Management of Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors by Rural and Urban Primary Care Practices

RUHRC Authors: Peterson, LE
Publication Date: 01/22/2026
Full Publication: Management of Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors by Rural and Urban Primary Care Practices

Objective

Our objective is to compare management of CVD risk factors between rural and urban practices, using quality measures, in a large national primary care registry. We also assess for differences by the composition of patients in the practice who are racial/ethnic minorities or who live in socioeconomically deprived areas.

Suggested Citation

Peterson LE, Morgan ZJ. Management of Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors by Rural and Urban Primary Care Practices. Lexington, KY: Rural and Underserved Health Research Center; 2026.