Michigan’s Rural Health Transformation Program is in its initial implementation phase for FY 2026–2030 following CMS approval, with active planning and grant solicitations underway. Led by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the program is currently focused on building regional and clinical partnerships, expanding rural workforce capacity, advancing health information technology and telehealth, and improving access and care coordination. Advisory Council formation is complete, and current efforts include targeted funding opportunities for workforce, chronic disease care, and transportation solutions, alongside transparent tracking of investments across rural communities. Current structured plan tracks 7 key initiatives and 10 strategic goals.
Michigan's Rural Health Transformation Program continues in the implementing phase. In July 2026, MDHHS issued multiple grant funding opportunities for the Workforce for Wellness Initiative, Chronic Disease Collaborative Care Fund, and Improving Care Delivery and Access through Transportation, with applications open to eligible rural providers and funding to begin in October 2026. Dozens of subrecipients have already been awarded funds, and projects targeting workforce, data integration, and care delivery are underway, with most workplans pending final CMS approval. Additional key opportunities focus on rural workforce recruitment and interoperability pilots, confirming active implementation of program priorities. State opportunities: 8 active (8 closing soon, 46 past/closed), $54.6M listed funding. Key opportunities: Michigan Diabetes and Hypertension Management and Education - 2027; Michigan Diabetes and Hypertension Management and Education - 2027; Michigan Improving Care and Access Through Transportation - 2027. Strategy alignment: supports workforce, prevention, care access priorities.
RHTP Strategy
Michigan’s RHTP maintains a coordinated, community-driven transformation led by MDHHS, focused on strengthening regional and local partnerships, expanding rural health workforce capacity, advancing interoperability and health technology, and piloting innovative care and transportation models. Competitive grantmaking prioritizes actionable projects in workforce development, chronic disease care, behavioral health, care coordination, and rural access, shaped by robust stakeholder engagement and ongoing Advisory Council oversight through FY2030.
Model
A targeted, grant-driven, hub-and-spoke model anchored by regional partnerships, rural workforce pipelines, investments in interoperability and digital health, development of innovative care and transportation models, and ongoing technical assistance and advisory council coordination from MDHHS and the Office of Rural Health Transformation.
Key Initiatives
1Transforming Rural Health Through Partnerships Initiative: Fund and advance collaborative regional and community networks to integrate care coordination, align service delivery, and promote sustainable rural health models.
2Workforce for Wellness Initiative: Administer competitive grants for rural and tribal provider training, recruitment, and retention, including maternal health provider training, University-Led Master of Social Work Award, rural health provider recruitment and retention, supervision stipends, and social work pipeline programs.
3Interoperability in Action Initiative: Invest in rural health IT, data exchange, telehealth, remote monitoring, and digital referral networks to support interoperability for subrecipients.
4Care Closer to Home Initiative: Expand and pilot community-based and home-based service models, including transportation solutions to improve rural access for aging, maternal, and behavioral health populations.
5Chronic Disease Collaborative Care Fund: Support partnerships to implement proven, collaborative approaches for diabetes, hypertension, and chronic disease prevention and management in rural communities.
6Distribute competitive subgrants to counties and organizations with highest rural need for piloting care delivery innovation and service integration.
7Establish and maintain the Rural Health Transformation Advisory Council for transparent program oversight, robust stakeholder engagement, and public progress tracking.
Timeline: Funding and phased implementation from FY2026 through FY2030; state planning and application in 2025; CMS approval in 2026; grant competitions and advisory council convening in 2026; ongoing evaluation and project implementation through 2030.
Health Priority
Transportation Access
The program prioritizes improving transportation options to enhance access to rural health care services. Initiatives seek to reduce barriers for rural residents needing care.
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Chronic Disease Collaborative Care
Programs targeting chronic disease management are designed to facilitate collaborative care and improve outcomes for rural populations affected by chronic health conditions.
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Workforce Wellness
MDHHS aims to strengthen the rural health workforce, supporting wellness and retention among health providers serving rural areas.
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MI - 2026 - Michigan awarded more than $173 million in federal funding to strengthen rural health
Supports rural health data integration and infrastructure for statewide rural health improvement.
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Michigan Center for Rural Health (MCRH)
Funds rural interoperability and governance for improved coordination.
$400K
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District Health Department #10
Funds rural access and connectivity improvements in health service delivery.
$1.7M
Quality Improvement
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Michigan 2-1-1
Provides funding to expand rural health access via connectivity solutions.
$1.5M
Quality Improvement
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Community Mental Health Association of Michigan
Enables rural mental health organizations to integrate data systems for improved patient care.
$1.0M
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Access Health
Supports rural data integration to improve interoperability and health outcomes.
$600K
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Center for Health & Research Transformation (CHRT)
Funds integration and infrastructure improvements to enhance rural health data sharing.
