The North Dakota Rural Health Transformation Program is implementing phased, competitive funding rounds focused on workforce stabilization, preventive care, behavioral health, and health technology modernization in rural and tribal communities. Current priorities include workforce training and retention, safety net service delivery, telehealth and remote monitoring, and data and infrastructure upgrades designed to support measurable, sustainable improvements in health care access and outcomes. The program emphasizes collaboration and local leadership, with structured grant opportunities tracked across four major pillars and progress monitored against established goals. As of late 2026, most Year 1 funding opportunities have closed and applications are under active review, with leadership transition underway and awards expected soon. Current structured plan tracks 27 key initiatives and 10 strategic goals.
County-level estimates averaged across North Dakota — % of adults 18+ unless noted. Delta vs US county average shown in red/green.
8%
-3.4pp
Uninsured (18–64)
10.9%
-1.5pp
Diabetes
38.8%
+1.3pp
Obesity
15.3%
-0.8pp
Current smoking
34.2%
-1.9pp
High blood pressure
24.8%
-2.9pp
Physical inactivity
6.9%
≈ US avg
Heart disease
3.5%
-0.2pp
Stroke
pp = percentage points vs US county average
County Drilldown (53)
County
Pop
Poverty
Uninsured
Cass County
193,400
11.0%
6.0%
Burleigh County
100,600
7.9%
4.7%
Grand Forks County
72,923
13.2%
6.3%
Ward County
68,973
8.6%
5.6%
Williams County
39,555
8.6%
5.1%
Morton County
33,777
8.0%
3.5%
Stark County
33,302
12.1%
7.7%
Stutsman County
21,549
12.6%
7.3%
Richland County
16,584
9.7%
6.5%
McKenzie County
14,321
12.0%
8.4%
Rolette County
11,924
24.3%
19.5%
Ramsey County
11,556
15.2%
10.3%
Demographics
Total population
785KCensus ACS5 2024
Rural population
310KUSDA ERS RUCC 2023
Rural population %
39.8%USDA ERS RUCC 2023
Poverty rate
10.8%Census ACS5 2024
Median household income
$76,657Census ACS5 2024
Uninsured rate
6.5%Census ACS5 2024
CAH count
37HRSA GIS (live)
Rural hospital facilities
0AI extracted
Primary care HPSA
26HRSA Data Warehouse (GIS)
Dental HPSA
21HRSA Data Warehouse (GIS)
Mental health HPSA
17HRSA Data Warehouse (GIS)
MUA count
56HRSA Data Warehouse (GIS)
MUP count
1HRSA Data Warehouse (GIS)
FQHC facilities
24HRSA Data Warehouse (GIS)
RHC facilities
57HRSA Data Warehouse (GIS)
AI source: ND - 1982 - RHTP Technical Assistance for Ensuring Safety Net Service Delivery Funding Opportunity
AI auto-updated Oct 11, 2026
API refreshed May 7, 2026
RHTP Strategic Goals
1Strengthen and stabilize the rural health workforce
2Promote preventive care, healthy living, and chronic disease reduction
3Bring high-quality health care closer to home for rural and tribal communities
4Expand behavioral health capacity and safety net services
5Modernize and connect technology, data, and providers for an efficient, sustainable rural health system
6Integrate care coordination agreements, updated Medicaid billing and referral systems, and transportation solutions for improved tribal, FQHC, and rural service delivery
7Ensure compliance, accountability, and sustained impact of RHTP funding
8Promote youth wellness and healthy environments
9Address rural hospital financial sustainability and care delivery redesign
10Leverage partnerships, such as UND Center for Rural Health, to strengthen rural health capacity and address workforce gaps
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Key signals are summarized here. Open the source for the supporting detail.
ND - 2025 - North Dakota RHT Plan Application Letter to CMS Administrator
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Rural population39.8%
310,227 rural residents
Current Progress
Scaling
North Dakota's Rural Health Transformation Program has progressed beyond initial implementation, with nearly all Year 1 funding opportunities closed and some awards granted as of September 2026. Hundreds of applicants participated across major initiatives for workforce, technology, and care access, with strong engagement from rural and tribal providers. The program is now moving into a scaling phase, expanding to additional sites and building on initial awards. Multiple funding opportunities have been awarded across all pillars, and new solicitations are being announced as part of ongoing program expansion. State opportunities: 25 total (25 past/closed), $59.0M listed funding. Key opportunities: North Dakota RHTP Rural Ambulance Modernization (Solicitation 210-342); Ensuring Safety Net Service Delivery Initiative; North Dakota Technology as an Extender Funding Opportunity (Solicitation 210-231). Strategy alignment: supports telehealth, ems, care access priorities.
RHTP Strategy
North Dakota’s RHTP continues as a five-year, phased statewide initiative anchored in four pillars: strengthening rural health workforce, preventive care and youth wellness, expanding rural access to high-quality care, and modernizing technology and data connectivity. Competitive funding rounds, technical assistance, annual and multi-year assessments, and leadership alignment remain central, with expanded opportunities for workforce retention, wellness equipment, and EMR enhancements for rural hospitals, clinics, and schools. Rural and tribal entities maintain deep engagement, with systematic program review and application cycles aligned to state and federal priorities.
Model
Phased, pillar-based model with targeted investments in workforce stabilization, provider-driven implementation, systematic assessment, compliance, and robust care coordination. The strategy integrates technology modernization—including EMR enhancement—planning grants for statewide Community Information Exchange, Medicaid billing and referral updates, and partnerships with UND Center for Rural Health for technical assistance and workforce assessment. Strategic planning and leadership foster multi-stakeholder alignment for sustainable, data-driven rural health systems.
Key Initiatives (27)
1Develop and fund Train In Place workforce credentialing programs, microcredentials, and rural-committed upskilling for rural and tribal providers
2Expand rural health care rotations, establish new rural residencies, and grow-your-own workforce pipelines
3Award workforce retention funding for Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) and affiliated clinics, including employee incentive strategies, mentorship programs, child care supports, flexible scheduling, and wellness/burnout prevention activities
Timeline: Five-year phased effort with annual and multi-year competitive funding rounds, technical assistance and assessment cycles, strategic planning and leadership alignment, and systematic program review.
Health Priority
Workforce Retention
RHTP funding targets retention of rural and tribal health workforce through direct grants to critical access hospitals and clinics.
statewide rural and tribal areas
Oct 16, 2026
Health Priority
Preventive Health and Healthy Living
Programs such as community-based walking and healthy eating grants support preventive care approaches to improve rural population health.
Rural North Dakota
Oct 16, 2026
Health Priority
Access and Care Delivery
Grants focus on bringing high-quality care closer to home through telehealth, mobile mammography, and ambulance modernization initiatives.
Rural North DakotaTribal communities
Oct 16, 2026
ReferencePDF2025-2026Budget: $199.0M
ND - 2025 - North Dakota RHT Plan Budget Narrative – Year 1
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ND - 2026 - North Dakota BRFSS Comparisons by Urban/Rural County of Residence and North Dakota Rural Health Workforce Transformation Strategic Plan
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AnnouncementNEWOct 13, 2026TXT2026
This newsletter summarizes October 2026 updates to North Dakota Medicaid. Key topics include new changes to Medicaid, improvements to flexible eyewear for children, tips for maximizing customer support, help for dental provider access, and member engagement opportunities. The MMEC committee invites Medicaid members to participate. Key contacts: Jen Sheppard medicaidmembers@nd.gov
Event schedule:
- Changes to North Dakota Medicaid Effective Date - 10/01/2026
QUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · POPULATION_HEALTH · OTHER
Event Schedule
Changes to North Dakota Medicaid Effective Date - 10/01/2026
Contacts
Jen Sheppard - <medicaidmembers@nd.gov> - Medicaid Member Liaison - Statewide
Core Initiatives
Make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation
Improve Medicaid member experience
Enhance access to dental care for Medicaid members
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Make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation
Improve Medicaid member experience
Enhance access to dental care for Medicaid members
North Dakota HHS is launching a competitive RHTP planning grant to strengthen statewide care coordination and information exchange, with up to $1 million available. Year 1 activities focus on convening stakeholders, assessing IT and referral platforms, and producing an actionable roadmap for a statewide Community Information Exchange and closed-loop referral system. The application is open to eligible organizations serving rural and Medicaid populations, including rural tribal communities.
