Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part F Dental Reimbursement Program

The Ryan White HIV AIDS Program Part F Dental Reimbursement Program is administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services through its HIV AIDS Bureau and Division of Community HIV AIDS Programs. This federal initiative is part of the broader Ryan White HIV AIDS Program, which has for decades supported medical care, treatment, and essential support services for low income individuals living with HIV. The Dental Reimbursement Program specifically addresses gaps in oral health care access by reimbursing educational institutions that provide dental services to people with HIV, particularly when those services are uncompensated or only partially reimbursed. The primary purpose of the program is to improve access to oral health services for low income individuals with HIV and to strengthen the training and education of dental professionals in HIV related care. The program reimburses eligible entities for unreimbursed oral health care costs incurred during a defined one year period, specifically for services delivered between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2025. Funding distribution is formula based and compares each applicant’s number of HIV patients served and unreimbursed costs against national totals submitted by all eligible applicants. The program also aligns with broader federal priorities such as reducing HIV transmission, increasing viral suppression, and expanding access to comprehensive care systems. Funding under this opportunity is expected to total approximately 9000000 dollars for fiscal year 2026, with around 50 awards anticipated. Individual award amounts vary depending on reported service levels and costs. The program operates on a six month budget period within a performance window from September 1, 2026 through February 28, 2027. Funds must be used in accordance with federal cost principles and cannot be used for prohibited activities such as construction, research, or services already reimbursed by other payers. The program enforces a payor of last resort requirement, ensuring that all other funding sources are pursued before federal reimbursement is applied. Eligibility is limited to accredited domestic dental schools and related dental education programs, including those affiliated with hospitals or institutions offering postdoctoral dental training. These programs must be accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation and must operate within the United States or its territories. Individuals are not eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate compliance with maintenance of effort requirements, ensuring that federal funds supplement rather than replace existing non federal expenditures for HIV related oral health services. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov and includes multiple components such as the SF 424 form, project summary, site location information, and key contact details. A critical requirement is the submission of a Dental Services Report through a separate reporting system, documenting patient counts and unreimbursed costs. Applications must be complete, accurate, and consistent across all reporting platforms, as discrepancies may result in disqualification. Registration with SAM.gov and Grants.gov is mandatory prior to submission and may require significant lead time. Applications are due by July 10, 2026 at 1159 pm Eastern Time. HRSA conducts an initial eligibility review followed by a risk assessment that considers past performance, financial systems, and audit history. Final funding decisions are based on available funding, alignment with agency priorities, and risk evaluation. Awards are expected to be issued around the program start date of September 1, 2026. The program does not include a cost sharing requirement and does not allow appeals for funding decisions. Post award, recipients must adhere to federal regulations including 2 CFR Part 200 and HHS Grants Policy Statement requirements. Although standard progress and financial reports are not required for this program, recipients must maintain compliance with all administrative, financial, and programmatic conditions. The program emphasizes accountability, evidence based practice, and alignment with national HIV prevention and care strategies while supporting the development of a skilled dental workforce equipped to serve individuals living with HIV.

Ensure unreimbursed cost data matches exactly across SF 424 and Dental Services Report and submit all required components before deadline to avoid disqualification