The MHA Board of Trustees held its final meeting of the 2022-2023 program year in conjunction with the MHA Annual Membership Meeting. As part of a standing agenda item focused on safety and quality lessons …
Many MHA-tracked bills saw movement during the last week of June, with both the House and Senate taking floor votes on legislation before they broke for the summer. In the House, representatives voted in support …
Members of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) elected new officers and appointed board members during the association’s Annual Membership Meeting June 29. Officers of the 2023-2024 MHA Board of Trustees include Shannon Striebich, …
The MHA announced two winners of its Special Recognition Award during the Annual Membership Meeting June 29, recognizing them for extensive contributions to healthcare. Each of the winners has uniquely influenced healthcare in Michigan. The …
The MHA announced the 2023 winner of its highest achievement award during the association’s Annual Membership Meeting June 29. Receiving the award for her decades of leadership in elected office supporting healthcare is U.S. Senator …
The MHA announced the winners of its 2023 Healthcare Leadership Award during its Annual Membership Meeting June 29. Each year, the MHA recognizes outstanding individuals who have provided exceptional leadership to healthcare organizations and to …
The MHA announced the winners of its 2023 Ludwig Community Benefit Award during the association’s Annual Membership Meeting June 29. The honorees include programs supported by Detroit-based Henry Ford Health; Trinity Health Livonia; and ProMedica …
The MHA announced the winner of its 2023 Advancing Safe Care Award June 29 honoring the dedicated team at Henry Ford Kingswood Hospital in Ferndale. The award was announced during the association’s Annual Membership Meeting. …
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a new Michigan Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment (MI-POST) form. The MI-POST form is available in Spanish, Arabic and English. This update was made …
The MHA released another episode of the MiCare Champion Cast, which features interviews with healthcare policy experts in Michigan on key issues that impact healthcare and the health of communities. On episode 30, State Representative …
The theme of the 2022-2023 MHA program year was telling our story. With focus and passion, we told the stories of our hospitals and health systems, the challenges and adversity they face, and how they still provide high quality and accessible healthcare to their communities. …
“Five recent Supreme Court rulings have reset the context for U.S. jurisprudence for years to come and open a can of worms for healthcare operators. …
Each of these is specific to a circumstance but collectively they expose industries like healthcare to greater compliance risk, potential court challenges and operational complexity.
The MHA submitted a comment letter in response to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Medicaid Policy Bulletin (MMP) 23-39 on Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities issued May 30, 2023.
Michigan Medicaid Provider Outreach and Provider Support invite new or currently enrolled doula providers to attend the upcoming Doula 101 webinar scheduled Aug.2 from 1 – 2 p.m. or Aug. 9 from 10 – 11 a.m. ET.
MDHHS issued MMP 23-45, Change in Non-Routine Therapy Prior Authorization Requirements for Medicaid Beneficiaries Residing in a Nursing Facility, June 30 with an effective date of Aug. 1, 2023.
The MHA and the Huron Consulting Group are hosting the webinar How AI @ Work Will Advance Human Intelligence Aug. 10 from 1 – 2 p.m.
The MHA received media coverage the week of June 26 regarding the state budget, the healthcare workforce and auto no-fault utilization review. MHA CEO Brian Peters is quoted in multiple stories. Below is a collection …
The MHA announced the winners of its 2023 Ludwig Community Benefit Award during the association’s Annual Membership Meeting June 29. The honorees include programs supported by Detroit-based Henry Ford Health; Trinity Health Livonia; and ProMedica Charles and Virginia Hickman Hospital, Adrian. The award is named in memory of Patric E. Ludwig, a former MHA president who championed investing in the community’s overall health, and is presented to member organizations integrally involved in collaborative programs to improve the health and well-being of area residents. Each winner will receive $5,000 from the MHA Health Foundation to assist in its health improvement efforts.
Dr. Adnan Munkarah receives the Ludwig Award on behalf of Henry Ford Health.
Henry Ford Health partnered with the Ruth Ellis Center, a Detroit-area social services agency serving the LGBTQ+ community, to provide primary care and behavioral health services, at both Ruth Ellis Health & Wellness Center (HWC) and Ruth Ellis Clairmount Health & Wellness Center in collaboration with Henry Ford Health.
