MDHHS expands Medicaid coverage in Michigan

Published: Jan. 2, 2024 at 9:10 AM EST
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LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Starting Monday, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has expanded its coverage to include Community Health Worker services.

Community Health Workers help serve as links between residents and health and social resources needed to improve overall well-being.

Services would focus on preventing disease and disability as well as other chronic health issues.

The expanded coverage would include health system navigation, health promotion, education, and screening and assessment.

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