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  34. <title>MPCA Takes First Step in Collaborative EHR Project &#8211; Opportunity to Join Steering Committee</title>
  35. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/mpca-takes-first-step-in-collaborative-ehr-project-opportunity-to-join-steering-committee/</link>
  37. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  38. <pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 14:47:31 +0000</pubDate>
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  42. <description><![CDATA[As part of MPCA&#8217;s strategic plan, member organizations came together to support the exploration of a collaboratively selected and supported electronic health record (EHR) and revenue cycle technology ecosystem. The goal of the exploration is to identify a strategic EHR partner to negotiate more sustainable product pricing and position for stronger vendor support, increase available<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/mpca-takes-first-step-in-collaborative-ehr-project-opportunity-to-join-steering-committee/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  43. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As part of MPCA&#8217;s strategic plan, member organizations came together to support the exploration of a collaboratively selected and supported electronic health record (EHR) and revenue cycle technology ecosystem. The goal of the exploration is to identify a strategic EHR partner to negotiate more sustainable product pricing and position for stronger vendor support, increase available EHR resources and in-state assistance, and improve EHR-related sharing between health centers.</p>
  44. <p>MPCA has developed an exploratory process that will first identify member priorities for the collaborative EHR, second leverage an early request for information to define possible EHR partners, and third utilize a formal request for proposal to narrow those possible partners to a final selection. We&#8217;re aiming to conclude the exploration and selection phase by January 2025 and subsequently move into the implementation phase. Throughout the process, there will be four formal opportunities for all members to participate in the exploratory and selection efforts including as part of the final selection (in addition to a variety of less formal updates and discussions along the way).</p>
  45. <p>Today, we&#8217;re opening an opportunity to serve on the steering committee for the exploration and selection phase of the project. We&#8217;re hoping to recruit a group of representatives from MPCA member organizations to guide this work as it moves forward!</p>
  46. <p>Those interested in joining the steering committee will be asked to commit to the following:</p>
  47. <ul>
  48. <li>Join an initial steering committee meeting on Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 10:00 – 11:30 AM</li>
  49. <li>Participate in monthly committee meetings on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 10:00 –  11:30 AM from June to December 2024</li>
  50. <li>Participate in 4 full membership engagement sessions designed to keep all members apprised of the apprised of the status of the exploratory and selection phase and offer opportunities for all members to weigh in (May, July, September, November)</li>
  51. <li>Conduct detailed review and comment on the following key documents that will be used in the pursuit of this procurement:
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  53. <li>Health Center Environmental Scan / Priority Identification Survey (Late May, Early June)</li>
  54. <li>Request for Information (Late June)</li>
  55. <li>Priority Matrix for Scoring / Selection (Mid to Late July)</li>
  56. <li>Request for Proposal (Early August)</li>
  57. </ul>
  58. </li>
  59. <li>Review vendor responses to the RFI (August) and RFP (October) and provide feedback according to committee-established scoring and selection tools</li>
  60. <li>Attend and participate in face-to-face meetings with final selected vendors and validation of scoring to identify proposed vendors (2 days in October or November)</li>
  61. </ul>
  62. <p>MPCA is looking to incorporate many perspectives in the steering committee, from organizational leaders to staff from a variety of backgrounds who are daily users of EHR and revenue cycle technologies. The committee will include 15 people who are broadly representative of all members in terms of organization size, geography, current technologies used, and more. (Committee participation will be limited to one representative from each member organization to ensure as many organizations as possible can serve.)</p>
  63. <p>If you are interested in serving on the Steering Committee (or know someone who would make a good addition to the committee),<strong> <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fforms.office.com%2Fr%2FHjhGFDfFVa&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cllabenne%40mpca.net%7C0c0a9af1886348fe110608dc5edebc25%7Cb0742aa378b24a8ba4c26df6b9965505%7C0%7C0%7C638489557940753466%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=y6rcOlbumNgkrYltIB0SbKXeLnJb3asV%2BbBb3LDM5b0%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable">please submit an application</a> by COB on May 3, 2024. </strong></p>
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  70. <title>Cherry Health partners with Woda Cooper Companies to develop 56-unit affordable housing community with 20 units reserved for people battling homelessness</title>
  71. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/cherry-health-partners-with-woda-cooper-companies-to-develop-56-unit-affordable-housing-community-with-20-units-reserved-for-people-battling-homelessness/</link>
  73. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  74. <pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:38:45 +0000</pubDate>
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  79. <description><![CDATA[Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. (Woda Cooper) and Cherry Health are pleased to announce that Michigan State Housing Development Authority has awarded housing tax credits to Shea Ravines, a new $18.2 million 56-unit affordable housing community with 20 Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) units in Wyoming, Michigan. Woda Cooper has developed 41 affordable communities in Michigan since<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/cherry-health-partners-with-woda-cooper-companies-to-develop-56-unit-affordable-housing-community-with-20-units-reserved-for-people-battling-homelessness/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  80. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. (Woda Cooper) and Cherry Health are pleased to announce that Michigan State Housing Development Authority has awarded housing tax credits to Shea Ravines, a new $18.2 million 56-unit affordable housing community with 20 Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) units in Wyoming, Michigan. Woda Cooper has developed 41 affordable communities in Michigan since 2005 with this being the first development in partnership with Cherry Health. Shea Ravines is located at 2929 Burlingame Avenue SW, adjacent to Cherry Health’s Wyoming Community Health Center.</p>
  81. <p>“Housing instability is a critical social determinant of health,” said Tasha Blackmon, President and CEO, Cherry Health, Heart of the City Health Center. “Shea Ravines will offer an option for people who have struggled to find suitable affordable housing, including some of the most vulnerable and cost-burdened individuals and families in our community.”</p>
  82. <p>The neighborhood surrounding Shea Ravines offers excellent access to a host of community businesses and amenities via walking, biking or driving. Within just a short distance, there are many employment opportunities, retail stores and restaurants, the high school and ball fields, churches, parks, and other community amenities.</p>
  83. <p>Read the full release <a href="https://www.mpca.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Shea-Ravines-News-Release-041524.pdf">here.</a></p>
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  90. <title>Call for Presenters &#124; 2024 Health Information Technology (HIT) Conference</title>
  91. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/call-for-presenters-2024-health-information-technology-hit-conference/</link>
  93. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  94. <pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:47:43 +0000</pubDate>
  95. <category><![CDATA[MPCA News]]></category>
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  98. <description><![CDATA[The Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA) is currently planning our 2024 HIT Conference. The conference will be held in-person Wednesday, June 26th, 2024, at the Henry Center in East Lansing and will focus on health information tools and technologies that enhance the patient experience, support UDS modernization, drive virtual care, and improve access. The target<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/call-for-presenters-2024-health-information-technology-hit-conference/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  99. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Michigan Primary Care Association (MPCA) is currently planning our 2024 HIT Conference. The conference will be held in-person Wednesday, June 26th, 2024, at the Henry Center in East Lansing and will focus on health information tools and technologies that enhance the patient experience, support UDS modernization, drive virtual care, and improve access.</p>
  100. <p>The target audiences for this conference include:</p>
  101. <ul>
