Telehealth Rapid Response Center
ID: 355859Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Health Resources and Services Administration (HHS-HRSA)

Award Range

$0 - $950K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355859
Timeline
    Description

    The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is offering a funding opportunity for the Telehealth Rapid Response Center (HRSA-25-044) aimed at enhancing telehealth services for underserved populations in the United States. This initiative seeks to conduct rapid data analyses and short-term research studies to evaluate the impact of telehealth policies and improve access to care. The funding, totaling $950,000, is intended to support research that informs stakeholders about telehealth trends and disparities, with applications due by April 15, 2025, and awards expected to be announced by August 1, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to Stephanie Miller at smiller3@hrsa.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    smiller3@hrsa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    hrsa-25-044.pdf
    The Office for the Advancement of Telehealth (OAT) within the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is announcing a funding opportunity for two initiatives: the Telehealth Rapid Response Center (HRSA-25-044) and the Telehealth Research Center (HRSA-25-045). These projects aim to enhance the telehealth evidence base to guide policies and programs targeting underserved populations in the U.S. The Rapid Response Center will perform swift data analyses and short-term research to evaluate telehealth policy impacts, while the Research Center will engage in comprehensive health services research on telehealth's effectiveness, costs, and delivery models. Eligible entities include public and private organizations, but individuals cannot apply. Funding for each initiative is projected at $950,000, with the application deadline set for April 15, 2025. The expected award date is August 1, 2025, with a starting date of September 1, 2025, running for five years. The proposal must address specific needs, methodologies, and organizational capabilities, adhering to HRSA guidelines. This funding opportunity reflects the government’s commitment to improving healthcare access through telehealth, especially in rural and underserved communities, and necessitates thorough proposals detailing research aims, methodologies, and stakeholder engagement.
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