The first HWC opened in 2018 at the Ruth Ellis Drop-In Center in Highland Park, and the second opened in February 2023 inside the new Ruth Ellis Clairmount Center, which is a permanent supportive housing development in Detroit. The goal of the partnership is to provide an integrated healthcare model in a safe, trusted, and affirming environment to increase healthcare access and utilization, with a long-term goal of improving overall health outcomes for LGBTQ+ young people in the Detroit area.
Data from December 2020 through December 2022 shows the HWC in Highland Park saw 728 unique patients, including 429 transgender young adults, and completed 6,873 medical visits. This partnership is important work towards achieving health equity for a historically marginalized community.
Health Equity for LGBTQ+ Young People: A Collaboration between Henry Ford Health and Ruth Ellis Center will use its cash award to support HWC operations, including enhancing the video intercom system to improve facility security, ongoing medication support for under- or uninsured patients, and general clinic supplies to most effectively meet the needs of patients.
Shannon Striebich receives the Ludwig Award on behalf of Trinity Health Livonia.
Trinity Health Livonia is a partner in the Western Wayne Suicide Prevention Coalition (WWSPC), which is made up of seven school districts, seven community-based organizations and the hospital. The coalition implements a program of evidence-based behavioral health services, youth activities and education aimed at zero complete youth suicides.
Trinity Health Livonia’s 2015 Community Health Needs Assessment identified behavioral health as one of the area’s priority health concerns, which motivated community stakeholders to develop the coalition to provide behavioral health education, improve early detection for suicide, decrease stigma and increase identification of depression. Behavioral health continues to be a prioritized community health need for the ongoing 2021 Community Health Needs Assessment, as the COVID-19 pandemic has increased concerns around youth mental health. Western Wayne County school districts represent more than 52,000 students, and data from the Michigan Profile for Health Youth survey shows at least 4% of high school students and 11% of middle school students have reported suicide attempts.
WWSPC initiated a comprehensive program to train teens, families, school staff and community members, and to change policies to better support suicide prevention. The initiative offers thousands of young people the opportunity to be screened for mental health concerns, recognize suicide risk in themselves and others, obtain knowledge and skills to address factors that contribute to mental health problems and receive treatment as needed.
So far, WWSPC has certified trainers and offered the Question, Persuade, Refer training model to more than 3,000 school personnel and 1,000 students. WWSPC also hosted conferences for school mental health practitioners and parents. The money from the Ludwig Award will be offered as mini grants for student-led mental health and resilience initiatives in WWSPC districts.
For more information on the WWSPC, contact Laurie Gustafson, director of Community Health and Well-Being for Trinity Health Livonia, at (734) 655-8943.
Dr. Julie Yaroch, president, Promedica Charles and Virginia Hickman Hospital (left), receives the Ludwig Award on behalf of ProMedica.
ProMedica Charles and Virginia Hickman Hospital, Adrian, created ProMedica Farms and the Veggie Mobile collaboratively with the Lenawee Health Network to improve access to fresh, affordable produce and education, encouraging healthy lifestyles. The programs have been progressively implemented over the course of 10 years to improve the health and well-being of people and whole communities.
Located on the hospital campus, ProMedica Farms includes a clinically accessible hoop house, outdoor gardens, an education center, and walking trails connecting to the main hospital and a playground, all of which are open to the community. The program provides an interactive space for residents, patients and staff to engage in gardening, participate in evidence-based workshops and access produce grown by ProMedica Farms or sourced by the Veggie Mobile. It is also used to provide resources for patients and staff screening positive for food insecurity.
The Veggie Mobile is ProMedica’s mobile market that travels to 17 locations throughout Lenawee County, offering residents a range of fresh, low-cost produce sourced from ProMedica Farms and local farmers. The Veggie Mobile visits various locations, including senior centers, non-profit organizations, schools, apartment complexes and more.
The Ludwig Award will be allocated toward providing food to patients screening positive for food insecurity and supply costs for gardening workshops.
For more information about ProMedica Farms & Veggie Mobile, contact Amy Gilhouse, manager, ProMedica Farms, at ProMedica Charles and Virginia Hickman Hospital, at (517) 577-1020.