  102. <li>Clinicians (MD, DO, NP, PA, DDS, PharmD)</li>
  103. <li>Clinical Leadership (CMOs, Clinic Directors)</li>
  104. <li>Quality Improvement and Information Technology Staff</li>
  105. <li>Clinical and Non-clinical Support Staff (Care Managers, Medical Assistants, CHWs, Nurses, Behavioral Health Providers, Dental Assistants, etc.)</li>
  106. </ul>
  107. <p>Proposals are solicited for 60–90-minute presentations that are interactive, creative, dynamic, and showcase best practices around population health tools and technologies that include the people and processes needed for success. Presentations should provide attendees with educational value and refrain from promoting a specific business, product, or service.</p>
  108. <p>We are seeking presenters equipped to lead sessions that demonstrate excellence in utilizing the following tools to enable success in achieving value-based contracting goals:</p>
  109. <ul>
  110. <li>Population Health</li>
  111. <li>Patient Outreach and Engagement Platforms</li>
  112. <li>Virtual Care (i.e. RPM, telehealth, genAI, other digital health tools)</li>
  113. <li>Value-Based Care</li>
  114. <li>HIT Privacy and Security (cybersecurity)</li>
  115. <li>EHR/EDR Optimization (including UDS+)</li>
  116. <li>Interoperability (i.e. HIE, CIE, SDOH data integration)</li>
  117. </ul>
  118. <p>Interested parties should complete the linked form no later than Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Notifications will be sent to selected presenters by <strong>Monday, May 6, 2024.</strong></p>
  119. <p><a href="https://forms.office.com/r/snc2MWtY66">Apply Now.</a></p>
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  126. <title>Toney: Create more educational opportunities for dental therapists</title>
  127. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/toney-create-more-educational-opportunities-for-dental-therapists/</link>
  129. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  130. <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:41:58 +0000</pubDate>
  131. <category><![CDATA[Health Centers in the News]]></category>
  132. <category><![CDATA[MPCA News]]></category>
  133. <category><![CDATA[State and National News]]></category>
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  135.  
  136. <description><![CDATA[Jamie Toney, a recipient of the MPCA Dental Therapy Scholarship, pens a thoughtful op-ed for Detroit News. She highlights the lack of diversity in the dental field, how this affects access to care. She shares her own story, how she had to leave Michigan to study Dental Therapy at Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon,<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/toney-create-more-educational-opportunities-for-dental-therapists/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  137. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jamie Toney, a recipient of the MPCA Dental Therapy Scholarship, pens a thoughtful op-ed for Detroit News. She highlights the lack of diversity in the dental field, how this affects access to care. She shares her own story, how she had to leave Michigan to study Dental Therapy at Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon, Washington and how she hopes this changes for future dental therapists.</p>
  138. <p>Read the full article here: <a href="https://www.mpca.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Toney_-Create-more-educational-opportunities-for-dental-therapists.pdf">https://www.mpca.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Toney_-Create-more-educational-opportunities-for-dental-therapists.pdf</a></p>
  139. <p>If you&#8217;re interested in pursuing a dental therapy career, the MPCA Dental Therapy Scholarship is accepting applications until April 19, 2024. Apply now: <a href="https://www.mpca.net/about/dental-therapy-scholarship/">https://www.mpca.net/about/dental-therapy-scholarship/</a></p>
  140. <p>Photo source: <a href="https://www.americandentaltherapyassociation.org/index.php?option=com_dailyplanetblog&amp;view=entry&amp;year=2024&amp;month=01&amp;day=17&amp;id=32:michigan-resident-relocates-to-washington-state-to-attain-dental-therapy-education&amp;fbclid=IwAR09uuNvprjzaTpgJ7DZ7IKvj7QTSCq3aMIT1RmrhkRiN4I16sWTSmLe2XM_aem_AbTi9-5k78AYFc7qsA40FKU51tFvblfEvHGM88pu-eh9x_lZZVoC7sRMOR506DJ0jE8BKgAkzHEcGIpqi5qqiqdd">American Dental Association</a></p>
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  147. <title>March is Kidney Month for Kidney Disease Awareness</title>
  148. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/march-is-kidney-month-for-kidney/</link>
  150. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  151. <pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:01:45 +0000</pubDate>
  152. <category><![CDATA[MPCA News]]></category>
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  154.  
  155. <description><![CDATA[March is Kidney Month, and the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) is on a mission to raise awareness about kidney disease and the risks associated with it. Did you know that over a million Michigan adults have chronic kidney disease, and most don’t know it? The &#8220;Are You The 33%?&#8221; campaign aims to shed<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/march-is-kidney-month-for-kidney/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  156. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>March is Kidney Month, and the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) is on a mission to raise awareness about kidney disease and the risks associated with it. Did you know that over a million Michigan adults have chronic kidney disease, and most don’t know it?</p>
  157. <p>The &#8220;Are You The 33%?&#8221; campaign aims to shed light on the fact that 33% of adults in the United States are at risk for kidney disease – that&#8217;s 1 in every 3 people. Early detection is crucial.</p>
  158. <p>Here are some ways to act now:<br />
  159. 1. Visit NKFM’s <a href="https://nkfm.org/conditions/kidney-disease/">Kidney Disease</a> page to learn more about the risks and facts.<br />
  160. 2. Take the <a href="https://www.kidney.org/kidney-quiz/?utm_source=organic&amp;utm_medium=feild&amp;utm_campaign=kidney-quiz_michigan_conversion">Kidney Risk quiz</a> to find out if you are in the 33%.<br />
  161. 3. Share your quiz results with your doctor and ask about getting tested with a simple urine and blood test.<br />
  162. 4. Spread the word to family and friends.</p>
  163. <p>Together, we can make a difference! Knowledge is power, and early detection can save lives.<br />
  164. Check out updated resources and learn more about how you can contribute to this important cause at <a href="http://nkfm.org/areyouthe33">nkfm.org/areyouthe33</a>.</p>
  165. <p>Thank you for joining us in the fight against kidney disease!</p>
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  172. <title>MPCA Endorsed Business Partner Voyce Offers Discounted Pricing on Best-In-Class Interpretation Services</title>
  173. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/mpca-endorsed-business-partner-voyce-offers-discounted-pricing-on-best-in-class-interpretation-services/</link>
  175. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  176. <pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:15:50 +0000</pubDate>
  177. <category><![CDATA[MPCA News]]></category>
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  179.  
  180. <description><![CDATA[The Michigan Primary Care Association has established group purchasing arrangements with our endorsed business partners for the benefit of our member health centers. Our endorsed business partner Voyce offers MPCA members discounted pricing for best-in-class on-demand audio and video interpretation services that are accessible from virtually any device connected to the internet–phone, tablet, laptop, etc.–and<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/mpca-endorsed-business-partner-voyce-offers-discounted-pricing-on-best-in-class-interpretation-services/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  181. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Michigan Primary Care Association has established group purchasing arrangements with our endorsed business partners for the benefit of our member health centers. Our endorsed business partner Voyce offers MPCA members discounted pricing for best-in-class on-demand audio and video interpretation services that are accessible from virtually any device connected to the internet–phone, tablet, laptop, etc.–and can even integrate directly with some practice management systems.</p>
  182. <p>Voyce recently published a case study on Cherry Health’s implementation of their interpretation services. In an effort to remove barriers, expand access, and deliver comprehensive quality healthcare services to underserved communities in Michigan, Cherry Health launched the service in 10 units, including the emergency department. Feedback collected during the pilot was overwhelmingly positive from all users involved and identified no significant barriers. Cherry Health chose to move forward with full implementation of Voyce technology in all 80 units at 21 locations across Michigan.</p>
  183. <p>Voyce will soon be rolling out a website update that will have a landing page built specifically for health centers. If you’re interested in implementing Voyce in your health center you can find their contact information here: <a href="https://www.mpca.net/services-and-partnerships/group-purchasing-and-member-discounts/">https://www.mpca.net/services-and-partnerships/group-purchasing-and-member-discounts/</a></p>
  184. <p>Read the full case study here: <a href="https://web.voyceglobal.com/casestudy/on-demand-interpretation-at-cherry-health-michigans-largest-fqhc">https://web.voyceglobal.com/casestudy/on-demand-interpretation-at-cherry-health-michigans-largest-fqhc</a></p>
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  191. <title>Hamilton Community Health receives nearly $2 million in funding for healthcare expansion in Michigan</title>
  192. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/hamilton-community-health-receives-nearly-2-million-in-funding-for-healthcare-expansion-in-michigan/</link>
  194. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  195. <pubDate>Fri, 09 Feb 2024 15:55:10 +0000</pubDate>
  196. <category><![CDATA[Health Centers in the News]]></category>
  197. <category><![CDATA[MPCA News]]></category>
  198. <category><![CDATA[State and National News]]></category>
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  200.  
