Michigan law
Healthcare & Benefits Laws in Michigan.
Michigan healthcare law combines federal frameworks (Medicare, Medicaid, ACA, HIPAA, EMTALA) with Michigan-specific provisions: the Michigan Public Health Code governs licensing of health professionals and facilities; the Patient's Right to Independent Review Act governs insurance denial appeals; and Certificate of Need requirements govern major facility and equipment decisions. Michigan has expanded Medicaid under the Healthy Michigan Plan.
Last verified: 2026-04-17
State law
Key Michigan Statutes
Comprehensive code governing health facility licensing, professional licensure, public health authority, and scope of practice.
Members of health insurance plans may appeal adverse determinations through an internal appeal and then an external review by DIFS-contracted independent review organizations.
Michigan requires Certificate of Need approval for major capital expenditures, new hospital beds, and covered technologies (MRI, CT, radiation therapy).
Medicaid expansion under the ACA. Covers Michiganders up to 133% of the federal poverty level.
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