Rural Health Network Advancement Program

The Rural Health Network Advancement Program is a pilot initiative to support networks comprised of independent rural hospitals and clinics in integrated network collaboration. It aims to help bring economic efficiencies to small independent rural entities by expanding and enhancing their ability to strengthen operations, preserve existing services, and build new lines of care through integrated network collaboration that preserves local autonomy. The key aspects of this program include: • Supporting networks of independent rural hospitals and clinics • Enhancing operational efficiency and preserving existing services • Building new lines of care through integrated network collaboration • Preserving local autonomy Eligible applicants include domestic public or private, non-profit or for-profit entities, including faith-based and community-based organizations, tribes, and tribal organizations, among others.