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12.29.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 52
President’s Column: Necessity is the Mother of Invention (and so are generational pandemics)
Authentic Leadership – Opening Agenda Item for 2023 Physician Leadership Development Conference
Save the Date: WHA's Advocacy Day – April 19, 2023
Announcing – Hospital Board of Directors and CEO Education Coming in Spring 2023
WHA Resource Spotlight: Free Member Benefit–Post or View Health Care Vacancies Online
12.22.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 51
Save the Date: WHA's Advocacy Day – April 19, 2023
Gov. Evers and WHA Board Discuss Current Challenges and Working Toward Solutions
U.S. Congress Unveils Large Spending Package with Major Health Care Wins
MEB Chair Thanks WHA for Improvements to Chaperone Rule
WHA Board Members Selected for AHA Committees
Westfields Hospital & Clinic’s Craig Yehlik Receives WHA Trustee Award
Workforce and Post-Acute Challenges Headline WHA Physician Leaders Council Meeting
WHA Once Again Offers Education to Prepare Your Chargemaster for 2023
12.15.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 50
Registration Now Open for WHA 2023 Physician Leadership Development Conference
Tell Your Story in the 2023 Wisconsin Health Care Workforce Report: Submit Stories by Jan. 16, 2023
At Final Hearing, Legislative Council Study Committee on Occupational Licenses Advances WHA-Backed L
Advocate Health’s Nan Gardetto Receives WHA Trustee Award
Board Members Emphasize Workforce Concerns, Discuss Financial Pressures on Panel in Milwaukee
WHA Awarded AHW Seed Grant for Community-Based Initiative
Congress Poised to Pass One-Week CR Extension, Including Funding for MDH and LVH Hospital Designatio
GUEST COLUMN: Health Care Staffing Shortages Make Big Impact on Liability and Workers’ Compensation
Webinar Recap: What’s Your Antibiotic Stewardship New Year’s Resolution?
Social Care - Beyond Resources Webinar Recap
12.08.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 49
WHA Back on Capitol Hill Advocating for Year-End Health Care Priorities
Senate Health Committee Chair Speaks to WHA’s Public Policy Council
Getting Prepared for Inaugural Salary Survey Launch
Wisconsin DHS Awarded $45 million to Strengthen the Public Health Workforce
2023 Health Care Leadership Academy Registration Extended
Health Insurance Price Index Rises Over 20% in Last Year, Hospital Services Rise at 3.4%
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: Holiday Injuries
12.01.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 48
New Salary Survey Launches in January 2023
WHA’s Borgerding, Other Health Care Leaders Discuss Impact of Election on Health Care Policy
Registration Open for WHA Telehealth Webinar Series
Registration Open for 2023 Wisconsin Quality Residency
What's Your Antibiotic Stewardship New Year's Resolution?
Wisconsin Rural Health and Substance Use Clinical Support (RHeSUS) Program Offerings
11.23.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 47
AHA Issues New Report Showing How Drug Companies' Unlawful Actions on 340B are Harming Hospitals and
Key House Committee Wants to Fix Skewed Implementation of No Surprises Act
Last Chance to Register for the 2023 WHA Health Care Leadership Academy: Dec. 1 Deadline
WHA Partners with Rush University's Center for Health and Social Care Integration in Part 1 of Webin
WHA Welcomes New Staff
Fleuette Named WHA Office Manager
Fort HealthCare CEO Mike Wallace to Retire
11.17.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 46
Wisconsin Hospitals Delivered Nearly $2B in Community Benefits in 2021
DHS Announces Historic Funding Increase for WI Nursing Homes
Legislative Council Study Committee on Occupational Licenses Holds Fourth Hearing
National Provider Groups Ask Biden for Summit to Address Crowded Emergency Rooms as Biden Administra
Federal Elections Update: Democrats Keep U.S. Senate While Republicans Officially Retake U.S. House
GUEST COLUMN: Using Data to Impact Change
Remembering William Petasnick, Former WHA Board Chair
WHA Once Again Offers Education to Prepare Your Chargemaster for 2023
11.10.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 45
Wisconsin Health Care Ranked 8th Least Expensive in U.S.
