Care to Consumer – Point-of-Care Telepods

Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH) · Posted May 15, 2026

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Application Due

June 16, 2026

5 days ago

Summary

The program aims to enable 24/7 provider access in community settings such as libraries and workplaces, improving outcomes like prenatal/postpartum care and reducing readmissions and emergency visits.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are rural healthcare organizations and community partners located in Georgia, including rural hospitals, charity clinics, FQHCs, CCBHCs, EMS, and community-based organizations.

NonprofitRural hospitalCharity clinicFederally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC)EMS providerCommunity-based organizationMedical or nursing school/health education entity

Requirements Checklist

Awardees must align with innovative care strategies, support value-based care, and participate in needs assessments. Sites should be located in rural Georgia and offer 24/7 access via telepods. Participation in all implementation and training activities is required.

Source Documents

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Application Prep

Program: Georgia Rural Health Transformation Program (GREAT Health), Initiative 3

Performance: FY2026–2030 (see program-level overview) Program-Level Budget Total: $17,180,000

Key Dates:

Kickoff and needs assessment: April–June 2026
- Vendor selection/RFGA development: July–September 2026
- RFGA dissemination/stakeholder meetings: July–September 2026
- Ongoing assessment and implementation: October–December 2026

Portal: https://portal.greathealth.georgia.gov/

Budget Range

Minimum$17.2M

Maximum$17.2M

Contact

greathealth@dch.ga.gov

AddedMay 25, 2026

UpdatedJun 15, 2026