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Catholic Human Services Inc.
Funds prevention education and supports for youth in multiple northern Michigan counties.
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Population Health
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National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence - Greater Detroit Area
Funds local prevention education and youth programs in Oakland, Wayne and surrounding communities.
$375K
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Family Service & Children's Aid
Supports family-strengthening and prevention programs for youth in Jackson County.
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AnnouncementJul 31, 2026PDF2026
MDHHS has launched seven Grant Funding Opportunities under RHTP, targeting workforce, chronic disease management, and transportation initiatives. The Advisory Council is actively guiding implementation and evaluation, focusing on outcome metrics, collaboration, and data infrastructure. Additional GFOs expected after CMS Budget Period 2 awards, signaling program expansion.
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- CMS Budget Period 2 Award Notification Expected - October 2026
QUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · WORKFORCE · HEALTH_INFORMATION_TECHNOLOGY · POPULATION_HEALTH · OTHER
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CMS Budget Period 2 Award Notification Expected - October 2026
Core Initiatives
Strengthen partnerships supporting rural health transformation
Expand and stabilize the rural health workforce
Advance interoperability for better care coordination
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Strengthen partnerships supporting rural health transformation
Expand and stabilize the rural health workforce
Advance interoperability for better care coordination
Develop models that bring essential services closer to rural residents
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This proposed Michigan Medicaid policy adds reimbursement for peer recovery coach (PRC) services in hospital outpatient and ED settings for adults with substance use disorders. The policy describes benefit details, provider eligibility, billing processes, and reimbursement limitations. Implementation is contingent upon CMS State Plan Amendment approval. Key contacts: Erica Daily dailye2@michigan.gov
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- Public comment due date - 08/31/2026
- Proposed effective date - 10/01/2026
Michigan awarded RHTP funding to a broad set of subrecipients across multiple strategic initiatives, with projects grouped into data integration, care partnerships, workforce, and care delivery. Awards were contingent upon CMS review and ranged across public health departments, behavioral health, workforce pipelines, and tribal governments. The program aims to foster innovation, improve interoperability, and address population health needs through local partnerships.
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- Award Notice Date - 07/10/2026
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Award Notice Date - 07/10/2026
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Improve interoperability and data integration across rural health settings
Expand access and connectivity for rural populations
Foster collaborative care and sustainability
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Improve interoperability and data integration across rural health settings
Expand access and connectivity for rural populations
Foster collaborative care and sustainability
Enhance recruitment and retention of rural health workforce
Advance behavioral health and care delivery in rural areas
Support tribal health initiatives and partnerships
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This is the official summary of Michigan's FY 2026-27 Health and Human Services budget, detailing appropriations, major changes from the previous year, and policy priorities. Adjustments address Medicaid caseloads, provider taxes, behavioral health, and various social service programs. No Rural Health Transformation Program awards or solicitations are explicitly referenced.
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- Budget Publication Date - 07/09/2026
- House Fiscal Agency Document Date - 2026-07-09
- Funds to be expended (State Fiscal Recovery Fund) - 2026-12-31
- Legislatively directed spending report due (first) - 2026-03-15
- Legislatively directed spending report due (second) - 2026-06-15
- Legislatively directed spending report due (third) - 2026-09-15
- Maternal and Child Health Programs Report Due - 2026-04-01 - America/Detroit - DHHS
- Opening of Southeast Michigan State Psychiatric Hospital - 2026-10-01 - America/Detroit - Southeast Michigan
Funds to be expended (State Fiscal Recovery Fund) - 2026-12-31
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Budget Publication Date - 07/09/2026
House Fiscal Agency Document Date - 2026-07-09
Funds to be expended (State Fiscal Recovery Fund) - 2026-12-31
Legislatively directed spending report due (first) - 2026-03-15
Legislatively directed spending report due (second) - 2026-06-15
Legislatively directed spending report due (third) - 2026-09-15
Maternal and Child Health Programs Report Due - 2026-04-01 - America/Detroit - DHHS
Opening of Southeast Michigan State Psychiatric Hospital - 2026-10-01 - America/Detroit - Southeast Michigan
End of Fiscal Year for Appropriations - 2026-09-30 - America/Detroit - Michigan
Core Initiatives
Provide health and human services for Michigan's most vulnerable families
Administer Medicaid and Healthy Michigan Plan
Fund behavioral health, public health, aging, crime victim, and medical services
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Provide health and human services for Michigan's most vulnerable families
Administer Medicaid and Healthy Michigan Plan
Fund behavioral health, public health, aging, crime victim, and medical services
Achieve Medicaid managed care efficiencies and cost savings.
Support and improve access to perinatal and gynecological services.
Increase asset value for skilled nursing facilities to defray capital improvement costs.
Comply with CMS service requirements for private duty nursing for Medicaid recipients under 21.
Enhance federal match for ground emergency medical transportation.
