Maternal Infant Health ProgramThe Maternal Infant Health Program (formally titled the MSS/ISS program) is available to help pregnant women and infants who are Medicaid recipients and may be at risk for serious health problems due to psychosocial or nutritional problems. This program is intended to supplement regular medical care by providing support and to assist the client's health care provider in management of client's health and well-being. The focus of the Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP) is the family. MIHP services include such things as assessment, counseling, health education, transportation needs, client advocacy and care coordination. These services are provided by a multidisciplinary team which includes a registered nurse, registered dietician, and social work.
General InformationPregnancy SupportMany pregnant women have questions about: Changes in pregnancy Labor Delivery Baby preparation Body changes Becoming a new parent Relationships Work, school Family issues Insurance Strange food cravings Weight gain or loss Breastfeeding Special dietary needsThe MIH program can answer your questions and provide support. Parent SupportEvery parent needs support and has questions about: Normal baby needs Sleeping Wellness and illness Growth and development Crying Postpartum depression or "baby blues" Changes in relationships Daycare Work, school Insurance Infant feeding Breastfeeding Normal baby weight gain "Spitting Up" Formula
Description of ServicesMaternal support professional visits may be provided either in the office or home.
Hours of ServiceBy Appointment Only.
Contact Information(989) 269-9721, ext. 120
Eligibility and CostPregnant women who are Medicaid or Healthy Kids (formerly Mich-Care) eligible may qualify for MIH at any time during the pregnancy and may extend for an additional 60 days after delivery. If you are underinsured, you may still be eligible for Medicaid or Healthy kids.
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