Evers, Johnson Split Top of Ticket in Wisconsin
AHA Report on Commercial Insurer Practices: “Clinicians Should be Able to Focus on Caring Without Bu
WHA and RWHC Co-Host Webinar Featuring DQA Presenting Updated CDC Guidance
Integration of Social Care to Promote Health, Ensure Equitable Outcomes and Reduce Readmissions Webi
Registration Deadline for WHA Leadership Academy is Only Three Weeks Away
House of Mercy and Mercyhealth Win 2022 Global Vision Award
11.03.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 44
Speaker Robin Vos: WHA’s Advocacy “Never More Important Than This Next Session”
New Leaders Elected to WHA Board of Directors
Reminder: Vote on Tuesday, November 8
Exchange Open Enrollment Begins for 2023 Benefit Year
CMS Raises Hospital Payments Slightly in Final 2023 OPPS Rule
Join a WHA Council or Committee
Stuessy Named WHA Education Coordinator
AHA Calls for Action to Reduce Inappropriate Prior Authorization and Payment Delays
Hospitals Keep Communities Healthy
WHA’s Social Determinants of Health Webinar Series: A Journey to a Healthier Wisconsin Webinar 4 Rec
Ascension Mercy Hospital and Project SEARCH Awarded 2022 Global Vision Community Partnership Award
November Fast Facts: National Diabetes Month
10.27.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 43
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Breaks Fundraising Record, 48 More Individual Contributors N
AHA Sends Letter to Capitol Hill Including Key WHA Priorities
WHA Proposes Rule Language to PA Board to Streamline Licensure Process and Compliance
Registration Deadline for WHA Leadership Academy is Around the Corner
The Wisconsin Hospital Association Information Center (WHAIC) is the Trusted Source for Health Care
10.20.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 42
PHE Extended Until at Least January 2023, Allowing Regulatory Flexibilities to Continue
CMS Announces It Will Finally Begin Restoring 340B Payments for PPS 340B Hospitals
Register for Upcoming Polling Briefing: Wednesday, Oct. 26 at 12 p.m.
WHA’s Social Determinants of Health Webinar Series: A Journey to a Healthier Wisconsin
CEO Panel Another Great Success at Partners of WHA Annual Convention
10.13.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 41
Wisconsin’s Licensure “Super Compact” Continues Permanently Beyond Public Health Emergency
Legislative Council Study Committee on Occupational Licenses Holds Third Hearing
WHA Health Care Leadership Academy – Preparing Your Hospital’s Leaders for the Health Care World of
Wisconsin Rural Health and Substance Use Clinical Support (RHeSUS) Program Lunch and Learn series
10.06.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 40
WHA Inaugural Workforce Forum Provides Participants with Workforce Tools and Strategies
Helping Wisconsin “Grow Our Own” Physicians
Community Benefits Stories Due for 2022 Report
President Biden Signs Continuing Resolution Including Funding for Medicare Dependent and Low Volume
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Substance Use Disorders Management Boot Camp a Success
09.29.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 39
WHA, HEAT Launch 2022 Election Resources
Oct. 7 Deadline to Submit Community Benefits Stories for 2022 Report
In Memoriam: Scott Tyre
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Heads into the Final Quarter
Legislative Council Study Committee on Occupational Licenses Holds Second Hearing
WHA Council on Workforce Development Focuses on Recruitment and Retention
WHA Members Announce Behavioral Health Expansions
WHA on Capitol Hill Urging Congress to Extend Rural Hospital Designations and Regulatory Flexibiliti
Registration Open for 2023 WHA Health Care Leadership Academy
WHA Foundation Announces 2022 Global Vision Community Partnership Award Winners
09.22.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 38
CMS Issues Final Inpatient Rule, New Health Equity Standards Effective Jan. 1, 2023
WHA Physician Leaders Council Calls for Continued Work on MEB Chaperone Rule
