-Apply by August 15. Five small rural hospitals and certified Rural Health Clinics will be selected to receive one year of focused, virtual technical assistance designed to strengthen their organization’s understanding of the key elements of value-based care. Project focus areas include quality, efficiency, patient experience, and safety. Details on the application process can be found in the 2024-2025 Application Interview and Process Guide. Selected applicants will be notified in September, and project activities begin in October 2024.