Oklahoma

CMS has formally created the Office of Rural Health Transformation (ORHT) to oversee the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program. The office will guide the implementation of state transformation plans, provide technical assistance, and ensure accountability. This marks a historic investment to strengthen health systems and expand access in rural communities nationwide. Event schedule: - Office formally established - 12/29/2025 - Program end date - 09/30/2031 - State awardees announced - 12/29/2025

Event schedule: - , 2025 - Sep 15 - CMS Launches Landmark $50 Billion Rural Health Transformation Program - , 2026 - Mar 19 - Readout: CMS Convenes First Rural Health Transformation Summit to Advance State-Led Innovation - , 2025 - Dec 29 - CMS Announces Establishment of the Office of Rural Health Transformation - , 2025 - Dec 29 - CMS Announces $50 Billion in Awards to Strengthen Rural Health in All 50 States - , 2025 - Nov 05 - All 50 States Seek to Transform Rural Health with CMS

Oklahoma has secured more than $223 million in first-year RHTP funding, marking a major federal investment in rural health. The program will support innovative care models, technology upgrades, workforce expansion, transportation solutions, and more, targeting easier access to care, improved outcomes, and stronger local health systems. Community engagement through roadshows and webinars is ongoing, with further sub-awards and program opportunities to be announced. Key contacts: OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov Event schedule: - RHTP Roadshow - April 15, 2026 - 1:00-2:00 PM CT - Woodward, OK, High Plains Technology Center - Auditorium - RHTP Roadshow - April 16, 2026 - 1:00-2:00 PM CT - Chickasha, OK, Grady County Fairgrounds - Community Room - RHTP Touchpoint Webinar - April 21, 2026 - 1:00-2:00 PM CT - Zoom (Virtual Meeting) - RHTP Roadshow - August 19, 2026 - 1-2 p.m. CT - Altus, OK, Southwest Technology Center - RHTP Touchpoint Webinar - August 24, 2026 - Noon-1 p.m. CT - Zoom (Virtual Meeting) - RHTP Roadshow - August 25, 2026 - 2-3 p.m. CT - Atoka, OK, Kiamichi Technology Center

Oklahoma was awarded over $223M in federal RHTP funds for FY2026. Funds launched over 20 innovative programs, including maternal telehealth, EMS expansion, rural workforce, and value-based payment pilots across the state. Event schedule: - Year 1 Funding Start - 05/29/2026 - Oklahoma

Oklahoma has launched its first public grant application for the Community-Led Wellness Hubs: Microgrants program supporting rural health and wellness. Applications are open via a Notice of Funding Opportunity, targeting local organizations and communities. The program aims to develop wellness hubs to address rural health challenges statewide. Event schedule: - Grant Application Released - April 28, 2026

Event schedule: - Application Deadline - 2026-07-27 - 23:59 CT

Oklahoma was awarded over $223 million for its first year of RHTP to transform rural health care delivery through a system-wide approach across 75 eligible counties. Core initiatives include workforce expansion, care model innovation, technology modernization, value-based payment transition, population health, and network development. Reporting to CMS will be quarterly and annually, with outcome metrics and community engagement as program priorities. Key contacts: Supplier Registration Assistance team OKSuppliers@omes.ok.gov; Oklahoma RHTP OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov Event schedule: - First budget period start - December 28, 2025 - First budget period end - October 30, 2026 - Subrecipient spending and invoicing deadline - July 31, 2027 - Draw down deadline - September 30, 2027 - Last Modified - June 22, 2026

This document is a blank or template expenditure summary and justification form for Rural Regional Reorientation applicants submitted as part of a Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) application. It provides structure for planning expenditures but does not report on any awards, recipients, or funding results.

This document is a CMS-prepared summary of statewide RHTP applications for FY26 submitted by numerous states. Each state’s proposal highlights rural health transformation plans, with strategies focusing on maternal and child health, chronic disease, behavioral health, digital infrastructure, and workforce expansion. No recipient-level or sub-award allocations are listed in this summary; only high-level state funding requests and initiative descriptions are provided.

Oklahoma received $223.5 million in RHTP funding for FY2026, advancing 29 programs across diverse health areas—maternal health, chronic disease, behavioral health, emergency services, and rural workforce. Multiple contracts have launched, with competitive procurements, microgrants, and technology investments supporting rural health transformation. Most programs are transitioning from contracting into implementation during this quarter. Event schedule: - Notice of Award - 12/29/2025 - Funds available to state for authorized expenditures - 02/03/2026 - Annual Report + funding request for Budget Period 2 due - 08/31/2026 - End of first annual reporting period - 07/31/2026

Oklahoma received $223.5M for RHTP Year 1, launching multiple procurements and distributing over $4M in Microgrants across most rural counties. Key programs focus on chronic disease management, regional care improvements, transportation expansion, and deploying community health workers. Over 70% of funds are already obligated. Event schedule: - CMS Funding Award - 12/29/2025 - CT - BP1 Funding Spend Deadline - 10/30/2026 - CT - Annual CMS Report Due - 08/30/2026 - CT

This document provides an exhaustive list of eligible rural counties and communities (by population) for the Oklahoma RHTP, excluding Oklahoma and Tulsa counties due to their populations. Eligibility is based on delivering care to rural populations in communities under 55,000 residents.

This guidance provides an exhaustive list of eligible rural communities and the definition of rural counties for rural health transformation funding in Oklahoma, excluding Oklahoma and Tulsa counties. It clarifies that direct program services must be delivered in these rural areas, though some centralized or remote services are permissible.

Project 695 provides school districts across rural Oklahoma with grant funding to hire health personnel eligible to bill Medicaid and supports the implementation of a statewide electronic health record system, EdPlan Health. This initiative aims to increase reimbursement, improve administrative efficiency, and enhance the quality and sustainability of student health and mental health services. Applications for the PRIMS grant will be open for a defined period and are competitive. Key contacts: Shawna Blackburn shawna.blackburn@sde.ok.gov Event schedule: - PRIMS application opens - 07/09/2026 - Grants Management System (Competitive section) - PRIMS application closes - 09/11/2026 - Grants Management System (Competitive section)

RHTP funds awarded to rural Oklahoma organizations support innovative projects to improve health outcomes and access to care. The OSDE's ROOTS Competitive Grant selected sixty rural school sites for $10,000 each towards physical education and fitness. Community-led microgrants are available, though individual recipient details are not published here. Key contacts: OklahomaRHTP@health.ok.gov Event schedule: - Last Modified on , 2026 - Jul 01 - Mailing Address

The Microgrants program supports one-time purchases of equipment and assets to enhance health outcomes in rural counties with populations under 55,000. The program emerged from community listening sessions and is one of 29 initiatives funded by a $223 million five-year federal grant. Public engagement meetings and application webinars are held to support participation.