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Minnesota e-Health Initiative Meetings
The Minnesota e-Health Initiative work groups have meetings scheduled for April.
- April 17: Bridging Information and Care Work Group, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- April 27: AI Work Group, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
More details are available on Minnesota e-Health Initiative Work Groups. Meetings are virtual. All members of the community are welcome to participate. Please contact mn.ehealth@state.mn.us if you would like to join a work group.
Registration is Now Open for Learning Days 2026!
Learning Days 2026 is officially open for registration!
Join us on May 13, at the Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center for a dynamic day of learning, connection, and inspiration. The event runs from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., offering a full schedule designed to make your time worthwhile.
Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, explore fresh ideas, or connect with others doing similar work across the state, Learning Days is built with you in mind. This year’s event will feature engaging sessions, practical takeaways you can apply right away, and opportunities to collaborate with peers who understand the challenges and rewards of your role.
Expect a day that is:
- Relevant – Focused on real-world applications and current priorities
- Interactive – Designed to keep you engaged, not just listening
- Collaborative – Bringing together professionals who learn best from each other
Learn more about the conference and register at our Health Care Homes Learning Days website.
Deadline 4/20 Request for Proposals: Rural Health Transformation Program Health Information Technology Advisory Services
MDH’s Office of Rural Health and Primary Care seeks Request for Proposals (RFP) from one or more vendors to provide professional technical advisory services related to a variety of health information technology purchases funded through the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP).
The vendor will play a critical role in advising MDH on appropriate health information technology (HIT) purchases on the part of RHTP subgrantees and how to create an effective monitoring program for oversight of these purchases. Subgrantees will include rural hospitals, rural clinics, Federally Qualified Health Centers, Certified Community Behavioral Health Centers/community mental health centers, rural Tribal nations, and potentially other local organizations that participate in patient care and/or support patients’ health-related social needs.
All funding opportunities described are pending a fully approved budget.
The Rural Health Transformation Program Activities are supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $193,090,618.14 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
651-201-3838
rural.transformation.mdh@state.mn.us
Website: Rural Health Transformation Program - MN Dept. of Health
Did you know?
Coming to Minnesota in June, HL7 FHIR DevDays
HL7 FHIR DevDays is a Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR) event, dedicated to advancing expertise and driving the real-world adoption of HL7 FHIR in healthcare. The conference takes place in Minneapolis, MN, June 15 – 18.
The conference is a three-day, in-person program focused on practical learning, real-world implementation experience, and community connection. Expect a mix of keynote talks, deep-dive tutorials, implementation case studies, interactive discussions, and hands-on sessions. Plus, dedicated time to meet peers, compare approaches, and build relationships with the global FHIR community.
For more information and to register go to Registration 2026 - FHIR DevDays
