Rural Health Transformation Program

Michigan's Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is a federally funded initiative designed to strengthen rural health care delivery and improve health outcomes. Through strategic investments in partnerships, workforce development, technology and innovative care models, the program supports sustainable solutions that expand access to quality health care and address the unique needs of rural communities

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) received $173,128,201.02 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the first funding year of Michigan’s Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). Portions of this funding will support EMS‑focused organizations across the state to strengthen emergency medical services in rural Michigan.

MAEMT was awarded RHTP funds to continue the successful Got What It Takes recruitment campaign across Michigan’s rural areas. The campaign will relaunch in 2027 with a rural focus, connecting Michiganders with training programs to begin their careers in EMS.  Learn more about the campaign at GotWhatItTakes.org. Learn more about RHTP on the State of Michigan's website and from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

This publication/activity is supported by the Rural Health Transformation Program administered by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services through a federal award from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services as part of a financial assistance award totaling $345,000 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are the responsibility of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of MDHHS, CMS, or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.