The California Rural Health Transformation (CalRHT) Program, currently in its early implementation phase, is administered by the Department of Health Care Access and Information following the lifting of contractual fund restrictions. The program’s primary focus is on transforming rural health systems through workforce support, technology expansion, innovative care models, and robust stakeholder engagement, with active preparations underway for funding allocations and program rollouts to address rural workforce shortages, access challenges, and infrastructure needs. Current structured plan tracks 13 key initiatives and 9 strategic goals.
CA - 2026 - CMS RHTP 50-State Spotlight (FY2026) — California
Rural population2.2%
859,372 rural residents
Current Progress
Implementing
The CalRHT program is in the implementation phase, with program funds awarded and state grant opportunities open for applications. The state has published an RFA for the Expand and Support Rural Workforce Capacity initiative for fiscal year 2026-27, accompanied by application materials and a budget workbook for applicants. No subawards have been made yet, but the competitive selection process is defined and applications are being accepted. Additional workforce and technology opportunities are anticipated. State opportunities: 2 active (2 open, 2 past/closed), $64.0M listed funding. Key opportunities: CalRHT Accelerator Partners RFA (Initiative One: Transformative Care Model); CalRHT Family Medicine Obstetrics (FM-OB) Fellowship Subaward Program RFA; Distressed Hospital Small Grant Program. Strategy alignment: supports care access, workforce, maternal health priorities.
RHTP Strategy
California’s Rural Health Transformation Program (CalRHT) leverages CMS investment to establish integrated regional care networks, modernize infrastructure, and expand the rural health workforce, with phased grant funding focused on provider sustainability. Dedicated initiatives expand access to telehealth, technology, and maternity care, and provide targeted financial and technical support, including for Tribal health entities. Implementation includes competitive subawards for rural workforce capacity, infrastructure upgrades, and transformative care models, ramping up from 2026.
Model
Regional hub-and-spoke collaboratives driven by workforce expansion, technology modernization, digital health integration, Tribal health funding, and milestone-based payment mechanisms.
Key Initiatives
1Develop and implement regional care collaboratives and hub-and-spoke networks to increase provider integration across rural regions
2Expand telehealth, remote monitoring, mobile clinics, and interoperable digital health infrastructure for rural and Tribal communities
3Map, recruit, and retain rural health workforce through pipeline initiatives, relocation grants, and service obligations
4Competitive subawards for rural family medicine-obstetrics fellowship development, including curriculum, faculty, and infrastructure to increase rural maternity care capacity
5Provide milestone-based transformative payments and targeted technical assistance grants to rural hospitals and clinics
6Award zero-interest loans to financially distressed rural hospitals, monitor financial health via quarterly data submissions, and support turnaround strategies
7Modernize technology infrastructure through grants focused on facility upgrades, seismic compliance, and cybersecurity
8Allocate at least 5% of CalRHT funds to Tribal health entities and support capacity-building initiatives
9Deploy evidence-based care models (e.g., Project ECHO, OB Nest) and pilot value-based, innovative payment strategies
10Engage rural and Tribal stakeholders through the Rural Health Policy Council, listening sessions, webinars, and responsive feedback processes
11Launch Accelerator Partners and Electronic Health Record grant funding opportunities in phased rounds to support care model innovation and IT modernization
12Expand and support ongoing maternity care innovations, such as rural FM-OB fellowships and telementoring, to improve maternal health access and outcomes
13Maintain compliance with CMS subrecipient selection, reporting, and contract arrangements for program execution
Timeline: Budget Period 1: January–October 2026; phased regional and statewide rollout through 2030; Distressed Hospital Loan Program sunsets December 31, 2031; seismic compliance and facility upgrades align with state and federal deadlines.
