Rural Health Care
Supporting healthcare facilities in bringing world class medical care to rural areas through increased connectivity
Upcoming Dates
How It Works
The Rural Health Care program funds two types of services.
You can apply for funding for Voice and Data, Broadband, or both.
Voice and Data
If you need voice and other telecommunication services, you may be eligible for funding through the Telecommunications Program.
Discount Rate: Determined using the urban/rural differential.
Broadband
If you need broadband services, network equipment, etc., you may be eligible for funding through the Healthcare Connect Fund (HCF) Program.
Discount Rate: Flat 65% discount on eligible expenses.
The Process
These steps will help you navigate the process to get funding.
Determine your eligibility
Develop evaluation criteria and request services
Evaluate bids and select a service provider
Submit a funding request
Certify service start and end dates
Work with your service provider to invoice USAC
Announcements
RESOLVED: USAC Systems Experiencing Intermittent Connectivity Issues
Mar 29, 2024
Several USAC systems are experiencing intermittent connectivity issues. Our team is working to resolve the issues. We...
Read MoreRHC Program Inflation-Based Cap Announced for FY2024
Mar 8, 2024
The Rural Health Care (RHC) program funding cap for funding year (FY) 2024 is $706,926,603. The internal...
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