The West Virginia Department of Health (DH) is seeking information from prospective technology and healthcare partners to help shape the future of outpatient remote monitoring and technology-enabled care across the Mountain State.
"West Virginia faces unique healthcare challenges because of our rural geography, aging population, and high rates of chronic disease," said Secretary of Health Dr. Arvin Singh. "We are looking for innovative solutions that can help patients receive high-quality care where they live, reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, and improve health outcomes across the state."
As part of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), the Department has released a Request for Information (RFI) under the Connected Care Grid (CCG) initiative to gather ideas and best practices for using remote patient monitoring (RPM) devices and other innovative technologies to help patients manage chronic conditions in their homes and communities.
The information collected through the RFI will help the Department develop a comprehensive strategy for expanding technology-enabled care and identify potential partners capable of supporting patients, providers, and healthcare systems, particularly in rural and underserved areas where access to care remains a challenge.
The RFI seeks information on strategies to proactively manage conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other chronic illnesses outside of traditional healthcare settings. The Department is particularly interested in solutions that can address barriers commonly faced in rural communities, including limited broadband access, transportation challenges, and provider shortages.
The outpatient monitoring strategy will complement inpatient remote patient monitoring efforts already underway through the Rural Health Transformation Program. Together, these initiatives are intended to help providers better manage patients with chronic conditions while allowing hospital staff to focus more direct attention on patients with acute healthcare needs.
"Technology is creating new opportunities to connect patients and providers in ways that were not possible just a few years ago," said Secretary Singh. "By gathering input from healthcare leaders, technology companies, and innovators, we can build a sustainable digital health strategy that strengthens care delivery, supports healthcare providers, and improves quality of life for West Virginians."
Eligible organizations may respond through the State of West Virginia's procurement and grants management system at wvOASIS.gov. Interested parties are encouraged to review the full application materials for submission requirements and deadlines.
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