There are currently no programs planned at this time.

Big Changes Are Here With Michigan's Auto No-Fault Insurance Law Michigan’s new auto no-fault insurance law has brought big changes to the level of medical care that comes with auto insurance policies. As you may recall, under Michigan's old auto insurance law, all auto insurance policies would cover lifetime medical and rehabilitation care expenses for injured drivers and passengers — for as long as the care is needed. However, under the new law, Michigan drivers for the first time will have the option to choose significantly lower levels of medical coverage when they buy or renew their

Certificate of Need (CON) The Issue Certificate of Need (CON) is a state regulatory program enacted in 1972 and administered by the Department of Health and Human Services. The intended purpose of the CON process is to balance cost, quality and access issues, and to ensure that only needed services and facilities are developed in Michigan. When entities such as a health facility, hospital physician, group practice, etc., propose new capital expenditure projects (construction or renovation) or projects that would increase bed capacity or relocate a service or facility, a CON is required. The

Reject Site Neutral Payments The Issue Site neutral payments refers to proposals that would eliminate the differential pricing between a hospital or hospital outpatient department and a freestanding clinic. In recent years, Congress and the Administration have looked to implement site neutral payments as way to reduce Medicare spending at hospital outpatient departments, which are reimbursed at a higher rate than a freestanding clinic. By implementing so-called site neutral payments, these proposals would instead reimburse hospital-based outpatient departments, such as the Foster Family

Chip in Fore Munson Hospice Chip in Fore Munson Hospice is an annual event with the sole mission to inspire charitable support to provide and enhance Hospice service and its many benefits to our community. Schmuckal Oil and the LochenHeath community hold the highly-anticipated two-day Chip in Fore Munson Hospice golf scramble at LochenHeath Golf Club each September. Thursday evening begins with cocktails, a silent auction and dinner, overlooking beautiful East Bay. Friday's golf begins with a shot gun start just before 10 am with an awards ceremony beginning at 4 pm. To date, event has raised

In the News 11.21.19 - Pharmacist’s Research Project Aims to Save Lives 8.29.19 - Responding to the Opioid Epidemic in Northern Michigan 8.20.19 - Federal $1 Million Grant Targets Opioid Epidemic in N. Mich. 3.4.19 - News Segment - Mother Overcoming Opioid Addiction 10.31.18 - Hospital Plans Expansion of Opioid Use Disorder Treatment 9.25.18 - Manistee Hospital’s MedSafe Program Removes Over 1000 lbs. of Medication from the Community 9.17.18 - Munson Healthcare Installs MedSafe Containers at Hospitals

Traverse City Woman Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Janice Beyer of Traverse City had the picture of health at age 50. She ran 20 - 25 miles per week, was a vegetarian and had no family history of breast cancer. Her doctor discovered a lump and wanted to rule out breast cancer. Janice agreed and was shocked to learn that she had breast cancer. She proceeded with the recommended course of treatment at the Cowell Family Cancer Center and has a message to share with woman. "Whether or not you have cancer has already been decided. It's a matter of whether or not you're going to find out and do

Kids and Vaping: What You Need to Know An increasing number of children and teens have tried vaping and more statistics are released daily that are connecting health issues with vaping. Here are some quick facts about the effects of vaping on children and how to prevent vaping in children. Is Vaping Bad for Children? What We Know Vaping is still a relatively new phenomenon so research is still in its beginning stages. However, the effects of vaping are starting to surface. What we do know is that nicotine is a very addictive toxic substance that can affect nearly every part of the human body

Employee Referral Program – Get Paid Sooner and Easier Do you know someone special who’s flirting with the idea of something more meaningful? We’re looking for quality candidates who are a ‘perfect fit’ for our Healthcare Team. So, in the spirit of Teamness, go ahead — set us up with a friend! Employee Referrals often lead to great matches! Over the last year, we have had more than 1200 potential candidates referred to us by members of our Healthcare Team. In line with our value of Exceptional Experiences, and based on feedback from employees, we have improved how we receive and pay for

Contact Information for Michigan State Legislators Please consider contacting the following state legislators to thank them for their support of rural healthcare and urge their support for restoring the Governor’s rural healthcare funding cuts. Hospital Member Office MHC Manistee Hospital Rep. Jack O’Malley 517-373-0525 Sen. Curt VanderWall 517-373-1725 MHC Cadillac Hospital Rep. Michelle Hoitenga 517-373-1747 Sen. Curt VanderWall 517-373-1725 Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Rep. Jack O’Malley 517-373-0525 Sen. Curt VanderWall 517-373-1725 Munson Medical Center Rep. John Roth (517) 373-1766 Sen