Due to a contract dispute between UnitedHealthcare and Ascension Wisconsin, we understand many of our patients have questions and concerns. We want to reassure you and provide clarity regarding your care.
We are still in-network with UnitedHealthcare, and that contract remains in effect until October 1, 2025. Please note that even if you receive a letter from UnitedHealthcare stating otherwise, you are still covered for your appointments with us.
If you have an upcoming appointment, please do not cancel it at this time. We are closely monitoring the negotiations and will provide updates as soon as they become available. Our goal is to ensure you continue to receive the care you need with as little disruption as possible.
For more information, you can visit the official negotiation pages for each organization:
We appreciate your patience and will keep you informed of any changes.
Common allergic symptoms include itching, watery eyes, sneezing and nasal congestion, and occasionally more severe reactions. Allergens include pollen, mold spores, dust mites, pet dander, feathers, foods, medications and insect venom.
The Immune System is a network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against infections. Disorders include immunodeficiency, when part of the Immune System is missing or malfunctioning; autoimmune disorders, when the immune system mistakes the body’s healthy organs and tissues for foreign invaders; and allergic disorders, when the immune system overreacts to environmental antigens.
Common allergens include pollen, mold spores, dust mites, pet dander, feathers, foods, medications and insect venom.
Allergists treat ailments such as hay fever, asthma, eczema, hives and other diseases of compromised immune systems.
Disorders include immunodeficiency disorders, which occur when part of the immune system is missing or malfunctioning; autoimmune disorders, which occur when the immune system mistakes the body’s healthy organs and tissues for foreign invaders; allergic disorders, which occur when the immune system overreacts to environmental antigens.
Antigens are classified as any substance that is capable of causing an immune response. Antigens that cause disease are called pathogens. Pathogens are attacked by the immune system in order to protect the body from their harmful effects.
Immunotherapy is a method of desensitizing the immune system by exposing it to small quantities of antigens on a frequent basis. The goal is to "trick" the immune system into tolerating antigens such as pollens and medications, lessening the harmful effects on the body.
