A new funding opportunity is available to support the information technology (IT) needs of rural organizations providing health services. The goals of this grant are to harmonize data-sharing capabilities, increase health information sharing, and advance health information exchange. Approved applications will expand HIE and EMR/EHR interoperability and connectivity, support data sharing, analytics, and IT infrastructure improvements, modernize IT systems and enable innovation in patient care amongst Public Health Agencies and EMS, and/or advance affordable care coordination and health outcomes.

Key Details:

• Eligible Organizations: Rural Governmental Agencies, such as Local Public Health Agencies and Emergency Medical Service providers, primarily providing health or health-related services.
• Maximum Award: Up to $1 million. Funds must be expended by June 30, 2026.
• Application Period: September 15th through October 15th. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
• Permitted Uses: Funding can be used for establishing HIE access, EHR transitions/upgrades, digitization of records, interoperability improvements, technical assistance for health IT, AI adoption, cybersecurity enhancements, and mobile integrated health programs.

Successful proposals will demonstrate:

• Scalability
• Leveraging existing resources
• Positive community impact for rural Coloradans
• Focus on new programs or health IT projects (not ongoing operating expenses)

More information is posted on OeHI’s website.

To apply for this grant please use Connected Care for Rural Colorado: An OeHI Innovation Grant

If you have questions please contact John Kennedy [email protected] or Ashley Heathfield, [email protected], Office of eHealth Innovation.