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01.06.2017
Walker Calls Special Session, Orders New Agency Actions in Fight against Opioid Abuse
CMS Releases Initial Guidance on Section 603 Policy, HOPDs
President’s Column: Unwind Obamacare with Caution
WHAIC Announces Changes to Data Submission Format
Grassroots Spotlight: Rep. Nygren Visits HSHS Libertas Marinette
Major Changes to PDMP to Occur January 17
Allen Joins WHA Quality Team
Early Bird Discount for WHA Physician Leadership Conference Ends January 15
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: January is Cervical Cancer Screening Month
01.13.2017
Assembly Health Chair Sanfelippo says Maintaining Coverage is “Priority #1”
Walker Celebrates Wisconsin’s High-Quality Health Care in State of State Address
Medicaid Eligibility Requirements Discussed by Walker, State Lawmakers
Worker’s Comp Rating Bureau: Wisconsin’s “Got a Good Thing Going”
WHA Seeks Vice President of Workforce & Clinical Practice
Member News: Coffman Chair-elect of AHA’s Section for Small or Rural Hospitals Council
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: January 23-29 is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
01.20.2017
WHA Launches Physician Quality Academy, Registration Now Open
WHA, Hospitals Asked to Testify at Assembly Mental Health Committee
New ePDMP launched January 17
Save-the-Date: Advocacy Day 2017 – April 19 in Madison
Register Today for WHA Physician Leadership Development Conference
Reminder: Meaningful Use Attestation Deadlines for 2016
01.27.2017
Invite your Physicians to WHA Physician Quality Academy
WHA Participates in CMS Rural Health Care Listening Session
Speaker Vos Submits Letter to Chairman Chaffetz on RACs, Mixed-Use Space
Borgerding Named to AHA Physician Leadership Advisory Committee
WHA Physician Leadership Development Conference, March 10-11, 2017
WHA Foundation Announces Scholarships for Hospital Team Simulation Training
In Memoriam: Eugene “Gene” W. Arnett
Influenza Activity Increasing in Wisconsin
02.03.2017
WHA Launches Physician Quality Academy
Amy Walter to Keynote WHA Advocacy Day 2017 on April 19
Jacobson Appoints Subcommittee on ACA
WHA Post-Acute Care Work Group Organizes; Focuses on Access
WHA Meets With Delegation about ACA
Register Today: WHA Physician Leadership Development Conference
340B “Mega-Guidance” Withdrawn
WHA Actively Monitors President’s Executive Order Imposing Temporary Travel Ban
Webinar Series Focuses on CMS CAH Conditions of Participation Compliance
Carpenter Named to AHA Board of Trustees
Member News: Helmers Named Regional VP, Mayo Clinic Health System Northwest Wisconsin
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
02.10.2017
DHS Sec. Seemeyer Provides Key Insight on Medicaid Block Grant Debate
Group Insurance Board Approves Self-Funding State Employee Health Care
Governor Walker Introduces Budget Bill with Education Aid Focus
Guest Column: Doc to Doc: Welcome to the Physician Quality Academy
Register Now for the 2017 WHA Physician Quality Academy
WHA in DC, Focus on Rural Hospitals
WHA Sponsors WisconsinEye 2017 State Budget Coverage
DHS Report Highlights Opioid Overdose and Death Rates in Wisconsin
CMS Extends 2016 EHR Attestation Deadline
02.17.2017
Register Now for WHA Advocacy Day 2017, April 19
Worker’s Comp Research Shows Positive Results for Wisconsin
Expansion of Rural Broadband Grant Program Proposed in New Bill
President’s Column: Obamacare Debate Brings High Stakes for Wisconsin
Grassroots Spotlight: Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Hosts Milwaukee Legislators
Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Status and Guidance Discussed at MEB
Enroll Your Physicians Today in WHA Physician Quality Academy
WHA Hosts Webinar on New CMS Regulations on Emergency Preparedness
