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Ensuring patient safety and quality of care

June 11, 2018
Minnesota’s leadership on quality and patient safety is recognized throughout the nation, and other states look to the Minnesota Hospital Association in creating their own patient safety programs.

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About Minnesota's hospitals

May 24, 2018

Minnesota’s 142 hospitals and health systems have earned a national reputation for delivering safe, high-quality care and for meeting the needs of our communities.

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Health Care Leader: May 22, 2018

May 22, 2018
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Mental health training for every community

January 23, 2018

Fairview Health Services has offered evidence-based Mental Health First Aid training to teach community members how to help someone in a mental health crisis, just as people would learn CPR to help when someone stopped breathing. 

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Local hospital leaders recognized by Minnesota Hospital Association for completing comprehensive certification training

January 18, 2018
Fifteen hospital trustees from across Minnesota were recognized for earning certification through the Minnesota Hospital Association’s trustee certification program. The comprehensive certification process prepares hospital trustees to effectively meet the growing demands of serving on a hospital board and to be strong health care and community leaders.

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Reauthorize CHIP and key Medicare programs

January 01, 2018

A variety of federal health care programs provide resources to the state of Minnesota and health care providers in support of health care services for low income and underserved Minnesotans. Without reauthorization, services to thousands of Minnesotans may be affected.

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MHA releases report on financial health of hospitals and health systems

December 19, 2017
The Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) today released its annual report examining the financial health of Minnesota’s hospitals and health systems. The report published examines publicly available fiscal year (FY) 2016 data – the most recent available – that hospitals and health systems are required to submit to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) each year. 

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MHA Newsline: Dec. 18, 2017

December 18, 2017
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MHA joins ABMS Multi-Specialty Portfolio Program

December 11, 2017
The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) has announced that the Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) has joined the ABMS Multi-Specialty Portfolio Program™ (Portfolio Program). Hospitals and health systems participating in MHA’s continuous quality and patient safety improvement activities can now support Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Improvement in Medical Practice (Part IV) credit for physicians who are Board Certified by one of the 20 of 24 ABMS Member Boards participating in the Portfolio Program.

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Health Care Leader: Nov. 16, 2017

November 16, 2017
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MHA Newsline: Oct. 2, 2017

October 02, 2017
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Rural Minnesota hospital to brief congressional leaders about successful opioid reduction efforts

September 27, 2017

In two congressional briefings, CHI St. Gabriel’s Health (CHI St. Gabriel’s) leaders will speak to staff representing members of congress from across the country regarding the rural hospital’s successful efforts to reduce the flow of opioids into their community. The Minnesota hospital, serving the Morrison County population of 35,000 people, has helped 324 patients taper off controlled substances completely. In a year, that translates to more than 370,000 fewer controlled substance doses entering the community.

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MHA does not support the Graham-Cassidy bill

September 22, 2017
The Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) has long advocated for health care coverage for all Minnesotans. On behalf of our 142 hospitals and health systems, MHA places a priority on preserving health care coverage for low-income Minnesotans. In addition, we want Minnesotans to have meaningful insurance coverage for all essential health care services.

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MHA Newsline: July 24, 2017

July 24, 2017
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MHA Newsline: July 17, 2017

July 17, 2017
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Minnesota hospital programs, leaders honored

June 06, 2017
The Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) on June 2 honored innovative programs and outstanding leaders in health care at its 33rd annual awards ceremony.   

Seventeen awards were given for extraordinary achievement in categories ranging from advocacy on behalf of hospitals and volunteerism to innovation and improvement in patient care and patient safety. 

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MHA Newsline: June 5, 2017

June 05, 2017
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Health Care Leader: May 31, 2017

May 31, 2017
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MHA Newsline: May 30, 2017

May 30, 2017
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MHA Newsline: May 22, 2017

May 22, 2017
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MHA Newsline: May 15, 2017

May 15, 2017
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Understanding health care costs

May 01, 2017
Minnesota's hospitals are working hard to deliver safer care, improve the patient experience and save health care costs. View the fact sheet below to better understand health care spending and the cost of health care, insurance and prescription drugs. 

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MHA Newsline: April 10, 2017

April 10, 2017
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MHA releases report on financial health of hospitals and health systems

March 23, 2017
The Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) today released its first report examining the financial health of Minnesota’s hospitals and health systems. MHA plans to release this report annually analyzing the most updated financial data available; the report published today examines publicly available fiscal year (FY) 2015 data that hospitals and health systems are required to submit to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) each year.

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MHA does not support the AHCA

March 15, 2017
The Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) has long advocated for health care coverage for all Minnesotans. With that principle in mind, MHA supported the opportunities presented by the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Minnesota expanded Medicaid early, providing nearly 200,000 additional Minnesotans with Medical Assistance coverage. Minnesota was one of just two states to implement a Basic Health Plan – enhancing our MinnesotaCare program, which now provides nearly 100,000 people with low premiums, low copays and a good benefit set.

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Pathologists, radiologists from Hennepin County Medical Center staff annual North Minneapolis See, Test and Treat event

March 08, 2017
Since 2006, Hennepin County Medical Center’s Clinical Laboratory and Radiology departments have taken part in an annual “See, Test and Treat” event held at NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center in Minneapolis. The three-day See, Test and Treat program provides free cervical and breast cancer screening, diagnosis and follow-up for uninsured and underinsured women – all in one visit. 

