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This episode of The Common Bridge is part of a special 21‑part series of interviews recorded with healthcare leaders from across Michigan during the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference, in partnership with the Michigan Health and Hospital AssociationHealthcare costs keep climbing, but the most frustrating part might be how much of the system's pain is self-inflicted. I sit down with Bill Manns, President and CEO of Bronson Healthcare Group in Kalamazoo and chair of the Michigan Health and Hospital Association board, to get specific about what's driving affordability concerns for Michigan hospitals and the people they serve.We talk about what independence really changes for a local health system: local governance, faster feedback from the community, and the freedom to focus on “local care for local people.” From there, we zoom out to the policy environment and why legislative volatility can be just as damaging as a bad bill. When the rules swing back and forth, hospitals cannot plan staffing, investments, or long-term community health work with confidence.Then we tackle the heart of the affordability debate. Bill makes the case that hospitals often do not “set prices” the way people assume, because rates are typically locked in through insurance contracts or driven by government payment. We also dig into the administrative burden that quietly inflates costs, especially prior authorization, where clinicians and patients jump through hoops for services that are frequently approved anyway. If we want real healthcare cost reduction, reducing unnecessary paperwork and delays is one of the most practical places to start.The most hopeful part of the conversation is Kalamazoo County's progress on Black infant mortality, achieved through community collaboration, listening to moms, and a clear focus on health equity and trust. If you care about Michigan healthcare, hospital regulation, prior authorization reform, preventive care, and community health outcomes, this one delivers. Subscribe, share this conversation with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find it.Support the showEngage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!

This episode of *The Common Bridge* is part of a special 21‑part series of interviews recorded with healthcare leaders from across Michigan during the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference, in partnership with the Michigan Health and Hospital Association.In these short conversations, with his guests, Rich explores regulation, cost pressures, workforce challenges, and the future of Healthcare in Michigan and around the Country.A rule written in 1906 still helps decide what “counts” as learning in Michigan classrooms and we think it's long past time to rethink it. From the Mackinac Policy Conference, we sit down with former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder to unpack how seat time requirements can quietly block the most practical kinds of education reform: project-based learning, competency-based credit, and interdisciplinary courses that feel like the real world students are about to enter.We dig into what a student-centered, real-life results model looks like when districts are actually allowed to try it. That means combining subjects (like English with history), connecting math to skilled trades, and building programs where learners demonstrate mastery instead of just logging hours. Snyder explains the bipartisan push behind current Michigan legislation and why local approval matters, with educators and parents closest to students helping shape innovation plans.We also connect education policy to the healthcare workforce pipeline. Michigan hospitals and clinics need motivated talent, and early exposure to health careers can turn school into something students want to show up for. We talk about programs already training future phlebotomists, rad techs, lab techs, and other in-demand roles, plus the “durable skills” that matter even more as artificial intelligence reshapes work: teamwork, critical thinking, and smart use of new tools.If you care about Michigan education, career and technical education, healthcare staffing, or economic growth, this conversation delivers a clear argument for changing the rules so communities can build modern pathways. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review with your take: should schools measure learning by time or by results?Support the showEngage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!

About our Guests: Fran Balamuth, MD, PhD, MSCE, is division chief of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Dr. Balamuth's research interests focus on pediatric sepsis recognition using epidemiologic and translational approaches, for which she has received NIH and foundation funding. She is the co-PI of the PROMPT BOLUS trial, a multinational pragmatic trial comparing saline vs balanced fluids in pediatric sepsis, which will be the largest acute care pediatric trial in history. In addition, she co-leads the CHOP Pediatric Sepsis Program, which supports and promotes local clinical, research, educational, and quality-improvement initiatives related to sepsis. She is an internationally recognized sepsis leader, and has been invited to serve on the national steering committee for the Improving Pediatric Sepsis Outcomes quality collaborative through the US Children's Hospital Association, and 2 international task forces focused on defining pediatric sepsis through the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Society of Critical Care Medicine.Scott L. Weiss, MD, MSCE, FCCM, is a Professor of Pediatrics & Pathology and Genomic Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University and division chief of Critical Care Medicine at Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware. Previously, Dr. Weiss was on the faculty at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where he earned recognition as an international expert in pediatric sepsis. Dr. Weiss' NIH-funded research focuses on epidemiology, fluid resuscitation, and mitochondrial dysfunction in pediatric sepsis. Dr. Weiss is an international expert in pediatric sepsis and served as the co-PI of the PRoMPT BOLUS trial.Nathan Kuppermann, MD, MPH, is Executive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer of Children's National Hospital and Director of the Children's National Research Institute. He also serves as chair of the Department of Pediatrics and associate dean of Pediatric Academic Affairs at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He is an internationally recognized clinical trialist in pediatric trauma, pediatric DKA, and acute pediatric infections. As the original chair of the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Applied Research Network (PECARN); his research is focused on clinical trials and clinical prediction rules using large cohorts of acutely ill and injured children. Dr. Kuppermann served as the senior investigator of the PRoMPT BOLUS trial.Selected References:Weiss SL, Balamuth F, Long E, Thompson GC, Hayes KL, Katcoff H, Cook M, Tsemberis E, Hickey CP, Williams A, Williamson-Urquhart S, Borland ML, Dalziel SR, Gelbart B, Freedman SB, Babl FE, Huang J, Kuppermann N; Pragmatic Pediatric Trial of Balanced Versus Normal Saline Fluid in Sepsis (PRoMPT BOLUS) Investigators of the PECARN, PERC, and PREDICT Networks. PRagMatic Pediatric Trial of Balanced vs nOrmaL Saline FlUid in Sepsis: study protocol for the PRoMPT BOLUS randomized interventional trial. Trials. 2021 Nov 6;22(1):776. doi: 10.1186/s13063-021-05717-4. Erratum in: Trials. 2025 Oct 7;26(1):390. doi: 10.1186/s13063-025-09164-3. PMID: 34742327; PMCID: PMC8572061.Weiss SL, Balamuth F, Thurm CW, Downes KJ, Fitzgerald JC, Laskin BL. Major Adverse Kidney Events in Pediatric Sepsis. Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2019 May 7;14(5):664-672. doi: 10.2215/CJN.12201018. Epub 2019 Apr 18. PMID: 31000518; PMCID: PMC6500940.Semler MW, Self WH, Wanderer JP, Ehrenfeld JM, Wang L, Byrne DW, Stollings JL, Kumar AB, Hughes CG, Hernandez A, Guillamondegui OD, May AK, Weavind L, Casey JD, Siew ED, Shaw AD, Bernard GR, Rice TW; SMART Investigators and the Pragmatic Critical Care Research Group. Balanced Crystalloids versus Saline in Critically Ill Adults. N Engl J Med. 2018 Mar 1;378(9):829-839. doi: 10.1056/NEJMoa1711584. Epub 2018 Feb 27. PMID: 29485925; PMCID: PMC5846085.Questions, comments or feedback? Please send us a message at this link (leave email address if you would like us to relpy) Thanks! -Alice & ZacSupport the showHow to support PedsCrit:Please complete our Listener Feedback SurveyPlease rate and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Donations are appreciated @PedsCrit on Venmo , you can also support us by becoming a patron on Patreon. 100% of funds go to supporting the show.Please remember that all content during this episode is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used as medical advice. The views expressed during this episode by hosts and our guests are their own and do not reflect the official position of their institutions. If you have any comments, suggestions, or feedback-you can email us at pedscritpodcast@gmail.com.  You can also check out our website at http://www.pedscrit.com. Thank you for listening to this episode of PedsCrit!