Health Priority
Access Challenges: Rural Californians face unique barriers to care due to distance and facility availability, leading to delays and unmet health needs. (Regions: Rural communities statewide)
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Workforce Shortages: Shortages of health care professionals are limiting rural Californians’ ability to receive timely, comprehensive care. (Regions: Rural counties and areas)
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Infrastructure Gaps: Many rural facilities lack modern technology and resources, hindering quality and coordination of care. (Regions: Rural hospitals and clinics)
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16 Strategically Located Rural Hospitals (unnamed, subrecipient group)
Grants for approximately 16 rural hospitals facing financial and operational challenges. Provides upfront funding paired with 5-year transformation plans modeled on RHTP to address solvency, modernize billing, adopt sustainable staffing models, participate in regional network models, and strengthen community partnerships.
$35.0M
Flex Fund
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Plumas District Hospital
SPC 4D preliminary evaluation report.
$25K
Other
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Plumas District Hospital
MTCAP, MTCAR, Geotechnical Report, SPC-4D Evaluation, SPC-4D Design Submittal, and SPC-4D Construction Project.
$2.8M
Other
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Mad River Community Hospital
HCAI construction project for NPC-3 compliance of the Main Hospital building.
$625K
Other
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Mad River Community Hospital
Compliance Plan, MTCAP, MTCAR, and SPC-4D evaluation.
$220K
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George L Mee Memorial Hospital
Complete initial materials testing and condition assessment project for Main Hospital.
$280K
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George L Mee Memorial Hospital
HCAI Construction Project for SPC-4D compliance of the Main Hospital building.
$500K
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Mountains Community Hospital
MTCAP, MTCAR, Geotechnical Report, SPC-4D Evaluation, and SPC-4D Design Submittal.
$325K
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Community Memorial Hospital Ojai
MTCAP, MTCAR, NPC 5 Evaluation of campus, and an SPC-4D Evaluation of the Hospital Building.
$270K
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Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital
MTCAP, MTCAR and preliminary SPC-4D evaluation of the Original Hospital Building.
$185K
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Announcement Documents (5)
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AnnouncementNEWJul 15, 2026TXT2026
California HCAI has announced a $233.6 million investment to strengthen rural health care as part of the new California Rural Health Transformation (CalRHT) program. This launch represents a major state-level commitment to improving rural hospital sustainability and care delivery. No further details about specific awards or recipients are yet available.
Award: $233.6MQUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · NETWORK_DEVELOPMENT · OTHER
Core Initiatives
Strengthen rural health care in California
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AnnouncementJul 9, 2026TXT
The California Rural Health Transformation Program showcases ongoing maternity care innovations in rural communities. Efforts center on improving access and outcomes for mothers and infants in underserved areas. This announcement highlights current initiatives under the Calrht program.
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Award AnnouncementApr 28, 2026PDF2026-2030Federal
California was awarded over $233 million for Budget Period 1 (FY2026) under the CMS Rural Health Transformation Program, the third-highest state award. The CalRHT program will invest in modernizing rural health care through workforce recruitment, care model innovation, regional collaboratives, and technology expansion, aiming for improved access and sustainability. Stakeholder engagement revealed priorities around workforce, primary and maternal care, financial sustainability, and technology.
Award: $233.6M
Core Initiatives
Workforce development for rural health
Care access improvement
Sustainable rural health systems
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Workforce development for rural health
Care access improvement
Sustainable rural health systems
Innovative technology adoption
Quality improvement via evidence-based models
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California awarded nearly $300 million in zero-percent interest loans to 17 financially distressed community hospitals under the Distressed Hospital Loan Program to support their operational stability. Loans have a 72-month repayment term with an 18-month grace period and are intended to prevent hospital closures and sustain care services.
Award: $300.0M
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ApplicationNEWJul 16, 2026PDF2026
This workbook guides applicants in proposing detailed budgets for CalRHT rural workforce expansion subawards. Modules can cover personnel, equipment, training, and indirect costs, with flexibility for multiple initiatives. No funding awarded yet—application tool only.
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Core Initiatives
Expand and support California's rural health workforce
Implement transformative care models in rural areas
Improve access, quality, workforce capacity, and financial sustainability of health care delivery in rural and Frontier and Remote (FAR) California communities
Integrate workforce, technology, telehealth, and payment strategies through regional care collaboratives and hub-and-spoke relationships
This is the online submission portal for the California Rural Health Transformation program. Currently, there are no active open application opportunities listed.
