Tennessee DOH details $206.9M RHTP allocations; RFPs imminent post-webinar
Key Questions
What is the funding allocation for Tennessee's RHTP in FY26?
Tennessee DOH detailed $206.9 million for FY26, covering services, maternal health, technology, rural health, and transport. RFPs are imminent post-webinar.
For which areas are RFPs expected in Tennessee?
RFPs target 89 counties with uncapped reimbursements, amid KFF and REH considerations. Monitoring NOFOs is recommended.
What additional resources are available for Tennessee's RHTP?
ETSU provides a dashboard, with $1.75 million in awards and approximately $980 million total. This supports rural health initiatives.
What crisis is affecting rural health care in Tennessee?
Rural health care is in crisis, forming the backbone of Tennessee's agriculture and manufacturing. Congress is urged to provide support.
When can applicants expect Tennessee RHTP RFPs?
RFPs are imminent following the DOH webinar on March 31. They focus on key rural health areas across 89 counties.
$206.9M FY26 (service/maternal/tech/rural); Blackburn op-ed reinforces; $1.75M awards. Monitor NOFOs 89 counties.