by Abigail Nobel | May 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
Has Michigan healthcare abandoned DEI since losing federal funding for it early last year? Certainly, the ideological bombardment of the public square has diminished. I first researched the DEI/ ESG healthcare intersection in 2023, and began tracing its death throes...
by Abigail Nobel | May 20, 2026 | Uncategorized
Michigan citizens who survived COVID-19 under Gov. Gretchen Whitmer have good reason to understand the health policy plans of would-be successors. Sadly, many Michigan candidates for governor lack health policy substance, even though healthcare is a top issue for...
by Abigail Nobel | Feb 19, 2026 | Uncategorized
People say, “You can bill insurance if you’re licensed!” – as though a jackpot is just waiting to be claimed. The truth is far otherwise. I hope that understanding three facts about licensing and insurance will change your perspective on coverage versus cash. New...
by Abigail Nobel | Feb 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Zero-based licensing would restore loyalty to patients, heal patient-clinician relationships, unleash professional growth, and reduce healthcare costs. Think of it as a state licensing reset. Licensing history A majority of the members of an appointed examining or...
by Abigail Nobel | Jan 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
Michigan DOGE should consider re-allocating three outdated areas of Tobacco Funding. Michigan Tobacco Funds come from the state cigarette tax (approximately $650 million) and Tobacco Settlements ($260.6 million). Michigan law divides revenue from the cigarette tax so...
by Abigail Nobel | Jan 15, 2026 | 2 yellow conversation on bills, Uncategorized
It’s essential for legislators to know patient costs of each bill if they are to represent their constituents and defend healthcare freedoms. Michigan DOGE should see to it by upgrading Lansing’s bill analysis process. Healthcare prices are insane, and the...
