Healthcare Providers in Madison, WI
14,174 providers found in Madison, WI.
Dane County · Population: 269,840
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State: WICity: Madison
About healthcare in Madison, WI
Madison is a college town with academic medical center resources that punch well above its size. UW Health dominates the local market, and the population is younger, more educated, and more health-engaged than most comparably sized cities. The result is a healthcare environment where preventive care and wellness are the norm, not the exception.
FindClarity lists 14,174 healthcare providers in Madison, WI. The city has a population of about 269,840. Madison is in Dane County County.
UW Health University Hospital sits on the west side of the isthmus near the UW-Madison campus. SSM Health St. Mary's is on the south side, and Meriter Hospital (UnityPoint) is centrally located near the Capitol. Most medical offices cluster along University Avenue, the Beltline Highway corridor, and the west side near the hospital. Parking at UW Hospital can be tight, so use the shuttle from the garage on Highland Avenue.
Hospitals in the area include UW Health University Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, Meriter Hospital (UnityPoint Health), and American Family Children's Hospital. Neighborhoods and communities include Downtown (Capitol Square), Williamson Street (Willy Street), Monroe Street, Hilldale, and Atwood.
Madison is home to University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Edgewood College, which contribute to the local healthcare workforce.
Madison is consistently ranked among the healthiest cities in the US due to high physical activity rates and healthcare access.
Quartz (formerly Physicians Plus), affiliated with UW Health, and Dean Health Plan are the dominant local carriers. Group Health Cooperative also serves the Madison market. National carriers like UnitedHealthcare and Anthem have less market share here than in Milwaukee. BadgerCare Plus enrollment is lower in Dane County than in most Wisconsin counties, reflecting the area's higher employment and income levels.
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FindClarity currently lists 14,174 healthcare providers in Madison, WI. This includes doctors, therapists, dentists, and other specialists. The directory is updated regularly as new providers are added.
FindClarity covers a wide range of specialties in Madison, WI, including primary care physicians, dentists, therapists, psychologists, cardiologists, dermatologists, orthopedists, and many more. You can browse all available specialties or search for a specific type of provider.
Hospitals in the Madison, WI area include UW Health University Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital, Meriter Hospital (UnityPoint Health), and American Family Children's Hospital. Many providers listed on FindClarity are affiliated with these and other local hospitals. You can check a provider's hospital affiliations on their profile page.
Many providers in Madison, WI accept BadgerCare Plus. You can use the insurance filter on FindClarity to find providers who accept BadgerCare Plus and are currently taking new patients. Coverage and copays vary by plan type, so confirm details with the provider's office.
UW Health is the dominant system in Madison, operating the university hospital, dozens of clinics, and the American Family Children's Hospital. SSM Health and UnityPoint (Meriter) offer alternatives. For most specialty care, UW Health will be the primary option. If your insurance does not include UW Health, SSM and Meriter cover a wide range of primary and acute care needs.
Wisconsin residents enroll through HealthCare.gov for ACA marketplace plans. In Dane County, options include Quartz (affiliated with UW Health), Dean Health Plan, and Group Health Cooperative. BadgerCare Plus covers Medicaid-eligible residents. Many Madison employers offer Quartz or Dean plans that include the UW Health network.
Many providers in Madison, WI are accepting new patients. You can filter search results on FindClarity to show only providers currently accepting new patients. Availability changes frequently, so if a provider you are interested in is not currently accepting patients, check back or call their office to ask about waitlists.
Madison, WI is home to University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Edgewood College. These institutions train physicians, dentists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. Providers who trained locally often continue practicing in the area, contributing to the local healthcare workforce.
UW Health is the largest and most comprehensive system, but SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital and UnityPoint Health-Meriter both operate in Madison. For complex specialty care, oncology, and transplants, UW Health is typically the referral destination. Primary care and many surgical procedures are available at all three systems.
Madison has a relatively strong supply of therapists compared to most cities its size. UW Health Behavioral Health, Journey Mental Health Center, and many private practices accept new patients. Check whether your plan includes Quartz or Dean network providers, as that will determine your in-network options.