Originally uploaded May 21, reloaded May 26. Chris Holman welcomed Nick Chaffin, Program Compliance Officer; Amanda Johnson, Workforce Development Program Liaison, Capital Area Michigan Works! Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties. What is Jobs for Michigan's Graduates, and how does it prepare youth for careers? Tell us about the recent Career Development Conference? How did students from Greater Lansing perform? How can employers get involved with JMG or interact with program participants? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Lansing-Area Youth Shine at Statewide Conference Jobs for Michigan's Graduates honors LSD, Waverly students LANSING, Mich. — Students from the Capital Area Michigan Works! (CAMW!) Jobs for Michigan's Graduates (JMG) program were honored at Youth Solutions' statewide Career Development Conference (CDC) on April 30, held at Saginaw Valley State University. The event brings young participants from the JMG program together to demonstrate the career and workforce development skills they have learned throughout the year. JMG is the flagship program of Youth Solutions, a nonprofit organization that aims to ensure every youth in Michigan has access to career-connected learning and graduates with an actionable plan for postsecondary success. Among the attendees were about a dozen JMG students representing Lansing School District and Peckham Inc., which operate the JMG programming for CAMW!. These dedicated young individuals participated in a variety of career-based individual and team competitions, showcasing essential skills such as interviewing, problem-solving and teamwork. Collectively, this group of young people earned multiple awards to their local programs, including Leonardo Amador-Betancourt's well-deserved recognition as Youth of the Year. “JMG taught me how to be professional. It helped me to build confidence and be successful,” Leonardo said. “My story shows that when students are given support and opportunity, they can rise above challenges. I'm honored to receive this award and to represent my community, my family and my country.” Local youth recognized with statewide and regional awards: Statewide Award — JMG Youth of the Year Awarded to two active JMG participants who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to both the program and their personal goals. Leonardo Amador-Betancourt, Lansing School District Statewide Award — Notable Alumni of the Year Awarded to a JMG alumni who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, personal and professional development, and has made notable contributions to JMG. August Doerr, Lansing School District Regional Award — JMG Exemplary Youth of the Year Recognizes one outstanding youth from each Prosperity Region. Salomon Shabani, Waverly High School Program-Level Awards — JMG Excellence in Youth Leadership Celebrating students who go above and beyond in leadership and commitment. Lex Braman, Clinton County Youth Services Sierra Johnson, Waverly High School The event was made possible with support from Saginaw Valley State University, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity and the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. ### ABOUT CAMW! Capital Area Michigan Works!, a proud partner of the American Job Center network, connects with businesses to develop recruiting and retention strategies and strengthens the local workforce by enhancing education and career opportunities for job seekers. For more information, call (517) 492-5500 or go to www.camw.org.

Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: Forvis Mazars, “CMS Rule Signals Shift in Medicaid State-Directed Payments,” June 11, 2026, https://www.forvismazars.us/forsights/2026/06/cms-rule-signals-shift-in-medicaid-state-directed-payments. Medicaid.gov, “State Directed Payments,” https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/managed-care/guidance/state-directed-payments. Sturgis Hospital, “Sturgis Hospital Closure,” https://sturgishospital.com/sturgis-hospital-closure/. The Association of American Medical Colleges, “AAMC Statement on Proposed Rule on Medicaid Supplemental Payments,” May 21, 2026, https://www.aamc.org/news/press-releases/aamc-statement-proposed-rule-medicaid-supplemental-payments. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, “Proposed Rule: Medicaid Managed Care State Directed Payments and Medicaid Fee-For-Service Targeted Medicaid Practitioner Payments (CMS-2449-P),” May 20, 2026, https://www.hhs.gov/guidance/document/proposed-rule-medicaid-managed-care-state-directed-payments-and-medicaid-fee-service. Michigan Health & Hospital Association, “CMS Releases FY 2027 Hospital Inpatient Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule,” April 17, 2026, https://www.mha.org/newsroom/cms-releases-fy-2027-hospital-inpatient-prospective-payment-system-proposed-rule/. Federal Register, “Medicaid Program; Medicaid Managed Care State Directed Payments and Medicaid Fee-for-Service Targeted Medicaid Practitioner Payments,” May 22, 2026, https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/22/2026-10292/medicaid-program-medicaid-managed-care-state-directed-payments-and-medicaid-fee-for-service-targeted. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, “Medicaid Managed Care State Directed Payments and Medicaid Fee-For-Service Targeted Medicaid Practitioner Payments Proposed Rule (CMS-2449-P,” May 20, 2026, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/medicaid-managed-care-state-directed-payments-medicaid-fee-service-targeted-medicaid-practitioner. Andrea Hooten, “New Rural Health Hub Connects Arkansans to Healthcare Resources, Opportunities,” June 15, 2026, https://news.uams.edu/2026/06/15/new-rural-health-hub-connects-arkansans-to-healthcare-resources-opportunities/, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences News. Rural Health Today is a production of Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan and a member of the Health Podcast Network. Our host is JJ Hodshire, our producer is Kyrsten Newlon, and our audio engineer is Kenji Ulmer. Special thanks to our special guests for sharing their expertise on the show, and also to the Hillsdale Hospital marketing team. If you want to submit a question for us to answer on the podcast or learn more about Rural Health Today, visit ruralhealthtoday.com.

This week, Roger looses his spin, Oogie Boogie Bash ticket sales news, specialty license plates for Disneyland fans, we finish our conversation with Haley Clair and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Magic Key holders are preparing for a digital showdown as pre-sale tickets for the 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash are set to go live next month. For those with an Inspire Key, tickets go on sale on June 16th, with all other Key Holders having access to the pre-sale on June 17th. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/magic-key-oogie-boogie-bash-pre-sale-2026/ An update to Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin has left some fans in a whirl, as the ride's iconic interactive spinning feature has been permanently disabled following its latest refurbishment. While the steering wheels remain in the vehicles as props, Disneyland officials confirm that spinning is now automated at specific intervals to increase ride reliability and reduce frequent mechanical downtime. The removal of the manual spinning mechanism has allowed the attraction to officially offer lap-sitting for the first time, accommodating more of the park's youngest guests. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/roger-rabbit-car-toon-spin-changes/ https://www.micechat.com/435656-disneyland-update-autopia-sparks-star-wars-snarls-summer-starts/ Disneyland just celebrated their “Week of Wishes”, an annual celebration of their 45 year partnership with Make a Wish. Well the celebration continues! Make a Wish and Charitybuzz have a fundraiser sweepstakes where fans donations to Make a Wish and enter for a chance to win a VIP weekends that includes a vacation to Disneyland and the global premiere of Avengers: Doomsday! – https://www.prizeo.com/sweepstakes/charitybuzz/maw-disney-weekend-2026 California residents may soon be able to show their Disney pride on the open road with the newly announced Disneyland Resort specialty license plates. This magical collaboration between Disney and the California Children's Hospital Association will raise funds for 13 pediatric hospitals across the state, supporting healthcare services and patient programs. The project needs 7,500 pre-orders to move forward, so fans are encouraged to sign the interest form now to help bring this dash of pixie dust to California bumpers. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-license-plate/ A local business, Advantage ColorGraphics, has been the secret force behind Disneyland's iconic park maps for over 40 years. CEO Tom Ling recently shared that while digital apps are rising, the printed guide map remains a vital souvenir and navigation tool, produced by a dedicated local team just miles from the resort. In recognition of this decades-long partnership and their commitment to craftsmanship, Disneyland recently honored the company with a special commemorative shadow box and the prestigious Supplier of the Year award. – https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1649215716389361 SnackChat: Trader Sam's Mixology – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/trader-sams-mixology-seminar-summer-2026/ Discussion Topic: Imagineer and Disney legend Harriet Burns with actress Haley Clair – www.imagineerharriet.com https://www.instagram.com/haley.clair/ https://www.facebook.com/ImagineerHarrietBurns/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Value of Advocacy in Rural Health: A CFO's Perspective Host: Phil Sobol, Chief Commercial Officer at CereCore Guest: Tim Powers, Chief Financial Officer, Idaho Hospital Association Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

We're back for part two with Elizabeth Kutter, vice president and deputy chief counsel at the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, joins us on today's episode of Rural Health Today. Healthcare expenses continue to outpace the cost of living, creating more financial strain for hardworking families across the US. Elizabeth is here to provide her insight as an advocate for healthcare funding in Michigan's state government. We'll talk about Medicaid cuts, state budget priorities, and of course, what it all has to do with rural health.  Follow Rural Health Today on social media! ⁠https://x.com/RuralHealthPod⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665⁠  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! ⁠https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠ ⁠https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠  Follow our guest! ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-kutter-93b02740/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/posts/?feedView=all⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals

Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: Gary L. Roth, DO, “Fact Check: Drug Pricing Savings Are the Lifeline to Community Healthcare Services,” April 30, 2026, https://www.mha.org/newsroom/fact-check-drug-pricing-savings-are-the-lifeline-to-community-healthcare-services/, Michigan Health and Hospital Association.  American Hospital Association, “AHA urges HRSA to act as Eli Lilly threatens 340B discounts over claims data submission policy,” April 27, 2026, https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2026-04-27-aha-urges-hrsa-act-eli-lilly-threatens-340b-discounts-over-claims-data-submission-policy.  American Hospital Association, “Washington Post publishes AHA letter in response to anti-340B editorial,” April 22, 2025, https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2026-04-22-washington-post-publishes-aha-letter-response-anti-340b-editorial. Jennifer Wessel, JD, MPH, “Commercial Insurers' Payments to Hospitals Closer to Medicare Rates in Arkansas Than in Any Other State,” May 15, 2024, https://achi.net/newsroom/commercial-insurers-payments-to-hospitals-closer-to-medicare-rates-in-arkansas-than-in-any-other-state/, Arkansas Center for Health Improvement. Tess Vrbin, “Low reimbursement rates force Arkansas hospitals to scale back services,” April 21, 2026, https://arkansasadvocate.com/2026/04/21/low-reimbursement-rates-force-arkansas-hospitals-to-scale-back-services/, Arkansas Advocate. Rural Health Today is a production of Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan and a member of the Health Podcast Network. Our host is JJ Hodshire, our producer is Kyrsten Newlon, and our audio engineer is Kenji Ulmer. Special thanks to our special guests for sharing their expertise on the show, and also to the Hillsdale Hospital marketing team. If you want to submit a question for us to answer on the podcast or learn more about Rural Health Today, visit ruralhealthtoday.com.

Elizabeth Kutter, vice president and deputy chief counsel at the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, joins us on today's episode of Rural Health Today. Healthcare expenses continue to outpace the cost of living, creating more financial strain for hardworking families across the US. Elizabeth is here to provide her insight as an advocate for healthcare funding in Michigan's state government. We'll talk about Medicaid cuts, state budget priorities, and of course, what it all has to do with rural health.  Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPod https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow our guest! https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-kutter-93b02740/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/posts/?feedView=all https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals

Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: Lunna Lopes Et al., “Cost Concerns and Coverage Changes: A Follow-Up Survey of ACA Marketplace Enrollees,” March 19, 2026, https://www.kff.org/public-opinion/a-follow-up-survey-of-aca-marketplace-enrollees/, KFF Health News. Julie Appleby, “Many ACA Customers Are Paying Higher Premiums. Most Blame Trump and Republicans, Poll Finds.,” March 19, 2026, https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/kff-poll-aca-obamacare-higher-premiums-blame-trump-gop/, KFF Health News. Chartis, “2026 rural health state of the state,” February 10, 2026, https://www.chartis.com/insights/2026-rural-health-state-state.  Reuters, “Stryker says cyberattack on its network contained,” March 17, 2026, https://www.reuters.com/technology/stryker-says-cyberattack-its-network-contained-2026-03-17/.  Ron Southwick, “The Stryker cyberattack and what hospitals should be doing,” March 13, 2026, https://www.chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/the-stryker-cyberattack-and-what-hospitals-should-be-doing, Chief Healthcare Executive. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Measles Cases and Outbreaks,” March 13, 2026, https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html.  Michigan Health & Hospital Association, “Hospitals Help: Mackinac Straits Retail Pharmacy Serves as a Lifeline in Northern Michigan,” March 6, 2026, https://www.mha.org/newsroom/hospitals-help-mackinac-straits-retail-pharmacy-serves-as-a-lifeline-in-northern-michigan/.  Rural Health Today is a production of Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan and a member of the Health Podcast Network. Our host is JJ Hodshire, our producer is Kyrsten Newlon, and our audio engineer is Kenji Ulmer. Special thanks to our special guests for sharing their expertise on the show, and also to the Hillsdale Hospital marketing team. If you want to submit a question for us to answer on the podcast or learn more about Rural Health Today, visit ruralhealthtoday.com.

Rural Health Today is excited to welcome to the show Amy Brown, chief nursing officer at the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. In this episode we'll cover workplace violence in healthcare settings and the impact it has on care teams. Amy will share her perspective on how rural health has been fractured by violent actions against the healthcare staff who are the heart of our hospitals. We'll talk about burnout as a result of workplace violence, resources hospitals can employ, and what it all has to do with rural health. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPod https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow our guest! https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-brown-88324043/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/posts/?feedView=allhttps://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals

What if employers just stopped offering healthcare benefits to their employees? Could that happen? If the astronomical cost of healthcare keeps expanding, some employers will have no choice. That's where our guest this week comes in. Shawn Gremminger is the President and CEO of the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions. His organization works with regional coalitions of employers to help them advance health policy, leverage their collective power, and drive market change. In this episode, we talk about some examples of what that looks like in real time and how things like direct contracting may help employers continue to offer benefits while staying in business.  Known for his wide-ranging policy expertise, and government relations experience, Shawn brings to the National Alliance a successful record of working with coalitions, employers and other healthcare purchasers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders toward the mission of achieving high-quality, affordable, equitable healthcare. He began his career as a lobbyist for the Children's Hospital Association and has since held senior leadership roles at Families USA and America's Essential Hospitals.

