Medically underserved areas (MUAs) and populations (MUP) identify geographic areas with a lack of access to primary care services. These designations help establish health maintenance organizations or community health centers. These designations never expire.
Scoring Criteria:
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Provider per 1,000 population ratio: 0 – 28.7 points
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Percent of population at 100% of the federal poverty level: 0 – 25.1 points
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Percent of population age 65 and over: 0 – 20.2 points
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Infant mortality rate: 0 – 26 points