Dana Fischer Joins WHA Quality Team
WHA Seeking Community Benefits Stories for 2022 Report
09.15.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 37
AHA: 2022 Will Be the Most Financially Difficult for Hospitals and Health Systems Since the Start of
Only Two Weeks Until the 2022 WHA Workforce Forum – Register Today
WHA Invites Community Benefits Stories for 2022 Report
Upcoming EMResource Reporting Changes: DHS/WHA Webinar
WHA-Supported Bill to Improve Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization Clears U.S. House of Representa
WHA Expresses Concerns Over Inadequate Payment Update in Outpatient Rule
GUEST COLUMN: Impacting Workers’ Compensation with Worksite Benefits
09.08.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 36
Kaufman Hall Reports Tough Financial Times for Hospitals in 2022
Public Policy Council Discusses Licensure Reforms, Medicaid Priorities
Learn How to Cultivate a Healthy Workplace at WHA’s Workforce Forum
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Annual Campaign Approaches $300,000 Raised
Unique Psychiatric Emergency Hospital Opens in Milwaukee
Upcoming EMResource Reporting Changes: DHS/WHA Webinar
09.01.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 35
URGENT VACCINE BOOSTER NOTICE: Monovalent Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines No Longer Authorized
Register for WHA's Inaugural Workforce Forum – Sept. 28 in Madison
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Have You Invited the WHA Speaker Bureau to One of Your Staff or Board of Directors Meetings?
08.25.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 34
WHA Board of Directors Discusses 2023-2025 Strategic Plan at Annual Retreat
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Update
WHA to Once Again Offer Unique Leadership Training Experience with Launch of the 2023 Health Care Le
Save the Dates for 2023 Physician Leadership Development Conference: March 10-11
08.18.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 33
WHA Weighs in on Board of Nursing Proposal to Eliminate Licensure Step
President Biden Signs Legislation Extending Enhanced ACA Subsidies
Grassroots Spotlight: WHA Discusses Regulatory, Insurer Burden with Rep. Gallagher Staff
GUEST COLUMN: Could Student Loan Repayment be a Deciding Advantage for Health Care Employers?
08.11.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 32
Wisconsin’s Critical Access Hospitals Ranked 2nd in the Nation for Quality Excellence
2022 Quality Report Demonstrates Continued Commitment to High Quality Health Care in Wisconsin
Post-Acute Care Conference Explores Care Transitions
Announcing Inaugural Workforce Forum – Sept. 28 in Madison
Seeking Nominations for WHA 2022 Awards, New Board Members
DHS Names Baker Tilly for Study of Wisconsin LTC Industry
WHA Helps Member Hospitals Uncover and Address Community Health Challenges
WHA Foundation Global Vision Award – Last Chance for Nominations
2022 WHAIC Data Submission and WIpop Fall Training
Register Now for the 2022 WONL Conference - Innovative Leadership: Laugh, Learn, Lead
08.04.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 31
Legislative Council Study Committee on Occupational Licenses Holds First Hearing
AHA: Insurer Policies Compromise Patient Safety and Raise Costs
WHA 2022 Nominating and Awards Committee Seeking Nominations
A Partnership of Opportunity: Gundersen and Bellin CEOs Discuss Joining Forces to Serve Wisconsin Co
CMS Issues Final FY 2023 IPPS Rule with Slightly Improved Payments
DHS Expands Eligibility for Monkeypox Vaccination
VOTE: Tuesday, August 9 – Wisconsin Partisan Primary Election
Substance Use Disorders Management Boot Camp – Sept. 15 and 16
Registration Open for the Annual WCMEW Summit
August Fast Facts: Lyme Disease
WHA Information Center Welcomes Heather Scambler
07.28.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 30
House Overwhelmingly Passes Bill to Extend Medicare Telehealth Flexibilities for Additional Two Year
WHA-Supported Bill to Improve Medicare Advantage Prior Authorization Clears House Committee
