The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is accepting applications through April 30 for the Michigan Opioid Treatment Access Loan Repayment Program, which supports providers who offer or expand access to opioid addiction treatment.
Eligible providers can receive between $15,000 and $30,000 toward student loan repayment. Medical and osteopathic doctors, psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, case managers and substance use disorder counselors are eligible to apply if they are offering or expanding opioid treatment services. Additional providers working in a variety of healthcare settings are also eligible to apply.
Funding is provided through the State of Michigan Opioid Healing and Recovery Fund, which was established through a nationwide settlement with pharmaceutical distributors. The state is expected to receive approximately $1.8 billion from the settlement by 2040, with funds distributed to the state and directly to county, city and township governments.
Applications are due April 30 and members can learn more on the MDHHS MIOTA webpage.
Members with questions may contact the MHA policy team.