In a significant commitment to enhancing its healthcare infrastructure, Governor Kathy Hochul has announced over $658 million in state funding allocated to 127 projects across New York. These projects are supported through the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program Awards, an initiative designed to modernize and protect the state’s healthcare delivery system. Administered collaboratively by the State Department of Health and the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York, this program aims to significantly improve patient care throughout the state. The funding will bolster a wide range of facilities, including those focused on inpatient services, primary care, mental health, substance use disorder treatment, and long-term care, ensuring comprehensive support for communities statewide.
“Access to high-quality health care is a right every New Yorker deserves, and a strong, stable, and equitable health care system is paramount to achieving this,” Governor Hochul stated. “These Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program awards represent a critical investment in the improvement of hospitals and healthcare facilities across our state. This funding ensures these facilities are equipped to deliver the top-tier care that New Yorkers rightfully expect.”
These strategic awards will provide essential financial backing to 127 diverse projects located throughout the state. Detailed information, including a comprehensive list and descriptions of each project categorized by region, can be accessed here.
Acting State Health Commissioner James McDonald commented, “These substantial funds are a catalyst for our healthcare providers and facilities to accelerate the modernization and integration of health care services. This proactive approach ensures that all New Yorkers have consistent access to the medical care they need, both now and for generations to come. New York’s leading position in delivering exceptional health care is a direct result of Governor Hochul’s unwavering commitment to equipping our health care systems with the necessary resources. Her dedication ensures the best possible care for every New Yorker.”
The Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program is strategically designed to achieve critical objectives within the healthcare sector. It targets the reduction of overall health care costs while simultaneously enhancing health outcomes for all New Yorkers. This is accomplished by significantly expanding access to a broad spectrum of essential care services. These include inpatient, primary, preventative, and various ambulatory care services, all integrated within regionally coordinated health care delivery systems. Furthermore, these Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program awards prioritize projects that are vital for securing the long-term financial stability of safety net health care providers. They also champion the preservation and expansion of essential health care services that are indispensable for community well-being.
The funding recently announced is part of a phased rollout, encompassing the second phase of the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program III and the initial phase of the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program IV. To date, New York State has committed nearly $1.68 billion in total funding through this transformative program, demonstrating its ongoing dedication to healthcare excellence.
Looking ahead, the State is poised to allocate an additional $1.15 billion through subsequent phases of Statewide IV, further solidifying its commitment. Moreover, Governor Hochul’s FY 2024 Executive Budget includes a landmark $1 billion in additional funding to establish Statewide V, signaling a sustained and expanding investment in the future of New York’s healthcare infrastructure through the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program awards.
