Starting Wednesday, October 1, Ascension Wisconsin hospitals and providers will be out of network for patients enrolled in certain UnitedHealthcare insurance plans, as the two parties have failed to resolve a contract dispute. However, Gutierrez told TMJ4 that anxiety over potentially relapsing is only amplified while Ascension Wisconsin and UnitedHealthcare remain at odds over their contract. I'm concerned about the lack of continuation of care," Gutierrez said. Gutierrez held off on canceling her October appointments with Ascension Wisconsin in hopes she would not have to find a new provider. An Ascension Wisconsin spokesperson says UnitedHealthcare's proposals could reduce access and affordability.