Manchin and Schumer Announce Reconciliation Deal to Extend ACA Subsidies
HRSA Announces Availability of Nearly $15 Million to Expand and Support the Nursing Workforce
Congress Sends Letters to Biden Administration Urging Support of Key Hospital Priorities
Last Chance to Register for August 5 Post-acute Care Conference
WHA Education Department Welcomes Catherine Hazeltine
Seeking Nominations for the 2022 Global Vision Community Partnership Award
07.21.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 29
PHE Formally Extended for 90 More Days, Allowing Regulatory Flexibilities to Continue
MEB Shelves Rule That Could Add at Least $75m in Health Care Costs Following WHA Advocacy
Worker’s Comp Rates to Fall for Seventh Consecutive Year
Wisconsin “Grow Our Own” Training Grant Applications Open
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Update
GUEST COLUMN: Rapid Response and Recovery: Responding to Disruptive Events in the Health Care Indust
Proposed 2023 CMS Outpatient Rule Establishes New REH Payment Methodology
Technical Assistance Coaching Session on Reducing Readmissions Draws Statewide Participation
Have You Invited the WHA Speaker Bureau to One of Your Staff or Board of Directors Meetings?
07.14.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 28
GUEST COLUMN: New Physician Recruiting Data and Insights from Merritt Hawkins
Seeking Nominations for the 2022 Global Vision Community Partnership Award
Announcing the 2022 WONL Conference - Innovative Leadership: Laugh, Learn, Lead
07.07.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 27
HRSA Pauses Plan to Withdraw HPSAs
Congressional Panel Highlights Improper Delays and Care Denials in Medicare Advantage Plans
FTC to Scrutinize Impact of Pharmacy Benefit Managers
Otis Woods, DQA Administrator, to Speak at WHA’s Post-acute Care Conference
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Surpasses $200,000, Heads into Second Half of 2022 Fundraisi
GUEST COLUMN: Outsourcing Absence Management in the Health Care Industry
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: Firework Safety
06.30.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 26
WHA Publishes Photo Recap of Wisconsin Rural Health Conference
WHA Board Engages with DHS Medicaid Services Administrator on Post-Acute Discharge Challenges
Inaugural WHA Health Care Leadership Academy Class Recognized in Graduation Ceremony
Guest Column: New Survey Reflects a Flexible Physician Workforce
06.23.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 25
WHA Welcomes Member Hospital Representatives and Sponsors Back to In-Person Wisconsin Rural Health C
In-Person Conference Brings Physician Leaders Together for the First Time in Three Years
WHA Launches Online Health Care Glossary
Agenda and Schedule Announced for WHA 2022 Post-Acute Care Conference
WHA On Capitol Hill Urges Congress to Address Rural Hospital Issues and Extend Incentives for Value-
DHS Market Study of the Long-term Care Industry in Wisconsin Advances
Supreme Court Decides Unanimously in Favor of 340B Hospitals
WHA Expresses Concerns with Inadequate Payment Update in FY 2023 Inpatient Rule
Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (TOUD) Waiver Course
Third Webinar on Reducing Readmissions Draws Statewide Participation
06.16.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 24
Proposed Wis. Rule Would Add at Least $64 Million in New Health Care Costs Annually
Grant Awarded to Help Nursing Homes Meet Quality, Staffing and Safety Goals
Rep. Tony Kurtz Recognizes Hospitals and Health Systems
Flex Grant Funding Available to EMS Providers
Federal Grants Available for Language Services, Crisis Response
WHA Resource Spotlight: Free Member Benefit–Post or View Health Care Vacancies Online
06.09.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 23
Wisconsin Hospitals Commit More Resources to Communities, Face Larger Medicare Losses
