Michigan

Michigan was awarded $173 million in FY 2026 under the Rural Health Transformation Program to enhance rural health across the state. Priorities include supporting provider partnerships, recruiting and retaining health professionals, expanding technology access such as telehealth, and forming regional referral networks. Michigan has also launched an Advisory Council to engage stakeholders and guide program implementation.

This award announcement lists over 100 Michigan subrecipients who received Rural Health Transformation Program funds for FY2026. Funding supports health information technology, rural care integration, workforce development, and tribal health priorities. All awards are pending CMS approval and may be adjusted; this public list improves transparency and showcases the geographical and organizational breadth of Michigan RHTP investments. Event schedule: - Award Notices Released - 07/10/2026

Event schedule: - , 2026 - July 08 - LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued grant funding opportunities (GFO) for the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program that will support the Wor... - The award period for these grant funding opportunities begins , 2026, and ends Sept. 30, 2027. - Oct. 1 - The available funding opportunities include:

Michigan Medicaid covers one in four state residents, including over one-third of rural Michiganders. Medicaid sustainability is critical for rural hospitals, which are at increased risk due to provider tax and payment changes. New benefit and eligibility provisions taking effect in 2026-2027 may cause significant coverage loss, administrative burden, and risk to rural and underserved populations.

This document is a daily RHTP update summarizing news items, including a NGA brief on rural health workforce policy actions, a Governor Morrisey announcement about nearly $4M in workforce investments, and appointment of an RHTP advisory council member in Michigan. Event schedule: - RHTP Daily update ⋅ May 15, 2026 NEWS Governors' Policy Actions in Rural Health Workforce National Governors Association This brief, part of NGA's RHTP memo action series, outlines key policy actions across several areas: career pathways, education and training, ... Flag as irrelevant Governor Morrisey Announces New Investments Totaling Nearly $4M to Expand Workforce ... WV Office of the Governor Patrick Morrisey - WV.gov ... ( RHTP ) to strengthen healthcare workforce recruitment efforts and expand ... The latest rollout brings total funding opportunities announced through the ... Flag as irrelevant Bur Selected for RHTP Advisory Council - Northern Today Northern Today - Northern Michigan University ... ( RHTP ) Advisory Council. The group will provide insight on rural health priorities, review program progress and offer recommendations to Michigan ... Flag as irrelevant See more results | Edit this alert You have received this email because you have subscribed to Google Alerts . Unsubscribe | View all your alerts Receive this alert as RSS feed Send Feedback

This document summarizes the FY26 RHTP state applications for 18 states, detailing each state's federal award amount and high-level strategies. Common initiatives include telehealth, health workforce expansion, digital infrastructure, behavioral/maternal health, and technologies for rural hospital stabilization and value-based care. No individual sub-awards or recipient-level funding lines are listed.

This executive and fiscal analysis by the State of Michigan details the potential impact of proposed major federal Medicaid cuts, including risks to coverage for over 2.6 million Michiganders, particularly in rural communities. It outlines effects on the rural hospital system, state budget, uncompensated care, employment, and critical health services. Report highlights the Medicaid program's cost-effectiveness and vital support for Michigan's rural and safety net healthcare infrastructure.

Michigan's application for CMS' Rural Health Transformation Program proposes a $1 billion budget to enhance rural provider sustainability and growth. The plan focuses on regional partnerships, workforce development, technology adoption, and care coordination to improve rural health access and outcomes.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is launching a new initiative under the Rural Health Transformation Program focused on workforce and wellness. This program aims to support and enhance rural health across the state by recruiting local partners and applicants. Key efforts are centered on engaging rural communities and addressing statewide rural health challenges. Event schedule: - MDHHS seeks applications for Rural Health Transformation Program Workforce for Wellness Initiative - July 08, 2026

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is seeking applicants for the Workforce for Wellness Initiative and for the Rural Health Transformation Advisory Council. Michigan was awarded more than $173 million in federal funding to strengthen rural health programs. Key contacts: MDHHS-RHTP@michigan.gov Event schedule: - MDHHS seeks applications for Rural Health Transformation Program Workforce for Wellness Initiative - July 8, 2026 - MDHHS seeks applicants to serve on Rural Health Transformation Advisory Council - January 13, 2026

This document provides detailed guidance on allowable and unallowable uses of RHTP funds in Michigan. It clarifies restrictions on using funds for operating expenses, existing EMRs, and capital projects, emphasizing support for measurable care transformation activities.