hospitals, and rural Prospective Payment System hospitals with comprehensive oncology services, chemotherapy services, and radiation therapy were reported for the period between 2008 and 2017. Oncology care services based on the number of miles to the nearest cancer hospital are reported for all hospitals and small hospitals.
Contact Information:
Jan Eberth, PhD
Rural and Minority Health Research Center
Phone: 803.576.7384
jmeberth@mailbox.sc.edu
Additional Resources of Interest:
- More information about the Rural and Minority Health Research Center
- More information from the Rural Health Information Hub's topic guide: Critical Access Hospitals