Medical Group Practice Files Lawsuit Against UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner Updates WHA Public Policy Council on No Surprises Act Implementatio
WHA’s Ann Zenk Appointed to Legislative Council Study Committee on Occupational Licenses
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Fundraising Approaches $200,000
Molly Shea Joins WHA’s Communications Team
06.02.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 22
Insurers Fail to Follow Through on Agreed-to Prior Authorization Reforms
Joint Finance Committee Approves $205 Million for Health Insurers
WHA Workforce Council Explores How to Leverage Technology to Support the Health Care Workforce
WHA Health Care Leadership Academy Participants Explore “Why Effective Advocacy is a Critical Skill
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness
05.26.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 21
WCRB Recommends Seventh Consecutive Worker's Comp Premium Rate Reduction
Deadline Approaching to Register for the 2022 Physician Leadership Development Conference and the 20
AHA Asks CMS and DOJ for Strong Action Against Excessive Insurer Prior Authorizations and Denials
WHA Voices Concerns Over Federal Legislation Expanding OSHA Hospital Regulations
Gundersen Health System's Dr. Scott Rathgaber AHA Grassroots Champion Award
Welcome to the New 2022 WHA Corporate Members
Children’s Wisconsin and the Community Health Asthma Management Program Receive 2021 Global Vision C
WHA-Produced Vaccine Encouragement PSA Earns Advocacy Award
05.19.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 20
Public Health Emergency Expected to be Renewed Again in Mid-July
WisCaregiver Careers Program Gets $6 Million Increase
GUEST COLUMN: Three Strategies to Combat the Health Care Labor Shortage
Webinar on Reducing Readmissions Draws Statewide Participation
05.12.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 19
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Campaign Gains Momentum
New Ruling Affirms Insurer ED Policy Violates Federal Law
New Standards for Plans, Networks in Exchange Marketplace for 2023
COVID-19 Lockdown Disrupts Contrast Media Supply Chain
“60 Minutes” Features Children’s Wisconsin Response to Rising Mental Health Crisis Among Adolescents
Wisconsin Rural Health Conference: June 15-17
Physician Leadership Development Conference: June 16-17
WHA Resource Spotlight: WHAIC Data Maps Help Identify Community Health Needs
05.05.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 18
Will You Be on the First Contributor List for 2022?
New AHA Report Highlights Dramatic Spike in Health Care Input Costs
Medicare Advantage Plan Practices Impede Beneficiary Access to Necessary Care
Gov. Evers Honors Wisconsin Hospitals in Hospital Week Proclamation
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: May is Mental Health Month
04.28.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 17
WHA and Members Back in D.C. to Meet with Wisconsin's Congressional Delegation
New Program to Expand Access to Substance Abuse Treatment in Rural WI
WHA Helps Member Hospitals Uncover and Address Community Health Challenges
Registration Open for In-person 2022 Physician Leadership Development Conference
WHA Health Care Leadership Academy Participants Learn about the Discipline of Quality Improvement
04.21.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 16
WHA Board Meeting Lays Groundwork for Three-Year Strategic Plan Development
DHS Accepting Telehealth Services Development and Expansion Grant Applications through May 6
WHA Wisconsin Rural Health Conference Breakout Sessions Announced
WHA Physician Leaders Council Meeting Focuses on Impactful Workforce Advocacy
Guest Column: How COVID-19 Changed Employers’ Approach to Health Care Forever
No Surprises Act Independent Dispute Resolution Portal Opens
CMS Releases Proposed 2023 IPPS Rule
Webinar Series to Focus on the Patient Experience
WHA Partners with Wisconsin Health Literacy to Simplify Medication Directions
Webinar on Reducing Readmissions Draws Statewide Participation
04.14.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 15
