Munson Highlights the Need to Protect Medicaid Funding to Safeguard Northern Michigan Patients, Communities
As federal lawmakers consider drastic cuts to Medicaid, Munson Healthcare is calling for immediate action to protect this essential program, which provides critical healthcare services to more than 2.6 million Michigan residents, including 75,000 of our most vulnerable Northern Michigan residents.
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Affordable Care Act Marketplace Enrollment Underway
Certified application counselors are available at several Munson Healthcare facilities to help individuals enroll in the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance Marketplace for 2024-2025.
The enrollment window began Nov. 1 and closes Jan. 15. Open enrollment remains important for anyone not covered by...
Munson Healthcare Offers Lung Screenings on Nov. 11
Munson Healthcare will offer low-dose CT scan screenings as part of National Lung Screening Day on Nov. 11.
Munson Healthcare Director of Radiology Branden Hill said the screenings at health system hospitals emphasize the importance of lung health for residents in the region.
“Lung cancer remains...
Munson Healthcare Appoints New Chief Information Officer
Munson Healthcare President and CEO Ed Ness recently announced the appointment of Michael Saad as chief information officer (CIO) for the health system.
Saad joins the health system from the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, Tenn. where he served as senior vice president and...
Munson Healthcare Launches Voices for Youth Mental Health Art Contest
Munson Healthcare is harnessing the power of art to address mental health in the community.
Northern Michigan’s largest non-profit healthcare system today launched a “Voices for Youth Mental Health Art Contest” to allow those of all ages to express their feelings, wisdom, and hope on issues related...
Back-to-School Tips for Avoiding Illness
Back-to-school season for many is an exciting time for children to reconnect with friends, meet new ones, and experience opportunities for growth and learning.
It is also a time when parents dread the viruses and bacteria that come with school being back in session. Germs take advantage of young...
Munson Healthcare Prepares for Higher Summer Patient Volumes, Reminds People Where to Go for Care
As a nationally-recognized summer tourist destination, the population swells this time of year across the northwest lower peninsula’s 10-county area by 78 percent – according to a study by Networks Northwest. This also means an increased demand for healthcare services, which equates to a 42 percent...
Munson Healthcare Names Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce the appointment of Megan Brown as the health system’s new Chief Marketing and Communications Officer. She will lead internal and external marketing, communications and public relations for the health system which includes eight hospitals across northern...
Munson Healthcare Relaxes Masking, Visitation Policies
Munson Healthcare (MHC) will join nine other health systems across the state in relaxing its masking and visitation policies effective Friday, April 14. Universal masking will no longer be required for everyone in Munson Healthcare hospitals and clinics.
Munson Healthcare Chief Safety and Quality...
North Flight Aero Med Adds New Airplane to Its Fleet
North Flight Aero Med, a service of Munson Healthcare and Corewell Health, announced today it is adding a Beechcraft King Air B-250 airplane to its fleet. This aircraft will become the new primary airplane for the air ambulance operator in northern Michigan while its current King Air B-200 is...
Heart and Vascular Service Line Medical Director Named
Munson Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Christine Nefcy, M.D., FAAP, and President of Ambulatory Services and Business Development Ellen Smith today announced the appointment of Dino Recchia, M.D., FACC, as Heart and Vascular Service Line Medical Director for the health system.
“Dr. Recchia will...
Affordable Care Act Marketplace Enrollment Underway
Certified application counselors are available at several Munson Healthcare facilities to help individuals enroll in the Affordable Care Act’s health insurance Marketplace for 2022 - 23.
The enrollment window began Nov. 1 and closes Jan. 15. Open enrollment remains important for anyone not covered...
Munson Healthcare Appoints COO, New HR Leader
Munson Healthcare (MHC) President and CEO Ed Ness recently announced changes to the health system’s senior leadership team with the promotion of Laura Glenn to chief operating officer and the appointment of Shelley Spencer to chief human resources officer.
Glenn, who joined MHC in 2017, most...
Pediatric Medical Director Appointed at Munson Healthcare
Munson Healthcare Executive Director of Women’s and Children’s Services Joan Rickli announces the appointment of Jacques-Brett Burgess, M.D., as Service Line Medical Director, Pediatrics for the health system.
The new part-time administrative position is part of Munson Healthcare efforts to...
Munson Healthcare Makes Forbes Best Employers By State List
Munson Healthcare was recently recognized by Forbes as among “America’s Best Employers by State” for 2022, ranked third among healthcare employers and 37th overall in the state of Michigan.
Forbes and the market research company Statista generated the list after anonymous surveys of 70,000...
KMHC Chief Financial Officer Recognized Among ’40 under 40’
Kalkaska Memorial Health Center Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Andrew Raymond was recently recognized by the Traverse City Business News as among its “40 Under 40 Leaders” in the region.
The list recognizes leaders and professionals in their communities who are making a positive...
Munson Healthcare Hospice Plans Memorial Butterfly Releases
Munson Healthcare Hospice is hosting its annual Memorial Butterfly Release event in three northern Michigan communities during July.
Munson Healthcare Hospice Bereavement Coordinator Erin Gray said the release is something Munson Healthcare Hospice looks forward to sharing with the region’s...
Munson Healthcare Chief Executive Recognized by MHA
Munson Healthcare President and CEO Ed Ness received a double dose of honors from the Michigan Health and Hospital Association (MHA) this week with the 2022 Healthcare Leadership Award and the 2021 Grassroots Champion Award.
The MHA met on Mackinac Island for its annual meeting. Ness was one of...
Virtual Seminar Details Surgical Weight Loss Health Benefits
Northern Michigan residents considering bariatric surgery are invited to attend a free virtual informational seminar on Monday, June 13, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Michael Nizzi, D.O., F.A.C.O.S., medical director of Munson Medical Center’s Bariatric Program, will discuss surgical benefits and explain...
Munson Healthcare Encourages Safe Holiday Gatherings
Munson Healthcare encourages the residents of northern Michigan to enjoy the Memorial Day holiday weekend while recognizing that COVID-19 remains a concern.
Munson Healthcare Chief Medical Officer Christine Nefcy, M.D., FAAP, said positivity rates in the region remain high in some counties and...