Federal Policy and Advocacy
The MHA works with our Congressional Delegation in Washington, DC to represent Michigan hospitals and their patients and communities. The association’s work in our nation’s capitol focuses on healthcare funding, access to affordable services and treatments, developing the future healthcare workforce and affordable health coverage.
Medicaid
Medicaid is a cornerstone of Michigan’s healthcare system and keeps people healthy at every stage of life. Medicaid is the single largest payer for long-term care, maternity care and mental health services. It helps those fighting cancer, seniors in nursing homes, veterans and children. Learn more about Medicaid.
340B
340BThe 340B Drug Pricing Program provides financial relief to safety-net hospitals from high prescription drug costs. Section 340B of the Public Health Service Act requires pharmaceutical manufacturers participating in Medicaid to sell outpatient drugs at discounted prices to health care organizations that care for uninsured and low-income patients. Learn more about 340B.