Event schedule:
- Technical Assistance Call - 08/12/2026 - 12:00 PM CT - Webinar (Registration Link)
- Application Submission Deadline - 08/26/2026 - 5:00 PM CT - Qualtrics application portal
- Operating Period End - 08/31/2027
Budget: $1.0MHEALTH_INFORMATION_TECHNOLOGY · NETWORK_DEVELOPMENT · POPULATION_HEALTH · QUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · OTHER
North Dakota's RHTP is launching multiple funding opportunities as part of a five-year statewide effort to transform rural health, including school-based PE, community gardens, walking programs, and behavioral health grants. Eligibility is restricted to North Dakota’s rural and tribal entities, excluding urban areas, and projects target key health priorities such as preventive care, behavioral health, and nutrition. Application processes, timelines, technical assistance, and eligibility requirements are prominently outlined; indirect costs are capped and some opportunities specify budget thresholds.
Event schedule:
- Zero-Hour PE Initiative Application Deadline - 05/22/2026 - 5:00 PM CT
- Zero-Hour PE Initiative Technical Assistance Call - May 4, 2026 - 3:30 PM CT
- Community Gardens Project Application Deadline - 05/22/2026 - 5:00 PM CT
- Community Gardens Project Technical Assistance Call - May 5, 2026 - 3:00 PM CT
- Community-Based Walking Program Application Deadline - 05/22/2026 - 5:00 PM CT
- Community-Based Walking Program Technical Assistance Call - May 6, 2026 - 3:00 PM CT
- Behavioral Health Promotion Community Grants Application Deadline - 05/29/2026 - 5:00 PM CT
- Behavioral Health Promotion Technical Assistance Call - May 7, 2026 - 2:00 PM CT
POPULATION_HEALTH · QUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · WORKFORCE · OTHER
This document provides technical assistance support related to the Rural Health Transformation Program funding opportunities in North Dakota. It aims to guide rural communities through the application process by offering expert help and regional assistance.
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GuidanceAug 22, 2026HTML2026
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StrategyAug 22, 2026HTML2026-2030
North Dakota anticipates receiving $1 billion in federal funding under the Rural Health Transformation Program from 2026-2030. The state's five-year plan targets chronic disease, behavioral health, access, technology modernization, and stabilizing the rural healthcare workforce, including special focus on telehealth, preventive care, and engagement with tribal communities. Multiple funding opportunities are planned for rural providers and community partners, with early engagement through public surveys, listening sessions, and ongoing outreach. Key contacts: rhtp@nd.gov
Event schedule:
- Public survey launch - 08/13/2025
- Three statewide listening sessions - October 2025
- RHTP Application submission deadline - 11/05/2025
- Federal award announcement deadline - 12/31/2025
<rhtp@nd.gov> - North Dakota (statewide, RHTP program)
Core Initiatives
Strengthen and stabilize the rural health workforce
Prevent chronic disease, restore health, and reduce costs
Expand high-quality care delivery close to home
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Strengthen and stabilize the rural health workforce
Prevent chronic disease, restore health, and reduce costs
Expand high-quality care delivery close to home
Modernize health data systems and infrastructure
Recruit and retain rural clinicians
Address financial solvency of rural hospitals
Enhance rural residents' access to hospitals, providers, and health services
Implement data-driven and technology-enabled solutions
Reference Documents (35)
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ReferenceSep 12, 2026HTMLPast2025-2027
The Rural Health Transformation Committee is charged with reviewing federal Rural Health Transformation Program provisions and supporting state planning for federal grant applications and legislation. The committee handles duties related to oversight, input to the Department of Health and Human Services, and legislative action on program appropriations for North Dakota's 2025-2027 biennium. No specific awards, sub-recipients, or dollar amounts are announced in this document. Key contacts: Brad Bekkedahl; Don Vigesaa; Bert Anderson; Karen A. Anderson