  201. <description><![CDATA[Congressman Dan Kildee recently announced new federal funding to help ensure all mid-Michigan families have access to high-quality, affordable health care. Two of MPCA&#8217;s member health centers, Great Lakes Bay Health Centers and Hamilton Community Health Network, received funding to continue delivering comprehensive healthcare services to mid-Michigan families. “This funding will have a profound impact<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/hamilton-community-health-receives-nearly-2-million-in-funding-for-healthcare-expansion-in-michigan/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  202. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Congressman Dan Kildee recently announced new federal funding to help ensure all mid-Michigan families have access to high-quality, affordable health care.</p>
  203. <p>Two of MPCA&#8217;s member health centers, Great Lakes Bay Health Centers and Hamilton Community Health Network, received funding to continue delivering comprehensive healthcare services to mid-Michigan families.</p>
  204. <p>“This funding will have a profound impact on Hamilton’s ability to provide accessible health care services to the residents we serve regardless of their ability to pay,” said Clarence R. Pierce, CEO, Hamilton Community Health Network. “Ensuring all residents have access to quality, affordable healthcare services is critical to the health and well-being of our community. We are thankful for Congressman Kildee’s unwavering commitment and support to Community Health Centers, especially those in medically underserved areas.”</p>
  205. <p>Read the full article <a href="https://flintbeat.com/hamilton-community-health-receives-nearly-2-million-in-funding-for-healthcare-expansion-in-michigan/">here.</a></p>
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  212. <title>NACHC Announces CNECT as GPO Partner for New LLC, NACHC Select</title>
  213. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/nachc-announces-cnect-as-gpo-partner-for-new-llc-nachc-select/</link>
  215. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  216. <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:08:45 +0000</pubDate>
  217. <category><![CDATA[MPCA News]]></category>
  218. <category><![CDATA[State and National News]]></category>
  219. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.mpca.net/?p=4905</guid>
  220.  
  221. <description><![CDATA[The National Association of Community Health Centers&#8217; new company NACHC Select will develop relationships with industry leaders to provide savings and other special offers for the high-quality products and services health centers need. NACHC Select has partnered with CNECT to provide community health centers with robust access to group purchasing services. Click here to read<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/nachc-announces-cnect-as-gpo-partner-for-new-llc-nachc-select/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  222. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The National Association of Community Health Centers&#8217; new company NACHC Select will develop relationships with industry leaders to provide savings and other special offers for the high-quality products and services health centers need. NACHC Select has partnered with CNECT to provide community health centers with robust access to group purchasing services.</p>
  223. <p><strong>Click <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nachc.org%2Fnachc-announces-cnect-as-gpo-partner-for-new-llc-nachc-select%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cllabenne%40mpca.net%7C2ed785f5bd2545af38a608dc000110ba%7Cb0742aa378b24a8ba4c26df6b9965505%7C0%7C0%7C638385251831276749%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=eL129Lv7phIKdFE8XwKpU8%2Fu0vf1a9LZt9MJxsHGnKs%3D&amp;reserved=0">here</a> to read the full announcement.</strong></p>
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  230. <title>Urgent: Your Advocacy Needed to Secure Funding for Michigan Health Centers</title>
  231. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/urgent-your-advocacy-needed-to-secure-funding-for-michigan-health-centers/</link>
  233. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  234. <pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 20:18:52 +0000</pubDate>
  235. <category><![CDATA[MPCA News]]></category>
  236. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.mpca.net/?p=4882</guid>
  237.  
