Telemedicine Equipment Grant
Forecasted
Telemedicine Equipment Grant supports Wisconsin nonprofit clinics, hospitals, and public health agencies with medical telecommunications equipment to advance services and improve access to care.
Funder: Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2028 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000,000 per biennial round; no specified per-project limit; two-year performance period
Summary: Supports medical telecommunications equipment purchases that advance medical services and improve access to care in Wisconsin.
Key Information: Applicants must be qualifying nonprofit medical clinics or public health agencies located in Wisconsin.
Description
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) administers the Medical Telecommunications Equipment Program, known as the Telemedicine Equipment Grant, through the Universal Service Fund. This two-year program supports specialized equipment purchases by qualifying nonprofit medical clinics, certain hospitals, and public health agencies, including Tribal health care facilities and programs.
Funding supports equipment that promotes technologically advanced medical services, enhances access to care in rural or underserved Wisconsin areas, or improves access for underserved populations or persons with disabilities. Examples include home health monitoring units, telemedicine carts, video equipment for virtual mental and behavioral health care, interpreter-service tablets, and internet-connected diagnostic equipment that transmits images to specialists. Related medical software can also be included.