Event schedule:
- Special Committee Meeting - 01/13/2026 - 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm CST
- Special Committee Meeting - 01/14/2026 - 8:30 am to 12:00 pm CST
- Committee Meeting - 12/04/2025 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm CST
- Committee Meeting - 10/21/2025 - 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm CDT
- Committee Meeting - 10/14/2025 - 10:00 am to 4:30 pm CDT
- Committee Meeting - 10/15/2025 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm CDT
QUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · FINANCE · OTHER
Event Schedule
Special Committee Meeting - 01/13/2026 - 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm CST
Special Committee Meeting - 01/14/2026 - 8:30 am to 12:00 pm CST
Committee Meeting - 12/04/2025 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm CST
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Special Committee Meeting - 01/13/2026 - 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm CST
Special Committee Meeting - 01/14/2026 - 8:30 am to 12:00 pm CST
Committee Meeting - 12/04/2025 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm CST
Committee Meeting - 10/14/2025 - 10:00 am to 4:30 pm CDT
Committee Meeting - 10/15/2025 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm CDT
Contacts
Brad Bekkedahl - Chairman - District 1
Don Vigesaa - Vice Chairman - District 29
Bert Anderson - District 2
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Brad Bekkedahl - Chairman - District 1
Don Vigesaa - Vice Chairman - District 29
Bert Anderson - District 2
Karen A. Anderson - District 19
Mike Beltz - District 20
Mike Berg - District 8
Macy Bolinske - District 40
Jayme Davis - District 9
Gretchen Dobervich - District 11
Clayton Fegley - District 4B
Kathy Frelich - District 15
Jared Hendrix - District 10
Dawson Holle - District 31
Dwight Kiefert - District 24
Alisa Mitskog - District 25
Eric J. Murphy - District 43
Jon O. Nelson - District 14
Nico Rios - District 23
Karen M. Rohr
Matthew Ruby
Gregory Stemen - District 27
Scott Wagner - District 45
Robin Weisz
Sean Cleary - District 35
David A. Clemens - District 16
Kyle Davison - District 41
Dick Dever - District 32
Kathy Hogan - District 21
Core Initiatives
Review provisions of the federal Rural Health Transformation Program
Advise the Department of Health and Human Services on the state's application for a federal rural health transformation grant
Draft legislation and allocate federal funds for rural health transformation programs for the 2025-27 biennium
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ReferenceSep 10, 2026TXT2026
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ReferenceSep 8, 2026TXT2026
Year 1 RHTP funding opportunities are now closed, and applications are moving through review and approval. The UND Center for Rural Health is highlighted as a key partner involved in workforce assessment and all four RHTP initiatives. Applicants will be notified directly when awards are finalized, and additional updates are forthcoming. Key contacts: Jacob Warren
Event schedule:
- Year 1 RHTP Funding Opportunity Closure - 09/08/2026
This document is a technical assistance (TA) call related to the Electronic Medical Record Enhancement funding opportunity in North Dakota. It supports the state's efforts to strengthen rural health care through improved health information technology.
Event schedule:
- TA Call - 07/08/2026
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Event Schedule
TA Call - 07/08/2026
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Rural Health Transformation Grant Opportunities
Grant opportunities highlighted (source image):
Potential non-traditional rural-health model (analytical inference):
Zero-Hour
Walking Programs
Community Gardens
Use schools, walking networks, and community gardens as distributed prevention infrastructure.
Pair activity and food-access sites with trusted local hosts, community health workers, or optional remote check-ins.
All goods purchased under award must be delivered and all funds expended by this date.
08/31/2027
Operating period end date
09/30/2027
Operating Period End
All funds must be expended and goods delivered by this date.
09/30/2027
Operating Period End
All funds must be expended by this date; all goods delivered.