This is the official draft application guide (RFA) for BP1 of California's CalRHT Expand and Support Rural Workforce Capacity initiative, focused on expanding family medicine obstetrics fellowships in rural communities. The RFA anticipates $6.5 million available for organizational applicants to develop or expand FM-OB training capacity through programmatic and infrastructure support. Preference will be given to applicants addressing gaps in rural or shortage regions and proposals supporting regional collaborations. Key contacts: info@calruralhealth.org
Event schedule:
- RFA release target - 07/15/2026 - PT
- Application close - 08/14/2026 - PT
- CMS review of selected applicants
- Award notifications issued
- Grant agreements executed
Budget: $6.5MWORKFORCE
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RFA release target - 07/15/2026 - PT
Application close - 08/14/2026 - PT
CMS review of selected applicants
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RFA release target - 07/15/2026 - PT
Application close - 08/14/2026 - PT
CMS review of selected applicants
Award notifications issued
Grant agreements executed
Contacts
<info@calruralhealth.org> - HCAI FM-OB Fellowship Program contact - Statewide
Core Initiatives
Expand and support rural workforce capacity for family medicine obstetrics (FM-OB)
Increase access to high-quality maternity and perinatal care in rural communities
Improve maternal and infant health outcomes in underserved rural areas
This document provides high-level summaries of state applications to the Rural Health Transformation Program for FY26. Each state proposes multi-million dollar initiatives focused on rural hospital stabilization, workforce expansion, telehealth adoption, and chronic disease prevention. Strategic goals commonly include increasing rural provider recruitment, expanding digital care, and implementing value-based care and population health models.
Core Initiatives
Make Rural America Healthy Again
Expand workforce capacity and retention
Improve access and care delivery in rural regions
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Make Rural America Healthy Again
Expand workforce capacity and retention
Improve access and care delivery in rural regions
Increase adoption of technology and telehealth
Advance value-based care models
Expand population health and prevention initiatives
Empower rural residents to achieve healthy living goals through expanded population health solutions
Expand supply of care by growing rural workforce and spreading technologies
Ensure care availability and affordability long term through quality, efficiency, and fiscal durability strategies
Transform rural health workforce through apprenticeships, improved IT, and pipeline programs
Promote sustainable access and innovative care
Improve health and well-being through targeted initiatives and partnerships
Strengthen integrated, community-driven rural health systems
Improve cardiometabolic health outcomes and sustain healthcare workforce
Coordinate Regional Integrated Systems to reduce fragmentation and build data-driven networks
Build statewide network of rural healthcare hubs to expand access and improve outcomes
Strengthen workforce, secure financial solvency, embed prevention, and expand technology use
Address challenges from agriculture economy with food-as-medicine programs and right-sizing healthcare
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SummaryApr 17, 2026PDF2023
California established the Distressed Hospital Loan Program in 2023 to offer $150 million in zero-interest loans to financially distressed hospitals to support turnaround efforts. The program includes monitoring hospital financial health via quarterly data reporting and is administered jointly by HCAI and CHFFA.
The California Rural Health Transformation Program proposes to create a network of regional care collaboratives focused on improving access and quality of rural health care. It emphasizes workforce development, technology modernization, and financial stability to enhance local health outcomes across primary, maternity, chronic disease, and specialty care.
Reference: Ongoing Maternity Care Innovations IN California California Rural Health Transformation Calrht Program
Link: https://healthlaw.org/ongoing-maternity-care-innovations-in-california-california-rural-health-transformation-calrht-program/
The CalRHT program issues grant opportunities in phases to support rural hospital transformation and workforce initiatives across California. Three major initiatives cover transformative care, workforce capacity, and technology modernization, with associated funding rounds announced over time. Application cycles open as individual solicitations; more updates are released periodically. Key contacts: info@calruralhealth.org
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This document sets the 2025 California regulatory standards for seismic safety in hospital buildings, with significant attention to rural, small, and financially distressed hospitals. The Small and Rural Hospital Relief Program, administered by HCAI, includes targeted seismic safety grant opportunities intended to prevent hospital closures in vulnerable rural communities. Deadlines for seismic safety compliance, financial hardship criteria, and extension provisions are newly defined for 2025 and beyond.
