West Virginia

This announcement notes that Governor Morrisey has announced additional RHTP funding for West Virginia. No details on sub-awards, application periods, award totals, or recipients are provided.

West Virginia announced the RHTP Advisory Panel, consisting of leaders in primary care, EMS, higher education, health technology, and rural economic development. The nearly $200 million federally awarded program aims to strengthen access to care, modernize health infrastructure, and improve health outcomes in rural communities. The Advisory Panel will support structured input on strategic pillars and CMS-approved metrics, as the state awaits legislative spending authorization. Key contacts: Sherri Ferrell; Trish Watson; Dr. Katherine Calloway; Jason Landers Event schedule: - Advisory Panel Announcement - 02/27/2026 - Charleston, WV

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West Virginia received a federal RHTP award of nearly $200 million for FY2026 to modernize rural health, expand telehealth, and advance workforce recruitment. The program is currently paused due to pending legislative spending authorization, risking federal milestones and future funding. Timely action is needed to launch telehealth, recruit providers, and implement care coordination improvements. Key contacts: dhcommunications@wv.gov Event schedule: - , 2026 - February 23 - Image

West Virginia is seeking proposals for the design and operation of rotational staffing pools to support rural health workforce stability and reduce reliance on external staffing agencies. The initiative is a priority under the state's Rural Health Transformation Program. Interested entities may submit questions before July 17, 2026; the application closes on July 28, 2026. Key contacts: Mike Sheets mike.sheets@wv.gov Event schedule: - Solicitation Closes - 07/28/2026 - 11:59 PM - WV state procurement portal - Applicant Question Deadline - 07/17/2026 - mike.sheets@wv.gov

The West Virginia RHTP extended its application deadline from July 20 to July 22, 2024, providing additional time for applicants. Further updates will be shared as needed. Event schedule: - Application deadline (extended) - 07/22/2024 - 11:59 PM

The application deadline for West Virginia's RHTP AFA for chronic condition workforce programs has been extended to July 20, 2024. The extension is intended to allow more outreach and increase applicant participation. Further updates will follow as needed. Event schedule: - Extended Application Deadline - 07/20/2024 - 11:59 PM ET

Enabled by at least $500 million in funding and unprecedented collaboration with rural communities, West Virginia is launching seven flagship initiatives to improve healthcare outcomes. The program leverages technology and strategic investment to build a healthier and more stable workforce and support economic development. The RHTP is a federal program administered by CMS, running from 2026 to 2030.

This Q&A clarifies eligibility, partnership, budgeting, workforce model, and compliance requirements for the MSC Rotational Staffing Pools funding opportunity in West Virginia. It confirms that eligible healthcare provider organizations must act as lead applicants but may partner with other entities, and allows flexibility in clinician employment models. The document addresses budget and operational questions, including technology investments, workforce targets, and collaborative models.

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Reference: Governor Morrisey Announces More Rhtp Funding Link: https://www.wvnstv.com/news/west-virginia-news/governor-morrisey-announces-more-rhtp-funding/