Summary
The purpose of the grant is to build stronger rural health networks, improve technology and shared operations, strengthen the rural health workforce and ultimately ensure that Vermonters receive the right care at the right time for an affordable cost. Project Goals - Vermont’s healthcare system is under significant financial and operational strain. Strengthening care transitions, reducing avoidable emergency department utilization and hospital readmissions, and supporting patients with complex needs in community settings are urgent statewide priorities. The State intends to support the implementation of regional Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) programs to achieve the following goals: 1. Improving the quality of health care services; 2. Reducing health care costs; and 3. Strengthening the rural health care workforce. RHTP funds are to be used to support active service implementation, delivery, and measurable patient impact. This funding opportunity is not intended for initial planning and feasibility studies.