Request for Implementation Technical Assistance (ITA) Services
Purpose and Requirements
Approved Implementation Technical Assistance (ITA) projects assist Delta Region Community Health Systems Development (DRCHSD) Program participating organizations with implementing best practice recommendations, value-based care strategies, and evidence-based care models prioritized in action plans. ITA services must align directly with Program purposes and goals and support action plans for the following activities:
- Financial and operational improvement projects
- Quality improvement projects
- Community care coordination and community engagement
- Telehealth and virtual care services
- Workforce and leadership development
Requests and Approval of ITA Projects
ITA projects are sponsored in the second or third year of the DRCHSD Program’s participation cycle and following completion of key Program activities. ITA projects are considered on a case-by-case basis to support leaders with implementing action items. ITA projects are supported in a manner that ensures fair and equitable delivery of technical assistance services to participating organizations.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) should submit requests directly to the DRCHSD Program for consideration via the link below. Requests are reviewed to determine appropriateness of timing and type of product — to ensure projects meet the program’s goals and the intended purpose of ITA services.
ITA Planning and Development
Once approved, Chief Executive Officer will work with DRCHSD Program staff to complete the following steps to initiate and direct the project. (Note: The first three steps must be completed to ensure the project will be sponsored.)
Hold a preplanning call.
Develop the scope of work and timeline for the project.
Schedule dates and submit data requests, if required.
Work with DRCHSD Program staff and consultants to finalize the project and develop an action plan.
Track and monitor the project following completion and report its service impact to DRCHSD Program staff.
If the organization is unable to fulfill project requirements within the specified workplan timelines, ITA services may be withdrawn.