Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of Health has released the first funding opportunity under the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), marking the start of a series of competitive grant programs aimed at improving rural health systems across the state.
State officials said the initiative is designed to deliver long-term, sustainable improvements in Tennessee’s rural health infrastructure by expanding access to care, strengthening local providers, and supporting technology-driven health services.
“Tennessee is committed to strengthening rural health care and ensuring every resident has access to high-quality services, no matter where they live,” Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee said in a statement announcing the rollout. He said the program responds directly to rural community needs through targeted structural investments intended to improve health outcomes for families…