Mille Lacs Health System News

MLHS Receives 2026 Women’s Choice Award

April 9, 2026

Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) in Onamia has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for ER Wait Time & Efficiency by the Women’s Choice Award®, a national recognition that highlights hospitals delivering timely, efficient emergency services. This distinction places MLHS in the top 9% of 4,…

Sunshine Vitamin: Are You Low on Vitamin D?

April 8, 2026

After a long Minnesota winter, many people are eager to spend more time outdoors. But beyond enjoying the warmer weather, spring also brings attention to something many people may not think about - vitamin D.Often called the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D is produced by the body when skin is exposed…

Committed to Care, Today and Into the Future

April 3, 2026

Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) remains open and fully operational as it works through a Medicare billing issue impacting multiple rural hospitals. Patient care and safety have not been impacted, and all services continue to operate as normal. Patients can feel confident continuing their care as…

Medicare Billing Issues Create Financial Strain for Rural Hospitals

March 26, 2026

You may have recently seen Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) in the news. Chief Executive Officer Andy Knutson has been speaking with outlets including MPR News, KARE 11, and regional newspapers to bring attention to a growing issue affecting rural hospitals.At the center of the concern is a Medicare…

New Parkinson’s Support Group Launches in Onamia

March 26, 2026

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of Parkinson’s disease and supporting those affected by it. Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement and can impact many aspects of daily life.The condition develops when nerve cells…