Several MHA-tracked bills were reported the week of June 19 from their respective policy committees. The bills address violence against healthcare workers, scope of practice for pharmacists, dietician licensure, behavioral health and the Healthy Michigan …
U.S. Senator Gary Peters introduced bipartisan legislation June 15 which would require federal agencies to create a list of critical drug products, conduct a comprehensive risk assessment of the entire pharmaceutical supply chain …
The MHA and other state hospital associations are hosting a webinar series in partnership with the Huron Consulting Group Aug. 10 through Nov. 9 from 1 – 2 p.m. EST. The content will help registrants …
Since 1990, the MHA has honored member healthcare organizations working to enrich the overall welfare of their local communities through the Ludwig Community Benefit Award. This year, the MHA is excited to showcase all award nominees, …
“Two important reports released last Wednesday point to a disconnect in how policymakers are managing the U.S. economy and how the health economy fits. …
Side-by-side, these reports present a curious projection for the U.S. economy through 2031: the overall economy will return to a slightly lower-level pre-pandemic normalcy and the healthcare industry will play a bigger role despite pushback from budget hawks preferring lower government spending and employers and consumers frustrated by high health prices today. …
What’s clear from these reports is the enormity of the health economy today and tomorrow, the lack of adequate attention and Congressional Action to address its sustainability and the range of unintended, negative consequences on households and every other industry if left unattended. It’s illustrative of the disconnect between the Fed and CMS: one assumes it controls the money supply while delegating to the other spending and policies independent of broader societal issues and concerns. …“
The completed 2022 occupational mix survey from Medicare Prospective Payment System hospitals is due June 30, 2023 to the Medicare Administrative Contractor.
MHA offices will be closed, and no formal meetings will be scheduled July 3 and 4 in honor of Independence Day.
Due to the holiday, Monday Report will not be published July 3.
The MHA received media coverage the week of June 19 regarding mandated nurse staffing ratios, legislation to address violence against healthcare workers and chemotherapy drug shortages. MHA representatives appearing in published stories include CEO Brian …
Since 1990, the MHA has honored member healthcare organizations working to enrich the overall welfare of their local communities through the Ludwig Community Benefit Award. This year, the MHA is excited to showcase all award nominees, highlighting the exceptional and creative work being accomplished by Michigan’s hospitals.
McLaren Oakland, part of McLaren Health Care and a 2023 nominee, is identifying and assisting victims of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) through enhanced screenings in the healthcare setting.
What started as an idea from Dr. Jordan Murray, chief resident of the McLaren Oakland Radiology Residency Program, has now become a regular practice at the Pontiac-based McLaren hospital. During mammogram appointments – one of the few instances where female patients are alone and away from their partner – healthcare providers are able to ask important questions about home safety and intervene as needed.
Those who experience IPV often suffer from battery, sexual violence, stalking and/or psychological harm at the hands of a former or current partner/spouse. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, one in four women report experiencing some form of IPV each year. Research also shows that Black women experience IPV at disproportionately higher rates.
McLaren Oakland hospital staff are focused on offering potential victims immediate help in a safe, private environment.
The initiative continues to grow as a collaborative effort between the Radiology Residency Program, the ancillary staff at McLaren Oakland (including mammography technicians) and members of HAVEN. Together, their teams are working to expand IPV screenings to other McLaren Health Care locations and create a blueprint for other hospital and healthcare practices to use.
“This project has added another facet to my job and gives me a sense of purpose, knowing that I can change women’s lives for the better,” said Megan Carrillo, DO, a resident at McLaren Oakland. “Dr. Murray’s passion to help others – with the understanding that the role of a physician is not only to treat, but to educate and keep community members safe – has inspired others to continue what he started.”
