About the Rural Health Transformation Program

Learn more about how the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is supporting rural health transformation.

A notice of funding opportunity was released on September 15, 2025, by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid to help states “support rural communities across America in improving healthcare access, quality, and outcomes by transforming the healthcare delivery ecosystem.”  On December 29, 2025, Massachusetts was awarded $162 million for the first year.

Vision: A Commonwealth where rural communities thrive, and well-being is achievable for all.

To advance this vision, the Rural Health Transformation Program proposal focuses on three overarching goals:

• Expand access to essential healthcare services for rural residents.
• Improve health and well-being through targeted initiatives and partnerships.
• Strengthen systems, policies, and investments to meet the unique needs of rural communities.

For additional information on the Federal Rural Health Transformation Program: Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program | CMS

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