Welcome to the MHA

The Maine Hospital Association represents 32 community-governed hospitals in Maine. Formed in 1937, the Augusta-based non-profit Association is the primary advocate for hospitals in the Maine State Legislature, the U.S. Congress and state and federal regulatory agencies. It also provides educational services and serves as a clearinghouse for comprehensive information for its hospital members, lawmakers and the public. MHA is a leader in developing healthcare policy and works to stimulate public debate on important healthcare issues that affect all of Maine's citizens.

Issues that Matter Now

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The Maine Hospital Association is here to provide its members with the leadership, resources, and advocacy needed to navigate the issues facing hospitals and support them in their mission to deliver safe, high-quality care to all Maine people.

Education & Events

The Maine Hospital Association offers a number of educational programs throughout the year on issues that are vital to Maine's healthcare community.
Select an event below for more details.

Webinars

EMTALA Update 2026 – 2 Part Series
July 22 & July 29, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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Advance Directives: Ensuring Compliance with CMS 2026
August 4, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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CMS Medication Administration, Management, and Safe Opioid Use
August 11, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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CMS Hospital QAPI Standards 2026
August 18, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Informed Consent Update: Maneuvering the Maze for CMS Compliance
August 25, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Register Here

Featured Event

2027 Small or Rural Hospital Conference
Date TBA
Jordan Hotel Sunday River
Newry, Maine

More information coming soon!

Latest News & Publications

MaineGeneral’s Nathan Howell named Chair of Maine Hospital Association Board of Directors

The Maine Hospital Association (MHA) is pleased to announce that Nathan Howell, President and CEO of MaineGeneral Health, was installed as chair of the Maine Hospital Association Board of Directors on June 17 during MHA’s Summer Forum conference at the Samoset Resort in Rockport.

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Michaud leaves lasting legacy after shaping Maine hospital advocacy for nearly four decades

After nearly four decades advocating for Maine’s hospitals, longtime Maine Hospital Association president Steven Michaud has retired, closing a chapter that shaped the state’s healthcare policy and hospital landscape.

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