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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.

Schedule a Session

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

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North Dakota

The Department of Health and Human Services launched its Rural Health Transformation Funding Opportunities webpage, which will serve as the central source for grant announcements and application materials throughout the state’s five-year initiative. Applications are open for the Suicide Intervention – Healthcare Systems Initiative and Rural Health Clinical Equipment grants. Additional opportunities under the Connecting Technology, Data and Providers for a Stronger North Dakota pillar are expected to be released in the future. Members interested in applying should review vendor registration and federal UEI requirements and continue to monitor the Rural Health Transformation Funding Opportunities webpage for new funding announcements.

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

2026-06-11T17:50:44-04:00June 11, 2026|North Dakota|

Ohio

The state's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) recently reminded stakeholders of several active funding opportunities that remain open for applications. Current solicitations include the: 

These initiatives support workforce development, technical assistance and chronic disease prevention efforts to improve health outcomes in rural communities. Interested applicants are encouraged to review solicitation requirements and submission details before the upcoming deadlines. 

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

2026-06-11T17:50:18-04:00June 11, 2026|Ohio|

Tennessee

The Department of Health released a Request for Applications (RFA No. 34320-19226) for the Creating Healthier Rural Communities Through the End Zone for Chronic Disease Prevention initiative. Interested organizations participated in an application teleconference on June 11. The applications are due by July 6. Additional information and application materials are available through the Department of Health’s Procurement Opportunities webpage under the RHTP section. 

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

2026-06-11T17:49:49-04:00June 11, 2026|Tennessee|

Virginia

Virginia’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHT) hosted a webinar on June 3 to provide stakeholders with an overview of the initiative and upcoming opportunities. The Rural Health Team is developing a FAQ document based on questions submitted during the event, which will be distributed through the program’s inaugural newsletter and posted on the website. Members are encouraged to sign up for program updates to receive future announcements and resources.

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

2026-06-11T17:49:22-04:00June 11, 2026|Virginia|

Wisconsin

The Department of Health Services (DHS) was seeking feedback from healthcare organizations to inform development of a new statewide electronic health record (EHR) system under the Rural Health Transformation Program technology initiative. DHS was asking healthcare organizations to designate a representative to complete an interest survey by June 9. The survey was intended to gauge early interest and does not commit organizations to participate.

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

2026-06-11T17:48:59-04:00June 11, 2026|Wisconsin|

Alaska

The Department of Health Implementation Application Walkthrough Webinar (June 1, 2026) is now posted. Of the nearly 1,800 Letters of Interest received from 864 unique organizations, 403 were advanced to this full implementation pathway funding, while 28 were approved for planning pathway funding. 

Also in Alaska, the Department of Health is also hosting regional planning meetings across Alaska, with upcoming sessions scheduled for Mat-Su on June 4 and the Greater Anchorage Area on September 22. Interested stakeholders can submit their Regional Meeting Interest Form or provide input through the Community Input Form.  

Finally in Alaska, the Department of Health anticipates opening a new Letter of Interest (LOI) submission period for Year 2 funding in early fall 2026, along with state-directed targeted innovation opportunities focused on priority areas such as equipment upgrades, training and value-based payment models. 

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

2026-06-05T10:13:49-04:00June 5, 2026|Alaska|

Arkansas

The state's Rural Health Transformation Program released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for PACT (Promoting Access, Coordination, and Transformation) initiative. The program is designed to strengthen and modernize rural healthcare delivery through expanded access to care, improved care coordination, workforce development, clinically integrated networks and technology-enabled infrastructure. 

The PACT initiative will support projects focused on: 

  • Expanding access to primary, specialty, preventive, behavioral health and emergency services in rural communities;  
  • Improving coordination among hospitals, clinics, EMS providers, pharmacies and community-based organizations;  
  • Strengthening trauma readiness and emergency response capabilities;  
  • Supporting clinically integrated networks (CINs) and shared data infrastructure;  
  • Enhancing workforce training and optimization; and  
  • Advancing telehealth, technology adoption and strategic facility investments.  

The application period is open June 8 through July 10, with approximately $93.6 million available through the initiative. 

Notably, pharmacies are specifically identified as eligible applicants, along with EMS providers, licensed healthcare practitioners, behavioral health providers, CINs and nonprofit or public entities serving rural Arkansas. 

Additional information and application materials are available at www.arkansasrhtp.com, and questions may be submitted to Info@arkansasrhtp.com during the application period. 

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

2026-06-05T10:13:03-04:00June 5, 2026|Arkansas|

Colorado

Colorado scheduled multiple webinars to support RHTP grant applicants, including a Partnerships for Grantees session on June 10, from 2:00-3:00 pm, focused on creating meaningful partnerships with healthcare organizations, community groups and vendors. A comprehensive How to Fill Out the RFA webinar is scheduled for June 23, from 9:00-10:30 am, offering 90 minutes of tips and recommendations for completing grant applications. 

The state also provides ongoing support through regular office hours (see below), along with an RHTP Advisory Committee meeting on June 22. Colorado published an Available Vendor Partnership List to help providers identify potential collaborators, and vendors can express interest through a dedicated vendor interest form. 

  • Tuesday, June 16, 9:00 to 10:00 am Join here. 
  • Tuesday, June 23, 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm Join here. 
  • Thursday, June 25 8:00 to 9:00 am. Join here. 

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

2026-06-05T10:12:31-04:00June 5, 2026|Colorado|

Iowa

Iowa's Healthy Hometowns program continues to expand its Rural Health Transformation Program through new funding opportunities, including the Combat Cancer Health Hub Program and the Maternal Health Hub and Spoke Networks of Care RFI. The University of Iowa Health Care and Iowa Primary Care Association have been selected by the Department of Health and Human Services as the statewide Health Hub Technical Assistance Provider for the state's Rural Health Transformation Program and Healthy Hometowns initiative. They will provide training, resources and guidance to organizations interested in developing Health Hubs. 

University of Iowa Health Care will host a kickoff webinar on June 23 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon CST to provide an overview of the program, technical assistance (TA) goals, available support services and 2026 educational opportunities. Registration for the June 23 kickoff webinar will be available soon. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to monitor program communications for registration details and additional event information. 

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

2026-06-05T10:12:05-04:00June 5, 2026|Iowa|
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