Allowable Investments Search Tool

Identifying allowable investments for a SHIP-eligible hospital does not have to be a daunting task! This search tool created by SHIP-TA through the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy helps state coordinators and hospitals navigate the possibilities.
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Contractors, Consulting, and Reviews

Unallowable

Updated January 2023

(Excluding HCAHPS and Chargemaster Review)

Contractor and consulting fees, services, and payments (recurring or one-time) are unallowable. This includes contracting for a consultant to review current operations under an approved SHIP category. 

Some unallowable expenses include but are not limited to: 

Architecture Designs Outside Employee Contracts Retainer Fees
Program Evaluation/Consulting Vendor Consultation Alterations and Renovations

Note: It is understood that some companies providing "training" in an approved SHIP category may refer to themselves as a consultant or contractor. Please e-mail SHIP-TA@ruralcenter.org if clarification is needed.

Unallowable investment

Surveys and Assessments (Excluding HCAHPS)

Unallowable

Updated January 2023

Costs associated with conducting surveys and assessments (including overhead, fees, payments, contractors, etc.) are unallowable.

Some unallowable examples include but are not limited to:

Community Health Needs Assessment(s) (CHNA) Outpatient Surveys EDCAHPS
Hospital Finance Assessments Mock Audits (Including RHCs)  

Note: This category is consistently under review, and we encourage SHIP Coordinators to email SHIP-TA@ruralcenter.org and copy your PO with questions or concerns. 

 

Unallowable investment

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