Keynote Topic
Co-existing with COVID

Summary & Learning Objectives

• Understand how Bellin is managing the entire health of the population as we address the challenges associated with COVID-19.
• Provide information on critical data that Bellin evaluates as it models out the trajectory of the pandemic for our region
• Provide the latest updates on thoughts related to a vaccine for COVID-19
• Reflect on key guiding principles which has allowed Bellin to balance the operational challenges of the pandemic with financial sustainability

Keynote Speaker

Jim Dietsche
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Bellin Health System

Biography
Jim Dietsche, C.P.A., Executive Vice President of Accountable Care Services and Chief Financial Officer, has served on Bellin’s executive team since 2005. Previously, Mr. Dietsche was a Health Care Partner at Wipfli, LLP in Green Bay, Wisconsin and has worked within the healthcare industry for over 30 years. As the EVP for Accountable Care Services, Jim is responsible for the strategy and development to improve the quality of care and patient experience while lowering the overall total cost of care for the region. His financial role includes responsibilities for all financial aspects of Bellin Health as well as involvement in the strategic planning. 

Mr. Dietsche serves as an attendee on the Health System’s Finance and Executive Committees as well as the Board of Directors; is the Treasurer of Lake Michigan Health Services, Inc. and Bellin Investments, Inc. Jim is a member of the Wisconsin Hospital Association Information Center Advisory Council, and is the chair of Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority. Jim is also a member of the Business & Finance Committee of AboutHealth, and has served as a board member for Bellin-Thedacare Healthcare Partners, Unity Hospice, Bellin Orthopedic Surgery Center, LLC, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Greater Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, and Green Bay Area Catholic Education System.

Mr. Dietsche is also a member of Healthcare Financial Management Association, and the Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants.  He earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wisconsin. Jim’s interests outside of his professional career include coaching youth sports and running.

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