About the Department of Health Services (DHS)

The Department of Health Services (DHS) is one of the largest state agencies in Wisconsin, with an annual budget of roughly $15 billion and more than 6,700 employees. DHS is committed to protecting and promoting the health and safety of the people of Wisconsin, making sure everyone can live their best life.

Acronym Glossary

This glossary provides a quick reference to the terms, acronyms and abbreviations commonly used by this Department.
American Rescue Plan Act Funding for Wisconsin's Health

President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) into law on March 11, 2021. It provides $1.9 trillion in economic stimulus to aid the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Business Opportunities with the Department of Health Services

Learn about doing business with DHS through contract or grant opportunities.
Civil Rights: Civil Rights Compliance Information

Learn about the role of the Civil Rights Compliance Office.
Client Rights Office

The Client Rights Office works to protect the rights of people receiving services for a developmental disability, mental health, or substance use.
Contacts by Service Area

A listing of programs and services DHS provides including staff contact information.
Divisions and Offices

DHS has ten divisions and offices that work to protect and promote the health and safety of the people of Wisconsin.
Employee Information

Employees can find instructions to access the DHS WorkWeb from anywhere. There are also links to STAR Employee Self-Service and Financials.
File a Complaint or Report Fraud

File a complaint regarding care or services provided by an entity DHS regulates or report public assistance fraud.
Official DHS Forms Library

Forms are available electronically and/or for paper order.
Governor Evers' Proposed 2023-2025 Budget

Governor Tony Evers' budget invests in and supports a healthy Wisconsin.
HIPAA Overview

Learn about HIPAA and a health care provider’s responsibilities under Administration Simplification provisions, as well as an individual’s privacy rights.
Memos Library

Locate all memos issued by DHS.
News Releases: 2024

DHS issues news releases to provide updates to the public about key programs, priorities, and public health conditions.
Newsletter Library

Locate all newsletters produced by DHS.
Open Records: Wis. Stat. §§ 19.31 - 19.39

Learn how to request DHS public records, as authorized under Wisconsin public records law, Wis. Stat. §§ 19.31-19.39.
Our Locations

DHS has more than 6,700 employees operating in 15 offices, institutes, and facilities across the state of Wisconsin.
Informative Documents and Publications Library

In our centralized library, you can find informative documents produced by DHS.
Service Areas

DHS operates programs, provides care and services, and conducts business using a variety of different service area models and regions.
Statutorily Required Reports

DHS is statutorily required to provide one-time, quarterly, annual, and biennial reports on behalf of the agency. DHS is required to provide these reports and information to the legislature and governor.
Statutory Boards, Committees, and Councils

There are more than 20 department-related boards, committees, and councils that provide recommendations to the Governor or the Secretary.
Vision, Mission, and Values

DHS guiding principles are fundamental in helping all staff provide programs and services to meet the needs of the people of Wisconsin.
Vital Records: Services

This site provides information about how to get vital records from the State of Wisconsin.
Work at DHS: Career Opportunities

Looking for a job that makes an impact? At DHS, we’re here to serve. We employ over 6,700 workers across Wisconsin. We’d love to have you join our team.

Acronym Glossary

American Rescue Plan Act Funding for Wisconsin's Health

Business Opportunities with the Department of Health Services

Civil Rights: Civil Rights Compliance Information

Client Rights Office

Contacts by Service Area

Divisions and Offices

Employee Information

File a Complaint or Report Fraud

Official DHS Forms Library

Governor Evers' Proposed 2023-2025 Budget

HIPAA Overview

Memos Library

News Releases: 2024

Newsletter Library

Open Records: Wis. Stat. §§ 19.31 - 19.39

Our Locations

Informative Documents and Publications Library

Service Areas

Statutorily Required Reports

Statutory Boards, Committees, and Councils

Vision, Mission, and Values

Vital Records: Services

Work at DHS: Career Opportunities

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