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State Policy·HI·June 3, 2026

Hawaii Launches $28M Rural Health Workforce Program With Service Commitments

Hawaii is launching a $28 million full-tuition program for healthcare students who commit to practicing in rural communities. The Hawai'i Outreach for Medical Education in Rural Under-resourced Neighborhoods program will cover tuition and fees for students pursuing healthcare and Health IT training beginning in September. In exchange, participants must work in designated rural areas after graduation. The program aims to address persistent provider shortages in Hawaii's underserved communities.

Why it matters for managed care

This workforce investment may improve network adequacy in rural Hawaii counties where Medicaid managed care organizations face ongoing challenges recruiting and retaining contracted providers.

Managed Care

Read the full article at beckershospitalreview.com

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