09/30/2027
Funds Must Be Expended By
05/31/2027
Revalidation period ends
September 2027
All year 1 funds must be expended
September 2027
Year 1 Funds Expended
09/30/2027
Operating Period End
08/12/2026
Technical Assistance Call
08/26/2026
Application Submission Deadline
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ND - 2026 - NDAC 4-12-04
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ND - 2025 - Agreement Between North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services and Tribal Government per NDCC Section 50-24.1-40
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ND - 2026 - North Dakota Department of Human Services Tribal 638/IHS Guidance on Claim Submission Requirements
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Service Limits Prior Authorization Form SFN 481
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North Dakota WHODAS Assessment 2.0 RHTP Meeting Minutes
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North Dakota Medicaid Other Licensed Providers (OLPs) Billing And Policy Manual RHTP 2026 Document
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North Dakota Medicaid RHTP Reference
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North Dakota Medicaid Eligibility Policy For Incarcerated Individuals RHTP Document
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North Dakota Century Code Chapter 54-12: Attorney General (Duties, Powers, and Related Funds)
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North Dakota Century Code Chapter 43-07: Contractors
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Chapter 13-01.1 Interest on Delinquent Accounts
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Notice of Security Breach for Personal Information (Chapter 51-30)
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ND - 2026 - N.D.C.C. § 54-35-15.2
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ND - 2026 - N.D.C.C. Chapter 21-03
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ND - 2026 - N.D.C.C. § 39-22-25
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ND - 2026 - N.D.C.C. § 48-05-02.1
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ND - 2026 - N.D.C.C. § 54-24-09
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ND - 2026 - RHTP Technical Assistance for Technology as an Extender July 30, 2026
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This update from North Dakota’s RHTP team marks the approaching end of Year 1 and notes that just one Year 1 funding opportunity (focused on care coordination) remains open. The team is actively reviewing applications and moving toward making several awards in the near future. Leadership change is acknowledged as Commissioner Pat Traynor concludes his tenure, credited with moving the program from vision to action.
Event schedule:
- Deadline to apply (Pillar 3: Coordinating and Connecting Care) - 08/26/2026
- End of Year 1 operating period - 08/31/2026
NETWORK_DEVELOPMENT · QUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · POPULATION_HEALTH · OTHER
Event Schedule
Deadline to apply (Pillar 3: Coordinating and Connecting Care) - 08/26/2026
End of Year 1 operating period - 08/31/2026
Core Initiatives
Expand access to high-quality healthcare in rural areas
Enhance care coordination and connectivity for rural residents
Invest RHTP funding to address priority health needs in North Dakota
North Dakota Health and Human Services appointed Dr. David Hunnicutt as its Rural Health Transformation Program strategist. CMS awarded North Dakota $199 million for the first year to support rural health system strengthening, access expansion, and health outcome improvements.
Event schedule:
- , 2026 - May 4 - 2 min read
- 7 Minot State University to open -25 - Aug 24 - view more
Budget: $199.0MOTHER
Event Schedule
, 2026 - May 4 - 2 min read
7 Minot State University to open -25 - Aug 24 - view more
Core Initiatives
Strengthen rural health systems
Expand access to care
Improve health outcomes for rural residents
North Dakota Health and Human Services was awarded $198.9M in the first year of RHTP. The Technology as an Extender funding opportunity provides $5M to eligible rural and tribal health facilities for acquiring smart technology, AI and robotics, and remote patient monitoring, aiming to transform rural care delivery, enhance workforce retention, and reduce adverse events. Guidance covers eligibility, allowable and unallowable costs, application procedures, and expected outcomes. Key contacts: Bobbie Will
Event schedule:
- Application Deadline - 08/18/2026 - 5:00 PM CT
- Review and Scoring Period - August 19 - September 8, 2026
- Funding Period End - 08/31/2027
Review and Scoring Period - August 19 - September 8, 2026
Funding Period End - 08/31/2027
Contacts
Bobbie Will - Presenter - North Dakota
Core Initiatives
Make ND Healthy Again