Registration is still open for the 2017 WHA Physician Leadership Development Conference
WisHHRA Annual Conference for Health Care HR Professionals, April 5-7
Member News: SSM Health Names Laura Kaiser as next President/CEO
Influenza Hitting Communities, Schools, Long-Term Care
02.24.2017
Governor’s Opioid Task Force Bills Introduced
Hundreds Already Registered for WHA Advocacy Day 2017, April 19
WHA Hosts Webinar on New CMS Regulations on Emergency Preparedness
Final Chance to Register for WHA Physician Leadership Development Conference
Grassroots Spotlight: Sen. Testin Visits Tomah Memorial Hospital
Register Now for the 2017 WHA Physician Quality Academy
In Memoriam: Ray Marmorstone
WCMEW Seeks Program Analyst
25th Annual $2,500 UW Rural Health Prize - June 1 Deadline
03.03.2017
Wisconsin Hospitals Continue to Improve Quality, Reduce Infections, Increase Value
WHA Board Subcommittee on Health Care Reform Discusses WHA Priorities
Gov. Scott Walker Confirmed As WHA Advocacy Day 2017 Luncheon Keynote
Start 2017 off Strong—Contribute Today to WI Hospitals State PAC & Conduit
WHA Board Officers Send Delegation Letter on ACA
WHA to Serve on Connected Aging Communities Advisory Board
Bipartisan, WHA-Supported Legislation will Expand Use of Dental Hygienists
WHA Hosts Webinar on New CMS Regulations on Emergency Preparedness
WONE Annual Convention for Nurse Leaders and Managers, April 26-28
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: March is Brain Injury Awareness Month
03.10.2017
U.S. House Republicans Release ACA Repeal and Replacement Draft
WHA Physician Leaders Council Requests Additional MEB Clarity on PDMP Compliance
Wisconsin Hospitals Slash Readmission Rates, Penalties through Partnerships with Hospital Associatio
WHA Post-Acute Care Work Group Refines Focus, Develops Guiding Principles
Dozens of Hospital/System Leaders Send Joint Letters to Congress
WHA Board Chair Jacobson Talks ACA Repeal in Modern Healthcare
American Hospital Association Annual Meeting
President Issues New Executive Order Imposing Temporary Travel Ban
2017 Advocacy Day: Register Today!
Enroll Your Physicians Today in WHA Physician Quality Academy
Hospitals Participate in HIIN Quality Training
03.17.2017
Commonwealth Ranks Wisconsin Health System Performance 11th Best in Nation
Legislators Introduce Bills to Improve Access and Quality in Rural Wisconsin
New Legislator Profile: Rep. David Crowley (D-Milwaukee)
CBO Scores American Health Care Act Proposal
WHA Advocacy Day Registrations Top 600
PDMP Intent and Compliance Discussed by State Boards
New and Seasoned Physician Leaders Find WHA Conference Valuable
WHA Physician Academy Helps Build Quality Improvement Foundation
WHA Member Directory Now Posted on "Members Only" Portal at WHA.org
03.24.2017
AHCA Faces House Vote
WHA Advocacy Day Legislative Leadership Panel Confirmed
2017 WI Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Kick-off Breakfast, April 19
WHA Testifies in Favor of Bill to Increase Access to Dental Services
WCMEW Discusses Legislative Initiatives, Key Workforce Issues
Partners of WHA Donates $2.13 million & 1.39 million Volunteer Hours in 2016
Grassroots Spotlight: Rep. Amy Loudenbeck meets with Hospital Leaders in Beloit to Discuss Medicaid
2017 Wisconsin Rural Stroke Conference: April 20
03.31.2017
Wisconsin Medicaid Director Briefs WHA Public Policy Council
PDMP Prescribing Requirement and Other Changes Take Effect April 1
WHA Advocacy Day, April 19, Tops 800
Wisconsin 4th Best State for Doctors
WHA Comments on Preliminary Draft Update to Medicaid Telemedicine Policy
WHA Sponsors WisEye 2017 Coverage of JFC, State Budget
Wisconsin Launches Caregiver Career Program
Register for WHA Physician Quality Academy
04.07.2017
