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Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP)

NACDS is offering optional, one-on-one, state-specific support sessions to assist chain members with their Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) efforts. Sessions are available every Wednesday, with four 30-minute time slots focused on state-level RHTP pharmacy engagement opportunities.
Interested chain members may schedule a session.

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For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

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Alabama

NACDS, along with Alabama Pharmacy Association, submitted a letter of support for the Auburn University Health Transformation Collaborative (AUHTC) proposal submitted under the CMS Rural Health Transformation Program. This proposal represents an important opportunity to strengthen care coordination, modernize healthcare delivery and improve access to care by better integrating community pharmacies into Alabama’s healthcare system. 

Also in Alabama, the Alabama Rural Health Transformation Program (ARHTP) released its second round of Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs), including funding for the Cancer Digital Regionalization Initiative, Statewide EMS Trauma and Stroke Initiative, EMS Treat-In-Place Initiative, Maternal and Fetal Health Initiative and Simulation Training Initiative. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the NOFOs and application requirements on the ARHTP website. 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:19:23-04:00July 10, 2026|Alabama|

Arkansas

The Arkansas Rural Health Transformation Program has opened the application portal for the HEART (Healthy Eating, Active Recreation, and Transformation) initiative, which supports community-driven projects focused on nutrition, physical activity, chronic disease prevention and expanded access to preventive services in rural communities. Applications are due by July 31 at 12:00 pm CT. Applicants are encouraged to review the Project Narrative and Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) before applying.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:18:24-04:00July 10, 2026|Arkansas|

California

California’s Rural Health Transformation (CalRHT) program will launch three funding opportunities in July focused on strengthening primary and maternity care through Accelerator Partners, EHR modernization and health technology investments, and healthcare workforce recruitment, retention and training. Grant guides and application materials will be released throughout the month, and interested organizations are encouraged to monitor the CalRHT website for updates.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:18:03-04:00July 10, 2026|California|

Colorado

Colorado's RHTP Request for Application (RFA) is now open, with a submission deadline of 11:59 pm on August 3. Applicants can access a full suite of resources, including RFA applicant guidance, FAQs updated June 22, grant application sample activities and an eligibility list of rural health providers and partners — the latter is a key resource for pharmacies evaluating participation pathways. A Potential Grantee Partnership Interest Form is available to organizations seeking collaborators, and an Available Vendor Partnership List has been posted for providers seeking potential service vendors. 

Several upcoming engagement opportunities are scheduled ahead of the August deadline.  

  •  Office hours are available on July 14 (12:00 pm–1:00 pm). 
  •  RHTP Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 27 from 10:00 am–11:30 am.  

Recordings from prior webinars — including sessions on allowable vs. non-allowable costs, understanding the budget, and how to fill out the RFA — are also posted on the program website. 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:17:40-04:00July 10, 2026|Colorado|

Louisiana

Louisiana’s Department of Health (LDH) has posted several active stakeholder surveys supporting RHTP implementation, including the Food as Medicine Interest Survey, EPIC Interest Survey, EHR & Interoperability Planning Survey and Rural Provider VBC & APM Readiness Survey. The state has also posted its RHTP Notice of Funding Opportunities. An RHTP webinar will be held on August 6 from 9:00 am–10:00 am CT, and slides from the June 4 webinar are available online. 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:17:17-04:00July 10, 2026|Louisiana|

New York

New York has released its first funding opportunity under the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), announcing the Rural Community Health Integration Initiative, which will provide $76.2 million to support collaborative care coordination projects in rural communities. Funding is available to nonprofit and municipal hospitals to improve care coordination, reduce emergency department utilization and prevent hospital readmissions. The application (PDF) is due July 14.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:16:49-04:00July 10, 2026|New York|

North Carolina

The Department of Health and Human Services continues to implement its Rural Health Transformation Program by finalizing contracts with the five regional NC Hub Leads, who will conduct regional needs assessments and establish local partner networks serving all 100 counties. Additional engagement opportunities for rural pharmacies and other health care providers are expected soon. Members are encouraged to subscribe to the RHTP newsletter to receive updates on future solicitations and participation opportunities.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:16:21-04:00July 10, 2026|North Carolina|

Texas

The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) announced that Rural Texas Strong Initiative 4 (Round 2): The Next Generation of the Small Town Doctor and Team is expected to be released on July 15. Prospective applicants are encouraged to prepare by ensuring their organizations have active IAMOnline accounts and access to the HHSC Grants Management System to avoid delays once the application period opens.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:15:57-04:00July 10, 2026|Texas|

Wisconsin

The Department of Health Services has opened applications for the Rural Technology Transformation grant program, which will invest an estimated $209 million over five years to support technology projects that expand access to care, improve provider efficiency and enhance health outcomes in rural communities. In addition, the Department of Workforce Development has launched the Workforce Innovation Grant: Healthcare Employment, Access and Rural Transformation (WIG: HEART) program, making up to $150 million over four years available to support innovative healthcare workforce initiatives. Applications for the first WIG: HEART funding round are due August 17 and can be found at the WIG: HEART grant webpage. 

For more information, contact NACDS’ Jermaine Smith at 703–837–4388.

2026-07-10T12:15:32-04:00July 10, 2026|Wisconsin|
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