Several MHA members testified June 13 to the House Judiciary Committee in support of legislation that would increase the fines for assaulting a healthcare professional or volunteer. House Bills 4520 and 4521 were introduced …
Michigan hospital and education leaders joined forces June 8 to highlight the current state of Michigan’s healthcare workforce shortage and launch a campaign to expand interest in health careers in Michigan. The goal of the …
The MHA and Data Gen hosted June 14 the second webinar focused on the Medicare fee-for-service (FFS) quality-based programs to review the Medicare readmissions reduction program and hospital-acquired conditions reduction programs. The Medicare …
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) recently notified hospitals about an issue with the Medicare crossover files from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that impacts CMS files from May …
The Department of Health and Human Services launched a $15 million loan repayment program to recruit and retain clinicians who provide healthcare to children and adolescents. The Pediatric Specialty Loan Repayment Program aims to …
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) recently released a final policy to establish Medicaid reimbursement for rural emergency hospitals (REHs) effective Jan. 1, 2023. The MDHHS reimburses REHs based on the existing …
Michigan nurses have an opportunity to participate in preceptor training as part of a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Nurse Education, Practice, Quality and Retention Clinical Faculty and Preceptor Academy grant awarded to Southern …
Since 1990, the MHA has honored member healthcare organizations working to enrich the overall welfare of their local communities through the Ludwig Community Benefit Award. This year, the MHA is excited to showcase all award nominees, …
“Congress’ concern about consolidation in healthcare is broad-based. Pharmacy benefits managers and health insurers face similar scrutiny. Drug price control referenda have passed in several states and a federal cap was included in the Inflation Reduction Act. The reality is this: the entire U.S. health system is on trial in the court of public opinion for ‘careless disregard for affordability’. And hospitals are seen as part of the problem justifying consolidation as a defense mechanism. …
Sadly, this hearing is the latest evidence that the good will built by hospital heroics in the pandemic is now forgotten. It’s clear hospital consolidation is an issue that faces strong and increased headwinds with evidence mounting—accurate or not– showing more harm than good. …“
MHA offices will be closed and no formal meetings will be scheduled June 19 in honor of Juneteenth.
MHA Endorsed Business Partner Medical Solutions’ Chief Nursing Officer, Patti Artley recently spoke with Becker’s Hospital Review to offer expert insight into the complex challenges facing nurses today and the proven strategies healthcare leaders must adopt to initiate lasting change.
Medicare prospective payment system hospitals are reminded that the completed 2022 occupational mix survey is due to the Medicare Administrative Contractor on June 30, 2023.
The MHA received media coverage the week of June 12 regarding prescription drug costs, COVID-19 and behavioral health. MHA representatives appearing in published stories include CEO Brian Peters, Senior Vice President Sam Watson and Senior …
Since 1990, the MHA has honored member healthcare organizations working to enrich the overall welfare of their local communities through the Ludwig Community Benefit Award. This year, the MHA is excited to showcase all award nominees, highlighting the exceptional and creative work being accomplished by Michigan’s hospitals.
Trinity Health Livonia (THLA) Hospital, a 2023 Ludwig nominee, is addressing gaps in behavioral health through their Western Wayne Suicide Prevention Coalition (WWSPC), a community-based program focused on preventing youth suicides.
Through a Community Health Needs Assessment, behavioral health struggles – primarily mental health and substance abuse – were identified as top concerns among adolescents in Western Wayne County. In one survey conducted by the Michigan Profile for Healthy Youth (MiPHY), it was found that at least 4% of high school students and 11% of middle school student reported suicide attempts.
With the understanding that students needed better access to behavioral health resources, the WWSPC created a comprehensive program to train more than 20,000 people – teens, families, school staff and community members – to change policies and support suicide prevention. Over the last several years, the coalition has grown to be a collaboration between THLA, seven school districts and seven community-based organizations that represent counselors, social workers, psychologists, regional educators and many other local experts.
WWSPC provides evidence-based behavioral health services, youth activities and education to decrease stigma and improve early detection of depression and suicide. As one example, more than 3,000 school staff (teachers, custodial staff, bus drivers, etc.) and 1,000 students have been trained on the life-saving suicide prevention model Question, Persuade, Refer. The intent of this method is to identify and interrupt a mental health crisis and direct the individual to proper care.
Looking ahead, the coalition is continuing efforts that support the mission of zero youth suicides in WWSPC schools. This includes expanding access to mental health screenings and treatment, developing safety plans for students returning to school after a suicide attempt, teaching skills to manage mental health, and procedural changes that equip staff to monitor and communicate with students who may be struggling.