ACA Repeal/Replace, State Budget, Post-Acute Care Top WHA Board Agenda
WHA Testifies on ACA Reform Impact on State’s Medicaid Program
WHA Members Advocate for Medicaid Reimbursement at JFC Hearings
Last Call for Registrations: Advocacy Day April 19
2017 WI Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Kick-off Breakfast, April 19
WHA Announces New Vice President of Workforce and Clinical Practice
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Expedited Process Goes Live
WHA Physician Engagement and Retention Toolkit Presented at Summit
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: April is Donate Life Month
04.14.2017
Register Today for 2017 Wisconsin Rural Health Conference, June 21-23
Give Your Physician Leaders the Foundation to Successfully Lead Quality Improvement
New Legislator Profile: Rep. Ron Tusler (R-Harrison)
Governor Visits Three Hospitals to Celebrate Project SEARCH
Grassroots Spotlight: Rep. Gallagher Visits Door County Medical Center, Sturgeon Bay
WHA Offering Education on Newly Available Expedited Physician Licensure Process
Save the Date: WHA Emergency Preparedness Conference September 20, Madison
04.21.2017
1,000 Hospital Supporters Attend WHA Advocacy Day; 600 Meet with Legislators
600 Citizen Lobbyists Tell Their Legislators to Support Hospitals
In Today’s Political Environment, Walter’s Advice is "Embrace Uncertainty"
Walker a "Valued Partner" with Wisconsin Hospitals, Health Systems and WHA
Legislative Leaders Diverge on Policy Issues, but Agree Health Care is an Asset
Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Receives WHA 2017 Advocacy All-Star Award
Sanfelippo Receives WHA 2017 Health Care Advocate Award
After WHA Briefing, Citizen Lobbyists Head to Capitol to Meet with Legislators
U.S. Rep. Duffy Meets with Hospital/System Leaders, Discusses Health Reform
Member News: ThedaCare Names Imran Andrabi, MD New President and CEO
04.28.2017
Legislative Leaders Differ on ACA Positions; Support Increased Medicaid Funding
WHA Advocacy Day 2017: The Day in Photos
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Top $100,000
WHA Post-Acute Care Work Group Dives into Population Health, Other Issues
Include Your Hospital Trustees at This Year’s Rural Health Conference
Joint Finance Co-Chair Nygren Meets with Local Hospital Leaders
WHA Provides Medicare PPS Rule Summaries and Hospital-Specific Analysis on Medicare Reimbursement
05.05.2017
WHA Board Members Testify in Support of Rural Health Care Legislation
U.S. House Passes American Health Care Act
Panel Ponders Medicaid Waivers, AHCA, Funding Impacts to Providers, Patients
Reminder: Register by June 7 for the 2017 Wisconsin Rural Health Conference
Jacobson Joins Health Care Leaders to Discuss Medicaid, ACA, Health Reform
Grassroots Spotlight: Ministry Health Care Leaders Meet with Rep. Shankland
WHA’s Borgerding Featured at WMGMA 2017 Annual Conference
WHA Offers Education on Newly Available Expedited Physician Licensure Process
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: May is National Stroke Awareness Month
WHA Advocacy Day 2017: Photos now on Facebook
Give Your Physicians the Foundation to Successfully Lead Quality Improvement
05.12.2017
WHA, Members in DC to Discuss AHCA
Fee Schedule Again Proposed for Worker’s Compensation
Wisconsin Ranked Top State for Nurses; Among Top Ten States for Senior Health
Finance Committee Amends Budget to Include Practitioner Agent Clarification for ePDMP
Kleinke and Quinones Keynote 2017 Rural Health Conference, June 21-23
Nurses Recognized with Specialty License Plate
Call for Nominations: 2017 Global Vision Community Partnership Award
05.19.2017
WHA Comments on Medicaid Waiver Proposal
WHA Physician Leaders Council Discusses PDMP, AHCA
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit
WHA, WMS Make Joint Proposal on PDMP Rule to Facilitate EHR Interoperability
WHA Presents Emergency Preparedness Conference, September 20 in Madison
Plan to Attend 2017 Rural Health Conference, June 21-23
WHA Launches Physician Quality Academy
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: May is National Bike Month
05.26.2017
Budget Committee Increases State Medicaid DSH Investment by $25 Million
Revised Coverage, Spending Impacts of American Health Care Act Released
Group Insurance Board Considers 2018 Plan Structure
Hartberg Testifies in Senate Committee on Advanced Practice Clinician Legislation
Proposed PPS Rules for Post-Acute Care Settings Released
Healthy Wisconsin Initiative to Focus Statewide Efforts on Key Health Issues
WHA Member Directory Posted on “Members Only” Portal at WHA.org
Register Today for 2017 Rural Health Conference, June 21-23
WHA Emergency Preparedness Conference, September 20 in Madison
Member News: Sauk Prairie Healthcare Names New CEO
06.02.2017
Tech Council’s Still: WI High-Quality Health Care is a Key Business Advantage
WHA Advocacy Committee Chair Provides 2017 Fundraising Update
Last Chance to Register: 2017 Wisconsin Rural Health Conference
2018 Wisconsin Broadband Expansion Grant Funding Now Available
WHA Hospital Emergency Preparedness Conference: Ready to Respond
06.09.2017
AHCA Medicaid Funding Disparity For Wisconsin: $36.9 Billion Less
Budget Leaders Discuss Medicaid Waiver: Nygren says, "Wisconsin should be rewarded for what Wisconsi
WHA, Board Officers Meet With Speaker Ryan
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Approaches $150,000
DHS Submits Waiver for Medicaid Childless Adults
New Resource Connects Job Seekers with Health Careers
Medicaid Coverage More Important in Rural Wisconsin than Metropolitan Areas
WI BON Unanimously Favors Joining Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact
WHA To Participate in AHA Rural Hospital Policy Forum
Call for Nominations: 2017 Global Vision Community Partnership Award
HSHS appoints Johnson as new System VP and Chief Physician Executive
Devine to Retire, Livingston Named New AboutHealth CEO
06.16.2017
Joint Finance Committee Rejects Self-Funding Contracts
DHS Announces New GME Grant Opportunities for WI Hospitals, Health Systems
WHA Comments on CMS Proposed IPPS Rule
President’s Column: The AHCA’s Painful Contradiction
HSHS Western WI’s Joan Coffman Receives AHA Grassroots Champion Award
CMS Releases Interpretative Guidelines for Emergency Preparedness Final Rule
WHA Emergency Preparedness Conference, September 20 in Madison
WHA Webinar Focuses on CMS Episode Payment Models Final Rule
WCMEW Hears New, Existing Health Care Workforce Initiatives
Save the Date for WCMEW Annual Conference: September 27
New Medicare Cards Offer Greater Protection
Member News: Normington-Slay Named President of Ascension North Central Region Hospitals
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: June is Cataract Awareness Month
Here’s How to Be a Featured Employer on JobCenterofWisconsin.com
06.23.2017
WHA: U.S. Senate Health Care Bill Falls Far Short
Business and Health Care Organizations Join WHA in Letter to Sen. Johnson
WHA-Supported Dental Hygiene Legislation Signed Into Law
WHA Post-Acute Work Group Discusses Best Practices for Care Transitions
Wisconsin Hospitals Embark on the HRO Journey
Member News: Ross Named President of Select Specialty, Madison
Member News: Barth Named CEO of Aspirus Langlade Hospital
Member News: Aspirus Langlade Hospital CEO Dave Schneider Retires
Announcing Newly Revised Resources for Community Health Needs Assessments
06.30.2017
U. S. Senate Delays Vote on Better Care Reconciliation Act
WI Rural Health Conference: WHA, RWHC Committed to Common Goals
Tom Still: Wisconsin Faces Health Care Aid Disparity
