Designation of Medically Underserved Populations and Health Professions Shortage Areas By Debra A. McCurdy on 29 July 2010 Print:Email this postLike this postShare this post on LinkedIn HRSA has announced plans to establish a Negotiated Rulemaking Committee on the Designation of Medically Underserved Populations and Health Professions Shortage Areas, as mandated by the ACA.