Rural Health Today is excited to welcome to the show Ewa Panetta, director of community health impact and engagement at the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Today we're talking about rural health safety nets and what it takes to provide access to healthcare in underserved communities. Ewa will share here perspective of how rural health has been fractured by a lack of resources and adequate reimbursement to hospitals. We'll talk about what's happening to our rural populations, the role hospitals have in their communities, and what it all has to do with rural health Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPodhttps://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow our guest! https://www.linkedin.com/in/ewa-k-panetta-cpps-a637322b/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/posts/?feedView=all https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals

February 26, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick and Lloyd Jackson spoke with Laura Appel, Executive Vice President of Government Relations and Public Policy for the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, about healthcare priorities and challenges in Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Steve Gruber Show | Justice on the Line: Epstein Files, Border Chaos & Midterm Consequences --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:02 – Jason Isaac, CEO of the American Energy Institute. Isaac explains why achieving American energy dominance will require a renewed commitment to nuclear power. He discusses how nuclear energy fits into long-term reliability, affordability, and national security goals. 28:00 – Rob Rene, Founder of QE Strong. Rene breaks down the science behind red light therapy and addresses whether it's a scam or a legitimate health tool. He explains the potential benefits and how listeners can learn more at qestrong.com/gruber using code GRUBER. 38:03 - Monologue 46:57 – Christina Buttons, investigative reporter at the Manhattan Institute. Buttons takes listeners inside Minneapolis's ICE Watch Network and examines how certain protest organizations escalated tensions. She discusses the structure, funding, and impact of activist networks in the city. 57:10 – David Buzzard, Army veteran, two-time Purple Heart recipient, Combat Infantryman, and congressional candidate in North Carolina's 7th District. Buzzard argues that peace talks alone don't stop wars and shares his perspective shaped by firsthand combat experience. He discusses national security and leadership priorities. 1:16:04 - Monologue 1:24:57 – Jim Lee, Senior Vice President of Data Policy and Analytics at the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Lee explains how rising pharmaceutical prices continue to drive up overall healthcare costs. He discusses the impact on hospitals, patients, and insurance premiums. 1:35:00 – Rep. Joe Aragona, representing Michigan's 60th District in Clinton Township. Aragona outlines a bipartisan legislative plan aimed at lowering housing costs. He discusses how regulatory reform and targeted policy changes could improve affordability. 1:43:46 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses a viral video of a grandmother who lost her grandson to violence and voiced support for tougher crime policies. The conversation also covers school choice, affordability, and the political issues likely to shape upcoming midterm elections. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... The First Episode is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/LcYYLfQWCY0

In this episode, recorded live at the Becker's 13th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, discusses the push for fair and sustainable funding, evolving cybersecurity efforts across hospitals, and how leaders are navigating today's financial pressures with resilience and strategy.In collaboration with R1.

This week on Newsmakers: Rhode Island Foundation President and CEO David Cicilline discusses his push for an overhaul of the state's K-12 funding formula; then, Hospital Association of RI President Michael Sroczynski on the future of Roger Williams and Fatima plus broader challenges facing the sector.

From emergency rooms to board rooms, systems of healthcare rely on credible and continuous data. In this episode, Jim Lee, Senior Vice President of Data Policy and Analytics at the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, will provide valuable insight into how data is linked to patient care and policy. We'll talk about AI, advocacy, and of course, what it all has to do with rural health.  Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPodhttps://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow Jim Lee on social media! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-lee-9a9ba62  Follow MHA on social media! https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/posts/?feedView=all https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals

A.J. Wilhemi, President and CEO of the Illinois Health and Hospital Association, talks about the impact of the Affordable Care Act on Illinois health care, the system's dependence on federal programs like Medicare and Medicaid, the shortage of health care workers, how immigration impacts health care staffing, rural health care, the increasing roles of technology and AI, and much more.

How can hospitals in rural and underserved communities innovate, stay open, and thrive amid financial pressures and changing healthcare demands? And how can associations serve as the glue that binds competitors together for a common purpose?In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda interviews Richard Roberson, President and CEO of the Mississippi Hospital Association (MHA). Richard discusses:MHA's nearly 100-year history of serving a diverse mix of public, private, religious, and rural hospitals across Mississippi.How MHA helps connect members to collaborate on shared challenges.MHA's powerful advocacy work at the state and federal levels to support hospitals and ensure they are heard by legislators and agency leaders.The launch and impact of IntelliTrue, a health information exchange platform that improves care coordination, reduces readmissions, and helps avoid unnecessary healthcare costs.How IntelliTrue connects hospitals, physicians, FQHCs, insurers, and mental health centers, providing clinical data that enables better patient care.The innovation behind TrueCare, a provider-owned Medicaid health plan formed by MHA members to improve care and reduce friction between hospitals and payers.How TrueCare is governed by a consortium of large and small hospitals and currently serves 100,000 Medicaid recipients.The power of storytelling and how MHA collects stories through affinity groups, hospital visits, and direct community engagement to humanize healthcare policy.Mississippi's distinction of having the lowest hospital costs in the country: a positive for patients but a challenge for hospital sustainability.Richard's vision for the next five years: improved patient outcomes through reduced ER visits and better coordination between providers, supported by a stable policy and payment environment.References:MHA WebsiteIntelliTrueTrueCare Website

Texas Hospital Association CEO John Hawkins joins Brad Swail to break down the toughest challenges facing health care in Texas — from rural hospital closures and workforce shortages to Medicare policy, uninsured rates, and the future of federal funding. Hawkins explains how geography, payer mix, population growth, and administrative burdens are reshaping the system, and outlines the state and federal solutions that could stabilize care for millions of Texans. A must-listen for anyone tracking Texas policy, health care access, or the future of hospitals in fast-growing states. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@TexasTalks

