Author: Sean Kirkby
State reinstates transgender benefits exclusion
The state has reinstated an exclusion on benefits related to gender identity effective Wednesday, according to a memo from the Department of Employee Trust Funds.
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Medical society calls for ‘comprehensive replacement’ before ACA repealed
The Wisconsin Medical Society is calling on policymakers to have a “comprehensive replacement plan” before repealing the federal health reform law to ensure those currently insured won’t lose coverage, according to a statement Monday.
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Hospitals back Republican lawmakers’ calls to curtail ‘unfunded mandates’
Assembly Republican lawmakers are asking the federal government to address "unfunded mandates and regulations" that they say are "burdensome" to hospitals, including a Medicare program aimed at recovering overpayments and numerous reporting requirements.
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Long-term care stakeholders urge Wisconsin’s congressional delegation, state lawmakers to get answers to key questions about Medicaid block grants
In response to recent developments at the federal level regarding Medicaid block grants, the Wisconsin Long Term Care Coalition today released a letter sent to the state’s Congressional Delegation outlining key concerns and...
Read MoreMedical Society of Milwaukee announces 2017 award winners
Health Commissioner Bevan K. Baker among recipients; Annual event proceeds to benefit Meta House MILWAUKEE, WI (January 25, 2017) – The Medical Society of Milwaukee County (MSMC) an organization representing nearly 3,500...
Read MoreWisconsin Community Health Centers support access to care
Madison, WI – Community Health Centers support widespread access to primary and preventive care, including comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health, reproductive health care, and treatment services critical to...
Read MoreMetaStar is proud to be selected as a URAC-approved data validation organization
Madison, Wisconsin- MetaStar is proud to announce that it has been selected by URAC to provide data validation services for organizations that have attained URAC Accreditation in certain areas. URAC is the independent leader in...
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