Those struggling are encouraged to dial the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in U.S.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357) is also a confidential, free, 24-hour service for English and Spanish-speaking individuals a facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
Several bills being tracked by the MHA saw action during the week of June 5. In both chambers, bills to enshrine the protections of the federal Affordable Cara Act into state law saw initial …
Michigan hospital and education leaders joined forces June 8 to highlight the current state of Michigan’s healthcare workforce shortage and launch a campaign to expand interest in health careers in Michigan. Michigan’s healthcare industry is the largest private sector employer in the state. …
The MHA recently submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the proposed rule to update the Medicare fee-for-service long term care hospital (LTCH) prospective payment system (PPS) for fiscal …
The MHA and DataGen hosted the first of two webinars focused on the Medicare fee-for-service (FFS) quality-based programs June 7 to review the Medicare value-based purchasing program. A recording and materials from the webinar …
The number of Limited English Proficient individuals living in the U.S. continues to rise more rapidly than the general population, driving demand for language services in hospitals, physician practices and other patient care locations. …
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released a final rule for Medicare Advantage plans (MA) and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program for calendar year 2024. The rule increases oversight of …
Since 1990, the MHA has honored member healthcare organizations working to enrich the overall welfare of their local communities through the Ludwig Community Benefit Award. This year, the MHA is excited to showcase all award nominees, …
Congressional Republicans and the White House spared Main Street USA the pain of defaulting on the national debt last week. No surprise. …
These reactions are understandable. But self-reflection is also necessary. To those outside the hospital world, lack of hospital price transparency is an excuse. Every hospital bill is a surprise medical bill. Supporting the community safety net is an insignificant but manageable obligation for those with tax exemption status. Advocacy efforts to protect against 340B cuts and site-neutral payment policies are about grabbing/keeping extra revenue for the hospital. What is means to be a “not-for-profit” anything in healthcare is misleading since moneyball is what all seem to play. And short of government-run hospitals, many think price controls might be the answer. …
What’s necessary is a reset for the entire US health system in which not-for-profit systems play a vital role. That discussion should be led by leaders of the largest NFP systems with the full endorsements of their boards and support of large employers, physicians and public health leaders in their communities. …”
Fox 2 Detroit (WJBK-TV) published a story June 8 on the nationwide shortage of two critical chemotherapy medications. The two drugs, carboplatin and cisplatin, are used to treat several types of cancer, including bladder, lung, ovarian and …
The MHA recently submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding the proposed rule to update the Medicare fee-for-service inpatient rehabilitation facility prospective payment system for fiscal year …
The Michigan Department of Health & Human Services released a proposed policy May 30 for public comment related to Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTFs). This policy will create a chapter in the Medicaid Provider …
The MHA drafted comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding the proposed rule to update the Medicare fee-for-service hospital inpatient prospective payment system for fiscal year (FY) 2024. The MHA expresses …
Applications are due June 28 for the 2023-2024 class of the MHA Excellence in Governance Fellowship, which will be held from October 2023 through June 2024. The fellowship focuses on the functions of governance, leadership …
The MHA is partnering with DataGen to host two free webinars focused on Medicare fee-for-service (FFS) quality-based programs, which can reduce hospital inpatient FFS payments by up to 6%, depending upon hospital performance. The webinars …
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued a request for proposal for emergency medical services (EMS) workforce grants. This program aims to address the statewide shortage of EMS personnel through scholarships …
Since 1990, the MHA has honored member healthcare organizations working to enrich the overall welfare of their local communities through the Ludwig Community Benefit Award. This year, the MHA is excited to showcase all award nominees, …
“In the midst of every crisis, lies great opportunity.” — Albert Einstein The shortage of key cancer treatment drugs carboplatin and cisplatin made national headlines in recent weeks, as hospitals implemented multiple strategies to maintain …
“The backdrop for the APG and AMA meetings in the next 2 weeks could not be more daunting. Inflationary pressures dog the health economy as each advances an advocacy agenda suitable to their member’s needs. But something is missing: a comprehensive, coherent, visionary view of the health system’s future in the next 10-20 years wherein physicians will play a key role. That view should include… …
The U.S. health system’s future is not a repeat of its past. Recognizing this, physicians and the professional associations like APG and AMA that serve them have an obligation to define its future state NOW.
