On October 1, 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services
(HHS) announced a new $20 billion Phase 3 of the Provider Relief
Fund (PRF) General Distribution. Much like the Phase 2 funding,
Phase 3 funding will be made available following the submission of
an application by providers. Providers can begin applying for funds
on Monday, October 5, 2020 and have until November 6, 2020 to
complete their applications, though HHS is encouraging providers to
apply early.
Phase 3 expands the eligibility for the PRF General Fund to
behavioral health providers, including those who have not
previously received funding. In addition, providers who previously
received PRF General Distribution funds, and providers who began
practicing between January and March 2020 can apply for additional
funding. Applicants that have not yet received PRF payments of 2%
of patient revenue will receive a payment that, when combined with
prior payments (if any), equals 2% of patient care
