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MHA Monday Report Feb. 5, 2024

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Registration Open for 2024 Healthcare Leadership Academy

Registration is open for the popular MHA Healthcare Leadership Academy program scheduled for March 13-15 and May 1-2. Delivered in partnership with Executive Core and Grand Valley State University for the past 11 years, two …

MDHHS Issues RFP for Peer Navigator Pilot Project

The Michigan Department for Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to enhance support for pregnant and postpartum individuals facing substance use disorder. The Peer Navigator Pilot Project aims to …

Michigan State Loan Repayment Program Application Period Opens

The Michigan State Loan Repayment Program is now accepting applications through April 30. MSLRP assists employers in attracting and retaining medical, dental and mental healthcare providers in underserved communities by providing loan repayment. Healthcare …

Paxlovid Emergency Use Authorization Ends March 8

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration updated the Paxlovid Emergency Use Authorization, allowing Paxlovid that is currently in U.S. distribution to remain authorized for use through the labeled or extended expiration date, or …

MDHHS Release Medicaid Reimbursement Proposed Policy

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) recently released a proposed policy to establish additional Medicaid reimbursement for certain medically necessary drugs and therapeutics when provided in the inpatient hospital setting. The policy, …

SAMHSA Issues Final Rule on OUD Treatment

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) issued a final rule Jan. 31 updating regulations for Opioid Treatment Programs and standards for treatment of opioid use disorder (OUD). These rules make permanent …

The Keckley Report

Paul KeckleyThe Three In-bound Truth Bombs set to Explode in U.S. Healthcare

“Truth bombs are falling in U.S. healthcare. They’re well-documented and financed. They take no prisoners and exact mass casualties.

Most healthcare organizations default to comfortable defenses. That’s not enough. Cyberwarfare, precision-guided drones and dirty bombs require a modernized defense. Lacking that, the system will be a commoditized public utility for most in 15 years.”

Paul Keckley, Jan. 29, 2024

News to Know

  • MHA-member physician residents are encouraged to save the date for GME Capitol Day, scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, at the MHA Capital Advocacy Center.
  • MHA-member communications professionals are encouraged to save the date for this year’s MHA Communications Retreat, scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, at the Henry Center for Executive Development in Lansing.

MDHHS Issues RFP for Peer Navigator Pilot Project

Member News

The Michigan Department for Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to enhance support for pregnant and postpartum individuals facing substance use disorder. The Peer Navigator Pilot Project (PNPP) aims to place Peer Navigators in healthcare and behavioral health settings to identify, restore trust and partner with families to provide immediate access to essential services.

Peer Navigators support families through a recovery journey and facilitate connections with community resources. The RFP is open to the public and nonprofit hospitals/health systems, OBGYN offices, community health centers, community substance use treatment providers, community peer recovery coaching agencies, federally recognized tribes and Federally Qualified Health Centers.

Eligibility is exclusive to entities that are public and nonprofit. Applicants will be ranked based on priority to place one Peer Navigator in each of the focus counties/regions:

  • Ingham County
  • Kalamazoo County
  • Region 1 (Upper Peninsula)
  • Wayne County

Proposals should also include the target population of pregnant person through 12-weeks postpartum in the areas identified. As a data driven project, Peer Navigators will be responsible for all data collection throughout the pilot project, reporting outcomes utilizing the REDCaP system.

This grant will award a total of $500,000, with individual grants ranging from $60,000 to $125,000 to be implemented during a five-month period, between May 1 and Sept. 30, 2024.

Applications are due March 7, 2024, by 3 p.m. through EGrAMS. A recording of the pre-application webinar, held Jan. 31, can be found is available. The MDHHS intends to release a FAQ Feb. 7 on the EGrAMS website.

Members with questions may contact Kelsey Ostergren at the MHA.

MDHHS Issues RFP to Expand Child Adolescent Health Center Programs

Member News

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to expand Child and Adolescent Health Center (CAHC) programs, focusing on school-based or school-linked health services. This initiative will support models such as CAHC and School Wellness programs, providing a secure environment for children and adolescents to learn about disease prevention and receive necessary medical care and support.

This grant will award a total of $4.46 million, with individual grants ranging from $180,000 to $330,000. It will be implemented during a four-month period, between June 1 and Sept. 30, 2024. Priority will be given to proposed sites in counties lacking an existing CAHC clinical program.

Applications are due March 12, 2024, by 3 p.m. Members wishing to apply for this RFP must initiate the registration of both the agency and users, complete a Project Director Request and submit it with the proposal. MDHHS will answer questions related to the grant application through Jan. 26, and will host a pre-application webinar Jan. 23 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The application process is electronic through the MI E-Grants system and detailed instructions are available on the EGrAMS website.

Members with questions may contact Lauren LaPine at the MHA.

