The Michigan Oral Health Coalition (MOHC), established in 2003, serves as Michigan's state oral health coalition with a clear purpose:
to improve oral health for all Michiganders. MOHC focuses on prevention, health promotion, oral health data, access to care,
and the vital connection between oral health and overall health.
Over the years, MOHC has collaborated with grassroots organizations, state agencies, and advocacy partners to define and advance Michigan's oral health agenda. Our work centers on building a robust, interconnected network of national, state, and local advocates committed to promoting oral health through advocacy, education, and awareness.
Together, we are shaping policies, empowering communities, and driving initiatives that make oral health equity a reality for everyone in Michigan.
To advocate for policies and resources that connect Michiganders to optimal oral health.
The Michigan Oral Health Coalition (MOHC) takes public policy positions on policy matters, including legislative items and regulations promulgated at the local, state or federal level. All public policy positions must be consistent with and in furtherance of MOHC’s mission and vision.
All Medicaid-reimbursed services are subject to review to ensure compliance with accepted medical practices and Medicaid coverage and limitations. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) conducts post-payment reviews to verify the appropriateness of services, providers, settings, and billing practices. Records must be retained for at least seven years from the date of service, regardless of ownership changes or termination of Medicaid participation.
For more information, please visit the MDHHS website for additional resources and guidance.
On November 5, the general election was held. Michigan had record voter turnout this election cycle and followed similar trends as the rest of the nation where, unlike in 2020 when reproductive freedom was a driving force for Democratic wins, there was an increase in voters turning out for the Republican party at the top and down the ballot.
At the state level, Republicans flipped the House of Representative seats and will reclaim their majority on January 1, 2025, with 58 seats (to the Democrats 52 seats). Current State Senator Kristin McDonald Rivet won her congressional race to replace retiring Congressman Dan Kildee, which will require Governor Gretchen Whitmer to call a special election to fill this seat in 2025.
The January Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference (CREC) will take place on Friday, January 10. Here, state fiscal agencies and economists will meet and present updated revenues for the state ahead of Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s FY 2025 – 2026 Executive Recommendations presentation alongside the State Budget Office in February.
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