  238. <description><![CDATA[Dear Health Center Advocates,  I hope this message finds you well. Our Health Center community is facing a critical funding crisis, and I&#8217;m reaching out to you, our invaluable advocates, for urgent support.  I invite you to watch a brief video message where I explain the current funding challenges and how your advocacy can make<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/urgent-your-advocacy-needed-to-secure-funding-for-michigan-health-centers/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  239. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span data-contrast="auto">Dear Health Center Advocates,</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
  240. <p><span data-contrast="auto">I hope this message finds you well. Our Health Center community is facing a critical funding crisis, and I&#8217;m reaching out to you, our invaluable advocates, for urgent support.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
  241. <p><span data-contrast="auto">I invite you to watch a brief video message where I explain the current funding challenges and how your advocacy can make a significant impact. </span></p>
  242. <p><iframe title="A Message from our CEO" width="1180" height="664" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nbm0uPDlHXg?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
  243. <p><span data-contrast="auto">In this 1-2 minute video, I will provide insights into:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
  244. <ul>
  245. <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The impending federal funding deadline on January 19, 2024.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
  246. <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The potential consequences of a funding lapse on our health center and the communities we serve.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
  247. <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">The bipartisan initiatives supported by MPCA, including the House Lower Costs, More Transparency Act, and the Senate Bipartisan Primary Care and Health Workforce Act.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
  248. <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="6" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Your crucial role in securing long-term funding by using the provided link to contact your Senators and Representative.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></li>
  249. </ul>
  250. <p><span data-contrast="auto">Please take a moment to watch the video and, if you haven&#8217;t already, use this </span><a href="https://mpca.quorum.us/campaign/53637/"><span data-contrast="none">link</span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> to send a pre-written email urging your Senators and Representatives to support our health centers.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
  251. <p><span data-contrast="auto">Your advocacy can truly make a difference in ensuring the continued success of federally qualified health centers and the vital services we provide to our community.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
  252. <p><span data-contrast="auto">Thank you for your commitment and support.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> </span></p>
  253. <p><span data-contrast="auto">Best regards,</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"><br />
  254. </span>Phillip Bergquist | CEO</p>
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  261. <title>Michigan effort puts new doctors in front of poor, underserved patients</title>
  262. <link>https://www.mpca.net/news/michigan-effort-puts-new-doctors-in-front-of-poor-underserved-patients/</link>
  264. <dc:creator><![CDATA[Luke LaBenne]]></dc:creator>
  265. <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 18:15:24 +0000</pubDate>
  266. <category><![CDATA[Health Centers in the News]]></category>
  267. <category><![CDATA[State and National News]]></category>
  268. <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.mpca.net/?p=4828</guid>
  269.  
  270. <description><![CDATA[PONTIAC, MI — Michigan has too few family doctors, limiting access to medical care in a state where residents tend to be older, unhealthier and where not everyone can get the care they need.  Now a solution might be taking shape — at Honor Community Health six doctors-to-be meet to discuss patient care. They are<a class="moretag" href="https://www.mpca.net/news/michigan-effort-puts-new-doctors-in-front-of-poor-underserved-patients/"> ...</a>]]></description>
  271. <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>PONTIAC, MI</strong> — Michigan has too few family doctors, limiting access to medical care in a state where residents tend to be older, unhealthier and where not everyone can get the care they need.  Now a solution might be taking shape — at Honor Community Health six doctors-to-be meet to discuss patient care. They are the first six doctors of 18 that will be trained here over the next few years through an unusual residency program that rotates doctors through Honor Community Health’s network of 21 primary health clinics, 11 school health centers, and a specially-outfitted Ford Transit van that travels around treating homeless patients.</p>
  272. <p>To read the full story, please visit the <a href="https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-health-watch/michigan-effort-puts-new-doctors-front-poor-underserved-patients?utm_source=Bridge+Michigan&amp;utm_campaign=a76925af51-Bridge+Newsletter+11%2F28%2F2023&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_term=0_c64a28dd5a-a76925af51-82990136">Bridge Michigan</a> website.</p>
  273. <p><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-4831 size-large" src="https://www.mpca.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/honor-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" srcset="https://www.mpca.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/honor-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.mpca.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/honor-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.mpca.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/honor-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.mpca.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/honor.jpg 1300w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></p>
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