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Fundraising Passes Half Way Mark
Wisconsin Workers Comp Premiums Plummet
WCMEW Announces Fall Workforce Conference
Hrenak Joins WHA Government Relations Team
Grassroots Spotlight: HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Hosts Rep. Rob Summerfield
WHA Encourages Response to Important AHA Survey on Lean Implementation
Registration Open for Fall Cohort of WHA Physician Quality Academy
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: Play it Safe with Fireworks
07.07.2017
Court of Appeals Removes Non-Economic Damage Cap
AHA Rural Policy Forum Expanded To Incorporate BCRA DC Fly-In
Court Decision Risks Patient Access to Health Care
WHA 2017 Nominating Awards Committee Seeking Nominations
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit—Next Contributor List to Run July 14
Recent Announcements on Public Health Reporting for Meaningful Use & MIPS
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month
07.14.2017
High Risk Pools Could Help Stabilize Individual Insurance Market if Done Right
Obamacare Replacements Continue to Shortchange Wisconsin
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit at $175,000
WHA Comments to CMS on Medicaid Waiver Proposal
Grassroots Spotlight: Rep. Kind Visits Richland Hospital and Medical Center
CMS Releases 2018 OPPS/ASC and Physician Payment Proposed Rules
eNLC, Regulatory Reform Top Agenda at WHA Workforce Development Council
Registration Now Available for WCMEW Fall Conference
WHA Offers Active Shooter Response Training September 20
WI-Trac Bed Management System Used in Emergency, Non-Emergency Events
07.21.2017
WHA Weighs in on Health Reform and the Future of Medicaid at WHN Conference
WHA, Rural Leaders on Capitol Hill
Wisconsin Rural Critical Access Hospitals Best in Nation in Quality
Governor Signs Special Session Opioid Bills
WHA Presents Emergency Preparedness Conference, September 20 in Madison
WHA 2017 Nominating and Awards Committee Seeking Nominations
WHA Education: Health Care Administrative Professionals Conference, Oct. 5
Medicaid EHR Incentive Program Now Accepting Program Year 2017 Applications
Midwest Forum on Hospitals, Health Systems & Pop. Health Set Nov. 29-Dec. 1
07.28.2017
ACA Repeal, Replace Attempts Fail in U.S. Senate
WHA Board Planning Session Sets Stage for New Initiatives, Strategic Plan
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Reach $179,000
WHA Offers Active Shooter Response Training September 20
2018 Updates for the Chargemaster: December 1 Seminar
NE Wisconsin Hospitals Complete Emergency Response Exercise
08.04.2017
Market Uncertainty Causing Insurer Exits, Possible Premium Increases in WI
Job Opportunities Abound in Wisconsin Hospitals, Health Systems
WHA Supports Advancing eNLC as Current Compact Shrinks to 4 States
WHA Urges Washington to Act on Health Care
WHA Telemedicine Work Group/DHS Discuss Future Medicaid Telemedicine Policy
Pharmacy Interns Now Able to Immunize Kids
Stark-Related Provisions Moves Forward in U.S. House
A to Zika: What’s Next in Infectious Disease Outbreaks?
Coffman Named President/CEO of HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur, Ill.
WHA Offers Fall and Injury Prevention Workshop Oct. 11
Wisconsin Celebrates Rural Health Day, November 16
WI-ORH Offers Rural Hospital Finance Workshop, August 29
WHA Hosts Patient Engagement Workshops
WCMEW Conference Focus on Future Health Care Workforce Challenges
08.11.2017
WHA Analysis: Insurer Exits Likely to Leave Fewer Choices on WI’s Exchange
WHA Letter to Delegation: Stabilize the Exchange Market
U.S. Rep. Grothman Hears About Market Instability, 340B, HOPD and Medicare Extenders
Why Contribute to the WI Hospitals PAC/Conduit in a Non-Election Year?
WCMEW Conference Tackles Care Delivery through Expert Panels
Updated Guidance for Zika Testing in Pregnant Women
2018 Inpatient PPS Final Rule Released
08.18.2017
CBO Says Not Funding CSRs Will Increase Federal Deficit by $194 Million;
CMS Proposed Rule Significantly Alters Bundled Payment Programs
WI Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Surpasses $200,000
Active Shooter, Cyber Threats, Infectious Disease Outbreaks: Be Ready to Respond
HSHS St. Clare Hosts U.S. Rep. Gallagher for Health Care Roundtable
DSPS Webinar to Provide Update, Receive Feedback on ePDMP
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: Protect Your Children’s Eyes During the Eclipse—and Alwa
08.25.2017
Wisconsin Health Care Best in the Nation
Governor Walker Touts Wisconsin #1 Health Care Ranking
What’s Next for WI in Health Reform Tops WHA Public Policy Council Agenda
WCAC Again Seeks Government Fee Schedule for Medical Services
Six Health Plans to Leave State Employee Health Care Program
DHS Publishes Clarifications to Medicaid Telehealth Policy
WHA Submits Comments on Improving Medicare
Important Reminder: Chapter 153 Data Submission Format Changes Required
WHA Quality Forum Launches September 1
Prepare Your Chargemaster for 2018: Register Today
WHA Education: Health Care Administrative Professionals Conference, Oct. 5
09.01.2017
GIB Finalizes State Employee Choices and Premiums for 2018
WHA Post-Acute Work Group Tackles EHR Interoperability and Other Issues
Next Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC/Conduit Contributor List Runs Sept. 15
Patient Safety Tools/Concepts the Focus of First WHA Quality Forum Session
Help Physicians Improve Quality at the WHA Physician Quality Academy
Grassroots Spotlight: Sen. Testin Joins WHA Western Region, Discusses Rural Health Care Issues
Grassroots Spotlight: Rep. Gallagher Attends WHA Medicare Roundtable
Hurricane Harvey and How You Can Help
Active Shooter, Cyber Threats, Infectious Disease Outbreaks: Be Ready to Respond
WCMEW Workforce Summit Features President-elect, AAFP
Wisconsin Fast Forward Grant Writing Training Available
Member News: Borowski Named President of Hudson Hospital & Clinic
Member News: SSM Health Names Layman President, St. Mary’s Hospital - Janesville
09.08.2017
JFC Wraps Up Budget Work, Sends Amended Bill to Full Legislature
Six Lawmakers Circulate WHA-Supported Legislation to Keep Wisconsin in Nurse Licensure Compact
DHS Discontinues Outpatient Behavioral Health Prior Authorization Requirements
WHA Quality Forum: Patient Safety Tools & Concepts, Oct. 17
Active Shooter, Cyber Threats, Infectious Disease Outbreaks: Be Ready to Respond
Register Now: Midwest Forum on Hospitals, Health Systems, Population Health
Next Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC/Conduit Contributor List Runs Sept. 15
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
09.15.2017
Health Committee Leaders, WHA Host Capitol Briefing on Health Care Quality
WHA Sponsors Statewide Ad Campaign: WI is #1 In Health Care!
Wisconsin Hospitals PAC/Conduit Contributor List
New Census Bureau Report Shows Wisconsin Uninsured Rate at Just 5.3%
Board of Nursing Recognizes WHA’s Work on eNLC Legislation
WHA Submits Comment Letters to CMS
UW Study: Over Half of Physician Workday Spent in EHR
WHA Selected to Present at WCMEW Conference
Hurricane Irma Update from AHA and How You Can Help
26th Annual $2,500 UW Rural Health Prize – Enter by June 1, 2018
09.22.2017
Governor Walker Signs State Budget into Law with Health Care Investments
Graham-Cassidy-Heller-Johnson Bill Recognizes Wisconsin’s Innovative Reforms
Key to Successful Emergency/Crisis Management is Preparation, Practice
Patient Safety Tools & Concepts Focus of First Quality Forum Session, Oct. 17
WHA Foundation’s 2017 Global Vision Award Honors Dental Clinic and Mental Health Resources Program
WHA Education: Health Care Administrative Professionals Conference, Oct. 5
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month
09.29.2017
Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers Introduce WHA-led Emergency Detention Reform Bill
BON Chair, WHA Testify Together to Maintain Nurse Licensure Compact in WI
WisEye Releases Documentary: “Straight Forward: The Truth About Addiction”
WCMEW Conference Focus on Collaboration, Health Care Workforce Issues
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: Number of Births to Women Over Age 35 Increases
10.06.2017
Worker’s Comp Premiums Drop Again—And Without a Government Fee Schedule
WHA Physician Leaders Council Discusses EHR Workload; Public Policy
Fundraising Campaign Needs Your Help!
Wisconsin Ranks 2nd in Nation in Electronic Health Records
Congress Begins Action on CHIP; 340B Dear Colleagues
Court Announces Retirement; Dibbert, Allen Will Lead WHA Quality Improvement Program
WI Hospitals Drive Down Infections
Partners of WHA Recognize, Celebrate Volunteer Excellence at Annual Convention
Partners of WHA Honors Javon Bea with “Best of the Best Administrative Award”
Kleinke to Headline Second Annual WISHIN 2017 HIE Summit, Nov. 9
The Wisconsin Association of Nurse Anesthetists (WIANA) Turns 80
Member News: HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital Names Oland CEO
Member News: Aurora’s Kingston Elected to Top AONE Post
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
10.13.2017
Newest WHA WiPricePoint.org Release Expands Health Care Price Information
WI Gears Up for Exchange Open Enrollment Amid Shifting Market Dynamics
Will You Help The WI Hospitals State PAC/Conduit Raise $50k in 50 Days?
Workforce Council Explores Career Pathways & Pathway Funding
Health Systems Share Opioid Strategies at Coalition Meeting
WHA Hosting Webinar on ePDMP Medical Coordinator Access
Luchsinger Joins WHA Quality Department
Grassroots Spotlight: Rep. Zimmerman Speaks at WHA West Central Region Annual Trustee Forum
10.20.2017
WHA Continues to Make Progress on 2017 Goals as New Projects, Issues Arise
Boatwright to Serve as WHA 2018 Chair-Elect
Wisconsin Hospitals PAC/Conduit: 270 Contributors Made “The List!”
WHA Board Approves Nominating Committee Recommendations
BON Chair, WHA Testify Together at Senate Hearing in Support of eNLC
WHA Comments on CMS’ Proposed Changes to Bundled Payments
In Memorium: Debbie Rickelman
Great Lakes Partners for Patients Celebrates First Anniversary of Hospital Improvement Innovation Ne
AHA Creates Online Enrollment Resources
10.27.2017
Rogers, Beloit Memorial Join WHA in Testifying on Emergency Detention Bill
Webinar on ePDMP Medical Coordinator Access, Nov. 7
WI Hospitals State PAC/Conduit: $50K In 50 Days?
Amery Hospital & Clinic Trustee Honored with WHA Award
Grassroots Spotlight: U.S. Rep. Grothman Attends WHA Roundtable Discussion
WHA Quality Forum Launches with Patient Safety Tools and Concepts
Egle joins WHA as Receptionist
Prepare Your Chargemaster for 2018: Register Today
Member News: Stoughton Hospital President/CEO Brenny Announces Retirement
11.03.2017
Hospitals Find Experienced Nursing, Entry-Level Positions Difficult to Fill
State Senate, Assembly Approve WHA State Legislative Priorities
CMS Finalized Significant Payment Cut to Certain 340B Hospitals
WI Hospitals State PAC/Conduit Campaign
Annual WHA Physician Leadership Development Conference, March 9-10, 2018
WHA’s Special Needs Dental Patients Work Group Begins its Work
Be Involved: Join a WHA Council or Committee
Grassroots Spotlight: Grassroots Efforts Help Buoy eNLC Passage
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: November is National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
11.10.2017
WHA Opposes Bond Provision in House Tax Bill
WI Health News Panel: Wisconsin Worker’s Comp Works Now Without a Fee Schedule
Tom Still Column: Why health care can attract business, workers
NPR’s Mara Liasson to Keynote Advocacy Day 2018 on March 21
Assembly, Senate Wrap Up Fall Floor Session
Wisconsin Tied for 4th in the Nation for Most Top-Rated Health Plans
Quality Payment Program Final Rule Issued November 2
CMS Releases Final 2018 Physician Payment Rule
Northwest WI Health Care Coalition Conducts Virtual Emergency Prep Exercise
Gov. Walker Proclaims November 16 Wisconsin Rural Health Day
11.17.2017
OCI Evaluates Options to Stabilize Individual Market as Costs Rise, Insurers Exit
WI Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Appeal of Medmal Cap Case
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Tops $280,000
Encourage Physician Leaders to Attend WHA Physician Leadership Conference
Tax Bills Moving in Congress
Medicare Extenders (MDH/LVA) Proposal
2018 Advocacy Day
340B Legal, Legislative Advocacy Begins Over CMS Reimbursement Cut
Wisconsin Fast Forward Grant Writing Training Available
Member News: Euclide New CEO at Rusk County Memorial Hospital
11.22.2017
Wisconsin Hospitals’ Statewide Community Impact Totals $1.8 Billion
Register Your Team Today for Advocacy Day 2018 – March 21 in Madison
President’s Column: Giving Thanks for Our Members
Register Today for 2018 WHA Physician Leadership Development Conference
WHA to DHS: Don’t Overlook Psychiatrists in Outpatient Behavioral Health Payment Increase
DHS Releases Emergency Preparedness Toolkits
Attestation System for Medicaid EHR Incentive Program Re-Opens
AHA Award for Community Collaboration – Get Recognized!
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: November is COPD Awareness Month
12.01.2017
WHA to Hill: Protect 340B, Retain PABs, Fund CHIP/Extenders
Governor Walker Signs WHA Team-Based Care Bill
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit: $50K in 50 Days?
Guest Column: Don’t Settle for a Job When You Can Build a Career
WHA Joins 23 State Hospital Associations in 340B Amicus
WHA Welcomes CMS Region V Liaison Oluyemisi Aderomilehin
Remember the WHA Foundation During the Season of Giving
Gundersen Health System and Ashley: Improving Health, Reducing Costs
12.08.2017
WHA Board Reviews 2017 as New Issues, Goals Take Shape for 2018
WHA Physician Leaders Council Discusses EHR Workload; Psychiatrist Reimbursement Advocacy
Wisconsin Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Tops $300,000
Dave Breitbach Honored with WHA Distinguished Service Award
HSHS Eastern Wisconsin Division Hospital Trustee Honored with WHA Award
WHA Offers 2018 Physician Quality Academy, May 15-16
12.15.2017
Gov. Walker Joins WHA in Support of Tax-Exempt Financing
WHA Applauds Gov. Walker, Legislature for Supporting Nurse Licensure Compact
WI Hospitals State PAC & Conduit Surpasses Fundraising Goal!
WHA Testifies in Favor of Aligning State Compound Pharmacy Regulations with National Standards
New, Reappointed Members Join WHA Board
WHA Member Forum Webinar Focuses on New eNLC
WHA Offers 2018 Physician Quality Academy, May 15-16
Add WHA Advocacy Day to Your 2018 Calendar – March 21 in Madison
WHA Joins WPHCA in Asking Congress to Fund Critical Programs
Early Bird Registration Open: WHA Physician Leadership Development Conference
Reducing Workplace Injuries: Mayo Clinic/UW-Eau Claire/Eau Claire Police Department Partner to Curb
Fast Facts from the WHA Information Center: Be Safe in the Cold!
State Influenza Weekly Reports Available on WHA.org
12.21.2017
Lawmakers in Assembly, Senate Say Workers Comp Fee Schedule Unlikely to Pass
Congress Passes Tax Reform Package, Sends to President
DHS Publishes New Increased Outpatient Behavioral Health Rates
WHA Attends CMS Stakeholder Meeting in Chicago
2018 Advocacy Day: Register Today!
NLRB Decision Restores Prior Joint Employer Standard
New Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact Focus of January 16 WHA Webinar
Member News: Wheaton Franciscan’s All Saints Hospital Names McManmon President
12.28.2017
President's Message: WHA 2017 Report Illustrates WHA’s Impact and Relevance
New WHA Legislative and Regulation Summaries on WHA Member Portal
WHA will feature Annual Impact Report Stories in Social Media
WHA Quality Forum: Medical Staff Quality, March 6