Support family caregiving for Home and Community-Based Services beneficiaries.
Promote outreach and prevention for chronic kidney disease.
Support workforce training and retention in nursing facilities.
Establish a Home Help Caregiver Council to support in-home caregivers.
Increase reimbursement for mobile radiograph (x-ray) services in long-term care.
Provide appropriations for FQHC training, drug repository, health access improvement, cancer research, and ambulance support.
Maintain or improve support for meal and diaper assistance programs for vulnerable populations.
Enhance requirements and reporting for direct care worker wage increases and network adequacy.
Facilitate data-driven and prompt eligibility determination for Medicaid and food assistance programs.
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Michigan has established an RHTP Advisory Council to support program implementation by engaging rural health partners and communities. The council provides insight and actionable recommendations to MDHHS and serves as a communication bridge between state leadership and rural stakeholders. Key contacts: Alan Bolter; Andrea Wendling, M.D.; Andrew Chosa; Angela Madden
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Alan Bolter - Community Mental Health Association
Andrea Wendling, M.D. - Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Boyne Area Medical Center
Andrew Chosa - Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions
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Alan Bolter - Community Mental Health Association
Andrea Wendling, M.D. - Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Boyne Area Medical Center
Andrew Chosa - Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions
Angela Madden - Michigan Association of Ambulance Services
April Kay Osburn - Central & Western Area Health Education Center / Central Michigan University
Catherine A. Macomber - Saginaw Valley State University
Crystal Barter - Michigan Center for Rural Health
Elise Marie Bur - Northern Michigan University
Heidi Britton - Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc.
Jeremy Cannon - Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
Julie Kay Yaroch, D.O. - ProMedica
Kim Bachelder - Michigan Health Information Network (MiHIN)
Lauren LaPine - Michigan Hospital Association
Lucy P. DeWildt, PharmD - Health & Human Services Director, Bay Mills Health Center
Megan Murphy - Superior Health Foundation
Nicholas Cushman - Indian Health Service / University of Michigan College of Pharmacy
Phillip Bergquist - Michigan Primary Care Association
Robert Walter Mach - Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital
Sarah Oleniczak - Northern Michigan Community Health Innovation Region / District Health Department #10
Core Initiatives
Strengthen collaboration with rural health partners, community leaders, and residents
Improve partner participation during implementation and evaluation
Provide actionable recommendations to MDHHS for strategic direction and policy decisions
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Strengthen collaboration with rural health partners, community leaders, and residents
Improve partner participation during implementation and evaluation
Provide actionable recommendations to MDHHS for strategic direction and policy decisions
Ensure transparent communication and shared understanding of program priorities and outcomes
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The program is administered through the MHA Center of Rural Excellence and the MHA Keystone Center Patient Safety Organization. It focuses on advancing patient safety, rural hospital sustainability, and statewide advocacy efforts to improve rural health outcomes.
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A refreshed MHA.org is coming . Designed with Michigan hospitals and communities in mind, the updated website will make it easier to access advocacy updates, news, events and resources. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4f6Mc2q -...
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MHA CEO Brian Peters issued a media statement in response to a proposal announced by the Michigan House of Representatives. - June 18 - View on Facebook · Share
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Michigan hospitals made clear in testimony this morning that House Bills 6116–6119 would act as an accelerant toward the affordability crisis and harm healthcare access throughout the state. If enacted, these bills will increase costs and threaten access to care by forcing service cuts, workforce reductions and hospital closures, especially in rural communities. We urge lawmakers to reject this legislation and prioritize working with providers on solutions that lower costs without putting patient care and local economies at risk. Visit MHA.org to learn more.
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The @umhealthsparrow Mobile Health Clinic delivers critical, no-cost medical services directly to communities in need across Mid-Michigan. The clinic has been instrumental in uncovering serious, dormant conditions and enabling early, lifesaving interventions for conditions like diabetes and hypertension. Learn more about how Michigan #HospitalsHelp at MIHospitals.org.
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📰 Newsroom: MHA CEO Brian Peters issues a statement following the announcement of a hospital-focused bill package by the State House. Read more at MHA.org.