Chris Holman welcomes back Laura Appel, Executive Vice President of Government Relations and Public Policy, MHA, (Michigan Health and Hospital Association), Okemos, MI. Welcome back Laura, remind the Michigan business community about MHA? The MHA 2025 Community Impact Report came out yesterday, Can you start by briefly overviewing what's in this report? What does $4.5 billion in community benefit activities include? How does this work impact Michigan communities from an economic standpoint? What are the big takeaways you hope folks walk away with from this report? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Report: Access, Affordability & Community Health Improved by Hospital Programming, Investments November 17, 2025 Member News, News Releases 2025 MHA Community Impact Report The Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA), Monday released its 2025 Community Impact Report highlighting community programming and investments from Michigan hospitals that are improving access to care, addressing affordability and advancing the health of communities across every region of the state. The report showcases 12 hospital-led programs that go beyond the traditional care setting to address community health needs across the state. It also outlines investments totaling more than $4.5 billion in community benefit activities in fiscal year (FY) 2023, from education and prevention services to clinical research, healthcare workforce support and more. “Michigan hospitals continue to redefine care delivery and create new, innovative access points across the state,” said MHA CEO Brian Peters. “The MHA Community Impact Report is a strong reminder that our hospitals are committed to listening – and responding – to the needs of their communities.” Programs featured in the report include University of Michigan Health-Sparrow's mobile health clinic; Henry Ford Health's hospital-based doula program; Corewell Health Gerber Hospital's vaping cessation initiative; Mackinac Straits Health System's retail pharmacy; and efforts by Bronson Battle Creek Hospital to address food insecurity; among many others. This work is a result of strategic investments, local partnerships and support from state and federal healthcare champions. “Improving community health goes beyond the bedside,” said MHA Board Chair Bill Manns, president and CEO, Bronson Healthcare. “When we invest in programs that address socioeconomic challenges like food insecurity, we're helping people overcome the barriers that stand between them and a healthier life.” The full report and community impact stories from hospitals across the state can be accessed on the MHA website. Based in Greater Lansing, the MHA is the statewide leader representing all community hospitals in Michigan. Established in 1919, the MHA represents the interests of its member hospitals and health systems in both the legislative and regulatory arenas on key issues and supports their efforts to provide quality, cost-effective and accessible care. The MHA's mission is to advance the health of individuals and communities.

In this episode of Elevate Care, Amy Brown shares her extensive journey in nursing, from her experiences as a chief nursing officer during the pandemic to her current role at the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. She discusses the critical issues of workplace violence, improving maternal health quality, and empowering nurses to advocate for policy changes. The conversation also explores the evolving role of technology in nursing and the importance of nurse engagement in advocacy at both local and federal levels.Chapters00:00 – Amy Brown's Journey in Nursing02:59 – The Role of Keystone Center in Healthcare06:00 – Addressing Workplace Violence in Healthcare09:00 – Quality Initiatives in Maternal Health12:02 – Empowering Nurses to Advocate for Change15:14 – The Future of Nursing and Technology18:10 – Navigating Policy and Advocacy as NursesAbout Amy Brown: Amy Brown is a seasoned nursing leader with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. As the Chief Nursing Officer for the Michigan Health and Hospital Association (MHA), she focuses on improving patient and caregiver safety, addressing workplace violence, and empowering nurses to advocate for policy changes. Amy's career spans roles as a bedside nurse, educator, manager, and director, culminating in her leadership as a chief nursing officer during the global pandemic. At MHA, she collaborates with healthcare leaders to drive quality improvement initiatives, particularly in maternal health, and champions the integration of technology to enhance care delivery. Passionate about nurse empowerment and advocacy, Amy is dedicated to creating a safer, more equitable healthcare system for patients and providers alike. Sponsors: We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Learn how AMN Healthcare's workforce flexibility technology helps health systems cut costs and improve efficiency. Click here to explore the case study and discover smarter ways to manage your resources!Discover how WorkWise is redefining workforce management for healthcare. Visit workwise.amnhealthcare.com to learn more.About The Show: Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Learn more about the show here. Connect with Our Hosts:Kerry on LinkedInNishan on LinkedInLiz on LinkedIn Find Us On:WebsiteYouTubeSpotifyAppleInstagramLinkedInXFacebook Powered by AMN Healthcare Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rural Health News is a weekly segment of Rural Health Today, a podcast by Hillsdale Hospital. News sources for this episode: National Rural Health Association, “340B Drug Pricing Program & Pharmacy,” https://www.ruralhealth.us/advocacy/advocacy-priority-areas/340b-drug-pricing-program National Rural Health Association, “Rural 340B: NRHA Factsheet and Talking Points,” https://www.ruralhealth.us/nationalruralhealth/media/documents/advocacy/2025/rural-340b.pdf Michigan Health & Hospital Association, “340B Drug Discount Program.” https://www.mha.org/issues-advocacy/federal-issues/340b/ American Hospital Association, “Fact Sheet: The 340B Drug Pricing Program,” October 2025, https://www.aha.org/fact-sheets/fact-sheet-340b-drug-pricing-program Rural Health Today is a production of Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan and a member of the Health Podcast Network. Our host is JJ Hodshire, our producer is Kyrsten Newlon, and our audio engineer is Kenji Ulmer. Special thanks to our special guests for sharing their expertise on the show, and also to the Hillsdale Hospital marketing team. If you want to submit a question for us to answer on the podcast or learn more about Rural Health Today, visit ruralhealthtoday.com.

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Chris Holman speaks with Brian Peters, CEO, MHA (Michigan Health & Hospital Association, from Media Row, at the Grand Hotel, while at the 2025 Mackinac Policy Conference. » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

In this special "In the Spotlight" edition of the podcast Mayor Mims talks with Sarah Hackenbracht, President & CEO of the Greater Dayton Area Hospital Association (GDAHA), about health care, behavioral health and violence reduction.

