Medicaid Advisory Committee
The Medicaid Advisory Committee gives advice and guidance about Medicaid in Wisconsin. The group talks with the Medicaid director and staff about Medicaid policies and services. Input helps shape how Medicaid works for people across Wisconsin.
Members attend four online meetings each year. They talk with the Medicaid director and staff about program plans and decisions. They also get updates, have discussions, and ask questions.
The Medicaid director selects the committee members. Members participate for 3 years.
All committee meetings are open to the public. Time is set aside at the beginning of each meeting for comments from the public.
Read the Medicaid Advisory Committee charter (PDF) to learn more about the group.
December 9, 2025
2025
- Sept. 2025: Sept. 9, 2025 agenda (PDF) | June 3, 2025 draft meeting minutes (PDF) | Draft charter updates (PDF) | Federal Budget Reconciliation and Impacts for Wisconsin Medicaid and FoodShare (PDF) | Medicaid and Wisconsin's State Budget (PDF) | 2025 Third Quarter State Plan Amendments (PDF) | 2025 Third Quarter Medicaid Waiver Updates (PDF)
- Jun. 2025 meeting information and materials
- Mar. 2025 meeting information and materials
2024
- Dec. 2024 meeting information and materials
- Sept. 2024 meeting information and materials
- Jun. 2024 meeting information and materials
- Mar. 2024 meeting information and materials
2023
- Dec. 2023 meeting information and materials
- Oct. 2023 meeting information and materials
- Jun. 2023 meeting information and materials
- Feb. 2023 meeting information and materials
2022
- Oct. 2022 meeting information and materials
- Jul. 2022 meeting information and materials
- Apr. 2022 meeting information and materials
- Jan. 2022 meeting information and materials
2021
Name | Member Type | Organization | Term Ends |
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Marguerite Burns | Academic expert related to Medicaid | University of Wisconsin | Dec. 31, 2027 |
Kelly Carter | Long-term care case manager | N/A | Dec. 31, 2024 |
Robin Carufel | Tribal health director or representative | Sokaogon Chippawa Health Center (assistant health director) | Dec. 31, 2027 |
Allison Espeseth | Enrollment assister | Covering WI, UW-Madison | Dec. 31, 2025 |
Randi Espinoza | Long-term care member advocate | Dodge County Human Services | Dec. 31, 2027 |
Lori Fierst | Medicaid member guardian | N/A | Aug. 31, 2026 |
Dr. David Gunderson, DDS, MPH | Dental provider | First Choice Dental | Dec. 31, 2025 |
Jordan Mason | Long-term care direct care worker | Clearwater Assisted Living | Aug. 31, 2026 |
Dipesh Navsaria | Acute care provider | UW Health | Dec. 31, 2025 |
Karen Nelson | Expert on health equity | N/A | Aug. 31, 2026 |
Kyle Nondorf | Hospital administrator | SSM Health | Dec. 31, 2027 |
Shayla Olson | Member services advocate | Family Support Services | Aug. 31, 2026 |
Bobby Peterson | Acute and primary care member advocate | ABC for Health Inc. | Dec. 31, 2025 |
Ariel Robbins | Acute case manager | UW Health | Aug. 31, 2026 |
Mandy Stanley | County health and human service director | Marquette County | Dec. 31, 2027 |
Jessica Stevens | Behavioral health provider | Therapeutic Mind, LLC. | Aug. 31, 2026 |
Dino Tousis | Community leader | HealthSync Solutions | Aug. 31, 2026 |
Paula Tran | Wisconsin Department of Public Health administrator | DHS | N/A |
Laura Waldvogel | Federally-qualified health center representative | Noble Community Clinics | Dec. 31, 2025 |
Now recruiting providers and professionals!
You can make a positive difference in the lives of people who need access to health care the most. We invite you to apply to join the Medicaid Advisory Committee. It’s a chance to be a changemaker—your advice, guidance, input, and ideas will shape how Medicaid works for people across Wisconsin. Applications are due October 27, 2025.
All providers and professionals who have experience with Wisconsin Medicaid can apply.
We’re looking for a:
- Primary care provider.
- Federally qualified health center (FQHC) staff.
- Hospital administrative staff.
- Worker who helps Medicaid members navigate enrollment, care, benefits, and payments.
Apply by October 27, 2025
Apply online in English, Spanish, or Hmong
You can also fill out a paper application.
For help applying, email DHSWIMedicaidProgram@dhs.wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-8922.
Over the last few years, the committee has successfully brought community insight to Medicaid by:
- Offering advice on policies for benefits like dental care, housing, coverage after incarceration, behavioral health, dual eligibility, and other health-related social topics.
- Reviewing state plan amendments, waivers, and quality strategies.
- Helping improve communications with Medicaid members, partners, and the general public.
- Helping build relationships and trust with communities.
- Challenging and informing Medicaid decision making.
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