Population Health Management Summit

Be Part of Shaping the Future of Long Term Care, join us for AHCA/NCAL’s Population Health Summit (PHM)! 

The Population Health Summit is the premier event designed exclusively for long term care and post-acute care communities. With CMS driving the shift from fee-for-service (FFS) to accountable care arrangements, value-based care is no longer optional—it's essential. Register Today!

🌟 Why Attend?

The PHM Summit is your go-to hub for innovation and thought leadership, offering a rich mix of sessions tailored for:
✅ Newcomers seeking to better understand and navigate population health management (PHM)
✅ Seasoned providers skilled in managing risk seeking new strategies for improving outcomes.

🤝 Connect & Collaborate

Networking takes center stage at this interactive event:
Forge meaningful connections with peers and providers.
Engage with industry experts sharing insights on ACOs, I-SNPs, assisted living & value-based care, provider-owned networks, and emerging models.

💡 Stay Ahead of the Curve

With population health management transforming our industry, now is the time to learn how it can benefit your facility and residents and help you succeed in a value-driven landscape.

📅 Mark Your Calendar!

Be a part of two action-packed days of learning, networking, and innovation at the PHM Summit this April 9–10, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead.

💼 Secure your spot today—let’s shape the future of care, together!




Registration

Deadline: Thursday, March, 27th

Registration Questions? Contact meetings@ahca.org

Deadline: Thursday, March 27th
  • AHCA/NCAL Provider Members: $500
  • Additional Provider Member from the same facility: $475
  • State Executive/State Affiliate Staff: $325
  • Non-Member Provider: $1025
  • Provider-Led Health Plans: $1025
  • Consultants & Attorneys: $2000
  • Student: $325
  • Non-mem Assoc or Not For Profit Community Org: $650

Attendee Eligibility
Participation in this conference is intended for long term care (LTC) member and nonmember providers, AHCA/NCAL state affiliate staff members, provider-led plans, consultants and attorneys, and other nonmember association and not for profit community organizations. AHCA /NCAL reserves the right to grant final approval to all registrants. Please note CE accreditation is available via this conference’s education sessions.

Substitutions
Registration substitutions will be allowed up to five (5) days prior to the conference. Changes and/or substitutions must be made in writing via the PHMS Registration Support.

Cancellations/Refunds
Cancellations received on or before Thursday, March 27th, will be refunded minus a $75.00 administrative fee. Any change or cancellation must be made in writing. Refunds will not be issued after Thursday, May 27th. Refunds will be processed within five (5) days following the end of the conference. Refunds or credits will not be made for no-shows.

Special Accommodations and Dietary Needs
We do our best to include vegan and gluten-free options at every meal. If you require special accommodation or have special dietary needs, please contact AHCA/NCAL at meetings@ahca.org.

Conference Attire
Business casual attire is suitable for all meetings, sessions, and receptions. Please remember to bring a sweater or jacket for air-conditioned rooms.

By registering for and/or attending the event, I acknowledge and agree that photographs, video, and other recordings of the event may be taken by AHCA/NCAL or parties acting on behalf of AHCA/NCAL and that these photographs, video, and other recordings may be used by AHCA/NCAL in any media now known or later invented for any purpose related to AHCA/NCAL’s mission, including educational, promotional, and awareness-related use. I give to AHC/NCAL unlimited permission to use my name, likeness, image, statements, and other information I may give to AHCA/NCAL whether through registration, at the event, or otherwise that may be necessary for AHCA/NCAL to make use of its rights in photographs, video, and other recordings.

Hotel & Travel Information

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Grand Hyatt Atlanta Buckhead

3300 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA, 30305

 

Make Your Reservation Early!

Registration online is quick, convenient, and you’ll receive immediate confirmation. All attendees must be registered for the event before a hotel reservation can be made. You can reserve your hotel at the same time when registering online.

Reservations must be made by Thursday, March 13th. Reservation requests made after this hotel deadline will be based on availability at the prevailing rate determined by the hotel. The hotel requires a first-night deposit of room and tax to guarantee accommodation. Please note that due to a special event at AHCA’s Quality Summit, rooms are filling up quickly—ensure your spot and reserve your hotel room today! The closest airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) which is 18 miles away. The approximate cost for a taxi is $48 one way.

Convention Management Resources Inc., (CMR) is AHCA/NCAL’s PHMS’s official registration and housing company. Please register and make your hotel reservation online. Conference registration is required to secure your hotel reservation.

Room Rates & Taxes

AHCA/NCAL has arranged for the special group rate at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta-Buckhead of $259.00 per night single or double occupancy plus appropriate tax and service charges. This rate will be extended by three days’ pre- and post-conference dates based on availability.

Registration and attendance for companies and individuals who sell/market products and/or services to provider organizations are limited to sponsors only. Any attendee eligibility questions can be directed to meetings@ahca.org.

