Dec. 15, 2025
Nelson Mullins Secures $1.46 Million in Federal Funding for UNC Health Blue Ridge Cardiac Care Expansion
Nelson Mullins’ successfully advocated for UNC Health Blue Ridge to receive $1.46 million in federal funding for the replacement and expansion of its catheterization lab. This critical investment will enable UNC Health Blue Ridge to launch a ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) program, strengthening cardiac care and saving lives in rural communities. Special thanks to U.S. Congressman Tim Moore for championing this vital initiative to advance rural health care.
Andrew Heath led the effort, with strategic advisory support from Chris Cushing and Bob Wilson—longtime outside counsel to UNC Health Blue Ridge.
For more details, including Congressman Moore’s statement and source documents, visit: https://timmoore.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-tim-moore-votes-reopen-government-securing-54-million-federal
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