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Alaska Rural Health Transformation Program Convening!

January 14 | Virtual
January 15-16 | In Person in Anchorage, AK

The State of Alaska Department of Health is pleased to announce a multi-day convening to equip health care and community organizations with the knowledge, partnerships, and tools needed to advance statewide planning and pursue Rural Health Transformation Program funding.

Don’t miss this hybrid event that brings together health care partners, community organizations, regional leaders, and technical experts to build a shared understanding of Alaska’s Rural Health Transformation Program, support collaborative statewide planning, and prepare your organization to leverage transformational funding that reflects local priorities and solutions. More details and a registration link will be forthcoming.

Vendor Opportunities Available

We invite health technology vendors, IT vendors, and consultants to showcase your solutions to address Alaska’s health care challenges. This convening will connect you to Alaska-based organizations to share your tools and approaches that support rural health transformation and explore opportunities to partner on Alaska-led initiatives. More details coming soon!

About the Rural Health Transformation Program

The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is a $50 billion federal opportunity to improve health care in rural areas across all fifty states. The Alaska Department of Health (DOH) has submitted an application to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to bring this funding to Alaska.

• $50 billion will be allocated to participating states over five years, with half of the funds split evenly across all states and half allocated based on rural health needs
• Funds may be used for a wide variety of activities to improve rural health care, including technology modernization, workforce development, innovative care models, and prevention measures for chronic disease and substance use disorder

Alaska expects to receive significant funding because of our size, geography, and rural health care needs. Funds will help strengthen health systems, support healthier families, expand access to care, expand the health workforce, and invest in technology and innovation.

CMS is currently reviewing all state applications and is expected to announce award decisions by December 31, 2025. DOH will share more information for organizations, communities, and providers interested in applying for RHTP-funded projects at this event. Visit the Rural Health Transformation Program webpage to learn more about Alaska's program.