Join a statewide network of hospitals, physicians and healthcare leaders working together to advance patient care, shape healthcare policy and strengthen communities across Michigan.
MHA membership provides access to advocacy, resources, education and connections that help healthcare organizations navigate challenges and advance patient care. As the statewide voice for hospitals and health systems, the MHA represents members on critical policy issues while delivering timely insights, leadership development opportunities and industry expertise.
Members also benefit from a collaborative network of healthcare leaders committed to strengthening Michigan's healthcare system and improving the health and well-being of the communities they serve.
Type I-A — Hospitals and Health Systems
Michigan hospitals providing inpatient and 24-hour emergency care, qualifying multi-hospital systems and certain Michigan-based parent organizations.
Type I-B — Specialty and Other Hospitals
Other licensed Michigan hospitals providing inpatient care, including state and federal hospitals, long-term acute care hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals and other specialty hospitals.
Type I-C — Health Plans and Insurers
Michigan-licensed health maintenance organizations and health insurers offering licensed managed care products.
Type I-D — Healthcare Providers
Medical group practices, ambulatory surgical centers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, rural health clinics and outpatient healthcare facilities involved in care integration.
Type II-A — Long-Term & Extended Care
Nursing homes, long-term care organizations and extended care facilities.
Type II-B — Ambulatory Care Organizations
Michigan-based ambulatory care organizations.
Type II-C — Multi-Healthcare Systems
Multi-healthcare systems that do not qualify for Type I-A or I-B membership and oversee or coordinate multiple healthcare delivery entities.
Type III-A — Associated Organizations
For-profit and nonprofit organizations that support the MHA’s objectives but are not eligible for another membership type.
Type III-B — Academic Institutions
Michigan-based accredited academic institutions offering health sciences, health professions, allied health professions or healthcare workforce programs.
Type IV-A — Physicians
Physicians in good standing with a Type I or Type II member organization.
Type IV-B — Employees, Trustees and Other Professionals
Employees or trustees in good standing with Type I or Type II member organizations, as well as active employees of recognized educational or governmental entities.
Type V — Health Advocates, Auxilians & Honorary Members
Hospital auxiliaries and honorary members appointed by the MHA Board of Trustees.
Membership classifications are governed by the MHA Bylaws. Contact the MHAÂ for assistance in determining the appropriate membership type.
The MHA brings together hospitals, health systems, physicians and healthcare leaders to advance patient care, inform policy and strengthen communities. Membership provides access to advocacy, education, industry expertise and collaboration opportunities that support success in an evolving healthcare environment.
Phone: (517) 703-8601
Fax: (517) 703-0628
