The Next Wave of Hospital System Innovation Starts Here

A Millennium Alliance team member will be available at our registration desk right outside of the session rooms to assist executives with checking in and to answer any questions that may come up throughout the duration of the Assembly.

Our executive education roundtables are 1-hour conversations moderated by an industry thought leader. During these open discussions, our attendees have the opportunity to chat about the most relevant and current topics in the industry and share their thoughts with their peers.

Key Discussion Points:

• Unpacking common barriers to effective collaboration between providers and payers, such as conflicting incentives, communication gaps, and administrative burdens
• Strategies for aligning incentives, goals, and workflows to prioritize patient-centric care delivery
• The role of technology, data-sharing platforms, and interoperability in facilitating seamless collaboration and improving patient outcomes

Key Discussion Points:

• Challenges and opportunities associated with integrating new technologies into existing healthcare infrastructure and workflows
• Proven strategies for optimizing the use of health IT systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and interoperable platforms to support coordinated care delivery and population health management
• The regulatory landscape and ethical considerations surrounding the adoption and implementation of healthcare technology, including data privacy, security, and compliance with regulatory requirements

Key Discussion Points:

• The evolution of value-based care and its implications for healthcare payers in terms of payment structures, provider partnerships, and member engagement
• Addressing the challenges faced by payers in transitioning from fee-for-service to value-based care models, including data integration, risk stratification, and care coordination
• Practical strategies and best practices to effectively implement value-based care delivery models and drive organizational transformation

Key Discussion Points:

• Unpacking the current challenges and inefficiencies associated with the prior authorization process, including delays in care delivery, administrative burdens, and lack of transparency for providers and patients
• How legacy systems, outdated infrastructure, and cybersecurity concerns contribute to the lack of transparency and efficiency in prior authorization workflows
• Innovative technologies and digital solutions that can streamline prior authorization processes, improve data sharing, and enhance transparency for providers, payers, and patients

Key Discussion Points:

• Unpacking the implications of the CMS Final Rule for healthcare payers, including opportunities for innovation, challenges in implementation, and potential impacts on reimbursement strategies
• The role of healthcare payers in adapting to regulatory changes, collaborating with providers, and driving value-based care initiatives to align with the objectives of the Final Rule
• The potential effects of the Final Rule on healthcare costs, patient outcomes, and overall system performance and how payers can respond

Key Discussion Points:

• How AI-driven analytics, predictive modeling, and decision support tools can identify factors contributing to prolonged LOS and predict patient discharge readiness
• The role of AI in optimizing care pathways, resource allocation, and patient flow to expedite discharge processes and reduce unnecessary delays
• Effectively implementing AI-driven LOS reduction initiatives in healthcare settings, including stakeholder engagement, workflow integration, and change management

Key Discussion Points:

• Unpacking the challenges and limitations of traditional risk adjustment approaches, including data accuracy issues, administrative burden, and inefficiencies in identifying high-risk populations
• Real-world examples of AI-driven risk adjustment solutions, including predictive modeling, natural language processing (NLP), and predictive analytics, to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
• The potential impact of AI on payer-provider collaboration, member engagement, and overall healthcare delivery ecosystem

Key Discussion Points:

• The importance of cultural competency and sensitivity in designing member engagement strategies that resonate with diverse populations
• Strategies for leveraging technology, data analytics, and personalized communication channels to engage members across diverse populations
• Collaborative approaches between healthcare payers, providers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to enhance member engagement and promote health equity

A casual opportunity for executives to network with their peers with the opportunity to enjoy beer, wine, signature drinks, and light appetizers.

A formal sit down event that includes a three-course dinner, followed by an address from our Keynote Speaker.

A buffet-style breakfast where executives can enjoy the most important meal of the day, followed by a Keynote Panel.

