Author: Tim Stumm
Exchange premiums set to rise 4.7 percent next year
Benchmark silver plans offered on Healthcare.gov in Wisconsin will increase by 4.7 percent in 2016, slightly less than the national average of 7.5 percent for states that use the federal exchange, according to an analysis released by the federal government Monday. (WHN, 10/27)
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Marshfield Clinic Health System, Gamma Medica partner to create world’s 1st mobile molecular breast imaging unit
Women throughout Wisconsin will now have access to a new standard of care in early breast cancer detection MARSHFIELD, WI and SALEM, NH – Marshfield Clinic Health System (MCHS) and Gamma Medica, Inc., today announced their...
Read MoreMilwaukee mental health board forms committees to explore options for county complex
The Milwaukee County Mental Health Board voted Thursday to form a pair of committees that will explore options for the aging Mental Health Complex after the county pulled back a request for proposal to contract out its services earlier this month. (WHN, 10/26)
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First round of community-impact grants covers a diversity of issues facing Wisconsin
MADISON – Four new awards from the Wisconsin Partnership Program will support and extend innovative health projects that will affect the lives of Wisconsinites of all ages, races and backgrounds. The new Community Impact Grant...
Read MoreFirst anniversary of UW Health sugar-sweetened beverages policy shows positive changes
Madison, WI- One year after removing sugar-sweetened beverages from all UW Health locations, healthier options such as sparkling waters and infused teas make up nearly 50 percent of beverage sales organization wide. On October...
Read MoreMonroe Clinic Cardiology Earns Echocardiography Accreditation
On average, one American dies every 39 seconds of cardiovascular disease — disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Echocardiography is one tool used for early detection of life threatening heart disorders. “This...
Read MoreOn the Record with Dr. David Krueger, Executive Director, Bellin-Thedacare Health Partners
High-performing health systems are likely to abandon Medicare accountable care organizations if the model doesn't change, according to Dr. David Krueger, executive director and medical director at Bellin-Thedacare Health Partners. (WHN, 10/23)
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WPS Health Insurance and Arise Health Plan offer incentive for advance care planning
Eligible members now are covered for an initial counseling session and up to two additional sessions within one calendar year MADISON, Wis.—Oct. 22, 2015—WPS Health Insurance and Arise Health Plan are providing a new incentive...
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