Biden Administration Extends PHE for 90 More Days, Allowing Crucial Regulatory Flexibilities to Cont
Registration Now Open for WHA 2022 Physician Leadership Development Conference
Grow Our Own Grant Applications Due May 6
Deadline to Apply for WHA Foundation 2022 Simulation Lab Scholarships: April 15
Save the Date: WHA’s 2022 Post-acute Care Conference Scheduled for Aug. 5
Virtual Lunch and Learn to Focus on Substance Use Disorder Clinical Support
WHA Health Care Leadership Academy Attendees Gain Insights on Navigating Conflict and Managing Diffi
Nominations Invited for Annual Partners of WHA Awards
04.07.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 14
WHA 2022 Advocacy Day In Review
Registration Open for 2022 Wisconsin Rural Health Conference
Wisconsin’s Licensing Agency to Launch New Online Platform
Wisconsin in Top Quartile of States for RNs per Capita
Buprenorphine X-Waiver Training Webinars Offered
Deadline to Apply for WHA Foundation 2022 Simulation Lab Scholarships Approaching
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
03.31.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 13
The Valued Voice Newsletter Refresh
WHA’s Advocacy Day Gives Voice to Wisconsin Hospitals
Advocate Aurora Health Receives WHA Advocacy All-Star Award
Rep. Evan Goyke Receives 2022 Health Care Advocate of the Year Award
Dr. Scott Gottlieb Discusses Pandemic Response, Preparedness with WHA's Borgerding in Advocacy Day K
Gov. Evers Praises Health Care Workers, Announces Signing of Two Bipartisan Bills on Advocacy Day
Lawmakers Discuss Health Care Workforce, Insurance Related Challenges During Legislative Panel
03.24.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 12
WHA Applauds Speaker Vos, Majority Leader LeMahieu and Governor Evers for Passing and Enacting AB 96
DHS to Study Wisconsin’s Long-Term Care System
OCI Takes Action Against Unlicensed Business Selling Limited Term Health Plans
WHA Health Care Workforce Forum to Seek Collaborative Solutions to Worker Shortage
Acts of Violence Against Health Care Workers is Now a Felony in Wisconsin
WHA Member Health Systems Urge Congress to Make Hospital at Home Program Permanent
President Signs FY 2022 Spending Bill Including Temporary Telehealth Extensions & 340B Flexibilities
WHA Health Care Leadership Academy Attendees Learn Value of WHAIC Data Tools to Decision Making
03.17.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 11
WHA Report: Wisconsin’s Health Care Workforce Reached Tipping Point in 2021
DHS Secretary-Designee Timberlake Headlines WHA-Sponsored WHN Newsmaker Event
WHA Health Care Workforce Forum to Seek Collaborative Solutions to Worker Shortage
NEXT WEEK: Advocacy Day 2022, Virtual
WHA Cautions Medical Examining Board – New Chaperone Proposal Still Costly
WHA Voices Support for Easing Licensure Delays at Assembly Informational Hearing
WHA Foundation Report Highlights Investments, Program Outcomes
Application Period for WHA Foundation 2022 Simulation Lab Scholarships Now Open
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: March is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month
In Memoriam: Diane Postler-Slattery
03.10.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 10
Senate Concurs in Legislation Making Threats of Violence to Health Care Workers a Felony
Governor Signs Bills to Help Open Pathways for Veterans with Health Care Experience
Advocacy Day Speakers and Agenda Confirmed
REMINDER: Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit 2022 Kick-off
WHA Urges CMS to Improve Prior Authorization and Other Insurer Issues in Proposed Medicare Advantage
Public Policy Council Meets to Discuss Workforce, End of Legislative Session
Hospital and DQA Leaders Meet to Discuss Key Survey Issues
WHA Health Care Leadership Academy Participants Learn the Importance of Executive Project Sponsorshi
WHA Council on Workforce Development Discusses Strategies to Grow Faster and Bounce Back from Pandem
In Memoriam: Terri L. Potter
