Rural America faces unique challenges in healthcare—long distances, limited access to emergency services, and infrastructure that often lags behind urban centers. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently took a bold step to address these issues with the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program, a $50 billion initiative designed to equip states with the resources to reimagine rural healthcare delivery.

For state leaders, this is more than just another funding opportunity. It’s a chance to make systemic, lasting improvements that directly impact the health and safety of rural residents.

Application deadline: November 5, 2025
Eligibility: State governments
Program details: Grants.gov RHT Program Opportunity

Why States Should Prioritize Prehospital Blood Programs

When emergencies happen in rural areas, time is the most precious resource. Yet the lack of immediate access to lifesaving blood products often leaves providers with few options. The RHT Program creates an opening for states to close this gap and modernize rural emergency response systems.

By prioritizing prehospital blood storage, transport, and monitoring, states can build capacity where it is needed most—on the front lines of rural care.

Proven Solutions to Meet Program Priorities

As states prepare their proposals, it’s important to align with the program’s focus on technology adoption, sustainability, and improved outcomes. Our team has developed a suite of solutions specifically designed to strengthen rural emergency care and cold chain logistics:

• APRU 6L Autonomous Portable Refrigeration Unit – dependable blood storage and transport for remote and rural settings
• Delta ICE2L Smart Blood Cooler – point-of-care access to lifesaving blood products for EMS and critical access facilities
• BloodCOMM – a real-time monitoring platform for cold chain logistics, ensuring compliance, safety, and accountability

These tools not only expand emergency preparedness but also help states build healthcare systems that are resilient, data-driven, and patient-focused.

A Call to Action for State Leaders

Transforming rural healthcare requires bold action—and the CMS RHT Program provides the resources to make it happen. States that incorporate innovative prehospital blood programs into their proposals will be well-positioned to strengthen emergency response capabilities and improve outcomes for rural patients.

Our team stands ready to support states in shaping proposals that not only meet CMS requirements but also set a new standard for rural care delivery. Together, we can turn this historic funding opportunity into a lasting impact for communities that need it most.

The time to act is now. Applications close on November 5, 2025.