Core Initiatives
Ensure rural and small hospitals can meet seismic safety standards cost-effectively.
Prevent rural hospital closure due to seismic compliance costs.
Maintain health care access in distressed and underserved rural California communities.
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Ensure rural and small hospitals can meet seismic safety standards cost-effectively.
Prevent rural hospital closure due to seismic compliance costs.
Maintain health care access in distressed and underserved rural California communities.
Achieve cost-efficient structural or non-structural seismic retrofit programs compliant with SPC-4D/SPC-5 and NPC-3/NPC-4/NPC-4D/NPC-5 standards.
Ensure continuous operation of critical care areas post-seismic event through approved Operational Plans.
Enforce compliance with California Building Standards Code for hospitals and health facilities.
Maintain rigorous evaluation, testing, and documentation procedures for seismic compliance of hospital facilities.
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September / October 2026
Grant agreements executed
↳ CA - 2026 - Accelerator Partners Grant Guide and Application Instructions (Transformative Care Model, CalRHT)
August 2026
CMS review of selected applicants
↳ CA - 2026 - Accelerator Partners Grant Guide and Application Instructions (Transformative Care Model, CalRHT)
August / September 2026
Award notifications issued
↳ CA - 2026 - Accelerator Partners Grant Guide and Application Instructions (Transformative Care Model, CalRHT)
08/14/2026
Application close
↳ CA - 2026 - Accelerator Partners Grant Guide and Application Instructions (Transformative Care Model, CalRHT)
07/01/2026
RFA release target
↳ CA - 2026 - Accelerator Partners Grant Guide and Application Instructions (Transformative Care Model, CalRHT)
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Core Initiatives
Improve rural maternity care access
Enhance health services for rural populations
California received a $233.6 million cooperative agreement from CMS under the Rural Health Transformation Program, with the program aiming to fund innovative solutions for rural and frontier health care. The cooperative agreement funds will mainly flow to contracts and personnel supporting rural health systems transformation. As of this award, all contractual fund restrictions have been lifted for the program. Key contacts: Hovik Khosrovian hovik.khosrovian@hcai.ca.gov; Chris Clark christopher.clark@cms.hhs.gov; Stephanie Magill stephanie.magill1@cms.hhs.gov; Shamia Cunningham
Event schedule:
- Federal Award Date - 03/31/2026
- Budget Period Start - 12/29/2025
- Budget Period End - 10/30/2026
- Period of Performance End - 10/30/2030
Award: $233.6MOTHER
Event Schedule
Federal Award Date - 03/31/2026
Budget Period Start - 12/29/2025
Budget Period End - 10/30/2026
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Federal Award Date - 03/31/2026
Budget Period Start - 12/29/2025
Budget Period End - 10/30/2026
Period of Performance End - 10/30/2030
Contacts
Hovik Khosrovian - <hovik.khosrovian@hcai.ca.gov> - Senior Policy Advisor - California
Chris Clark - <christopher.clark@cms.hhs.gov> - Awarding Agency Contact - Federal
Stephanie Magill - <stephanie.magill1@cms.hhs.gov> - State Project Officer - Federal
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Hovik Khosrovian - <hovik.khosrovian@hcai.ca.gov> - Senior Policy Advisor - California
Chris Clark - <christopher.clark@cms.hhs.gov> - Awarding Agency Contact - Federal
Stephanie Magill - <stephanie.magill1@cms.hhs.gov> - State Project Officer - Federal
Shamia Cunningham - Grants Management Officer - Federal
Core Initiatives
Provide novel and innovative strategies to improve access to quality health care services for rural and frontier communities in California
Ensure financial stability of rural and community hospitals
Prevent hospital closures through financial support
Maintain access to quality and affordable health care
California's CalRHT Program is funded by a five-year federal grant, starting with $233,639,308 for the first budget period. The program aims to improve rural health care access, workforce development, technology modernization, and financial sustainability for rural providers. The Rural Health Policy Council (RHPC) supports stakeholder engagement and guides program priorities through quarterly meetings open to the public. Key contacts: CalRHT Program Staff CalRHT@hcai.ca.gov
