General · Implementation · 5 min read
How does RHTP support chronic disease management in rural areas?
Chronic disease management is one of RHTP's central priorities: the program's first allowable-use category is evidence-based, measurable prevention and chronic-disease management. Rural programs can use RHTP to fund screening, care coordination, remote monitoring, and patient engagement for conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
Why chronic disease is the anchor
Rural populations carry higher chronic-disease burdens with less access to management. RHTP's design makes prevention and chronic-disease management the most direct path to fundable, measurable work.
What funded programs look like
Common chronic-disease investments include:
- Screening and risk stratification for diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease
- Remote patient monitoring for high-risk patients
- Care coordination and medication management
- Patient engagement and self-management support
Frequently asked questions
- Which conditions does RHTP prioritize?
- The program is condition-agnostic but emphasizes measurable chronic-disease prevention and management broadly.
Figures reflect the CMS Rural Health Transformation Program NOFO and the December 2025 award announcement. RHTP Tracker is an independent resource by Moodr Health and is not affiliated with CMS.