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Barrier Removal Fund (BRF) for Providers

Grant Opportunity to Improve Accessibility  - Now Available to SilverSummit Providers

Improving Access to Care for All Members

At SilverSummit Healthplan, we believe medical care should be accessible to everyone. We work hard to meet the needs of our members, and that includes ensuring members can physically enter and use provider facilities with dignity.

We are proud to partner with the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) to launch the Barrier Removal Fund (BRF). This program assists our providers in removing barriers to accessibility at their practices. Our goal is to increase the percentage of providers who meet federal and state disability access standards through targeted grant funding.

These funds create equal access to quality healthcare for members with disabilities and their companions.

Application Process

The deadline to request grant funds is due by 5:00 p.m. ET on March 20, 2026.

Determinations for grant awards will take approximately four months after the deadline. Please follow these steps to apply:

  1. Visit the NCIL website: Go to the National Council on Independent Living SilverSummit to access the application portal.
  2. Review the RFP: Download and read the Request for Proposal (RFP) document carefully to confirm your eligibility.
  3. Submit your application: If eligible, complete the Request for Proposal and submit it online before the stated deadline.

Provider Accessibility Initiative and Barrier Removal Fund FAQs (PDF)

What the Grant Covers

The Barrier Removal Fund covers costs related to two main types of accessibility: Physical Access and Programmatic Access.

Grant funds can be used for:

  • Removing architectural barriers to ensure independent entry, use, and exit.
  • Purchasing adaptive equipment that complies with United States Access Board Medical Diagnostic Equipment standards.
  • Expenditures necessary to ensure programmatic access (including assistive technology).

Examples of Fund Usage

Physical Improvements (Architectural Access)

These improvements help patients access buildings, structures, and the physical environment.

  • Accessible exam chairs, tables, and scales
  • Handrails and wheelchair ramps
  • Automated door openers
  • Widening of entryways
  • Restroom modifications
  • Parking lot renovations

Programmatic Improvements

These improvements help patients access goods, services, activities, and
equipment.

  • Noise-canceling headphones
  • Soundproofing for walls
  • Weighted blankets
  • Assistive listening devices
  • LED lighting upgrades
  • Braille signage

Eligibility

To qualify for the Barrier Removal Fund, providers must be part of the SilverSummit Healthplan network. Specific eligibility requirements are detailed in the Request for Proposal (RFP) document found on the National Council of Independent Living Nevada website.

We encourage all providers to review the requirements to see if their practice qualifies for this important opportunity to better serve patients with disabilities.

Contact Us

If you have questions about the Barrier Removal Fund, the application process, or the RFP, please reach out to our partner contact at NCIL.

Contact Person: Mary-Kate Wells

Email: mary-kate@ncil.org

We hope your office takes advantage of this opportunity to create a more inclusive environment for your patients.