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NC pitches $1 billion plan to overhaul rural health system

North Carolina seeks $1 billion from the federal government for a Rural Health Transformation Program.
The plan centers six ROOTS hubs to coordinate care across rural North Carolina.
Funds would be distributed in annual $200 million installments over five years if approved.
The proposal aims to coordinate providers, social supports, and data sharing for better rural health outcomes.
Officials say the plan builds on lessons from the Healthy Opportunities Pilot and aims for sustainability after federal funding ends.
DHHS will select hub regions through a competitive process considering needs and readiness in 2026.
State officials expect some hubs to begin operations as early as January.
The plan includes expanding rural behavioral health, maternal health access, and telehealth.
Officials highlighted bipartisan support to push rural health priorities in North Carolina.
The proposal aligns with broader efforts to support rural health care systems in North Carolina.

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