Category: HRSA

Take the HRSA National Nursing Survey

May 27, 2026

Take the HRSA National Nursing Survey

Since 1977, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has sponsored this survey to assess supply and demand of the nursing workforce, evaluate the impact of state and federal programs for nursing, and understand current trends such as education, employment, income, and demographics.

The survey is carried out by the U.S. Census Bureau, using a random selection of all Registered Nurses in the country. If you receive the survey, know that all information is solely for statistical purposes; all personal information is removed from all forms and not included in any statistical release.

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Forecasted Funding Opportunity: HRSA Telehealth Nutrition Services Network Grant Program, Estimated Post Date June 2

May 27, 2026

Forecasted Funding Opportunity: HRSA Telehealth Nutrition Services Network Grant Program, Estimated Post Date June 2

Funded through the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA’s) Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT), this program will support telehealth networks using nutrition services to help prevent and manage chronic diseases.

Eligible applicants include:

  • State, local and tribal governments,
  • School districts and institutions of higher learning,
  • Nonprofit organizations, and
  • Small businesses

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Federal Health Department (HHS) Reports on the State of Rural Hospitals

May 27, 2026

Federal Health Department (HHS) Reports on the State of Rural Hospitals

Policy researchers and analysts within the HHS office for planning and evaluation (ASPE) used a Cox proportional hazards model to identify low occupancy rates, for-profit ownership, and proximity to an urban county as key determinants of rural hospital closure or conversion to outpatient-only facilities. The brief is accompanied by a data dashboard that features an interactive map with comprehensive information on rural hospitals, both open and closed, spanning 2012 to 2023.

Consult the dashboard’s User Guide to understand how to filter data by year, hospital name, closure status, state, occupancy rate, ownership type, and system affiliation. The dashboard also includes hospital level information such as occupancy rates, number of beds, Medicare and Medicaid share of discharges, liability-to-asset ratios, and annual profit margins.

Click Here to Read Report

Click Here to Access dashboard User Guide

Click Here to Access Data Dashboard

Group Prenatal Care in Rural Areas

May 14, 2026

Group Prenatal Care in Rural Areas

This Issue Brief, developed by the FORHP-funded Rural Maternal Health Data Support and Analysis Program, describes how prenatal care can be delivered in a group setting in rural communities, drawing from the experiences of a Rural Maternity and obstetrics Management Strategies (Rural MOMS) network in northern Minnesota. It also shares lessons learned from other group-oriented maternal health services provided by FORHP-funded networks.

Click Here to Read Issue Brief

Click Here to Read More About Rural MOMS Program

First Healthcare Advisory Committee (HAC) Meeting, Open to Public, May 18

May 14, 2026

First Healthcare Advisory Committee (HAC) Meeting, Open to Public, May 18

The Healthcare Advisory Committee (HAC) advises the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services and the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on programs and policies to improve the U.S. healthcare system.

This first meeting will include an introduction of Committee members, discussion of the Committee’s vision, and establishment of bylaws. A detailed final agenda is posted on the Committee’s website and will include Zoom webinar access information.

The meeting will be held virtually, and no registration is required for those who wish to watch or provide public comment.

Click Here to Visit the Committee’s website

Click Here to View the Agenda

Medicare Shared Savings Program ACO Application Toolkit Available, Apply by June 23

May 14, 2026

Medicare Shared Savings Program ACO Application Toolkit Available, Apply by June 23

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a toolkit with resources for Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) to apply for the upcoming cycle of the Medicare Shared Savings Program.

Applications will be accepted through the ACO Management System from June 9 through noon ET on June 23.

For more information, visit the Application Types & Timeline webpage.

Email questions to SharedSavingsProgram@cms.hhs.gov

CMS Expands Electronic Prior Authorization Initiative

May 14, 2026

CMS Expands Electronic Prior Authorization Initiative

This week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the expansion of electronic prior authorization as part of its Health Tech Ecosystem initiative. Building on efforts that began in January 2026, CMS is strengthening collaboration among health plans, providers, and certified electronic health record (EHR) vendors, and digital health developers – alongside payers – to enable end-to-end, consistent electronic prior authorization workflows across the healthcare system.

Participants will also align with CMS interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule requirements, focusing on closing workflow gaps and improving technical coordination across stakeholders. Full implementation of electronic prior authorization infrastructure is expected by January 1, 2027.

Click Here to Read CMS Electronic Prior Authorization

Click Here to Read More About Health Tech Ecosystem

Mental Health Awareness Month: National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

May 14, 2026

Mental Health Awareness Month: National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, HRSA is highlighting the importance of mental health among pregnant and postpartum women.

Research has shown that rural mothers experience higher rates of post-partum depression compared to urban mothers.

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline can be reached at 1-833-TLC-MAMA and offers free, confidential support 24/7 by call, text, and chat.

Trained counselors provide emotional support, information, and referrals to local resources for pregnant and postpartum women, and their loved ones.

Since launching on Mother’s Day in 2022, the Hotline has supported more than 100,000 people, helping to connect them to care when they need it most.

Share this resource with your patients, clients, partners, and communities. You can also print and order free promotional materials including posters, magnets, and wallet cards to display and distribute.

See the HRSA Maternal & Child Health Website for more information and to access materials.

Click Here to go the HRSA’s Maternal & Child Health Website

Telehealth Resources

May 6, 2026

Telehealth Resources

  • Looking for quick access to telehealth resources? Visit HRSA’s Featured Resources page to find topics, tip sheets, videos, and more.
    • Click Here to View Featured Telehealth Resources
  • Bringing Specialized Telehealth Care Home for Kids
    • Telehealth helps children with developmental delays or special needs, like autism. They can access care from home and stay connected with providers.
    • Click Here to Find Out More
  • Patient Resource: Accessing Direct-to-Consumer Telehealth
    • Telehealth care on demand, or “direct-to-consumer” telehealth, is a quick and easy way to book a virtual health care visit. Learn what it is, the benefits, the types of care available, and what you need to do to get started.
    • Click Here to Learn More
  • Learn about HRSA’s Office for the Advancement of Telehealth
    • HRSA’s Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT) improves access to care through telehealth. Learn more about its programs, policy, research, and resources.
    • Click Here to Discover More

Funding Opportunity: Rural Residency Planning and Development

May 6, 2026

Funding Opportunity: Rural Residency Planning and Development

The Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP) supported Rural Residency Planning and Development Program (RRPD) provides start-up funding to grant recipients to create accredited rural residency programs in a qualifying medical specialty as well as FORHP-funded technical assistance for Rural Graduate medical Education at RuralGME.org for the duration of their project period.

These residency programs are then sustained long-term through viable and stable funding mechanisms, such as Medicare and in states where there is a viable path of support, through Medicaid or other consistent state funding.

Research has shown that physicians from a rural background and those trained in rural settings are more likely to continue practicing in rural areas after completing their residencies.

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has 11.25 million to award up to 15 awardees up to $750,000 for a 3-year grant period (August 1, 2026 – July 31, 2029) to develop new, sustainable rural residency programs.

Applications are due Tuesday, June 2 at 11:59 p.m. EST in Grants.gov. A technical assistance webinar is available for more information. It is recommended you subscribe to the NOFO on Grants.gov to receive updates when documents are posted.

Click Here to see Notice of Funding Opportunity on Grants.gov

Click Here to see Profiles of current and past RRPD Program Grantees

Click Here to go to RuralGME.org