Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part F Dental Reimbursement Program

The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part F Dental Reimbursement Program (DRP) is administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. HRSA is a federal agency committed to improving access to healthcare services for people who are uninsured, isolated, or medically vulnerable. The DRP operates under Section 2692(b) of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. § 300ff–111(b)) and reflects HRSA’s broader mission to reduce health disparities and enhance the quality of care provided to underserved populations, particularly those affected by HIV. The DRP specifically aims to enhance access to comprehensive oral healthcare for low-income individuals living with HIV. By offering partial reimbursements to eligible institutions, this program helps offset the unreimbursed costs associated with dental services for HIV patients. It supports not only clinical care but also the training and education of dental professionals, fostering a workforce that is knowledgeable about and responsive to the oral health needs of people living with HIV. Eligible applicants include domestic dental schools, accredited dental hygiene programs, and other accredited U.S.-based dental education programs. These institutions may be affiliated with universities, hospitals, or public or private organizations that offer postdoctoral dental training in specialized or general practice areas. All applicant programs must be accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. This eligibility criterion ensures that reimbursements are directed toward institutions with verifiable standards of clinical and academic excellence. Funding under this opportunity is discretionary and forecasted for Fiscal Year 2026, with an estimated total program funding of $9,000,000. Individual award ceilings are set at $1,200,000. The number of expected awards is approximately 50. Funds are allocated among all qualifying applicants based on the number of patients with HIV served and the total amount of unreimbursed care provided, relative to other applicants. Cost-sharing or matching funds are not required for participation in this program. The application window is expected to open on April 1, 2026, with a submission deadline of June 2, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Awards are anticipated to be announced by September 1, 2026, which is also the projected project start date. While the program is recurring annually, each cycle is based on costs incurred in the prior year. This structure necessitates timely reporting and accurate documentation of services delivered to patients with HIV. Applications must be submitted electronically through the designated federal grants portal. For further details or assistance with the application process, applicants may contact Catishia Mosley at 301-945-0903 or via email at [email protected]. Additional documentation may be required at the time of application submission, and applicants are advised to carefully review all official instructions and deadlines upon the release of the full notice.