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GrantNorth Carolina High Needs Service Bonus (HNSB)
Atlas Opportunity Score93/100
FundingUp to $100,000 taxable service bonus for qualifying physicians and dentists and up to $60,000 for nurse practitioners including psychiatric NPs, certified nurse-midwives, physician assistants and dental hygienists, in exchange for an up to four-year service commitment.
DeadlineRolling while funding remains available. North Carolina ORH states that incentive programs are contingent on available funding and does not publish a fixed closing date on the current HNSB page.
Required next actionUse HNSB when an otherwise eligible clinician does not have qualifying educational debt. Verify clinician and practice-site eligibility under the current HNSB guidelines, including rural or underserved location and the current HPSA threshold; confirm the required service commitment and site participation; assemble licensure, employment and site documentation; and submit the electronic application promptly while funding remains available.
Current statusActiveSource verificationAugust 30, 2026Tracked applicant typesBehavioral Health Provider, Dental Provider, Healthcare Professional / Clinician, Healthcare Provider, Primary Care Practice, Rural Healthcare Provider
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