; or (3) in the private practice of psychology if, as determined by the Secretary, in accordance with guidelines promulgated by the Secretary, such practice is situated in a physician or other health professional shortage area and addresses the health care needs of a substantial number of Indians. (f) Authorization of appropriations There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this section $2,700,000 for fiscal year 2017 and each fiscal year thereafter. . 133. Prevention, control, and elimination of communicable and infectious diseases Section 218 of the Indian Health Care Improvement Act ( 25 U.S.C. 1621q ) is amended to read as follows: 218. Prevention, control, and elimination of communicable and infectious diseases (a) Grants authorized The Secretary, acting through the Service, and after consultation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, may make grants available to Indian tribes and tribal organizations for the following: (1) Projects for the prevention, control, and elimination of communicable and infectious diseases, including tuberculosis, hepatitis, HIV, respiratory syncytial virus, hanta virus, sexually transmitted diseases, and H. pylori. (2) Public information and education programs for the prevention, control, and elimination of communicable and infectious diseases. (3) Education, training, and clinical skills improvement activities in the prevention, control, and elimination of communicable and infectious diseases for health professionals, including allied health professionals. (4) Demonstration projects for the screening, treatment, and prevention of hepatitis C virus (HCV). (b) Application required The Secretary may provide funding under subsection (a) only if an application or proposal for funding is submitted to the Secretary. (c) Coordination with health agencies Indian tribes and tribal organizations receiving funding under this section are encouraged to coordinate their activities with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and State and local health agencies.