Nationwide, Medicaid beneficiaries will have to renew their coverage starting this year to comply with federal legislation. In Michigan, annual renewals will begin again in June 2023. If you receive notice that you or a family member are no longer eligible for...
from MDHHS At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government authorized extra food assistance to address food insecurity among residents. The extra benefits increased food assistance amounts to the maximum allowable per eligible group regardless of...
During the federal COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE), many changes were made to the Medicaid program's eligibility, administration, and policies to ease rules for providers and prevent Medicaid beneficiaries from losing their healthcare coverage. It is...
Have you moved in the past three years? Has your address or contact information changed? Please make sure MEDICAID/CHIP has your current mobile phone number, email, and mailing address so our records are up to date. It’s important to make sure we can reach you with...
“I felt like I finally had an advocate.” “I was able to contact her by phone, text, and e-mail.” “She always followed up. We were talking once or twice a week.” These comments come from area residents who have received help through the Health Department of Northwest...
Moving the COVID-19 story forward with focus on preventing all infectious diseases Current back-to-school protocols for COVID-19 are evolving from pandemic emergency to a more standard tactic to controlling respiratory viral diseases, such as influenza. While the...
Charlevoix County Veterans, please give us a call (231)547-7220 to schedule an appointment with Josh or Kaylee. During this appointment, we will update your VA file, review past/present claims, and answer any questions you may have. For attending this appointment, you...
Cancer is a scary word and equally scary diagnosis. Patients are often left feeling confused, unsure, and wondering how they will navigate the following months or years after their diagnosis. It can take a toll not only physically and mentally but also financially....
By the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Do you or a family member currently have health coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)? If so, you may soon need to take steps to find out if you can continue your coverage. Soon,...
