The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has announced a new way for Michigan residents to track the progress of their Bridge benefits claims.
The department has released a new function to the MI Bridges website where Michiganders apply for benefits like Medicaid, food assistance and more. The new application tracker will allow them to follow the progress of their benefits application online rather than waiting for a determination letter or having to call into an office.
When an applicant logs into their MI Bridges account, the application tracker can be viewed on their client dashboard. For privacy and security, application and benefits information are only shown to residents who are identity-proofed and listed as the head of household on the account.
The new tracker went online Monday.
MDHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel says in addition to making things easier for residents, the new tracker will hopefully also result in lower call volumes to local offices.