Looking Ahead with Bill Manns, Bronson Healthcare by Michigan Health & Hospital Association

Welcome back to Rural Health Summit! In this season, we're sitting down with a series of guests at a statewide annual summit meeting, where many healthcare executives and leaders across the state meet to review the last year and collaborate for the next. In each episode, JJ will ask the guest to give us an update on their hospital or healthcare organization and touch base, so to speak, on the healthcare issues they see as most pressing in their corner of rural health. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! ⁠⁠https://x.com/RuralHealthPod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665⁠⁠  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠⁠ 

Welcome back to Rural Health Summit! In this season, we're sitting down with a series of guests at a statewide annual summit meeting, where many healthcare executives and leaders across the state meet to review the last year and collaborate for the next. In each episode, JJ will ask the guest to give us an update on their hospital or healthcare organization and touch base, so to speak, on the healthcare issues they see as most pressing in their corner of rural health. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! ⁠⁠https://x.com/RuralHealthPod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665⁠⁠  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠⁠ 

In the Williams Broadcasting Studio join John and special guest Steven Michaud President of the Maine Hospital Association on the weeks Bottom Line!

Today, we're back with Brian Peters on how hospitals should participate in advocacy. Rural Health Today is a production of Hillsdale Hospital in Hillsdale, Michigan and a member of the Health Podcast Network. Our host is JJ Hodshire, our producer is Kyrsten Newlon, and our audio engineer is Kenji Ulmer. Special thanks to the Hillsdale Hospital marketing team. If you want to submit a question for us to answer on the podcast or learn more about Rural Health Today, visit ⁠⁠ruralhealthtoday.com⁠⁠. Follow Rural Health Today on social media! ⁠https://x.com/RuralHealthPod⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665⁠  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! ⁠https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠ ⁠https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/⁠  Follow our guest on social media! Brian Peters ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-peters-bb7b942/⁠  Michigan Health & Hospital Association ⁠https://www.mha.org/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals/#⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mihospitalassoc/⁠ 

This is part two of our conversation with Brian Peters! In this episode, host JJ Hodshire is discussing rural health with Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. They talk about what it means to lead an association in equipping hospitals and healthcare organizations to serve their communities. Topics include current healthcare challenges, overcoming obstacles and of course, what it all has to do with rural health.  Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPod https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow our guest on social media! Brian Peters https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-peters-bb7b942/  Michigan Health & Hospital Association https://www.mha.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/ https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals/# https://www.instagram.com/mihospitalassoc/ 

This episode has two parts! In part one, host JJ Hodshire is discussing rural health with Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. They talk about what it means to lead an association in equipping hospitals and healthcare organizations to serve their communities. Topics include current healthcare challenges, overcoming obstacles and of course, what it all has to do with rural health.  Follow Rural Health Today on social media! https://x.com/RuralHealthPod https://www.youtube.com/@ruralhealthtoday7665  Follow Hillsdale Hospital on social media! https://www.facebook.com/hillsdalehospital/ https://www.twitter.com/hillsdalehosp/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hillsdale-community-health-center/ https://www.instagram.com/hillsdalehospital/  Follow our guest on social media! Brian Peters https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-peters-bb7b942/  Michigan Health & Hospital Association https://www.mha.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/michiganhospitals/ https://www.facebook.com/MichiganHospitals/# https://www.instagram.com/mihospitalassoc/ 

In this episode, Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, joins Scott Becker to share how strong relationships, steadfast advocacy, and values-driven leadership have helped unite every hospital in the state under one organization. From navigating Medicaid policy to building lasting networks, Brian offers lessons for emerging leaders and insights on the future of healthcare.

This is a guest podcast from our good friends at the Health Association of Southern California. Our friend and longtime sponsor Gerry Blass speaks with Hospital Association of Southern California's (HASC) Adam Blackstone about governance, risk and compliance (GRC) in health care. With decades of experience in information technology, Blass shares how privacy and security risks have spiraled over time.

Oregon hospitals are “on the brink” according to a recent Oregon Hospital Association report. Half of them are losing money on operations, and more than two-thirds say they don’t have the resources to keep up with patient care. The data is from 2024, and anticipated federal cuts to Medicaid make the outlook even worse. Becky Hultberg, the President and CEO of the Hospital Association of Oregon, said in the report that if the trends continue or worsen, the state will see “a cascade of service closures, hospital consolidations or hospital closures.” Hultberg also said, “Oregon already has the second fewest hospital beds per capita. We can’t afford to lose these beds.” Hultberg joins us to tell  us more about some of the interrelated and complex factors that have led to this state of affairs, and what she sees as possible solutions.

On this week's interview Paul sits down with Troy Clark. Troy is head of the New Mexico Hospital Association which represents most hospitals throughout New Mexico. They discuss how hospitals are set up in New Mexico (government, non-profit, and for-profit), but quickly turn to the legislative session and the Gov.'s signing of a bill directly (negatively) impacting hospitals. Finally, the conversation broadens out to the health care provider shortage and what can and should be done to address it. 

Howard Dulude, Interim President, Hospital Association of Rhode Island joins the show to discuss the closure of Anchor Medical, which will cause some 25,000 Rhode Islanders to lose their primary care physician, and how the closure fits into the broader issue of the state's healthcare crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michigan is in the lowest 10 percent nationally when it comes to state psychiatric hospital beds, confirms the state's health department.   Lauren LaPine of the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, Connie O'Malley of the University of Michigan and Republican State Rep. Greg VanWoerkom – chair of the House's Medicaid and Behavioral Health appropriations subcommittee – talk about the impacts of behavioral health management on the state. They contemplate what is the government's role in keeping behavioral health patients out of already busy emergency departments (6:00).  MIRS podcast host Samantha Shriber opens this edition with a quick update on Michigan politics and policy news (1:13). 

