The collaborative began in 2006
In the face of impending changes to hospice reimbursement, we embarked on sustainability measures, including creating a provider network. Here is our story.
2006-2012
At the collaborative’s inception, our primary focus was how to counteract for-profit competitors that had recently entered the south central Wisconsin market.
2012-2016
During this period WHPCC implemented more structure and outlined our purpose, values, vision, and process to admit new members. We standardized documentation, as well as eligibility and related/unrelated determinations. We discussed regulatory issues, benchmarked quality, created joint purchasing agreements and shared best practices.
2017-2018
We explored ways to re-establish a state association and worked with the Department of Health Services to update Chapter 131-Hospice Regulations. Approved a 2018-2020 strategic plan and began to explore developing a provider network.
2019-2020
WHPCC formally incorporated as a 501c3 organization.
Work began to build a provider network and create a governance structure. Contracts executed for a Supportive Care Management pilot with WEA/Health Traditions.
2021
Supportive Care Management program with Health Traditions and WEA Trust begins.
2022 and beyond
Adoray Home Health & Hospice joins WHPCC.
Members are committed to reduce costs, improve quality and enhance access for seniors throughout Wisconsin to a full spectrum of services for people with serious illness.