Louisiana Federal RHTP Award (FY2026-FY2030)

Capital Improvement Program

Funds capital improvements for rural health facilities to enhance infrastructure and expand access.

Alternative Payment Model

Implements alternative payment models for rural providers to incentivize value and quality of care.

Rural Clinician Credit Bank

Provides credits and incentives to rural clinicians to support workforce retention and recruitment.

Telehealth

Supports telehealth expansion among rural providers to improve service availability and patient access.

Care conveners / navigation network

Establishes care navigation supports for rural patients, improving access and coordination.

Collaborative Provider Model

Promotes collaborative models for rural health providers, including care teams and partnerships.

Food is Medicine

Food-as-medicine initiative addresses nutrition and chronic disease prevention among rural populations.

Ochsner Clinic Foundation

Supports recruitment, hiring, and retention of rural clinical workforce across multiple parishes in Louisiana under Year 1 RHTP Rural Clinician Credit Bank.

Outpatient Medical Center

Supports rural clinician capacity and retention under Year 1 RHTP Rural Clinician Credit Bank.

Winnsboro Medical Clinic

Funds workforce recruitment/retention in rural settings under RHTP.

SR Minden, Southern Roots

LaBorde Therapy Center