Preparing Your RHTP Application: What State Teams Want to See

Recorded on Thursday, May 28, 2026 

The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) presents an incredible opportunity, putting $50 billion into rural healthcare over five years. All 50 states received initial awards averaging $200 million and the planning window is open. The process will move fast, the criteria are specific, and unprepared applicants will be left behind.

Watch Joey Dean of Healthcare IT Leaders in this on-demand webinar build on months of direct work with state RHTP teams and rural health systems. Listeners get a practical view of what state administrators are looking for, the planning steps that matter most, and how to position your organization for a strong application and a sustainable program.

Viewers will learn:

• A clear understanding of the RHTP and how state programs are taking shape
• A practical approach to aligning your application with your state's transformation plan
• Guidance on selecting technology that strengthens your application
• A simple planning checklist for sustainability you can use this quarter