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How It Works
The Rural Health Care Program funds two types of services.
You can apply for funding for Voice and Data, Broadband, or both.
Voice and Data
If you need voice and other telecommunication services, you may be eligible for funding through the Telecommunications Program.
Discount Rate: Determined using the urban/rural differential.
Broadband
If you need broadband services, network equipment, etc., you may be eligible for funding through the Healthcare Connect Fund (HCF) Program.
Discount Rate: Flat 65% discount on eligible expenses.
The Process
These steps will help you navigate the process to get funding.
Determine your eligibility
Develop evaluation criteria and request services
Evaluate bids and select a service provider
Submit a funding request
Certify service start and end dates
Work with your service provider to invoice USAC
Announcements
RHC Call Center Closed July 3, 2020
Jul 2, 2020
The Rural Health Care Customer Call Center will be closed on Friday, July 3 to observe the Independence Day holiday. It will re-open on Monday, July 6 at 8 am ET.
Read MoreRurality Tier Search Tool and Rates Database Available Now!
Jul 1, 2020
As a reminder, FCC Report and Order 19-78 implemented RHC Program changes that promote transparency, predictability,...
Read MoreFCC Announces Increase in Rural Health Care Program Funds for FY2020
Jun 30, 2020
On June 30, 2020, the FCC Wireline Competition Bureau directed USAC to carry forward up to $197.98...
Read MoreFCC No Longer Accepting Applications for the COVID-19 Telehealth Program
Jun 25, 2020
On June 25, 2020 the FCC Wireline Competition Bureau (WCB) released Public Notice DA 20-667, announcing...
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