The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently announced 2026 premiums, deductibles and coinsurance amounts for Medicare Parts A and B. Members with questions may contact Vickie Kunz at the MHA.
The MHA offices will be closed and no formal meetings will be scheduled Nov. 27 and 28 in honor of Thanksgiving.
Due to the holiday, Monday Report will not be published Dec. 1 and will resume its regular schedule Dec. 8. Member alerts and MHA newsroom articles will continue to be published during that time to provide relevant updates to the MHA membership, as necessary.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) released the first three chapters of its 2025 National Governance Report. The report, based on data collected from August to December 2024, outlines a comprehensive picture of healthcare governance structures and practices across the country in areas including composition, performance oversight and selection. The report includes commentary from governance experts to provide valuable insights into the data and trends presented. Questions about the AHA National Governance Report or governance can be directed to Erin Steward at the MHA.
Ted Slafsky, 340B Report; Laura Brown, Indiana Hospital Association; Elizabeth Kutter, MHA and John Bretz, SUNRx pictured during the Regional 340B Roundtable.
MHA staff attended the Regional 340B Roundtable July 8 in Florence, IN to join colleagues from the Indiana Hospital Association, Ohio Hospital Association, Kentucky Hospital Association and endorsed business partner, SunRx to share best practices for successful 340B administration and advocacy. Nearly 150 340B experts gathered from the four states to discuss the impact the program has on their communities, compliance best practices and opportunities to advocate for 340B at the state and federal levels.
Hospital 340B leaders were able to network, share challenges and discuss opportunities. Compliance experts from PYA also offered technical advice and solutions in navigating complex 340B relationships.
Elizabeth Kutter, senior director of government and political affairs at the MHA, joined Ted Slafsky, 340B Report, and Laura Brown, Indiana Hospital Association, for a panel discussion on state 340B legislative and regulatory updates. “Having 340B experts and healthcare leaders tell the story of how important this program is for each community, especially rural and underserved communities, makes a significant difference for protecting the 340B program overall,” said Kutter. “The program is designed to improve access to healthcare for patients, which is why 340B must be safeguarded through legislative efforts.” Protecting 340B remains a priority for the MHA and its covered entity members.
Members with questions about 340B should reach out to Elizabeth Kutter at the MHA. Members interested in learning more about endorsed business partner, SunRx and its offerings, may contact Rob Wood at the MHA.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Maternal Mortality Surveillance (MMMS) Program is seeking professionals and community members to join the Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC) and Recommendations Workgroup. These committees play a crucial role in identifying, reviewing and analyzing maternal deaths during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. The committee’s work informs strategies to improve maternal health outcomes and prevent future deaths in Michigan.
The MMRC is a group of subject matter experts in maternal health that virtually convenes bi-monthly from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to review cases and develop key prevention insights. The MMMS Recommendation Workgroup meets virtually from 10 a.m. – noon every quarter to act on prevention recommendations that address both medical and non-medical interventions, strengthening systems of care, social services and community support.
Members are encouraged to apply by Friday, April 4. Expertise is needed in various areas, including cardiology, child protective services, faith-based leadership, community health worker, mental and behavioral health specialists, doulas, emergency medicine, lived experience and more.
Members with questions may contact Lauren LaPine at the MHA.
The United States Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and the Treasury issued Sept. 9 a set of final rules on the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) of 2008. As an update, the regulations clarify that disorders, such as eating disorders, autism spectrum disorder and gender dysphoria, are considered mental health conditions under the current standards and are protected under the new rule. Telehealth benefits must also be included when assessing MHPAEA compliance.
Members with questions may contact Lauren LaPine at the MHA.
MHA Endorsed Business Partner CorroHealth will host the webinar From Denials to Recovery: Upgrading Your Approach to DRG Downgrades to share practical solutions to optimize denials management processes and ensure financial stability. There is no cost to attend and members are encouraged to register. Members may contact Laura Penton at CorroHealth or Rob Wood at the MHA with questions.
Nominations are being accepted for the annual MHA Healthcare Leadership Award, which honors those who have demonstrated outstanding healthcare leadership within individual facilities and in their communities. The deadline to nominatean exceptional healthcare trustee, executive, physician, nurse or other leader for the award is by 5 p.m. March 29.
A nominee must represent an MHA-member organization in good standing and have been actively involved with the healthcare organization within the last three years to be eligible. Award winners for 2024 will be presented during the MHA Annual Membership Meeting in June.
Members with questions may contact Erica Leyko at the MHA.
Nominations are now being accepted for the annual MHA Healthcare Leadership Award, which honors those who have demonstrated outstanding healthcare leadership within individual facilities and in their communities. The deadline to nominatean exceptional healthcare trustee, executive, physician, nurse or other leader for the award is by 5 p.m. March 29.
A nominee must represent an MHA-member organization in good standing and have been actively involved with the healthcare organization within the last three years to be eligible. Award winners for 2024 will be presented during the MHA Annual Membership Meeting in June.
Members with questions may contact Erica Leyko at the MHA.
Joni Hunter, MA, and Dorothy Zsenyuk, RN, at Trinity Health IHA Medical Group Nurse Midwives pictured with MHA CEO Brian Peters and Sarah Scraton, MHA Keystone Center executive director.
The Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) Keystone Center celebrated Joni Hunter, MA, and Dorothy Zsenyuk, RN, at Trinity Health IHA Medical Group Nurse Midwives Feb. 8 as Speak-up! Award recipients.
The quarterly MHA Keystone Center Speak-up! Award celebrates individuals or teams in Michigan hospitals demonstrating a commitment to the prevention of patient or staff harm.
Hunter and Zsenyuk were honored for their proactive intervention during a routine visit with an obstetrics patient managing chronic hypertension. Hunter, knowing the risks associated with hypertension and pregnancy, noticed that weekly screenings were not integrated into the patient’s medical plan.
After notifying Zsenyuk and reviewing the patient’s medical record together, the pair acted.
“Instances like this are a perfect example of why it is important to review all aspects of a patient’s experience and care, even during routine visits,” said Hunter. “I am proud to work alongside colleagues like Dorothy to ensure we are taking all precautions necessary for both the birthing person and baby.”
Zsenyuk and Hunter were able to connect with the patient’s midwife, which led to the patient receiving weekly laboratory tests and monitoring.
“Joni was an incredible advocate for our patient,” said Zsenyuk. “I am honored we were able to provide our patient and her midwife with the tools needed to make an informed decision about her care plan for the duration of her pregnancy.”
In addition to the weekly testing, the patient was referred to Maternal Fetal Medicine for a consult.
“Joni and Dorothy’s action are a direct reflection of the standards we hold ourselves to at Trinity Health IHA Medical Group,” said Cindy Elliott, Trinity Health IHA Medical Group president. “We are incredibly honored to have dedicated clinical staff like them working with our patients each and every day.”
Additional award finalists for the last quarter of 2023 include:
Amanda Frescura, University of Michigan Health-West.
Sydnie Gray, Trinity Health IHA Medical Group.
Brooke Maguire, MyMichigan Hospital Midland.
“It’s an honor to celebrate Michigan healthcare workers who are setting the standard for excellent patient care,” said MHA CEO Brian Peters. “We’re fortunate to have people like Joni and Dorothy who intervened and led this patient to the preventative, life-saving care they needed.”
More information about the MHA Keystone Center Speak-up! Award, including criteria and a nomination form, are available online.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently announced 2026 premiums, deductibles and coinsurance amounts for Medicare Parts A and B. Members with questions may contact Vickie Kunz at the MHA.
