RICHMOND, Va. — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Friday that Virginia has submitted an application for $1 billion in federal Rural Health Transformation funding, aimed at improving health care access and outcomes in rural communities across the state. The proposal, called VA Rural… The post Governor Glenn Youngkin Submits $1 Billion Plan to Transform Rural Health Care in Virginia appeared first on TV Delmarva Channel 33.
RICHMOND, Va. — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Friday that Virginia has submitted an application for $1 billion in federal Rural Health Transformation funding, aimed at improving health care access and outcomes in rural communities across the state. The proposal, called VA Rural Vitality, was developed under Executive Directive Twelve and led by Secretary of Health and Human Resources Janet V. Kelly. The plan outlines strategies to expand the rural health workforce, implement mobile and hybrid care models, and provide technology tools to better manage chronic conditions.
“Our VA Rural Vitality plan takes bold action to ensure every Virginian, no matter their zip code, can access high-quality care close to home,” Youngkin said. “This investment will strengthen our workforce, expand innovative care models, and deliver the tools communities need to live healthier, more productive lives.” The program targets areas with significant health disparities. According to state data, more than half of rural localities are in primary care shortage areas, 63 percent of counties lack an OB-GYN, and 22 percent of rural residents must travel over 40 minutes for labor and delivery services. Chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension are higher than the national average, and substance use disorders affect both adults and youth.
VA Rural Vitality centers on four main initiatives: improving health management, training and retaining local health professionals, connecting rural providers to larger health systems, and deploying advanced technologies to enhance patient care. Implementation will be led by the Department of Medical Assistance Services, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Health and community providers, including hospitals and federally qualified health centers. Federal awards for the Rural Health Transformation program are expected by the end of December. Additional details on Virginia’s plan are available at https://www.hhr.virginia.gov/initiatives/rural-health/.
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