Key Discussion Points:

• Unpacking the underlying causes of why, despite the U.S. spending more money on health care than other high-income nations, the U.S. scores poorly on many key health measures such as life expectancy, preventable hospitalizations, admissions and suicide
• How healthcare provider and payer leaders can take action on an individual and institutional level to address rising costs, limited access to insurance, and other factors to move toward a patient-first mentality and develop a sustainable solution for this generation and the next
• Aligning incentives between payers and providers to foster collaboration and achieve shared goals, such as improving patient outcomes and reducing costs

Our roundtables are 1-hour conversations led by a fellow executive or one of our C-Level technology partners. During these open discussions, our attendees have the opportunity to chat about the most relevant and current topics in the industry and share their thoughts with their peers.

Key Discussion Points:

• The impact of Big Tech’s presence on market dynamics, competition, and traditional healthcare business models
• Unpacking the strategies and tactics employed by Big Tech companies to penetrate the healthcare market, including market entry approaches, investment strategies, and partnership models, and the implications of these strategies on market competition, innovation, and consumer choice
• How to capitalize on the new market dynamics created by Big Tech’s entry into healthcare with collaboration opportunities, technology adoption, and business model innovation

Key Discussion Points:

• Challenges and barriers preventing widespread adoption of value-based payment models in primary care settings, and the impact of these barriers on healthcare quality, patient outcomes, and financial sustainability for primary care providers
• Case studies and examples of successful initiatives aimed at promoting value-based payment models in primary care and improving healthcare outcomes
• Identifying opportunities for collaboration, partnership, and alignment of incentives among payers, providers, and other stakeholders to promote value-based payment adoption and sustainably improve healthcare delivery

Key Discussion Points:

• Identifying common social determinants that affect your members’ health outcomes, such as income, education, housing, food security, and access to transportation
• Utilizing data analytics and population health management tools to identify populations at higher risk due to social determinants and disparities
• Implementing innovative approaches such as value-based payment models, community partnerships, and targeted interventions to address specific social determinants

Our roundtables are 1-hour conversations led by a fellow executive or one of our C-Level technology partners. During these open discussions, our attendees have the opportunity to chat about the most relevant and current topics in the industry and share their thoughts with their peers.

A buffet-style lunch where executives can recharge and prepare for the second half of the day.

Key Discussion Points:

• Unpacking the role and function of Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) in the healthcare system, including their impact on drug pricing, formulary management, and rebate negotiations
• Strategies for negotiating transparent contracts with PBMs, including clear terms for pricing, rebates, and performance metrics
• Fostering strong partnerships with PBMs based on transparency, accountability, and shared objectives

Key Discussion Points:

• Unpacking recent research findings illustrating the relationship between SDOH and patient health outcomes, including disparities based on race, socioeconomic status, and geographic location
• How to address SDOH within your practice, irrespective of medical specialty, with screening tools, patient assessments, and tailored interventions
• The role of healthcare executives and professional organizations in advocating for policy changes and systemic interventions to address SDOH at the population level
• Opportunities for collaboration with government agencies, payers, and community organizations to support upstream interventions and address root causes of health disparities

Key Discussion Points:

• Unpacking the financial implications of participating in Medicare Advantage, weighing the benefits against the potential sacrifices in revenue
• Developing aggressive yet strategic approaches to negotiating Medicare Advantage contracts, emphasizing self-evaluation and relationship-building
• Critical questions for providers and payers to ask during negotiations, focusing on understanding operations and assessing potential risks

Key Discussion Points:

• Recent trends and transactions in the healthcare M&A space, including consolidation efforts, strategic partnerships, and emerging investment strategies
• Innovative deal structures, such as earn-outs, contingent payments, and joint ventures, to align incentives and optimize transaction outcomes
• The legal, regulatory, and financial implications of healthcare M&A transactions, including compliance with healthcare laws, antitrust regulations, and tax considerations

We’re always striving to make our Assemblies the best they can be and kindly ask each attendee to complete a brief feedback survey on the sessions & meetings they attended. As a token of our appreciation, everyone who submits their feedback packet is then entered into a raffle drawing for a $1,000 Airbnb gift card. We close out Day 2 of the Assembly by drawing the winning ticket and thanking our valued members & partners.