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New Training Requirements for DEA License Renewal
DEA License Renewal Training The new Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act requires most licensed prescribers who are either renewing or applying for a new controlled substance DEA license to have completed at least 8 hours of opioid or other substance use disorders (SUD) training. The MATE act went into effect on June 27, 2023. Opioid/SUD Training Resources: Munson Healthcare On-Demand CME Best Practices and Tools for Chronic Pain (1-hour recorded webinar) Chronic Pain Management in Primary Care (1-hour recorded webinar) Addressing the "5th vital sign": Pain Management Beyond
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Notice of Consumer Civil Rights
Notice of Consumer Civil Rights ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services, free of charge, are available to you. Call 231-935-6632. Discrimination is Against the Law Munson Healthcare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Munson Healthcare does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Munson Healthcare: Provides free aids and services to people with disabilities to
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Patient - For Providers
For Your Patient The center of all we do. Find a Provider Maps and Locations Patient Portal Virtual Urgent Care
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Transfer Process
Transfer Process Munson Healthcare has a New Centralized Patient Transfer and Placement Center All 8 MHC hospitals use a centralized MHC Patient Transfer and Placement Center. Cadillac Hospital, Charlevoix Hospital, Grayling Hospital, Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, Manistee Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Otsego Memorial Hospital, and Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital. How to Transfer a Patient (In and Out): Call 231-392-0777. Community Access Portal for non-emergent transfers or to request a consult: MHC Emergency Department providers can use the online Community Access Portal (CAP) to
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Teen Health Corner
Teen Health Corner Friendly Primary and Behavioral Health Care for Ages 5 - 21 and Their Children Don’t like going to the doctor? We get that. The friendly and experienced team at the Teen Health Corner in Kalkaska (2 locations) and Forest Area will answer your questions and provide medical and behavior health services in a place where you can be relaxed and comfortable. Teen Health Corner Offer Many Services Medical Health Services Primary care for children through young adults Sports physical and annual well child visits Sick and urgent care visits Sports injury and concussion clearance Acne
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Medical Records FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Medical Records How does Munson Healthcare handle release of medical information functions? Munson Healthcare uses a shared release of information service model. Our business partner, Vital Records Control, assists in the timely, accurate and compliant release of our medical information services. Can you give me my medical information over the phone? No. Due to the need to protect patient confidentiality, we do not supply information over the phone. Additionally, we are not clinical personnel and cannot explain test results. You can request records online or
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PAMA Resource Center
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
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How to Choose a Primary Care Provider
Choosing a primary care provider is important, and not just when you’re sick. Even those in good overall health need a local family doctor who can help them stay that way. Your primary care provider or family doctor can help maintain your health history, detect allergies, track vital signs, analyze lab results, and help you feel your best through all stages of life. She or he will look after your ongoing health and overall well-being by addressing acute conditions, managing chronic illnesses like long COVID and diabetes, and preventing future conditions that might put your health in jeopardy
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Seven Munson Healthcare System Hospitals 'Most Wired'
Seven Munson Healthcare system hospitals have been recognized by the American Hospital Association’s journal Hospitals and Health Networks as “Most Wired” hospitals for 2015 Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital, Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital, Munson Medical Center, Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and West Shore Medical Center all were recognized as Most Wired. Otsego Memorial Hospital was recognized as Most Wired - Small and Rural. Most Wired is an industry-standard benchmark survey conducted by the American Hospital Association’s Health Forum and the
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Information for Munson Healthcare Patients and Visitors
Patients & Visitors Information If you are a patient, we will do our best to make each encounter as comfortable and pleasant as possible and start you on the road to recovery. If you are a visitor, please take a moment to review the specific visitor guidelines and information for your local hospital. Check for Facility Notices, Closures or Changes in Operating Hours Quick Links Patient Portal Billing & Financial Assistance Ask-a-Nurse Visitor Policy Patient Resources Advance Care Planning Forms Medical Records Contact Us Patient Education Patient Rights & Responsibilities Non-discrimination