Michigan residents with Medicare and Medicaid should review the current MI Coordinated Health program rather than rely on older descriptions of MI Health Link. MI Coordinated Health, or MICH, replaced that earlier program in 2026.
What MICH coordinates
The state describes MICH as a Highly Integrated Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan. It combines Medicare and most Medicaid benefits, with care coordination and access to qualifying long-term supports. Certain behavioral health and community-transition services are handled separately, so “integrated” does not mean every service uses the same administrator.
Confirm individual eligibility
Check the state's current program eligibility page and county availability. Both Medicare and the required Medicaid eligibility must be established. Financial assistance with a premium alone is not necessarily full Medicaid or proof that this program accepts your category.
| Before enrollment | Ask |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Does my Medicaid category and residence qualify now? |
| Providers | Can my doctors and support providers continue? |
| Care coordination | Who is my coordinator and how do I contact them? |
| Existing services | How will authorizations and care records transfer? |
Home supports require assessment
MICH's home and community-based services pathway includes assessment of nursing-home level of care for qualifying supports. Enrollment does not automatically authorize a particular number of home-care hours, equipment items or modifications.
Read cost information carefully
The state's program explanation distinguishes covered in-network care from certain remaining member obligations. Do not interpret integration as a promise that every possible expense disappears. Ask the plan to explain any patient-pay amount or notice you receive.
Keep both programs current
Save Medicare and Medicaid notices, the new plan card and care plan. Respond to state renewal requests and report changes through the proper channel. For an incorrect bill or service denial, contact the responsible plan and follow the written review instructions. An insurance agent can explain products, but the state and plan determine eligibility and service authorization.
Related coverage questions
- Medicare and Medicaid: Different Programs, Coordinated Help
- How to Apply for Medicaid: Eligibility and Documents
- Medicare and Medicaid dual eligibility for long-term care