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).
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.
March 31, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has released a free, 20-minute e-learning module on the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM), which “integrates behavioral health into the primary care setting.”
March 31, 2022
With the intention of addressing healthcare worker shortages, the Legislature is moving two bills to streamline the licensing process for physicians, physician assistants, and respiratory therapists. Each is licensed by the Board of Medical Practice (BMP).
March 31, 2022
A bill allocating $25 million for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research and to provide caregiver support to those suffering from ALS has been signed into law. The bill passed both chambers unanimously in a rare display of bipartisan and bicameral collaboration, before being signed into law by Gov. Tim Walz on March 30.
March 31, 2022
On March 28, the Minnesota Senate announced a $1.32 billion budget priority aimed at improving care facilities in Minnesota.
March 31, 2022
Following a $26 billion national legal settlement last year, Minnesota lawmakers are reshaping previously passed legislation to help ensure Minnesotans receive maximum support for persons struggling with opioid addiction.
March 31, 2022
After two days in committee, Gov. Tim Walz’s supplemental budget proposal for the Minnesota Department of Health has a revised focus on the state’s healthcare workforce.
March 24, 2022
On March 18, President Biden signed into law the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, which seeks to address burnout among healthcare workers.
March 24, 2022
The MMA, along with several healthcare systems and specialty groups, has signed a letter supporting legislation that would prohibit the use of "white bagging."
