Mississippi RHTP: Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) – EmPATH Units Grant Opportunity

Summary

Mississippi's Rural Health Transformation Program is seeking proposals to expand psychiatric emergency services in rural communities through EmPATH units. The official funding page publishes the NOFO, public questions-and-answers, a recommended supply list, and the live application link.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are Mississippi-located hospitals meeting either HRSA rural eligibility criteria or possessing Critical Access Hospital (CAH) designation.

Requirements Checklist

• Applicants must propose the development of an EmPATH Unit serving as a regional psychiatric emergency services facility. Proposals must include: a start-up budget (covering one-time costs such as renovations, equipment, technology/EHR modifications, staff recruitment/training), an operating budget (documenting ongoing staff and operational costs), and a billing strategy. All funded activities must comply with 2 CFR Part 200 and 2 CFR Part 300, procurement and audit requirements (including Single Audit compliance), and state/federal laws. Indirect and administrative costs must not exceed 5% of the award; per-employee salaries are capped at the federal salary limit ($225,700). Funds are provided strictly on a reimbursement basis.

Required attachments

• Proposal narrative