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DIFS Director Anita Fox Issues Statement After - State …

(8 days ago) WEB(LANSING, MICH) Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) Director Anita Fox issued the following statement in response to Governor Gretchen Whitmer signing Senate Bill 27, which will ensure that Michigan residents …

https://www.michigan.gov/difs/news-and-outreach/press-releases/2024/05/21/difs-director-anita-fox-issues-statement-after-governor-whitmer-signs-states-health-parity-law

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Michigan requires insurance parity for mental health Crain's …

(4 days ago) WEBMay 21, 2024 05:41 AM updated 10 minutes ago. LANSING — Michigan has codified into state law parity in how insurers cover medical and mental health care. …

https://www.crainsdetroit.com/politics-policy/michigan-requires-insurance-parity-mental-health

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Office of Recipient Rights 2021 Mental Health Code - State …

(Just Now) WEBCompiler's note: For renaming of the department of mental health to the department of community health, see E.R.O. No. 1996-1, compiled at MCL 330.3101 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. For creation of department of health and human services and abolishment of department of community health, see E.R.O. No. 2015- 1, compiled at MCL 400.227.

https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdhhs/Folder2/Folder60/Folder1/Folder160/Mental_Health_Code.pdf?rev=2c55cb80dd4e4e4d94edba8557200a11

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Whitmer signs bill requiring equal mental health coverage

(2 days ago) WEBDetroit Free Press. 0:02. 1:18. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Tuesday expanding requirements for insurance providers in Michigan to provide …

https://www.freep.com/story/news/politics/2024/05/21/michigan-mental-health-coverage-parity-medical-insurance/73785493007/

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Your Rights When Receiving Mental Health Services in …

(Just Now) WEBMental Health Code Section 100 a [17]; Administrative Rule 330.7003 You must give INFORMED CONSENT in order to receive treatment or to have confidential information about you When you receive mental health services your rights are protected by Michigan’s Mental Health Code and by many Federal and State Laws.

https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdhhs/Keeping-Michigan-Healthy/Mental-Health/Recipient-Rights/Recipient_Rights_Book_English.pdf?rev=b6cbc626484b4f32aca1d63cdb8bcad4&hash=35B23314319ADC15C62B4CA0F5514622

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Michigan to require insurance parity for mental health care

(1 days ago) WEBLANSING — Michigan has codified parity in how insurers cover medical and mental health care. Supporters of Senate Bill 27, which Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed …

https://www.crainsgrandrapids.com/news/politics-policy/michigan-to-require-insurers-to-cover-mental-health-addiction-services-the-same-as-medical-care/

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Gov. Whitmer signs bill to expand mental health …

(8 days ago) WEBUpdated on: May 21, 2024 / 4:27 PM EDT / CBS Detroit. (CBS DETROIT) - Treatment for mental health and substance use disorders can add up quickly. A new …

https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/gretchen-whitmer-signs-bill-to-expand-mental-health-insurance-coverage/

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Michigan's Bold Move to Ensuring Equal Coverage for Mental and …

(2 days ago) WEBMichigan is on the brink of a significant transformation in healthcare, making a move that could set a powerful example for the rest of the country. Governor Gretchen …

https://michiganchronicle.com/michigans-bold-move-to-ensuring-equal-coverage-for-mental-and-medical-health-care/

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Bill to ensure equal insurance coverage for mental health, …

(9 days ago) WEBGov. Whitmer will be joined by State Senator Sarah Anthony and Marianne Huff, President of the Mental Health Association in Michigan. Subscribe to our News …

https://www.wilx.com/2024/05/21/bill-ensure-equal-insurance-coverage-mental-health-substance-use-signed-by-gov-whitmer/

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Michigan Mental Health Code and Social Welfare Act - CMHAM

(7 days ago) WEB(517) 374.6848. 507 S. Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933 . CMHA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. CMHA celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, partners, and those whom CMHA serves.

https://cmham.org/resources/mental-health-code/

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Latest effort to reform Michigan’s mental-health system …

