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Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Essentia Health urges Congress to extend Medicare coverage for telehealth services
Last week, Essentia Health joined a coalition of health care organizations calling on Congress to extend Medicare coverage for telehealth services before it expires on Sept. 30. In a letter to Congressional leaders, Essentia Health urged either a permanent extension or, at minimum, a two-year extension, be established to provide stability and clarity for patients, providers and the broader health care system. “Telehealth has transformed the way we deliver care at Essentia Health. By providing a virtual
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Essentia Health welcomes four new board members
Essentia Health is pleased to announce four additions to our Board of Directors: Marc Adams, Marci Knight, Dr. Josh Honeyman and Sister Jeanne Ann Weber. The new leaders bring a wide range of experience across sectors and a proven track record of innovation.“The complexity of the current health care environment requires a strong diversity of knowledge, wisdom and experience around the table to meet the needs of the patients and communities we are privileged to serve at Essentia,” said Dr. David Herman, CEO
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Essentia Health, community leaders highlight 25,000-referral milestone for vital programs, services
Award-winning platform, Resourceful, is helping advance Essentia’s work to support community health and wellness beyond clinic and hospital settings During the spring of 2021, Essentia Health partnered with various local and statewide organizations to launch a program addressing health-related social needs. Over the past four years, Essentia’s community health team has seen significant success through this initiative with over 25,000 referrals made, linking individuals to community-based programs and
Monday, August 11, 2025
Essentia Health reminds parents to schedule well-child/teen visits
Visits can also include sports physicals Essentia Health is reminding parents that the slower summer months are an ideal time to schedule well-child/teen visits. Especially in advance of the next school year, well-child/teen visits are a great opportunity to review your child’s health in all areas — growth, cognitive and social development, illness prevention, mental health and more. “Regular well-child checks play a crucial role in keeping your kids and teens healthy and thriving,” said, Dr. Jean
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