President’s Message

Tracking RHTP: Stakeholder Advisory Committee kick-off meeting

Meeting was the first opportunity for Montanans to hear the State’s plan for the RHTP

Tracking RHTP: Another step forward

DPHHS updates and meeting, advisory committee and partner information

RHTP funding award: Announcement sets stage for work to begin

CMS has announced that Montana would receive $233,509,359 for federal fiscal year 2026

End of Year Report: Legislative successes, RHTP & launching into 2026

We have so much to be thankful for in 2025. I hope that you will take the time to review our successes.

Posted on 12/29/25 | President’s Message | Read More
Tracking the RHTP: DPHHS presentation outlines key budget figures, initiatives

DPHHS presented an update on the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) to the Interim Budget Committee for Section B

Minimum staffing requirements: Repeal protects providers, access to care for Montana seniors

Last week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a major policy reversal, formally repealing the federal minimum nurse staffing standards it adopted in 2024.

Posted on 12/16/25 | President’s Message | Read More
340B Drug Pricing Program: Lawsuit aims to stop harmful rebate pilot

Protecting the 340B program—and the care it makes possible for rural and low-income Montanans—remains a top MHA priority.

Posted on 12/09/25 | President’s Message | Read More
Hospital emergency preparedness: Supporting community readiness for a ‘bad day’

The Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) is gearing up for an extremely busy winter and spring.

Posted on 11/24/25 | President’s Message | Read More
Strageic planning update: Coming together to look forward

The MHA Board of Trustees met this week in Helena for a focused two-day strategic planning meeting. I want to share a brief update on the work we accomplished together and where I believe it positions us for the year ahead.

Posted on 11/14/25 | President’s Message | Read More

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