Helping patients use transparency tools and understand their healthcare expenses could help lower costs throughout the industry, according to experts who discussed the topic at the 2023 Michigan State of Reform Health Policy Conference.
Michigan’s Medicaid redetermination process began last month, and healthcare providers are focused on ensuring residents are aware of any adjustments they might need to make to continue their coverage.
Proponents behind legislation to allow nurse practitioners to practice on their own cite a need to improve access to care, particularly in rural markets in Michigan.
Sen. Jeff Irwin, D-Ann Arbor, reintroduced a bill to allow nurse practitioners to practice without having to secure a contract…