April 2026

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NEWSLETTER

CURIS Quarter 1 Snapshot

Happy April!


It’s been a strong start to the year at CURIS! In Q1, we hosted our Clinical Services Webinar—be sure to check out the recording and link shared below if you missed it. We also introduced a new AI tool, Aktivate, created by a trusted partner. This tool is designed to support smarter, more efficient operations across health centers.


In addition, our team spent time connecting with clients to explore how to best leverage Rural Health Transformation Funds for maximum impact, while also completing several comprehensive Health Center Assessments to help organizations strengthen performance and plan for what’s ahead.


Scroll down to read more information on our:

  • Health Center Assessments
  • Aktivate
  • Clinical Services Webinar
  • FTCA Redeeming Applications


We have started the year strong, and busy! We look forward to continuing to serve FQHCs and their patient population.

 

We look forward to hearing from you!

The CURIS Team



Health Center Assessments

In Q1, CURIS has experienced a significant increase in demand for health center assessments, as many organizations are using them as a practical way to answer the common question: “Where do we start?” or "I don't know, what I don't know."


CURIS takes a practical approach to health center assessments, based on our experience with day-to-day FQHC operations. We look across the full picture—from clinical care, access, and service delivery to financial performance and HRSA compliance. We use a mix of data (such as UDS, productivity, and revenue cycle metrics) along with direct conversations to understand what’s working well and where there are opportunities for improvement.



Our goal isn’t just to point out gaps, but to connect the dots between challenges like access constraints, workflow inefficiencies, or missed revenue opportunities. We then provide clear, prioritized recommendations that teams can act on. Just as importantly, CURIS stays alongside your team to help implement changes, support leadership, and build systems that are sustainable over time.


If you’re ready to take a closer look at how your health center is performing, reach out to get your assessment started today!

Using RHT Funding for Aktivate

Rural Health Transformation (RHT) funding offers FQHCs a key opportunity to expand access, strengthen workforce capacity, and enhance care delivery for underserved populations.


At CURIS, we help health centers identify, maximize, and implement RHT funding—either working directly alongside your team or connecting you with trusted partners—to turn opportunities into measurable impact.


Aktivate is a CURIS trusted AI patient communication tool. Designed to replace fragmented outreach with continuous, personalized, and compliant engagement, Aktivate helps FQHCs move from one-off campaigns to meaningful, ongoing patient connections.


By delivering the right message, to the right patient, at the right time, Aktivate strengthens preventive care and improves outcomes across rural populations.

Discover how Aktivate can help your team reach your patient engagement goals.

CLICK HERE


To schedule a full demo for your team, visit our calendar link below.


Shannon Nielson, our Founder/Principal Consultant, will be joining Dr. Yousuf Ahmad, CEO of AssureCare, to discuss Aktivate in an upcoming webinar. Keep an eye out for more details soon!


CLICK HERE for more RHT Funding Information.

Webinar Recording and Recap: From Clinic Chaos to Care that Flows – How Remote Nursing Teams are Transforming Health Centers

Missed Our Latest Webinar? We’ve Got You Covered.


Our recent webinar was a great success, bringing together health center leaders to tackle one of today’s biggest challenges—overwhelming clinical workflows. From rising volumes of triage calls and medication refills to growing patient portal messages and delayed referrals, the conversation focused on real solutions to restore access and reduce pressure on care teams.


During the session, the CURIS team walked through how remote clinical support can streamline operations, ease provider burden, and improve the overall patient experience. Attendees also heard firsthand insights from the Chief Medical Officer of East Valley Community Health Center, highlighting real-world impact and outcomes.


🎥 Access the full recording: HERE  


FTCA Redeeming Applications

Deadline:

FTCA Redeeming Applications: Due June 2026 (exact date TBD)


How CURIS can help:

CURIS helps health centers turn the FTCA redeeming application process into a structured, manageable workflow. We work alongside your team to organize documentation, validate submissions in EHBs, and respond efficiently to requests—ensuring continuity of coverage and peace of mind.

Where are we next? Come see us at NACHC P&I

National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC)

Workforce Conference- Las Vegas, NV 4/28-4/29

  • CURIS Booth #520
  • Shannon Nielson Presentation:
  • Beyond the Dashboard: Rethinking Whole Person Care Technology for Today's FQHC
  • Wednesday April 29- 4:00-5:00pm


National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC)

CHI Conference- Las Vegas, NV 8/16-8/19

  • CURIS Booth #920
  • Shannon Nielson Presentation:
  • Patient Experience as Strategy: Designing Care That Patients Understand and Trust
  • Time: Coming Soon!


Come find us at our booth and learn more about how we can support your health center, make the most of your RHT Funding opportunities, and best serve our communities in 2026!


Interested in meeting at a conference or having one of our experts present? Email us to set up a time to meet or use the link below to schedule directly on our calendar.

Schedule A Call Directly On Our Calendar!

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