House Releases Health and Human Services Omnibus Bill
April 7, 2022
The House Health Finance and Policy Committee, along with the House Human Services Finance and Policy Committee, released their combined omnibus bill on April 6.
Public Hearing on St. Joe’s Closure and Relocation of Mental Health Services Set for April 12
April 7, 2022
A public hearing on the closure of M Health Fairview St. Joseph’s Hospital in Saint Paul and the relocation of mental health, addiction services and other secondary services is scheduled for 6 p.m. on April 12.
Deadline Extended for Provider Relief Funds
April 7, 2022
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has reopened the reporting time for recipients of Period 1 Provider Relief Funds.
Minnesota Legislature Reaches Halfway Point in Session
April 7, 2022
The Minnesota State Legislature has approximately six weeks left in this year’s legislative session. Going into the annual one-week Easter/Passover break next week, the Legislature still has much to do.
Senate Committee Discusses Healthcare Worker Mental Health
April 7, 2022
A bill appropriating funding for mental health programs, mostly through social service grants, was heard in the Minnesota Senate Health and Human Services Committee earlier this week.
Court of Appeals Rules That Minnesota Eviction Moratorium Case Can Continue
April 7, 2022
On April 5, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a lawsuit filed by metro-based Heights Apartments, challenging the constitutionality of an executive order from Gov. Tim Walz, can move forward.
April 13 Forum to Discuss How Uncertainty Affects How You Practice
April 7, 2022
“Uncertainty in Medicine – Emerging Ideas and Understanding” will be the focus of the MMA’s next noon-time forum on Wednesday, April 13 from noon to 1 p.m.
Legislators Vote to Extend State Reinsurance Program
March 31, 2022
Plans to extend Minnesota’s reinsurance program, designed to reduce volatility in the individual health insurance market, appeared to be on track following a legislative compromise reached on March 31.
Quality Measures Declined Statewide in 2020, According to Report
March 31, 2022
Not surprisingly, given the pandemic, statewide performance on several healthcare measures declined in 2020, according to a new report from MN Community Measurement (MNCM).
Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests Now Available for Minnesotans
March 31, 2022
Minnesotans can now order free at-home rapid COVID-19 tests, while supplies last, as part of the state’s efforts to make it easier to access testing.
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