COVID-19 Facility Data Collection Forms

Dear Ms. Miller,

Thank you for your interest in public records of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (hereinafter “Department”).
Records Requested: To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Michigan Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:

1. All forms used by MDHHS to collect data on COVID-19 cases, deaths, and outbreaks in long term care facilities in Michigan between 3/1/2020 and the date this request is ultimately processed.
2. All forms used by MDHHS to collect data on COVID-19 cases, deaths, and outbreaks in hospitals in Michigan between 3/1/2020 and the date this request is ultimately processed.

To clarify what could potentially be interpreted as confusing language, I am not asking for all of the forms that were submitted to MDHHS by these facilities. Rather, I am asking for the forms used by hospitals and LTC facilities to report COVID-19 data to MDHHS.

If further clarification is needed about the type of documents I am seeking, feel free to let me know.

The requested information will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes. Disclosure of the requested information to me is in the public interest because it is likely to contribute significantly to the public's understanding of the operations and/or activities of the government, and is not primarily in my commercial interest. I am willing to pay up to $25 for the requested information. If the fee for this request exceeds this amount, please notify me in writing for permission prior to beginning work on the request.

I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Erin Miller

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Your request has been assigned the following tracking number: H014028-122321. Your request has a legally received date of December 27, 2021. You will receive a response by the Department by January 05, 2022. Unfortunately, we are unable to expedite requests and the time permitted for response by the Department may be extended beyond January 05, 2022 by ten (10) business days.
In accordance with the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), MCL 15.231 et seq, the Department provides copies of existing non-exempt records. Records which are exempt from disclosure under state or federal law will not be provided, or records may be redacted to separate exempt information. The FOIA does not require the Department to create new records or answer queries.
You can monitor the progress of your request at the MDHHS Public Records Center and you will receive an email when your request has been completed.
Regards,
Bureau of Legal Affairs,
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

RE: PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST , Reference # H014028-122321
Dear Ms. Erin Miller,

This notice is issued in response to your request, legally received by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (Department) on December 27, 2021, requesting information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), MCL 15.231 et seq.

In order to determine what responsive records the Department might have, it is necessary to extend the time for response permitted by MCL 15.235 §5(2)(d) until January 20, 2022.

The Department’s FOIA policies and procedures are available at Policies and Procedures.


Sincerely,

Bureau of Legal Affairs,
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

RE: Public Records Request, Reference # H014028-122321 Dear Ms. Miller,

This notice is issued in response to your request, legally received by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (Department) on December 27, 2021, requesting information under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), MCL 15.231 et seq.

Your request is granted as to existing nonexempt records.

The Department has determined the cost for searching, retrieval, and review of the requested records and separation of exempt and nonexempt information. The cost of your FOIA request is stated in the invoice located in the MDHHS Public Records Center, where you may pay your invoice online. Upon receipt of your payment the Department will process your request. Your payment must be received within 48 days from the date of this communication; otherwise, your request will be considered abandoned.

The Department’s best effort estimate for time to complete your request is fifteen business days from the date your payment is received.

The Department’s FOIA policies and procedures are available at Policies and Procedures. Sincerely,

Bureau of Legal Affairs

Hello,

The Department sent you an invoice for this request on January 6, 2022 and payment was never received. Per MCL 15.234 Sec. 4(14) since the invoice was not paid within 48 days your request was abandoned. You are welcome to submit a new request on our website.

Thank you,

Legal Affairs