(2 days ago) WEBA child mental-health fix takes early action, more help. Here are 7 ideas for Michigan. He and other critics say they are once again fighting efforts that would …

https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-health-watch/latest-effort-reform-michigans-mental-health-system-finds-critics

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MENTAL HEALTH CODE (EXCERPT) - Michigan Legislature

(7 days ago) WEBMENTAL HEALTH CODE (EXCERPT) Act 258 of 1974 CHAPTER 7 RIGHTS OF RECIPIENTS OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 330.1700 Definitions. Sec. 700. As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise: 550.1704 of the Michigan Compiled Laws. (c) "Health care insurer" means an insurer authorized to provide health …

https://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(0y0kqodxvpnmmakigf04zfkt))/documents/mcl/pdf/mcl-258-1974-7.pdf

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House considers strengthening mental health code - WXYZ …

(7 days ago) WEBA Michigan House Committee it hearing testimony on strengthening Michigan's mental health laws. By: Ross Jones. Posted at 6:49 PM, Sep 22, 2015 . and last updated 2015-09-22 18:49:06-04.

https://www.wxyz.com/news/local-news/investigations/house-considers-major-changes-to-states-mental-health-code-proposed-after-7-action-news-reports

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Beaumont psychiatric hospital to be run by company with …

(9 days ago) WEBThe health care company agreed last year to pay $122 million to settle 19 federal whistleblower lawsuits that alleged some of its mental health hospitals, …

https://www.freep.com/in-depth/news/investigations/2021/05/16/beaumont-universal-health-services-psychiatric-dearborn/6357842002/

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Workers Comp Mental Health Benefits Extended by Michigan Court

(3 days ago) WEBJustice called old test a “straitjacket”. A divided Michigan Supreme Court expanded access to health benefits Friday for on-the-job injuries that contribute to a …

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/litigation/workers-comp-mental-health-benefits-extended-by-michigan-court

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MI legislators push for mental-health care access WXPR

(5 days ago) WEBA House bill aimed at increasing access to mental health care in Michigan could go to a vote on the House floor at any time.. Rep. Felicia Brabec, D-Pittsfield, a clinical psychologist, introduced the bill in 2023 and said it prioritizes treatment recommendations for mental health and substance use patients, instead of allowing …

https://www.wxpr.org/michigan-news/2024-03-01/mi-legislators-push-for-mental-health-care-access

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Mental Health Court Handbook - State Bar of Michigan

(6 days ago) WEBThe Criteria for participation in the Mental Health Court requires that the defendant must have a mental illness diagnosis (Axis I Clinical Disorder) and be a person requiring …

https://www.michbar.org/file/programs/eai/pdfs/mhcinformationalbrouchure.pdf

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Mental Health - State of Michigan

(8 days ago) WEBWhen you receive mental health services, Michigan's Mental Health Code, as well as other laws, safeguard your rights. Staff are responsible to protect your rights when they provide services to you. Your Rights When Receiving Mental Health Services in Michigan.

https://www.michigan.gov/fyit/health/mental-hlth

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Michigan to join more than 30 states in new mental health - mlive

(9 days ago) WEBMichigan to join more than 30 states in new mental health service agreement. Published: Dec. 29, 2022, 10:48 a.m. Inside the Jay and Betty Van Andel Center on the campus of Pine Rest Christian

https://www.mlive.com/politics/2022/12/michigan-to-join-more-than-30-states-in-new-mental-health-service-agreement.html

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Sen. Anthony Introduces Bills to Address Mental Health Crisis

(3 days ago) WEBLANSING, Mich. (Jan. 19, 2023) — Sen. Sarah Anthony (D-Lansing) introduced Senate Bills 27, 28, and 29 to address the mental health crisis in Michigan. Sen. Anthony …

https://senatedems.com/anthony/2023/01/19/sen-anthony-introduces-bills-to-address-mental-health-crisis/

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Legislation & Policy - Community Mental Health Association of Michigan

(8 days ago) WEBIn June of 2016, the Legislation Committee combined with the Policy Committee to form one single committee now known as the “Legislation & Policy Committee”. This committee reviews bills and other legislation introduced by the Michigan House and Senate regarding mental health and related issues. It also reviews various policies – including Medicaid …

https://cmham.org/committees/legislation-policy/

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NGRI - Disability Rights Michigan

