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Important Update Regarding UnitedHealthcare (UHC) Coverage

As of October 1, 2025, Madison Medical Affiliates is considered out-of-network with all UnitedHealthcare insurance plans. This change follows the expiration of the contract between Ascension WI & UHC.

We understand how concerning and frustrating this news may be. UHC covers many of our patients and their families, including our own staff. Please know that this development does not change our commitment to providing you with compassionate, high-quality care.

At this time, patients with UHC may experience higher out-of-pocket costs when receiving care at Madison Medical. We encourage you to:

  • Review your insurance benefits to understand how out-of-network coverage works under your specific plan.
  • Visit UnitedHealthcare’s website or call the customer service number on your insurance card for more information about your options.
  • Reach out to our office with questions - we will do our best to guide you and provide support.

While Ascension WI & UHC may continue discussions, we must move forward under this out-of-network status until further notice. We will keep you updated on any changes as soon as we learn more.

For more information, you can visit the official negotiation pages for each organization:

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and trust in Madison Medical Affiliates. We are grateful for the opportunity to care for you and your family.

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Jay Balachandran

Jay Balachandran, M.D.

Dr. Jay Balachandran graduated from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 2003. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, during which time he was named Chief Resident. He has completed fellowship training in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Harvard Medical School and fellowship training in Sleep Medicine at the University of Chicago Medical Center. He is the Chair for Hospital Specialty Medicine at Ascension Columbia St. Mary's and is one of Milwaukee's Top Doctors in Pulmonary/ Critical Care Medicine and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Balachandran is Board Certified in Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine and Sleep Medicine. He is committed to providing personalized, evidence-based care to improve his patients' respiratory and sleep health.

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Seton 104

13133 N. Port Washington Road
Suite 104
Mequon, WI 53097
Appointments: (262)-243-5044

Cathedral Square Pulmonary

788 N. Jefferson Street
Suite 201
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Appointments: (414) 274-6259

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