Event schedule:
- First CalRHT Budget Period - 01/01/2026
- Next CMS Award Announcement - October 31, 2026 - PT
- RHPC Quarterly Meeting (July) - PT - Zoom (Virtual)
- RHPC Quarterly Meeting (October) - PT - Zoom (Virtual)
- RHPC Quarterly Meeting (February) - PT - Zoom (Virtual)
- RHPC Quarterly Meeting (May) - PT - Zoom (Virtual)
Award: $233.6MQUALITY_IMPROVEMENT · WORKFORCE · HEALTH_INFORMATION_TECHNOLOGY · FINANCE · OTHER
Event Schedule
First CalRHT Budget Period - 01/01/2026
Next CMS Award Announcement - October 31, 2026 - PT
CalRHT Program Staff - <CalRHT@hcai.ca.gov> - Council support / program inquiries - Statewide
Core Initiatives
Improve access to comprehensive, evidence-based care
Strengthen and retain rural workforce
Modernize technology, health information exchange, and cybersecurity
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Improve access to comprehensive, evidence-based care
Strengthen and retain rural workforce
Modernize technology, health information exchange, and cybersecurity
Improve financial stability of rural providers
Reduce rural patient travel burden
Improve maternal and chronic disease outcomes through earlier detection and coordinated management
California Rural Health Transformation Program (CalRHT), under the Transformative Care Model, will provide up to $39M in planning-period Accelerator Partner grants for rural hospitals, clinics, Tribal programs, and affiliated organizations. Funding supports implementation and testing of evidence-based models, workforce expansion, telehealth adoption, and technology enablement, all within a regional care collaborative framework. Applications will undergo a competitive, multi-stage review based on readiness, alignment, innovation, and capacity to deliver measurable improvements in rural health outcomes. Key contacts: info@calruralhealth.org
Event schedule:
- RFA release target - 07/01/2026
- Application close - 08/14/2026
- CMS review of selected applicants - August 2026
- Award notifications issued - August / September 2026
- Grant agreements executed - September / October 2026
Award notifications issued - August / September 2026
Grant agreements executed - September / October 2026
Contacts
<info@calruralhealth.org> - HCAI Accelerator Partners contact - California
Core Initiatives
Strengthen rural health access, quality, and sustainability across California.
Support a connected rural health system with regional care collaboratives and hub-and-spoke relationships.
Advance care redesign, workforce development, and technology adoption for rural hospitals.
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Strengthen rural health access, quality, and sustainability across California.
Support a connected rural health system with regional care collaboratives and hub-and-spoke relationships.
Advance care redesign, workforce development, and technology adoption for rural hospitals.
Target financial stabilization for essential rural and frontier hospitals.
Drive measurable improvements in health outcomes as defined by TCM metrics.
Address chronic disease management, behavioral health, maternal health, and digital connectivity
Advance prevention-oriented strategy in behavioral health, perinatal care, chronic disease, oral health, and school wellness
Improve healthcare availability and foster flexible adaptable healthcare systems
Transform healthcare access and quality through five broad initiatives including workforce and chronic disease management
Improve health outcomes through preventive care, community partnerships, and technology innovation
Catalyze innovative care models, transform rural care experience, and create sustainable rural healthcare delivery
Rebuild and retain rural health workforce, deploy innovative technology, and promote wellness initiatives
Improve access to care through clinically integrated networks (CINs), community-based clinics in K-12 schools and college campuses to provide comprehensive improvements, and home visits.
Improve health outcomes through expansions of behavioral health services.
Improve chronic disease health outcomes such as reduced A1C and increased levels of hypertension management.
