Turn Your Healthcare Consortium Into a Strategic Advantage For many healthcare organizations, broadband and network costs continue to rise as digital care delivery, telehealth, cloud applications, cybersecurity demands, and EHR connectivity become more critical to daily operations.
As telecom carriers accelerate the retirement of legacy copper infrastructure, healthcare organizations are approaching a critical inflection point—one that directly impacts uptime, security, compliance, and patient care. Across the country, copper-based networks are being decommissioned, often with
Healthcare organizations operate some of the most complex telecommunications environments in any industry. Between internet, connectivity, wide-area networks, voice services, security infrastructure, and network management, telecom expenses can quickly become difficult to track and optimize.
Network Better in 2026: Building Secure, Funded, and Future-Ready Healthcare Networks As healthcare systems enter 2026, the role of the network has never been more critical—or more visible. From clinical care delivery and patient experience
When it comes to managing your Healthcare Connect Fund (HCF) program, not all filers are created equal. Many organizations assume that once the forms are filed, the job is done—but true value comes from ongoing
FG has a long history of helping Iowa hospitals reduce costs, strengthen networks, and access critical federal funding through the Healthcare Connect Fund (HCF). Iowa-based and deeply rooted in the state’s broadband landscape, we are
For more than a decade, FG has partnered with the State of Iowa and Iowa’s hospital community to reduce telecom costs, improve network performance, and unlock federal funding. As an Iowa-based company, our story is
As health care leaders, we know connectivity is no longer a “nice-to-have” — it’s mission-critical. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), especially those serving rural or underserved communities, often face high costs to maintain broadband and
Navigating the Healthcare Connect Fund (HCF) application process can be complex, but with the right approach, you can avoid common delays and ensure your funding request is processed efficiently. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help
In the rapidly evolving world of healthcare, the need for robust and reliable network infrastructure is more critical than ever. Modern hospital systems rely on seamless digital connectivity to support telemedicine, manage electronic health records
Hospital associations are at the forefront of ensuring healthcare providers have access to the resources they need to deliver exceptional care. In an increasingly digital healthcare landscape, robust network connectivity is no longer optional—it’s essential.
The Universal Service Administrative Company’s (USAC) Healthcare Connect Fund (HCF) provides a vital opportunity for non-profit healthcare systems to expand their connectivity and improve the delivery of telehealth services. However, maximizing these funds requires a