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Sep. 14, 2023
Five Wisconsin Rural Hospital Leaders Make Beckers “CEOs To Know” List
Wisconsin hospitals continued to shine this week when Becker's Hospital Review named five Wisconsin rural hospital leaders in their recent list of “CEOs to know," announced Sept. 11.
Rural Health CareArticle
Sep. 14, 2023
Joy Tapper to Step Down from Leading the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership
After nearly 17 years as the leader of the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership (MHCP), Joy Tapper’s last official day as executive director is Sept. 15. Tapper has been the only executive director since MHCP’s inception in 2007, having come to the role with significant experience as an executive leader at the Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare system.
Community BenefitsArticle
Sep. 7, 2023
ProPublica Highlights Labyrinthian Complexity in Appealing Health Insurer Denials
A recent article by ProPublica health care reporter Cheryl Clark exposes the extreme complexity consumers face when trying to appeal health insurance denials. Clark explains how she attempted to create a simple chart for consumers to guide them on how to appeal a health insurance denial.
Health Care ValueArticle
Sep. 7, 2023
Last Chance to Register for WHA Workforce Forum, Sept. 13 in Madison
National speaker Steve Bench, founder of Generational Consulting, will be a keynote speaker at WHA’s second Workforce Forum in Madison Sept. 13. Bench will discuss engagement strategies for attracting and retaining millennials, empowering Generation X, capturing baby boomer wisdom and cultivating future leadership by leveraging the strengths of each generation.
Workforce - AdvocacyArticle
Sep. 7, 2023
Community Benefit Stories for 2023 Report Due Tomorrow
Sept. 8 is the deadline for submitting stories to WHA for inclusion in its 2023 Community Benefits Report. These stories are an important component of WHA’s Community Benefits Report, in addition to Wisconsin hospitals’ financial contributions to community development initiatives.
Community BenefitsArticle
Sep. 7, 2023
CMS Proposes Minimum Staffing in Nursing Homes
On Sept. 1, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule regarding staffing requirements for nursing homes that participate in Medicare and Medicaid.
Licensure & Regulatory ReformArticle
Sep. 7, 2023
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
In the United States, September is known as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 19,000 women are estimated to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2023.
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Aug. 31, 2023
U.S. OIG Reveals Strategic Plan for Oversight of Medicare and Medicaid Managed Care
The U.S. Office of the Inspector General released a new strategic plan, outlining its intent for “rigorous” oversight of Medicare Advantage Organizations (MAOs) and Medicaid managed care organizations (MCOs), saying it must hold these plans accountable.
MedicareArticle
Aug. 31, 2023
Sen. Dianne Hesselbein Joins WHA’s Public Policy Council
Ranking Senate Health Committee member Sen. Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) joined the Wisconsin Hospital Association’s Public Policy Council during a meeting held on Aug. 30.
Health Care Value Licensure & Regulatory ReformArticle
Aug. 31, 2023
Successful Post-acute Care Conference Held in Wisconsin Dells
WHA once again held a successful Post-acute Care Conference in Wisconsin Dells on Aug. 24. Kicking the day off was Dr. Steve Bedwell, physician and stand-up comedian. His keynote address “How to screw up, stress out and get nothing done!” was the perfect introduction to the day.
Post-acute Care