In this episode, Carrie Kroll, Senior VP of Advocacy & Public Policy, and Anna Stelter, VP of Policy at the Texas Hospital Association, discuss the potential impact of federal Medicaid cuts, healthcare funding challenges, and policy shifts affecting Texas hospitals. They share insights on how proposed changes could reshape hospital operations, access to care, and the economic stability of communities across the state.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker's Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, features Imtiaz Daniel, Chief Innovation and Transformation Officer at the Ontario Hospital Association. He discusses the role of AI, digital health, and automation in addressing rising healthcare demands, financial sustainability, and provider burnout.

On the gift of childlike faith, guarding your mind and the crucial connection between your well-being and your success. (0:00) - Introduction (2:50) - Chaz's Journey to Writing the Book (5:40) - Guard Your Mind and Meditation (12:09) - Self-Talk and Affirmations (16:13) - Work toward ascension and childlike faith (21:58) - Success and Self-Care (26:33) - Conclusion and Call to Action Chazz Scott is an author, speaker, mindset and resilience coach. He is the founder of Supra Mentem, a consulting firm specializing in training leaders in peak performance, well-being, and sustainable success. His clients include the D.C. Hospital Association, the Maryland Association of Election Officials, and the U.S. Black Chamber of Commerce. Chazz is the Executive Director of Positively Caviar, Inc., a nonprofit focused on using optimism to build resilience and disrupt youth mental health stigmas. He lives with his wife in the Washington D.C. area. Chazz is the author of his latest book, Success Starts Within: Achieve Your Potential Through Radical Self-Care, which seeks to bridge the gap between wellness and accomplishment by illuminating a simple principle: our outward success is only as viable as our inner well-being. On Amazon: https://amzn.to/3TpQvvY

Rhode Island's largest hospital group, Lifespan, changed its name last June to Brown University Health. The name change and related agreements were billed as a way to improve patient care, medical education and biomedical research in the state. But making headway against Rhode Island's healthcare challenges is more difficult than changing a name. The state suffers from a lack of primary care doctors. Reimbursement rates for Medicaid and Medicare are lower than in neighboring states, putting Rhode Island at a competitive disadvantage. And the Hospital Association of Rhode Island advocacy group warns that Governor Dan McKee's recent budget proposal would hurt hospitals and the patients who rely on them. As president/CEO of Brown University Health, John Fernandez is on the frontline of facing these issues. So can Rhode Island improve healthcare while reducing costs? What is the answer for the state's medical reimbursement problem? And how is the financial outlook for the state's top two hospital groups? This week on Political Roundtable, I'm going in-depth with president/CEO of Brown University Health John Fernandez.

In this episode, Matt Cook, CEO of the Children's Hospital Association, discusses the vital role children's hospitals play as safety nets and hubs for innovation. He highlights priorities like addressing workforce challenges, supporting Medicaid, and tackling the youth mental health crisis while navigating a shifting policy landscape.

Charity is on a lot of our minds this time of year, and hospitals throughout Wisconsin thought it was perfect time to brag about their supposed largess. The Hospital Association just released a report about all the charity that non-profit hospitals are doing and claimed things like that don't happen in the free market. Too bad for them, the MacIver Institute, Wisconsin's premiere free market think tank, saw that report, and decided to look into that claim. We quickly found multiple academic studies from places like Harvard and John Hopkins that show for-profit hospitals actually provide more charity care than non-profits both in Wisconsin and across the country. Also, according to the IRS, non-profits are required by law to provide that care. True charity doesn't come from government compulsion. It has to be given freely, and the only place you'll find the conditions to do that is in the free market.

In this episode, recorded live at the Becker's Healthcare 12th Annual CEO + CFO Roundtable, Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, discusses the evolving challenges and opportunities in healthcare. He covers topics such as cybersecurity, the role of AI, workforce issues, and the importance of community partnerships to address health equity.In collaboration with R1.

Richard Roberson, president and CEO of the Mississippi Hospital Association, tells Mississippi Today's Bobby Harrison and Geoff Pender a new Trump administration would likely approve Mississippi Medicaid expansion work requirements. He says revamping the state's certificate of need laws is likely to be a major issue before lawmakers, and he discusses a new alliance of hospitals that left the MHA and formed a new organization.

What happens when you combine the insights of a seasoned healthcare executive with pressing issues in U.S. healthcare policy? Join us as Brian Peters, CEO of the Michigan Hospital Association, breaks down the complexities of the Affordable Care Act, the impact of Medicaid provider taxes, and the evolving landscape of healthcare as we approach a crucial election season. Discover how Michigan's innovative policies, like allowing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to work independently, are transforming access to care, particularly in rural areas.Curious about the future of telemedicine and hospital-at-home programs post-COVID? We explore their rapid expansion and the critical public policies needed to support them. Brian shines a light on the importance of adequate reimbursement and the necessity of widespread broadband access to make telehealth viable. We also delve into the often-overlooked role of grassroots advocacy, highlighting tools like the Michigan Health and Hospital Association's MyCareChampion page to keep you informed and engaged in healthcare priorities.Dive into a discussion on Medicare and private insurance, where we tackle the growing influence of Medicare Advantage plans and the need for policies that prioritize patient care. Brian shares his thoughts on the effectiveness of the Medicare Part D program and the vital 340B prescription drug program. We wrap up with a look at recent policy changes, including capping insulin prices and allowing Medicare to negotiate drug prices, emphasizing the importance of accessible, high-quality healthcare for all. Don't miss this episode packed with actionable insights and policy analysis from one of healthcare's leading voices.Support the Show.Engage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!