Opportunity Information: Apply for HRSA 16 015
Apply for HRSA 16 015
- The HHS-HRSA in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Flex Rural Veterans Health Access Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.241.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 04, 2015 and posted on Dec 04, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 08, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Flex Rural Veterans Health Access Program (RVHAP) is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA), designed to improve health care access for veterans living in rural communities by using telehealth and other health information technology. The program also reflects a federal coordination requirement in Section 1820(g)(6)(C) of the Social Security Act, emphasizing structured collaboration between HHS and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) so that rural veterans can receive more connected, effective care across systems.
At its core, RVHAP funds projects that expand the delivery of mental health services and other clinical services for rural veterans through two main approaches. The first approach is Telehealth Networks (RVHAP-TH), which support clinical services delivered from distant providers to rural veterans. This can include real-time, interactive tele-consultations (for example, video-based psychiatric consultations) as well as store-and-forward telehealth applications, where clinical information like images, recorded assessments, or screening data are captured in one setting and reviewed later by a specialist in another location. The second approach is Health Information Exchange Networks (RVHAP-HIE), which focus on improving the movement of clinical information so that veterans receiving care both within the VA system and from community or private providers have better coordinated treatment. These HIE activities are meant to support transfers of clinical information into and out of VA workflows, aligning with VA privacy and security requirements and using exchange methods already in use by VA whenever possible.
The goals of RVHAP place heavy emphasis on rural mental health access and on addressing conditions that are common or especially urgent among veteran populations. Projects are expected to use telehealth and related health IT to improve access to and quality of care, including crisis intervention and the identification and management of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and other "signature injuries" often associated with more recent service. The program is intended to align with initiatives serving veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), reinforcing the priority of reaching veterans who may face barriers tied to geography, provider shortages, and limited specialty services in rural settings.
Another central objective is care coordination for veterans who receive services from both VA and non-VA providers. RVHAP-supported health information technology, including electronic health records and HIE capabilities, is meant to reduce fragmentation by enabling appropriate clinical data sharing between participating providers. The practical aim is fewer gaps in information, fewer duplicated tests, smoother referrals, and more consistent follow-up, while still meeting VA standards for privacy, security, and interoperability.
RVHAP also encourages building and expanding partnerships that can form durable rural service networks. Applicants are expected to work collaboratively with a range of local and regional health care entities that can extend reach into rural communities. Examples highlighted in the opportunity include critical access hospitals, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), rural health clinics, state hospital associations, home health agencies, mental health providers, pharmacists, local government agencies, private practice physicians, and other organizations that can demonstrate an ability to increase access for rural veterans. This partnership model reflects the program's broader strategy: not only to introduce technology solutions, but to connect rural veterans to a coordinated web of providers that can deliver services in a practical, sustainable way.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity is listed as HRSA-16-015 under CFDA 93.241, with an application due date of February 8, 2016, and an anticipated three awards. The award ceiling is listed as 0 in the source data, which typically signals that the ceiling was not specified in that particular listing rather than implying no funds would be awarded. Eligibility is described as "Others" with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement, meaning applicants would need to consult the complete funding notice to confirm which types of organizations were permitted to apply and under what conditions.
Flex Rural Veterans Health Access Program (RVHAP) FAQs
What is the Flex Rural Veterans Health Access Program (RVHAP)?
RVHAP is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). It is designed to improve health care access for veterans living in rural communities by using telehealth and other health information technology.
Which federal agency offers RVHAP?
The program is offered by HHS-HRSA (the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services).
Why does RVHAP emphasize coordination with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)?
The opportunity reflects a federal coordination requirement in Section 1820(g)(6)(C) of the Social Security Act. It emphasizes structured collaboration between HHS and the VA so rural veterans can receive more connected, effective care across systems.
What is RVHAP trying to improve for rural veterans?
RVHAP aims to expand access to health care for rural veterans, particularly by using telehealth and health IT to improve access to and quality of care. It also targets better care coordination for veterans who receive care both inside the VA system and from non-VA providers.
What kinds of projects does RVHAP fund?
RVHAP funds projects that expand the delivery of mental health services and other clinical services for rural veterans through two primary approaches: Telehealth Networks (RVHAP-TH) and Health Information Exchange Networks (RVHAP-HIE).
What are Telehealth Networks (RVHAP-TH)?