Health & Safety

With health and safety remaining a priority for our attendees and the residents they serve, we ask that the following be observed:
  1. Being up to date with vaccines is preferred for all registered attendees.
  2. Masks are worn at the discretion of the attendees.
  3. If you experience symptoms of a respiratory illness while onsite at the event, please wear a source control mask when around others indoors. Consider self-quarantine in your hotel room for 24 hours until symptoms resolve. If needed, please contact AHCA/NCAL staff (meetings@ahca.org) for a COVID-19 or flu test kit.
  4. Follow all state, local, and private business health and safety measures that may be in place.

Keynote Speaker


Dr. Shawn DuBravac Alternative profile 4.jpgDr. Shawn DuBravac - The Future of Healthcare

April 9th | 1:15pm – 2:15pm

About the Speaker:
The future is arriving faster than ever. With rapid technological changes, shifting demographics, and new societal trends, understanding what's coming next is key to staying ahead. Dr. Shawn DuBravac offers the insights and vision we need to navigate this uncertain yet exciting future.

Author of the New York Times Best Seller Digital Destiny: How the New Age of Data Will Transform the Way We Work, Live, and Communicate, DuBravac is a leading futurist, trendcaster, and advisor to C-level executives. With over a dozen years as the chief economist for the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), he is recognized for his deep expertise in emerging trends in healthcare, technology, business, and finance. As the president of Astra Insights, he consults on digital transformation, market opportunities, and business disruptions. Known for his clear, approachable style, Dr. DuBravac empowers leaders to navigate uncertainty, leverage future trends, and innovate for the future. His keynote offers cutting-edge insights into the future of healthcare, providing actionable strategies to stay ahead of the curve and succeed in an unpredictable world.

​Education Sessions

Overview

Session Descriptions & Agenda


Whether you have just begun your journey or have already started to adopt value-based care strategies, the Population Health Management Summit will help to ensure that you are ready for 2030 – the deadline CMS has set for all Medicare and most Medicaid beneficiaries to be engaged in a relationship that is accountable for cost and high-quality outcomes. The Summit offers a variety of educational sessions and diverse content tailored to your needs, allowing you to customize your conference experience to ensure it aligns with your current stage in population health management.

Education Session Themes for PHM Summit 2025:

  • Future-Forward Healthcare: Keynote and strategic discussions on innovations and trends shaping the future of healthcare delivery, with a focus on the evolving role of I-SNPs, ACOs, and PACE models in long-term care (LTC) and post-acute care (PAC) settings.
  • I-SNPs: Topics on all things I-SNPs from choosing the right I-SNP structure to operationalizing a successful plan.
  • Medicare Advantage Plan Operations: Critical aspects of plan operations, such as Medicare Advantage audits, risk adjustment, healthy equity applications in I-SNPs, Part D risk adjustment changes, and redesign.
  • Dual Eligibility Policy: Opportunities and challenges in integrating care for dually eligible individuals.
  • Emerging Models: Insights from models like GUIDE to enhance long-term care for individuals with dementia, episodic models, etc.
  • Legislative and Regulatory Updates: Analysis of recent changes and their impact on population health initiatives.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9th

Please note that sessions are subject to change.

  • 1:00 pm – 1:15 pm Welcome and Opening Remarks

  • 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm The Future of Healthcare

  • 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm Concurrent Breakout Sessions
    • Evaluating Long-Term Care Financials: Shifting from Fee-for-Service to Population Health Models
    • GUIDE: Advancing Dementia Care in LTC
    • MA & Part D Program Audits: Best Practices & Lessons Learned

  • 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm Concurrent Breakout Sessions
    • Innovative Payments: Leveraging Episodic and Alternative Payments for Greater Flexibility
    • Aligning Care Models: Choosing an I-SNP Model That’s Right for Your Residents
    • Inflation Reduction Act: Key Changes to the Part D Prescription Drug Plan

  • 4:45 pm – 6:00 pm Networking Reception

THURSDAY, APRIL 10th

​Please note that sessions are subject to change.

  • 9:15 am – 10:15 am Concurrent Breakout Sessions
    • Operationalizing an I-SNP: You’ve Made the Decision to Start One…Now What?
    • Exploring Opportunities in PACE: Could PACE be an Option for Your Organization?
    • Optimizing Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment: Mechanisms, Revenue Impact, Operational Strategies, and Considerations for LTC and I-SNPs

  • 10:30 am – 11:15 am General Session – Medicare Advantage and PHM: Congressional and Administrative Priorities and Considerations

  • 11:15 am – 11:45 am Partner Meetups

  • 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm Concurrent Breakout Sessions
    • Results of I-SNP Analysis – Key Takeaway
    • Advancing ACOs in Long-Term Care: Strategies for Sustainable Care and Collaboration
    • Adapting to Health Equity Initiatives and Addressing Disparities in I-SNPs and Supplemental Benefits

  • 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm The Future of Dual Eligibility: Challenges, Opportunities, and Policy Solutions