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Workforce and Innovation Addressed by MHASC Board and HR Council

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The MHA Service Corporation (MHASC) board focused its Feb. 7 meeting on supporting the MHA Strategic Action Plan priorities to address workforce support and innovation, viability, behavioral health improvement, health equity and more. The board was joined by Bruce Brandes, president, care.ai, an MHA Endorsed Business Partner (EBP). Brandes provided a strategic overview for how AI and ambient intelligence is transforming care delivery models. care.ai sponsored a joint lunch for MHA and MHASC board members and provided an update on its Smart Care Facility Operating Platform. The MHASC is planning to launch new Endorsed Business Partners and innovative solutions in the coming months.

The MHA Human Resources (HR) & Workforce Council met Jan. 30 to discuss current HR priorities and review its role in advancing the mission of the MHA and the role of human resource leaders. The council provided input on legislative and regulatory issues relevant to healthcare employers, including diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, workplace safety and workforce development. Members provided feedback on current workforce-related legislative efforts and shared valuable insights with colleagues during a round-table session addressing 2024 priorities, innovative ideas, lessons learned and more. The HR Council is looking forward to networking with colleagues at the upcoming MHA HR Conference on March 5.

The MHASC provides critical support to the MHA in the form of non-dues revenue through its Data Services, Unemployment Compensation Program and EBP program. The MHASC’s mission is to deliver innovative solutions that help improve value and performance, addressing various business needs including workforce, supply chain, revenue cycle, strategic growth solutions and more. Members are encouraged to visit the MHA Business Services webpage to learn more about the resources available.

Questions regarding the MHASC Board should be directed to Ruthanne Sudderth at the MHA.

MHA Monday Report Oct. 30, 2023

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capitol buildingHealthcare Worker Protections Pass State Senate

Legislation increasing penalties for violence committed against healthcare workers was approved by the Michigan Senate in a bipartisan vote during the week of Oct. 23. The MHA-supported bills increase fines for assaulting a healthcare professional …

Strategic Action Planning Session with MHA Service Corporation Board

The MHA Service Corporation board focused on supporting MHA Strategic Action Plan priorities to address workforce support and innovation, viability, behavioral health improvement, health equity and more during their Oct. 18 planning session. The …

MDHHS Proposes 340B Billing and Reporting Changes

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) recently released a proposed policy to modify hospital outpatient billing requirements for drugs purchased through the 340B drug pricing program. Existing policy requires 340B hospitals to …

Clinician Q & A: Pregnancy and Infant Loss

Pregnancy and infant loss tragically impacts individuals and families at all walks of life across the state and country. While every case is different, this is often a result of miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, neonatal …

Patient Safety: A Case-based Innovative Playbook for Safer Care Published

Patient Safety: A Case-based Innovative Playbook for Safer Care (Second Edition) is a recently published book that serves as a must-read resource for those seeking to enhance patient care and create a culture of safety …

MHA Strategic Action Plan to be Reviewed Nov. 9

In the new program year, the MHA is focused on several critical issues like viability, workforce resilience and wellbeing, behavioral health and health equity.   The MHA will host a virtual member from 2 to …

The Keckley Report

Paul KeckleyAre Employers Ready to Engage the Health Industry Head On?

“Last week, Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) released its Annual Employer Health Benefits Survey which included a surprise:

The average annual single premium and the average annual family premium each increased by 7% over the last year. …

My take: these findings show that employers are not prone to drastic changes in health benefits for their employees despite recognition it is expensive and unaffordable to small companies and for many of their own employees.  But many large self-insured employers (except those in government, education and healthcare) are poised to make significant changes next year. They recognize themselves as the primary source of profits enjoyed by insurers, hospitals, physicians, drug companies and others.  They’re developing multi-year at risk direct contracts, value-based purchasing arrangements, primary care gatekeeping, narrow networks, restricted formularies, alternative care models and more to that leverage their clout. They’re going on offense. …”

Paul Keckley, Oct. 23, 2023

News to Know

  • The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently announced the 2024 Medicare Parts A & B amount for deductibles, coinsurance, premiums and the Part D income-related monthly adjustments.
  • The National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing is accepting requests for funding proposals for new or ongoing programs and interventions that work to eliminate racism in nursing.

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Strategic Action Planning Session with MHA Service Corporation Board

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The MHA Service Corporation (MHASC) board focused on supporting MHA Strategic Action Plan priorities to address workforce support and innovation, viability, behavioral health improvement, health equity and more during their Oct. 18 planning session. The board discussed healthcare market strategies to identify and grow solutions for MHA members and clients. MHA members are invited to register for the upcoming Nov. 9 virtual membership meeting for more information on the association’s efforts to address these ongoing priorities.

The MHASC board discussed current and future strategic priorities to enhance cutting-edge and cost-effective solutions for member hospitals. Specifically, the board discussed how innovations can support advocacy priorities to address workforce staffing shortage issues. The MHASC board also welcomed Eric Wallis, DNP, senior vice president and system chief nursing officer, Henry Ford Health, Detroit, as a new director providing clinical innovation expertise. The board also honored Deloris Hunt, chief human resources officer, Michigan Medicine, for her upcoming retirement and thanked her for serving as chair of the MHA Human Resources & Workforce Council.

The board was joined by Eric Eder, CEO, CyberForce|Q, for an overview of the Healthcare Security Operations Center (HSOC) history and how it has helped participants improve their security posture as threats increase. The MHASC is planning to launch new endorsed business partnerships and innovative solutions in the coming months.

The MHASC’s mission is to deliver innovative solutions that help improve value and performance through its Data Services, Unemployment Compensation Program and Endorsed Business Partner program addressing various business needs including workforce, supply chain, revenue cycle, strategic growth solutions and more. Visit the MHA Business Services webpage to learn more about resources available.

Members with questions regarding the MHASC Board may contact Ruthanne Sudderth at the MHA.