RVHAP-TH supports clinical services delivered from distant providers to rural veterans. This includes real-time, interactive tele-consultations (such as video-based psychiatric consultations) and store-and-forward telehealth applications where clinical information is captured in one setting and reviewed later by a specialist in another location.
What does "store-and-forward" telehealth mean in this program?
In RVHAP, store-and-forward telehealth refers to capturing clinical information (such as images, recorded assessments, or screening data) in one setting and having it reviewed later by a specialist in another location, rather than a live, real-time visit.
What are Health Information Exchange Networks (RVHAP-HIE)?
RVHAP-HIE focuses on improving the movement of clinical information so veterans receiving care both within the VA system and from community or private providers have better coordinated treatment.
How is RVHAP-HIE expected to work with VA systems?
HIE activities are meant to support transfers of clinical information into and out of VA workflows, align with VA privacy and security requirements, and use exchange methods already in use by the VA whenever possible.
Does RVHAP focus specifically on mental health?
Yes. The goals place heavy emphasis on rural mental health access, including crisis intervention and the identification and management of conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and other "signature injuries" that can be common or urgent among veteran populations.
Which veteran populations are highlighted as priorities?
The program is intended to align with initiatives serving veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), reinforcing the priority of reaching veterans who face barriers tied to geography, provider shortages, and limited specialty services in rural settings.
What clinical areas can be addressed beyond mental health?
The opportunity states that projects may expand delivery of mental health services and other clinical services for rural veterans. The listing specifically highlights mental health, crisis intervention, PTSD, TBI, and other signature injuries, while also allowing for broader clinical service expansion via telehealth and related health IT.
How does RVHAP aim to improve care coordination?
RVHAP-supported health information technology (including electronic health records and HIE capabilities) is intended to reduce fragmentation by enabling appropriate clinical data sharing between participating providers, including VA and non-VA providers.
What practical benefits does the program expect from better data sharing?
The practical aim is fewer gaps in information, fewer duplicated tests, smoother referrals, and more consistent follow-up, while still meeting VA standards for privacy, security, and interoperability.
Does RVHAP require attention to privacy, security, and interoperability?
Yes. The opportunity specifies that HIE activities should align with VA privacy and security requirements and support interoperability, including using exchange methods already used by the VA whenever possible.
Are partnerships encouraged or required under RVHAP?
RVHAP encourages building and expanding partnerships that can form durable rural service networks. Applicants are expected to work collaboratively with a range of local and regional health care entities to extend reach into rural communities.
What types of partners are mentioned as examples?
Examples include critical access hospitals, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), rural health clinics, state hospital associations, home health agencies, mental health providers, pharmacists, local government agencies, private practice physicians, and other organizations able to demonstrate they can increase access for rural veterans.
Is RVHAP only about buying technology?
No. The partnership model reflects a broader strategy: not only introducing technology solutions, but also connecting rural veterans to a coordinated network of providers that can deliver services in a practical and sustainable way.
What is the funding opportunity number and CFDA listing for RVHAP?
The opportunity is listed as HRSA-16-015 under CFDA 93.241.
What was the application due date listed for this opportunity?
The application due date in the provided information is February 8, 2016.
How many awards were anticipated?
The provided information indicates an anticipated three awards.
Was an award ceiling specified?
The award ceiling is listed as 0 in the source data. The listing notes this typically signals the ceiling was not specified in that particular listing, rather than implying that no funds would be awarded.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced in the full announcement. Based on the provided information, applicants would need to consult the complete funding notice to confirm which organizations were permitted to apply and under what conditions.
Where should an applicant look to confirm detailed eligibility rules?
The provided description indicates that additional eligibility details are in the full announcement. Confirming eligibility would require reviewing the complete funding notice referenced by the opportunity.
What are the two main approaches to improving access under RVHAP?
The two approaches are: (1) Telehealth Networks (RVHAP-TH) to support clinical services delivered from distant providers to rural veterans, and (2) Health Information Exchange Networks (RVHAP-HIE) to improve clinical information movement and coordination between VA and non-VA providers.
How does RVHAP address provider shortages and limited specialty services in rural areas?
The program is designed to use telehealth and related health IT to overcome geography and access barriers by enabling distant clinical services and improving care coordination, which is particularly relevant where local provider shortages or limited specialty capacity exist.
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