April 2019 - J-1 Waiver slots through Conrad 30 program

Based on responses from the Conrad 30 program offices, to date, here is a real-time look at where physician candidates may be best placed for J-1 Waiver petitions.  Keep in mind that this list is dynamic and may fluctuate and that each Conrad 30 program may have other requirements regarding specialty, primary care, etc., which the following numerical list does not break down.  The numbers specify remaining slots as of the date listed behind each state.  "NR" indicates not reported. "PC" indicates primary care. "SS" indicates sub specialty. "Flex" is an available designation in certain states that allow for assignments in areas not designated as HPSA/MUA/MUP.

Alabama - 21 (Current as of 3/19/19)

Alaska - 24 (Current as of 3/18/19)

Arizona - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Arkansas - 8; no Flex (Current as of 3/19/19)

California - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Colorado - 18 (Current as of 3/20/19)

Connecticut - No slots available as the program is in the process of considering amendments.

Delaware - 20 (Current as of 3/19/19)

District of Columbia - 27 (Current as of 3/18/19)

Florida - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Georgia - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Hawaii - 27 (Current as of 3/19/19)

Idaho - 27 (Current as of 3/18/19)

Illinois - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Indiana - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Iowa - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Kansas - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Kentucky - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Louisiana - 26 (Current as of 1/22/19)

Maine - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Maryland - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Massachusetts - 30 (Reviewing January 2019) (Current as of 1/23/19)

Michigan - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Minnesota - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Mississippi - 27 (Current as of 3/18/19)

Missouri - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Montana - 12 (Current as of 3/19/19)

Nebraska - 19; No flex (Current as of 2/19/19)

Nevada - 15 (Current as of 3/19/19)

New Hampshire - 15 PC; 5 Flex (Current as of 3/18/19)

New Jersey - 15 Slots (Current as of 3/22/19)

New Mexico - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

New York - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

North Carolina - 3 (2 PC; 1 Flex) (Current as of 3/22/19)

North Dakota - 18; No flex (Current as of 2/19/19)

Ohio - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Oklahoma - 7 (Current as of 3/19/19)

Oregon - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Pennsylvania - 18 (Current as of 3/18/19)

Rhode Island - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

South Carolina - Full until next cycle, October 2019 (unless pending are rejected/withdrawn)

South Dakota - 19; PC only (Current as of 3/18/19)

Tennessee - 20 (Current as of 3/18/19)

Texas - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Utah - 30 (Current as of 3/22/19)

Vermont - 30 (Current as of 2/28/19)

Virginia - Full until next cycle in October 2019 (unless pending files are rejected/withdrawn)

Washington - 9; PC only (Current as of 3/18/19)

Washington D. C. (See "District of Columbia")

West Virginia - Full until next cycle, October 2019 (unless pending are rejected/withdrawn)

Wisconsin - Full until next cycle, October 2019 (unless pending are rejected/withdrawn)

Wyoming - 19 PC; 7 Flex (Current as of 3/22/19)

While there are other J-1 Waiver programs, including Delta Regional and Appalachian Regional, Conrad 30 programs remain the most frequently used program for those needing J-1 Waivers. Also, there are some benefits if the facility is a FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center).

Timing is everything and having the application prepared and evaluated thoroughly from the beginning will prevent delays and improve your chances of receiving the recommendation of a state program.