Private equity's role in healthcare is growing. What does this mean for Wisconsin? Do different ownership structures, including whether a healthcare group is a nonprofit or for-profit, affect quality of care? Wisconsin Health News has assembled a panel of experts to take a deep dive at a free, virtual panel Sept. 24. Panelists: Rick Abrams, […]

From rising behavioral health demands to persistent health inequities to the workforce crisis, community health centers are on the front lines of the state’s most pressing health issues. A roundtable of community health center leaders will outline the opportunities and challenges they face at a Wisconsin Health News Newsmaker Event on Tuesday, Oct. 8 in […]

Image by Jasmine Lin from Pixabay A growing number of healthcare providers and payers are promoting healthy food to prevent, treat and manage disease. But good nutrition isn’t accessible to all, including some communities who could benefit the most. Funding, limited vendors and a lack of provider training are among the obstacles standing in the way. Wisconsin Health News is assembling […]

From healthcare costs to increased consolidation to the digital revolution, health insurance leaders will discuss the top issues facing their industry at the annual Wisconsin Health News Insurance CEO Roundtable on Nov. 12 in Madison. Panelists: David Docherty, President, Dean Health Plan Krista Hoglund, CEO, Security Health Plan Dr. Mark Huth, CEO, Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin Christine Senty, […]

The telehealth revolution has become more of an evolution. While telehealth usage is down from the heights of the COVID-19 crisis, it’s up from before the pandemic and continues to grow. Telehealth is boosting access for services like mental health. But, questions remain around reimbursement, broadband access and cost. Wisconsin Health News is assembling a […]

Note: This event is in Madison, not Milwaukee as previously stated.  Wisconsin hospital leaders will discuss the most pressing issues facing their industry at the annual Wisconsin Health News Hospital CEO Roundtable on Dec. 10 in Madison. Panelists: Dr. Imran Andrabi, CEO, Froedtert ThedaCare Health Sue Anderson, Regional President, SSM Wisconsin Daniel Jackson, CEO, Ascension Wisconsin Mike Schafer, CEO, Spooner Health Register […]

Lawmakers are gearing for what could be a busy legislative session when it comes to health. Will policymakers pick up where they left off on measures that didn’t make it across the finish last session, including pharmacy benefit manager reform and increased authority for nurse practitioners? What health provisions will make it into the next […]

In January, Marshfield Clinic Health System joined South Dakota-based Sanford Health, creating a seven-state health system comprising 56 hospitals, 4,500 providers and two health plans. At a Wisconsin Health News Newsmaker Event on Feb. 11, Sanford Health CEO Bill Gassen and Dr. Brian Hoerneman, CEO of the Marshfield Clinic Region for Sanford Health, will discuss […]

Primary care plays an important role keeping patients healthy and bending the cost curve. But, the model is changing. As demand continues to outstrip supply, patients are seeking other options, including team-based models, direct primary care and technological solutions. Which models work best and what are their limitations? What does it all mean for access, […]

As the water fluoridation debate gains traction in Wisconsin — concerning health and dental experts — access to care remains an issue for many Badger State residents, especially those with low incomes and special needs. Wisconsin officials approved a path for dental therapists, pumped money into the technical colleges and funded a residency program at […]