Leveraging New Federal and HRSA Grants for Rural Health Innovation
New Federal Opportunity:
• The $50 billion Federal Rural Health Fund (2026–2030) and HRSA’s Outreach Program provide unprecedented funding to strengthen rural health systems.
• Grants will support innovative approaches to expand access, reduce costs, and improve patient outcomes.
Why Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)?
• RPM uses connected devices (BP cuffs, weight scales, pulse oximeters, glucometers, etc.) to continuously collect patient data and securely transmit it to providers.
Proven Benefits for Rural Communities:
• Improved Outcomes: Up to 40% fewer readmissions; 50% fewer ER visits.
• Expanded Access & Diversity: 15–28% increase in participation from underserved rural populations.
• Retention & Compliance: 85–91% retention and 82–89% adherence rates.
• Cost Savings: $2,000–$2,300 saved per patient on average.
• Data Quality: 60–85% reduction in recall bias; up to 85% improvement in data completeness.
Why Act Now?
• Rural health providers are uniquely positioned to leverage these grants.
• RPM aligns with federal priorities for diversity, equity, and patient-centered care.
• Early adopters gain long-term sustainability and efficiency advantages.
How MedSurgPI Can Help:
• Grant Alignment: Guidance on tailoring proposals to meet CMS and HRSA requirements.
• Implementation: Evidence-based strategies for selecting devices, training staff, and integrating RPM into existing systems.
• Sustainability: Proven models to ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance.
📞 Contact us today to learn how your department can leverage new funding to bring advanced care directly into rural homes.
MedSurgPI – Research Triangle Park, NC
Gerald Klein, MD: gklein@medsurgpi.com
Michael J. Fath, PhD: michaelfath@cavabio.com
www.medsurgpi.com