Data Challenges Perceptions with Reality of Health Care Cost and Quality

When I started to examine data about care cost and quality, I was reminded of the difference between perception and reality. My perception was that small, independent facilities…

Health Policy

New Definition of Full-time Getting Attention

Employers around the country are starting to make their voices heard in Washington…

ERISA the employee retirement income security act

Health Policy

Can State Action Pose a Threat to ERISA Plans?

Can state action pose a threat to ERISA plans? The Wisconsin Assembly has…

Members & Employers

Wisconsin Health Information Organization

The ongoing campaign to obtain better information to compare hospitals and physicians may…

Health Policy

The Alliance Day on the Hill Takes Employers’ Concerns to State Capitol

Leaders from Gov. Scott Walker’s office and the Wisconsin Assembly and Senate Health…

Members & Employers

Self-funded Plans Gain Steam in the Private Sector

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) appears to be prompting more employers to choose…

Alliance Announcements

Another Benefit of Cooperative Membership: Allocated Equity

The benefits of cooperative membership are many. This January, they added up to…

Health Policy

Pay or Play Rules Released, More Regs Coming

On January 2, 2013, the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) released long awaited proposed…

Members & Employers

Survey Explores the Value of HSA-qualified plans

A new study examines how employers are using health savings accounts (HSA-qualified plans).…