Valued Voice

Christian MoranThe Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) is pleased to welcome Christian Moran, who joined the organization on June 9 as Senior Director of Medicaid & Payer Reimbursement Policy. 

Moran brings more than a decade of experience in Medicaid policy and public service to his new role. His career includes serving in multiple roles within the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Medicaid program, as well as working in the state legislature, including on the influential Joint Finance Committee. 

Most recently, Moran was director of the bureau of programs and policy at DHS, where he oversaw strategic direction and overall management of Medicaid managed care programs spanning both acute and long-term care. His previous roles at DHS include deputy director for the bureau of systems management, section manager for claims operations and section manager for hospital rate setting and policy in the Bureau of Fiscal Management. 

“Christian’s deep knowledge of Wisconsin’s Medicaid program and extensive experience in reimbursement policy make him an incredible asset to WHA and our members,” said WHA President and CEO Kyle O’Brien. “He’s joining the team at a critical time for Medicaid and payer reimbursement policy, and we are excited to have his leadership as we navigate these important issues.” 

Moran holds two master’s degrees — one in media studies from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and another in public affairs from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s La Follette School of Public Affairs. 

“I’m excited to join the talented team at WHA and to continue working on policy issues that have a direct impact on the health care system in Wisconsin,” said Moran. “WHA’s work on behalf of hospitals and the patients they serve is more important than ever and I’m honored to be part of it.”