Some physicians are on the brink of despair; others are at the starting line ready to take on the challenge. …“
The MHA received media coverage the week of May 28 regarding the continued shortage of cancer drugs carboplatin and cisplatin and hospital workforce shortages. MHA representatives appearing in published stories include CEO Brian Peters and Executive Vice …
Since 1990, the MHA has honored member healthcare organizations working to enrich the overall welfare of their local communities through the Ludwig Community Benefit Award. This year, the MHA is excited to showcase all award nominees, highlighting the exceptional and creative work being accomplished by Michigan’s hospitals.
Munson Healthcare (MHC), a 2023 nominee, is advancing the health of northern Michigan communities through the Regional Community Health Opioid Initiative, which offers resources for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment and recovery. This includes efforts to address stigma, ensure safe prescribing and educate both patients and providers.
In a 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment, SUD was identified as a top concern in the regions Munson serves. The issue affects people from all demographics, income levels and educational backgrounds. Although SUDs are common, recurrent and often serious, treatment options in rural Northern Michigan are limited. In many cases,patients seeking help are tasked with travelling several hours for treatment or go without care because of this barrier.
The MHC initiative improves access to treatment by providing on-demand resources in the emergency and inpatient setting while reducing SUD-related medical complications through offerings like take-home naloxone for at-risk individuals. The health system also focuses on fostering community partnerships; implementing stigma reduction campaigns, staff education and peer recovery coaching; expanding harm reduction and enhancing suicide prevention efforts.
In addition to serving the residents of Grand Traverse, Wexford, Manistee, Kalkaska, Antrim and Otsego counties, MHC teams hope to expand programming into more areas where SUD resources are limited or not available. Simultaneously, they are working to share best practices for treatment with regional primary care clinics and extend long-term recovery resources for Michiganders.
The MHA Legislative Policy Panel convened May 24 to develop recommendations for the MHA Board of Trustees on legislative initiatives impacting Michigan hospitals. The meeting was highlighted by a presentation on potential state licensure of …
Action was taken the week of May 22 on a variety of bills that would make improvements to the Healthy Michigan Plan, require adult changing tables be included in future construction or renovation projects and …
Legislation to create Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs) was signed by Gov. Whitmer May 22. These new public acts allow for certain individuals, including healthcare providers, to file an ERPO if a person is a …
The MHA has been in frequent contact with members of the Michigan Congressional delegation since the association was made aware of shortages of the chemotherapy drugs carboplatin and cisplatin. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-Ann Arbor) and …
The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs recently published updated rules related to hospitals. Those updates include the following: Final EMS Life Support Agencies and Medical Control Rule The final rule, effective May …
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released the timetable and preliminary hospital data that will be used to develop the Medicare wage index for fiscal year 2025, which begins Oct. 1, …
The MHA recently expanded its analysis of enrollment data to reflect Medicare and Medicaid enrollment as a percentage of each county’s total population and the split for Medicare and Medicaid between fee-for-service and managed care …
The MHA Keystone Center is partnering with the Michigan Health Endowment Fund and RUSH University Medical Center to host a virtual roundtable from 10 to 11:15 a.m. June 21 on implementing caregiver navigation programs in …
Approximately 80 leaders responsible for quality, safety and patient experience and patient care participated in an MHA webinar to review the newly released MHA Person & Family Engagement (PFE) Roadmap, which includes recommended policies to re-engage …
Since 1990, the MHA has honored member healthcare organizations working to enrich the overall welfare of their local communities through the Ludwig Community Benefit Award. This year, the MHA is excited to showcase all award nominees, …
“For healthcare, this divergence of views is problematic the proposed debt ceiling compromise includes reducing SNAP benefits (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), imposing work requirements for “able-bodied” Medicaid recipients and cutting community health centers budgets—all hit low-income and underserved populations hardest. In these populations, social determinants of health (SDOH) i.e., food insecurity, unsafe/unhealthy housing, inadequate transportation et al play a central role in their health and its costs, but not much is done. …
Abundant health services research points to one conclusion: the inadequacy of solutions to the nation’s burgeoning social issues aka ‘social determinants of health’ results in poorer health status and higher health costs. Disparities persist. Structural flaws and divergent views about public health have calcified its neglect. It’s’ a disconnect the health system is prompted to fix. …”
The MHA received media coverage the week of May 21 regarding the continued shortage of cancer drugs carboplatin and cisplatin and hospital workforce shortages. MHA representatives appearing in published stories include CEO Brian Peters, Executive …