January 2015 - Page 3 of 7 - Wisconsin Health News

Bellin-Thedacare Healthcare Partners hoping to replicate Pioneer ACO success across systems

Jan 22, 2015 | Top Stories, WHN Stories |

Bellin-ThedaCare Healthcare Partners is re-organizing its model of care in preparation for 2016, when it hopes to have contracts in place that will implement a population-based model as well as improve health outcomes for patients. (WHN, 1/22)

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Mayo Clinic chooses Epic Systems to create single integrated electronic health record

Jan 22, 2015 | On The Record, Press Releases, Top Stories, WHN Stories |

Mayo Clinic has selected Epic Systems as its partner for creating a single, integrated electronic health record and revenue cycle management system, which the clinic hopes to have in place by 2017, according to a Wednesday statement. (WHN, 1/22)

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Advocates call for BadgerCare expansion, adoption of Iowa model

Jan 21, 2015 | Top Stories, WHN Stories |

Wisconsin should re-consider accepting federal funds for Medicaid expansion in light of a projected budget deficit, Citizen Action of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Council on Children and Families said Tuesday. (WHN, 1/21)

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Flying high: In turbulent industry, Madison's airport is getting an Epic lift:

Jan 21, 2015 | Top Stories |

Todd Milewski of The Capital Times reports: "When Dane County Regional Airport director Bradley Livingston meets with airlines to discuss destinations and schedules, occasionally a third entity joins the conversation. That would be Epic Systems, Dane County's largest private employer and a significant driver of the airport's business travel." (THE CAPITAL TIMES, 1/21)

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Flying high: In turbulent industry, Madison’s airport is getting an Epic lift:

Jan 21, 2015 | Top Stories |

Todd Milewski of The Capital Times reports: "When Dane County Regional Airport director Bradley Livingston meets with airlines to discuss destinations and schedules, occasionally a third entity joins the conversation. That would be Epic Systems, Dane County's largest private employer and a significant driver of the airport's business travel." (THE CAPITAL TIMES, 1/21)

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$125,670,000 WHEFA bond financing to help ThedaCare, Inc. construct and refinance in Shawano, Appleton and Neenah

Jan 21, 2015 | Press Releases |

Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority NEWS ADVISORY $125,670,000 WHEFA bond financing to help ThedaCare, Inc. construct and refinance in Shawano, Appleton and Neenah “Implementing wonderful ideas and...

Advocates and providers rally around introduction of Women’s Health Protection Act

Jan 21, 2015 | Press Releases |

For Immediate Release Media Contact: Sara Finger January 21,...

DOA proposes elimination of active Emergency Medical Services Board

Jan 20, 2015 | Top Stories, WHN Stories |

The Department of Administration has called for the elimination of the Department of Health Services' Emergency Medical Services Board, even though a board member says it still meets regularly. (WHN, 1/20)

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Anthem to reward health care providers for quality, efficiency

Jan 20, 2015 | Top Stories, WHN Stories |

Guy Boulton of the Journal Sentinel reports: "When a doctor takes a call or responds to an email from a patient, or when a medical assistant reminds a patient about an overdue exam or unfilled prescription, the medical practice typically doesn't get paid for its time. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Wisconsin is taking a small step to change that." (JOURNAL SENTINEL, 1/20)

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Anthem offering Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness to members of its currently marketed Medicare Supplement Basic Plans in Wisconsin

Jan 20, 2015 | Press Releases |

Anthem offering Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness to members of its currently marketed Medicare Supplement Basic Plans in Wisconsin MILWAUKEE – January 20, 2015 – All existing and new members of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue...