Health Care
A new model for controlling health costs
A new model of health care delivery is being developed which is designed to address health care costs and quality. The new model that is receiving considerable attention in the health care industry utilizes Accountable Care Organizations.
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation joins national CVS Pharmacy campaign
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has been selected by CVS/pharmacy to participate in a new fundraising campaign called Advancing Medical Research.
Hammer will be next CEO of Rogers Behavioral Health
The board of directors at Rogers Behavioral Health System Inc. in Oconomowoc announced that Patrick Hammer has accepted the position as president and chief executive officer. Hammer will officially take the helm when current president and CEO, David Mouthrop, retires at the end of August.
Marquette Neighborhood Health Center begins midwifery services
The Marquette Neighborhood Health Center, a part of the College of Nursing, started a certified nurse-midwife practice on June 1.
Hammer will be next CEO of Rogers Behavioral Health
The board of directors at Rogers Behavioral Health System Inc. in Oconomowoc announced that Patrick Hammer has accepted the position as president and chief executive officer.
Strattec earns wellness award
Strattec Security Corp. recently received a “Well Deserved” award from UnitedHealthcare of Wisconsin in honor of the company’s commitment to helping employees establish healthy lifestyles through a worksite wellness program. Strattec was one of 12 companies in the nation to receive the annual honor.
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Shorehaven plans layoffs
Shorehaven Behavioral Health Inc., a mental health outpatient clinic whose main location is in Brown Deer, informed the state Department of Workforce Development (DWD) that it plans to lay off dozens of employees.
Wellpoint to acquire 1-800 Contacts
WellPoint Inc., the Indianapolis-based parent licensee of Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin, announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire 1-800 Contacts Inc., the largest direct-to-consumer retailer of contact lenses in the United States.
Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative names executive team
Common Ground Healthcare Cooperative, a new member-governed and operated nonprofit health insurance company serving southeastern Wisconsin, today announced the appointment of its executive team.
Wellpoint to acquire 1-800 Contacts
WellPoint Inc., the Indianapolis-based parent licensee of Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire 1-800 Contacts Inc., the largest direct-to-consumer retailer of contact lenses in the United States.
