Amazing Heart Care: Medication Therapy Instead of a Heart Transplant Jerry Cattaneo of Gaylord runs a machine shop and was shocked to learn that he might need a heart transplant. He was fairly healthy, but undetected heart disease led to an enlarged heart. He was one of the first patients at the Heart Failure Program in Traverse City and put his life in the hands of expert cardiologists. Dino Recchia, MD, FACC recommended trying medication therapy first. Jerry and his wife cried happy tears as they learned the results of his echocardiogram. The heart treatment plan was working! Watch below as

Library Services Library Services provides clinical knowledge-based information, resources, and services. This includes access to licensed clinical content such as databases, drug information, eBooks, journals, patient education handouts, point-of-care tools, and practice guidelines. Our information professionals are trained experts in reviewing the medical literature and are available to complete literature searches for you. Phone: 231-935-6170 | Email: Library-HealthSciences@mhc.net How to Access the Library Website and Search Interface From MHC-networked computer: MHC intranet > Tools &

PAMA Resource Center PAMA Resource Center On January 1, 2020, CMS implemented a new mandate – section 218 of Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA) – that changed the prior authorization process for ordering certain advanced diagnostic imaging studies. The education and testing period for PAMA has now been extended until January 1, 2023. When ordering an advanced diagnostic imaging service for a Medicare beneficiary, a provider is now required to consult a qualified Clinical Decision Support Mechanism (CDSM). CDSMs are electronic portals through which appropriate use criteria (AUC) is

REMEC Services Please click on the service links on the left to take advantage of what REMEC TeleHealth Network has to offer. The audio conference call service uses REMEC's video bridge and has capability for several audio conferences at one time. Mobile wireless video units also are available at Munson Medical Center, Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, Cadillac Hospital, Grayling Hospital, and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital for video conferencing.

Desktop Video Conferencing The Desktop Video Conferencing platform currently being used is RealPresence Desktop. Contact the REMEC office for more information.

Zoom Replaces GoToMeeting Zoom has replaced GoToMeeting. Fill out the Zoom Meeting Request Form to get started. Learn more about the switch and find resources as you learn how to use the platform.

TurningPoint Technology To reserve the TurningPoint Technology and Equipment (Clickers and Receiver) you must first complete user training on this product through Staff Development. Reservation requests must be received 5 business days prior to your meeting. This equipment cannot be reserved more than 90 days in advance. Once your request has been processed an appointment will be sent to your Outlook calendar for equipment pick up and to complete the sign-out process. Following is the agreement you will be required to sign when picking up the equipment. I understand that in requesting use and

Bleeding Disorders Clinic The Northern Regional Bleeding Disorder Center provides state-of-the art, comprehensive medical care and support for individuals with bleeding disorders and their families. The use of telemedicine for this clinic is intended to increase the availability of specialty medical care in rural areas. Located on the campus of Munson Medical Center, it is the only hemophilia and bleeding disorder treatment center in northern Michigan. One of nine collaborative treatment centers in Michigan, it is affiliated with the Hemophilia Foundation of Michigan, National Hemophilia