03.03.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 9
WHA Launches Inaugural Health Care Leadership Academy
DOJ Sues to Block UnitedHealth Group’s Acquisition of Change HealthCare
WHA Advocacy Results in Changes to Costly MEB and Physician Assistant Rules
New Physician Assistant Licensure Rules Simplified, as Recommended by WHA
Grassroots Spotlight: Congressman Grothman Visits Waupun Memorial Hospital and ThedaCare Medical Cen
WHA Hosts Blood Drive
02.24.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 8
WHA February Board Meeting Lays Groundwork for Strategy Development
Court Rules Certain Payment Portions of CMS Regulation on No Surprises Act Must Be Set Aside
One Month Out, Advocacy Day Registrations Top 500
Join Us for the Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit 2022 Kick-Off
Assembly Passes Legislation Making Threats of Violence to Health Care Workers a Felony
Assembly Health Committee Holds Hearing on Bills Addressing Problematic Health Insurer Practices
Wisconsin Medical Society Names Beloit Health Care’s Roger Kapoor Young Physician Leader of the Year
02.17.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 7
Wisconsin Policy Forum Study Documents Public Health Capabilities, Challenges
Join WHA in Washington, D.C., April 25-26 for AHA Annual Meeting
Fort McCoy Celebrates End of Operation Allies Welcome
02.10.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 6
Senate, Assembly Leaders Introduce Bill Creating Felony for Threats to Health Care Workers
Sign up for Legislative Visits at Advocacy Day 2022
Medicare to Cover At-Home COVID Tests this Spring
Leaders to State’s Top Associations Discuss Leadership, Advocacy and Impact
Grassroots Spotlight: WHA joins RWHC to Advocate for Rural Health Care
WHA Urges U.S. Senate HELP Committee to Include Hospital and Health System Support in Pandemic Prepa
02.03.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 5
Enrollment in Health Insurance Exchange Marketplace on the Rise for 2022
WHA Council on Workforce Development Recommits to Addressing Workforce Challenges in 2022
Health Care Advocates Share Perspectives on Industry Trends at Mega Healthcare Conference
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: February is American Heart Month
WADVS Announces the Installation of Five New Officers and Appointment of One New Regional Representa
01.27.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 4
Dr. Scott Gottlieb to Keynote WHA’s Advocacy Day
Coverage of COVID-19 Treatment Varies by Insurer
“What Cancer Patient Should Have to Go Through This?”
Bausch Joins WHA Quality Team
Insurance Commissioner Memo to Health Plans “Strongly Encourages” Telehealth Coverage Parity
WHA Post-Acute Care Workgroup Discusses Key Issues in First Meeting of 2022
Bipartisan Letter from Nearly 200 Members of Congress Asks Feds to Crack Down on Traveling Nurse Sta
01.20.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 3
Wisconsin RN Renewals Now Open
Member Benefit: WHA Speaker Bureau
Hospital Leaders Brief Wisconsin Congressional Delegation on Hospital Capacity Challenges Under Omic
01.13.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 2
Advocacy Day Registration Now Open
Senate Committee Hears Hospital-at-Home Legislation
Starting Jan. 15, Insurers Required to Cover At-Home COVID Tests
WHA Asks Wis. Congressional Delegation to Join Bipartisan Letter Requesting Investigation into Anti
WHA Resource Spotlight: Health Care Workplace Violence Prevention Resources for WHA Members
First Social Determinants of Health Webinar Series Session Announced
01.06.2022
The Valued Voice Vol 66, Issue 1
Registration Coming Soon: WHA's Advocacy Day - March 23, 2022
Wisconsin Hospitals PAC & Conduit Sets New Fundraising Record in 2021
I'm a hospice physician in Wisconsin. I'm still watching people die from COVID. Please get the facts
After Hospitals Push Back, United Clarifies ED Policy
WHA Introduces Social Determinants of Health Webinar Series
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: Winter Sports Injuries