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Improving wellness in Long Prairie

March 08, 2017
CentraCare Health – Long Prairie is creating community well-being and promoting healthy lifestyles. The hospital’s goal is to provide programs, services and amenities designed to support well-being through the six dimensions of wellness: occupational, physical, social, intellectual, spiritual and emotional. In collaboration with community members, regional organizations, area businesses and foundations, CentraCare Health – Long Prairie and BLEND (Better Living, Exercise, Nutrition Daily) have taken the lead role to help the nearly 24,000 residents in Todd County make the healthy choice the easy choice everywhere, every day. 

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Sanford Thief River Falls offers comprehensive behavioral health services

March 08, 2017
In 2012-13, a formal community health needs assessment was conducted in the Thief River Falls area. Community stakeholders identified mental/behavioral health as the top priority. Seeing the need for more and enhanced services, Sanford Thief River Falls Behavioral Health Center and its community board of directors worked together on implementation strategies to address the behavioral health needs in the community.

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Improving community health and well-being through employer engagement

March 08, 2017
As an organization focused on community health, reaching out to employers is one way for Winona Health to increase awareness of issues that impact people’s health and well-being. A significant portion of many people’s day is spent in the workplace. What happens at work can ultimately play an important part in protecting and improving health and well-being.

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From hospitals to neighborhoods, stepping up for mental health

March 08, 2017
HealthEast conducted its second community health needs assessment in FY 2015, including Ramsey, Dakota and Washington counties. Mental health was identified as a priority health concern by all stakeholder groups for the HealthEast assessment and in assessments completed by the three local public health departments. HealthEast took a multifaceted approach in responding to this need, improving access to mental health services through expanded inpatient and emergency department services, as well as community-led, culturally appropriate programs with community partners.

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Lakeview’s opioid overdose program: A lifesaving partnership

March 08, 2017
Our nation’s opioid epidemic has been well reported. In 2014, the most recent year on record, more people died from drug overdoses in any previous year, and more than six out of 10 of those deaths involved an opioid. Since 1999, the rate of overdose deaths involving opioids has nearly quadrupled. 

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Baby Café offers support to breastfeeding mothers

March 08, 2017
New mothers and mothers-to-be have a chance to visit with other women and receive expert breastfeeding support every week through Baby Café. Mayo Clinic Health System in Cannon Falls and Lake City, along with the Goodhue Wabasha Pierce County Breastfeeding Coalition, launched Baby Café in 2015 in Lake City and in 2016 in Cannon Falls.

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FirstLight Health System inspires well kids

March 08, 2017
In recent years, FirstLight Health System has taken a particular interest in helping kids in Mora, Pine City, Hinckley and Ogilvie become healthier. FirstLight introduced this concept through a community wellness program called WellnessFirst, which has been inspiring kids to become healthier by teaching them healthy habits including good nutrition and physical activity.

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Local hospital leaders recognized by Minnesota Hospital Association for completing comprehensive certification training

January 12, 2017

Eighteen hospital trustees from across Minnesota were recognized for earning certification through the Minnesota Hospital Association’s trustee certification program. The comprehensive certification process prepares hospital trustees to effectively meet the growing demands of serving on a hospital board and to be strong health care and community leaders.

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MHA Newsline: Jan. 9, 2017

January 09, 2017
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Health Care Leader: Dec. 1, 2016

December 01, 2016
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MHA Newsline: Nov. 7, 2016

November 07, 2016

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Minnesota Hospital Association selected to continue improvements in patient safety

October 03, 2016

MHAhas been selected as one of 16 national, regional, or state hospital associations, Quality Improvement Organizations, and health system organizations to continue efforts in reducing preventable hospital-acquired conditions and readmissions. The Hospital Improvement Innovation Network (HIIN) contracts awarded build upon the collective momentum of the Hospital Engagement Networks (HEN) and Quality Improvement Organizations to reduce patient harm and readmissions.

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MHA Newsline: Aug. 22, 2016

August 22, 2016
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Nearly 1 in 5 mental health bed days in Minnesota hospitals is potentially avoidable

August 11, 2016
A new study by the Minnesota Hospital Association (MHA) found that nearly one in five days mental health patients spend admitted to inpatient community hospital psychiatric units is potentially avoidable. “Potentially avoidable days” are days that mental health patients spent admitted to the hospital when they would more appropriately have been treated in a different care setting.

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MHA Newsline: Aug. 8, 2016

August 08, 2016
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MHA Newsline: July 18, 2016

July 18, 2016
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Local hospital leaders recognized by Minnesota Hospital Association

July 13, 2016
Eight hospital trustees from across Minnesota were recognized for earning certification through the Minnesota Hospital Association’s trustee certification program. The comprehensive certification process prepares hospital trustees to effectively meet the growing demands of serving on a hospital board and to be strong health care and community leaders.

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MHA Newsline: June 27, 2016

June 27, 2016
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October 21, 2013

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RARE Campaign prevents 4,570 avoidable hospital readmissions

May 29, 2013
A broad-based coalition of hospitals and care providers working across the continuum of care has prevented 4,570 avoidable hospital readmissions between Jan. 1, 2011 and Dec. 31, 2012. As a result of the RARE Campaign (Reducing Avoidable Readmissions Effectively), it is estimated that patients spent 18,280 more nights sleeping comfortably in their own beds instead of the hospital. It’s better for patients and their families.

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Minnesota hospitals take intentional steps to prevent adverse health events

January 31, 2013
The Adverse Health Events reporting system recorded a total of 314 adverse health events in Minnesota hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers last year. Overall, the report shows a decrease in medication errors, retained foreign objects and pressure ulcers, while there was an increase in falls, wrong body part surgical/procedural events, and patient protection events (suicides and elopements). There were 14 deaths and 89 serious injuries that resulted from the reported events.

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