Major changes are likely in store for the country's healthcare system. Obamacare, Medicaid and Medicare could all be in for overhauls. How far will lawmakers go? Will people with pre-existing conditions get to keep their coverage? What about the 22 million Americans, and 200,000 Wisconsinites, who have gained health insurance? How would the industry react […]
When Ascension formally acquired Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare in 2016, it gave the nation's largest nonprofit health system a firm foothold in the state. Ascension Wisconsin, which also includes Ministry Health Care and Columbia St. Mary's Health System, now boasts 24 hospitals and more than 100 clinics. In August, Ascension tapped Columbia St. Mary's CEO Travis […]
Increasing prescription drug costs have caught the attention of the President and the public. What's behind the rapid rise and how far are lawmakers willing to go? Would allowing Medicare to negotiate with drugmakers make an impact? What about cutting taxes and regulations? And would lower prices mean less innovation? Learn more at a Wisconsin […]
Department of Health Services Secretary Linda Seemeyer will outline Gov. Scott Walker's 2017-19 budget and discuss department priorities during a March 21 Newsmaker Event in Madison. REGISTER NOW. When: Tuesday, March 21, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Where: Madison Club, 5 E Wilson St, Madison, WI 53703 The WHN Newsmaker Series is sponsored by: Deloitte, Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin, […]
Buoyed by the promise of better care and lower costs, health organizations are increasingly flocking to care coordination models. But they are not always easy to organize in today’s disjointed healthcare system and current payment structures often don’t reward the effort. Also, coordination among different programs is lacking. A panel of experts will share their […]
Wisconsin's population is aging and healthcare care costs for the elderly and those needing long-term care are growing along with it. Gov. Walker's budget increases Medicaid reimbursement for nursing homes and provides more money for direct care workers. Is it enough to address workforce shortages? And what's next for Family Care and IRIS? After puling […]
Sen. Alberta Darling, R-River Hills, and Rep. John Nygren, R-Marinette, the influential co-chairs of the Joint Finance Committee, will provide an update on the state budget, discuss a proposal to self-insure the state employee health plan, preview what's next for the Heroin, Opioid Prevention and Education agenda and highlight other healthcare legislation at a Wisconsin Health […]
What's next for health reform and what does it mean for Wisconsin? An impressive lineup of national experts and influential state leaders will provide in-depth perspective on the latest updates and developments during this daylong event in Madison. This year’s event also features expanded networking opportunities. CEOs, executives and senior leaders from across the state […]
Healthcare is not immune to the digital revolution. How are providers and insurers embracing, and advancing, new technologies? And what does it mean for patient care? Panelists: • Mike Anderes, Chief Innovation and Digital Officer, Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin • Craig Hankins, Vice President of Digital Products, UnitedHealthcare • Mike Lappin, Chief Administrative Officer, […]
With open enrollment about to start, the individual market remains clouded in uncertainty. Meanwhile, shifting continues with the state employee health plan. Learn how insurance leaders are navigating the murky waters at our CEO Roundtable. Confirmed panelists: Cathy Mahaffey, CEO, Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative Terry Bolz, CEO, Quartz Health Solutions Frank Lucia, CEO, Dean Health […]
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