(4 days ago) WEBDisability Rights Michigan (DRM) is the federally mandated protection and advocacy system for Michigan, which receives part of its funding from the HHS-Administration for …

https://www.drmich.org/cases/ngri/

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Recipient Rights - State of Michigan

(4 days ago) WEBRECIPIENT RIGHTS. The Office of Recipient Rights protects the rights granted to recipients of public mental health services in the State of Michigan. The Mental Health …

https://www.michigan.gov/corrections/services/mentalhealth/services/recipient-rights

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UnitedHealth to Pay $15.7M to Settle Mental Health - ThinkAdvisor

(1 days ago) WEBOptum Health seems to have changed its methods after June 3, 2019. UnitedHealth Group has agreed to pay nearly $2.1 million in penalties and $13.6 million in restitution to resolve battles with

https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2021/08/12/unitedhealth-to-pay-15-7m-to-settle-mental-health-benefits-parity-case/

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MCL - Section 330.1742 - Michigan Legislature

(4 days ago) WEBMichigan Compiled Laws Complete Through PA 39 MENTAL HEALTH CODE (EXCERPT) Act 258 of 1974 330.1742 Seclusion. Sec. 742. (1) Seclusion shall be used only in a hospital, a center, or a child caring institution licensed under 1973 PA 116, MCL 722.111 to 722.128. A resident placed in a hospital or center shall not be kept in …

https://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(cls4acvekti0ceiyb1uwuwf3))/mileg.aspx?page=getobject&objectname=mcl-330-1742

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$13M settlement proposed after unannounced active intruder drill …

(6 days ago) WEBHear this story. 0:00. 5:25. Employees and parents of children at a former youth psychiatric hospital who sued after an unannounced active intruder drill before …

https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/wayne/2024/01/31/hawthorn-center-active-intruder-drill-settlement/72312609007/

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Teasel v. Dep't of Mental Health :: 1984 :: Michigan Supreme Court

(9 days ago) WEBThe Department of Mental Health moved for summary or accelerated judgment.[5] Before decision on the defendant's motions, Mr. Teasel filed an amended complaint naming the …

https://law.justia.com/cases/michigan/supreme-court/1984/69896-4.html

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MCL - Section 330.1748a - Michigan Legislature

(5 days ago) WEBMCL - Section 330.1748a. MENTAL HEALTH CODE (EXCERPT) Act 258 of 1974. 330.1748a Child abuse or neglect investigation; request for mental health records and information; immunity from civil or administrative liability; imposition of duties under another statute. Sec. 748a. (1) If there is a compelling need for mental health records or

https://www.legislature.mi.gov/(S(1homha5544gk2n3dvv0n5oen))/mileg.aspx?page=getobject&objectname=mcl-330-1748a

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Michigan to require insurance parity for mental health Crain's

(3 days ago) WEBMay 21, 2024 05:41 AM. LANSING — Michigan is poised to codify parity in how insurers cover medical and mental health care. Supporters of Senate Bill 27, which Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will sign

https://www.crainsdetroit.com/politics-policy/michigan-require-insurance-parity-mental-health

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Former employees, parent of patient speak out about …

(2 days ago) WEB2 class-action lawsuits filed against state of Michigan . The Hawthorn Center is a state-run children’s psychiatric hospital managed by the Michigan …

https://www.clickondetroit.com/news/investigations/2023/04/28/former-employees-parent-of-patient-speak-out-about-unannounced-hawthorn-center-active-shooter-drill/

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Juvenile Mental Health Courts - Michigan Courts

(Just Now) WEB1.8 Juv enile Mental Health Courts 1 “A family division of circuit court . . . may adopt or institute a juvenile mental health court pursuant to statute or court rules.” MCL …

https://www.courts.michigan.gov/4a273c/siteassets/publications/benchbooks/jjbb/jjbbresponsivehtml5.zip/JJBB/Ch_1_Introduction/Juvenile_Mental_Health_Courts-.htm

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