Critical Access Hospital (CAH) — A federally designated small rural hospital (≤25 beds, located in a rural area, with 24/7 emergency care). CAH status gives hospitals cost-based Medicare reimbursement and is a key part of the federal rural health framework.

See also: FQHC, RHC, CHC, RHTP

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