Strengthen and Stabilize Rural Health Workforce
Bring High-Quality Healthcare Closer to Home
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Make ND Healthy Again
Strengthen and Stabilize Rural Health Workforce
Bring High-Quality Healthcare Closer to Home
Connect technology, data and providers for a stronger ND
North Dakota was awarded $198.9M for year one of the Rural Health Transformation Program. This funding opportunity provides up to $3 million in planning grants to support embedding sustainable childcare solutions into rural health facilities, aiming to strengthen rural workforce recruitment and retention. Eligible applicants include critical access, rural emergency, general acute, and qualifying IHS/tribal hospitals outside major urban centers. Key contacts: Colette Greek
Event schedule:
- Applications Due - 08/11/2026 - 5:00 PM CT - Qualtrics portal
- Review and scoring period - 08/12/2026 – 09/12/2026
- Year 1 funds awarded deadline - 09/30/2026
- Funds expenditure deadline - 09/30/2027
Strengthen and stabilize the rural health workforce
Enhance recruitment and retention of rural healthcare providers
Increase rural provider retention rates at three and five years
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Strengthen and stabilize the rural health workforce
Enhance recruitment and retention of rural healthcare providers
Increase rural provider retention rates at three and five years
Reduce Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) counties
OTHER
Governor Sanders announced Arkansas’ application process for $209 million in RHTP funding, initially focusing on modernizing rural health through the THRIVE initiative. The program spans major priorities: expanding telehealth, recruiting rural health workers, creating coordinated nutrition programs, and building integrated health networks. Extensive community and stakeholder engagement—through townhalls and partnership outreach—shaped the four core state RHTP priorities. Key contacts: info@ArkansasRHTP.com
Event schedule:
- Announcement date - 05/04/2026 - LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas
- THRIVE application round open - 05/04/2026 - www.ArkansasRHTP.com
- Additional funding rounds announced by - Within 90 days
- All FY26 funds expected awarded by - Fall 2026
Announcement date - 05/04/2026 - LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas
THRIVE application round open - 05/04/2026 - www.ArkansasRHTP.com
Additional funding rounds announced by - Within 90 days
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Announcement date - 05/04/2026 - LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas
THRIVE application round open - 05/04/2026 - www.ArkansasRHTP.com
Additional funding rounds announced by - Within 90 days
All FY26 funds expected awarded by - Fall 2026
Contacts
<info@ArkansasRHTP.com> - General inquiries - Arkansas (statewide)
Core Initiatives
Expand telehealth access and remote patient monitoring in rural areas
Strengthen rural healthcare workforce recruitment and training
Improve population health and chronic disease outcomes through prevention
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Expand telehealth access and remote patient monitoring in rural areas
Strengthen rural healthcare workforce recruitment and training
Improve population health and chronic disease outcomes through prevention
Integrate and modernize emergency medical response systems
Promote efficient, coordinated, data-driven rural health networks
Judy Lee - District 13
Jeffery J. Magrum
Tim Mathern
Kristin Roers
Desiree van Oosting - District 36
Kent Weston
Larson
Allen H. Knudson
Year one of North Dakota's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) has concluded, with funding opportunities currently under review and awards to be announced. The newsletter signals active program management and imminent investment in rural North Dakota. This is an interim update with no explicit award or procurement details.
OTHER
Core Initiatives
Advance rural health transformation in North Dakota
Improve health outcomes and quality for rural Medicaid members
WORKFORCE · QUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · DATA · POPULATION_HEALTH · NETWORK_DEVELOPMENT
Event Schedule
Year 1 RHTP Funding Opportunity Closure - 09/08/2026
Contacts
Jacob Warren - Director, UND Center for Rural Health - North Dakota
Core Initiatives
Advance rural health transformation across North Dakota
Support rural hospitals, healthcare providers, and communities
Leverage partnerships to strengthen rural health capacity
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Advance rural health transformation across North Dakota
Support rural hospitals, healthcare providers, and communities
Leverage partnerships to strengthen rural health capacity
Address workforce gaps and strengthen health systems