News to Know – April 24, 2023

Member News
  • The MHA membership will convene in person for the MHA Annual Membership Meeting June 28 through 30 at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. The annual meeting will feature an outstanding lineup of speakers, including Alisahah Jackson, MD, president, Lloyd H. Dean Institute for Humankindness & Health Justice at CommonSpirit, and Marcus Whitney, co-founder, Jumpstart Health Investors. Jackson will speak about leveraging science and trust to accelerate health equity, while Whitney will outline partnerships among stakeholder to bring new, inclusive and innovative solutions to healthcare. Members with questions should email the MHA or call (517-323-3443).
  • The Root Cause Coalition (TRCC) is accepting requests for proposals by April 24 to present at the 8th Annual National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health Dec. 3-5 in Kansas City. Proposals are being accepted for breakout sessions and poster presentations. Organizations with proven, measurable solutions that address health equity and collectively chart an intentional, meaningful and measurable path for progress are encouraged to submit. Members with questions can contact Lori Bennett at the TRCC.

News to Know – April 17, 2023

Member News
  • The MHA membership will convene in person for the MHA Annual Membership Meeting June 28 through 30 at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. The annual meeting will feature an outstanding lineup of speakers, including Alisahah Jackson, MD, president, Lloyd H. Dean Institute for Humankindness & Health Justice at CommonSpirit, and Marcus Whitney, co-founder, Jumpstart Health Investors. Jackson will speak about leveraging science and trust to accelerate health equity, while Whitney will outline partnerships among stakeholder to bring new, inclusive and innovative solutions to healthcare. Members with questions should email the MHA or call (517-323-3443).
  • ASPR TRACIE is hosting a roundtable webinar Lessons Learned in Healthcare Communications from 3 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. April 20. Topics will include channels used for outreach and continued engagement, strategies for reaching different community and cultural groups, tracking and countering rumors, and working with partners to create complementary messaging. Speakers representing a wide range of stakeholders and jurisdiction types (national, large/urban, regional and rural/tribal) will share their perspectives on how they integrate these lessons into current and future responses. Members interested are encouraged to register.
  • The Root Cause Coalition (TRCC) is accepting requests for proposalsto present at the 8th Annual National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health Dec. 3-5 in Kansas City. Proposals are being accepted for breakout sessions and poster presentations. Organizations with proven, measurable solutions that address health equity and collectively chart an intentional, meaningful and measurable path for progress are encouraged to submit. Members with questions can contact Lori Bennett at the TRCC.

News to Know – April 10, 2023

Member News
  • Registration is open for the MHA Keystone Center Safe Patient Handling Conference. The all-day event will take place April 13 at the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest. The free event will provide participants hands-on learning about how safe, early and continuous mobility can help achieve better patient outcomes. Members with questions may contact the MHA Keystone Center.
  • The Root Cause Coalition (TRCC) is accepting requests for proposals to present at the 8th Annual National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health Dec. 3-5 in Kansas City. Proposals are being accepted for breakout sessions and poster presentations. Organizations with proven, measurable solutions that address health equity and collectively chart an intentional, meaningful and measurable path for progress are encouraged to submit. Members with questions can contact Lori Bennett at the TRCC.

News to Know – March 27, 2023

Member News
  • Registration is now open for the MHA Keystone Center Safe Patient Handling Conference. The all-day event will take place April 13 at the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest. The free event will provide participants hands-on learning about how safe, early and continuous mobility can help achieve better patient outcomes. Members with questions may contact the MHA Keystone Center.
  • The MHA is issuing a request for proposal (RFP) for a $50 million competitive grant program for Michigan healthcare entities to expand access to pediatric inpatient behavioral health services. The grant program will issue funds to entities across the state of Michigan for either the expansion of existing programs or development of new ones. Copies of the grant RFP materials and the online application are also available on the MHA Behavioral Health webpage. Members with questions may contact Kelsey Ostergren at the MHA.
  • The MHA Health Foundation will host a four-part webinar series MHA Board Governance Education that outlines the trends affecting current and future strategic plans, techniques for effectively communicating with stakeholders on key issues and ways to build trust, drive engagement and develop relationships. The webinars are scheduled for April 19, May 9 and May 23 from noon to 1 p.m. EST. Members with questions about registration should contact Erica Leyko at MHA.
  • The MHA will host an in-person Human Resources Member Forum at the MHA Headquarters in Okemos from 8:30 a.m. to noon April 26, with a virtual option available as well. The forum is structured as a round table with human resources and MHA leaders moderating a discussion among attendees around the Great Resignation of the healthcare workforce and ideas and solutions to combat workforce challenges. Members with questions about membership or registration should contact Brenda Carr at the MHA.
  • The Root Cause Coalition (TRCC) is accepting requests for proposals to present at the 8th Annual National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health Dec. 3-5 in Kansas City. Proposals are being accepted for breakout sessions and poster presentations. Organizations with proven, measurable solutions that address health equity and collectively chart an intentional, meaningful and measurable path for progress are encouraged to submit. Members with questions can contact Lori Bennett at the TRCC.