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MDHHS launched new GFOs under RHTP, including funding opportunities focusing on rural health transformation, workforce expansion, and partnership strengthening. The newsletter includes event announcements, syndromic surveillance updates, and new educational resources for rural health stakeholders. Major program focus areas include maternal health, respiratory health in relation to wildfire smoke, doula workforce development, and improvement of food access in rural and underserved communities. Key contacts: Sarah Scheitler scheitlers@michigan.gov; Hannah Mesa hmesa@umich.edu
Event schedule:
- Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 1 - 07/22/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
- Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 2 - 07/29/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
- Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 3 - 08/05/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
- Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 4 - 08/12/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
- Sembrando Communidad: Evento de Mentoria y Desarrollo - 08/22/2026 - ET - Southwest Detroit
- Community of Practice Webinar on Maternal and Infant Oral Health Updates - 08/06/2026 - 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
- Community & Family Regional Town Hall – Wayne, Oakland & Macomb counties - 08/11/2026 - 4:00–6:00 PM ET - 17567 Hubbell Ave., Suite #149, Detroit, MI 48219
- Doula RISE Pre-Approval Application Deadline - 08/17/2026 - ET - Online
Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 1 - 07/22/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 2 - 07/29/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 3 - 08/05/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
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Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 1 - 07/22/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 2 - 07/29/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 3 - 08/05/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
Deep Dive Series: Navigating the NICU for Doulas Session 4 - 08/12/2026 - 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
Sembrando Communidad: Evento de Mentoria y Desarrollo - 08/22/2026 - ET - Southwest Detroit
Community of Practice Webinar on Maternal and Infant Oral Health Updates - 08/06/2026 - 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM ET - Virtual (Zoom)
Community & Family Regional Town Hall – Wayne, Oakland & Macomb counties - 08/11/2026 - 4:00–6:00 PM ET - 17567 Hubbell Ave., Suite #149, Detroit, MI 48219
Increase access to peer recovery support services in rural and non-rural hospital settings
Support effective treatment engagement and recovery for individuals with substance use disorders
Integrate peer recovery coaches into hospital outpatient and emergency department care teams
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services was awarded $173,128,201 for FY 2026 under the Rural Health Transformation Program. Funding will support rural healthcare access, provider sustainability, workforce recruitment, and technology advancements in rural health systems. Key contacts: Lynn Sutfin
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, 2025 - December 30 - Funding comes from Rural Health Transformation Program
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Lynn Sutfin - Media Contact - Michigan
Core Initiatives
Improve care delivery across rural communities
Support sustainability and growth of rural health providers
Advance coordination of rural health care services
Support opioid healing and recovery initiatives with dedicated funding.
Improve accountability and outcomes for autism services.
Maintain and report on behavioral and opioid health home programs.
Support victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
Ensure funding and data transparency for maternal and child health, prenatal, and pregnancy prevention programs, prioritizing rural populations.
Provide group-based maternity programs through hospitals (Centering Pregnancy).
Maintain appropriate Medicaid reimbursement and provider wage levels.
Prioritize cost containment and proper Medicaid eligibility through reviews and audits.
Enhance maternal health and hospital data sharing initiatives.
Expand rural health transformation efforts and reporting.
Promote utilization of generic and biosimilar medicines and compliance with federal standards.
Increase access to pediatric dentistry and dental clinics in underserved areas.
Provide navigation support for Medicaid and food assistance program changes.
Stephanie Winslow - PACE Association of Michigan
Wilbert Morris - Sanilac County Community Mental Health Authority
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issued multiple announcements in 2026 seeking applications to various RHTP initiatives including improved care delivery via transportation, chronic disease collaborative care, and workforce wellness. The state also announced receiving over $173 million in federal funding to strengthen rural health. Key contacts: MDHHS-RHTP@michigan.gov
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- , 2026 - July 17 - MDHHS seeks applications for Rural Health Transformation Program Chronic Disease Collaborative Care Fund
- , 2026 - July 17 - MDHHS seeks applications for Rural Health Transformation Program Workforce for Wellness Initiative
- , 2026 - July 8 - MDHHS seeks applicants to serve on Rural Health Transformation Advisory Council
- , 2026 - January 13 - Michigan awarded more than $173 million in federal funding to strengthen rural health
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, 2026 - July 17 - MDHHS seeks applications for Rural Health Transformation Program Workforce for Wellness Initiative
, 2026 - July 8 - MDHHS seeks applicants to serve on Rural Health Transformation Advisory Council
, 2026 - January 13 - Michigan awarded more than $173 million in federal funding to strengthen rural health
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The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) received $173,128,201 for Budget Period 1 to support rural health providers amid federal funding cuts. The strategy was developed through engagement with rural providers, community partners, Medicaid beneficiaries, and residents to prioritize sustainable improvements. MDHHS also maintains transparency by featuring all RHTP subrecipients on a dedicated webpage.
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- The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program is part of H.R. 1, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed by Congress and signed into law , 2025. The $50 billion grant program runs from Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 thr...
- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) was awarded $173,128,201 for Budget Period 1 (BP1; , 2025-October 30, 2026) by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) under the RHT Program. Rea...
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The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program is part of H.R. 1, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed by Congress and signed into law , 2025. The $50 billion grant program runs from Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 thr...
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) was awarded $173,128,201 for Budget Period 1 (BP1; , 2025-October 30, 2026) by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) under the RHT Program. Rea...
Core Initiatives
Increase access to rural health providers
Improve sustainability of rural providers
Enhance health outcomes for rural populations
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