Expand technology to build remote monitoring and telehealth, expand electronic medical record (EMR) usage for pharmacists, and pilot innovative screening technologies for chronic disease.
Build a future where every community – no matter how small or remote – has access to high-quality, locally grounded care connected through technology, supported by regional collaboration, and sustained by a strong rural workforce.
Reduce preventable hospitalizations and emergency department visits year over year.
Build a resilient, digitally connected, community-anchored provider network to deliver flexible care across rural regions.
Design data-driven solutions tailored to the unique needs of rural residents.
Advance whole-person health through connected care technologies and coordinated pathways for behavioral health, chronic disease, maternal health, and social needs.
Promote sustainable access by focusing on integration and comprehensive delivery of services.
Increase technology utilization to promote access and leverage interoperability and data exchange.
Support the development of rural clinical workforce at all career levels.
Make Rural America Healthy Again through increased provision of primary care services, oral health services, and nutrition education.
Promote sustainable access by expanding outpatient behavioral health services, reduced regulatory hurdles.
Strengthen the workforce through rural clinical placements and policies that allow top-of-license practice.
Increase healthcare access and quality for improved chronic disease management and health outcomes for rural communities.
Increase innovation, digital literacy, and adoption of best practices in rural health.
Prioritize direct investment in provider capacity over creating new programs.
Address the needs of patients with highest disease burden including dementia and related illnesses.
Respect rural independence while connecting residents to partnerships, modern technology, and care closer to home.
Focus on rural healthcare transformation across five areas: Rural Healthcare Transformation, Maternal and Child Health, Make Rural Tennessee Healthy Again, Technology Infrastructure, and Workforce Development.
Support rural clinical workforce, establish CINs, empower patients to focus on disease prevention and healthy living.
Support wellness/nutrition initiatives, rural clinical workforce, technology, and improving access to care.
Improve primary care and long-term support by leveraging technology, new delivery system networks, workflows, and workforce development.
Focus on patient empowerment and disease prevention, expanding access to care, technology, and workforce development.
Address rural healthcare workforce shortages and improve access by expanding rural health networks and investing in technology.
Improve workforce participation, leverage technology, and improve healthcare system sustainability in rural areas.
Focus on care coordination, mental health support, technology, and workforce development focused on agriculture and rural communities.
Improve access to care by focusing on the rural clinical workforce, leveraging technology, and right-sizing the delivery system.
Provide zero-interest loans to financially distressed rural and other hospitals to support turnaround and financial viability
Establish monitoring of hospital financial health through quarterly data submissions
Core Initiatives
Improve access to evidence-based care
Strengthen and retain rural workforce
Modernize technology, health information exchange, and cybersecurity
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Improve access to evidence-based care
Strengthen and retain rural workforce
Modernize technology, health information exchange, and cybersecurity
Improve financial stability of rural providers
Reduce rural patient travel burden and improve maternal and chronic disease outcomes
This document announces the quarterly meeting of the Rural Health Policy Council (RHPC), an advisory group on the California Rural Health Transformation (CalRHT) program. The RHPC brings together partners from rural hospitals, clinics, tribal health, managed care, and public health agencies to advise HCAI on program design and rural health policy. No awards, solicitations, or application opportunities are included; it is primarily a forum for engagement, information sharing, and policy development. Key contacts: Raul Ayala, MD, MHCM CalRHT@hcai.ca.gov; Rita Nguyen, MD CalRHT@hcai.ca.gov; Joy Dockter, JD CalRHT@hcai.ca.gov; Jeffrey Norris, MD CalRHT@hcai.ca.gov
Event schedule:
- RHPC Quarterly Meeting - 07/28/2026 - 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon PT - Online (registration required)
<info@calruralhealth.org> - CalRHT Program Contact - California
Core Initiatives
Strengthen the capacity and sustainability of rural hospitals and providers.
Expand and support the rural health workforce.
Improve access to and quality of rural health care through innovative care models.
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California OFFICE OF STATEWIDE HEALTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RHTP 2021 Application
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California OFFICE OF STATEWIDE HEALTH PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RHTP 2021 Application