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Webinar Replay – Ask HMA Experts: Behavioral Health Town Hall

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This webinar was held on May 29, 2025.

In this dynamic and interactive Behavioral Health Town Hall hosted by Health Management Associates (HMA), our experts will be available to answer your questions live on a wide range of critical topics, including:

  • Federal policy, personnel, and funding changes;
  • Emerging strategies for addressing social determinants of health, substance use disorder and crisis coordination (including 988);
  • Behavioral health revenue cycle management and alternative payment models; and
  • Innovations in addressing workforce shortages, integrated service delivery, digital mental health tools, and best practices for community mental health service delivery.

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Webinar Replay – Medicare Town Hall with HMA Experts

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This webinar was held on April 30, 2025.

Whether you’re navigating Medicare Advantage policy changes, seeking actuarial insights, analyzing risk-based payment structures, or working to improve integration for Dual Eligibles and align D-SNPs, our team is here to provide actionable insights and answers. We had HMA professionals from across the country share their perspectives and help navigate the complexities of Medicare during this town hall style webinar.

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Webinar Replay: PACE Development Best Practices for Policy Makers and Program Sponsors

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This webinar was held on May 15, 2025.

Health Management Associates (HMA) conducted a multi-state study to examine the policy decisions influencing the operation and expansion of Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). It explored different program structures, associated advantages and challenges, and strategies to enhance efficiency while meeting regulatory requirements.

This webinar summarized our research on 10 active PACE states (CA, FL, IL, KY, LA, MA, NJ, NY, OH, and WA) that have either implemented or expanded their PACE programs between 2020 and 2024. Using state survey responses and credible third-party, publicly available data, we showcased the outcomes of PACE program development through open and competitive RFP processes. We also outlined development timelines to demonstrate the effectiveness of each approach and highlight key insights gained during the discovery and research phase of the study.

Learning Objectives:

  • Comparing the Open versus Competitive RFP approach
  • Understanding state-level practices, challenges, and opportunities for improvement
  • Review state profiles highlighting: Program development outcomes; Building PACE program capacity; Program development timelines; Fostering PACE growth
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Webinar Replay: Medicaid in Motion – Navigating Post-Election Policy Changes and Opportunities

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This webinar was held February 26, 2025.

During this webinar, our experts as discussed the latest developments in Medicaid financing and policy. With Congressional leaders and new U.S. Department of Health and Human Services officials focusing on Medicaid, significant changes are on the table during the budget reconciliation process. These changes create both risks and opportunities for Medicaid stakeholders. Learn what Congress and the Administration are considering and how it impacts Medicaid markets.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand recent and potential federal statutory and regulatory policy changes affecting Medicaid.
  • Identify potential impacts of these policy changes on Medicaid programs, payers, healthcare providers, industry, and beneficiaries.
  • Explore changes in Medicaid funding structures and reimbursement mechanisms resulting from federal policy updates.
  • Discover feasible practices and strategies to adapt to the evolving federal policy landscape.
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Webinar Replay: Sustaining Your CBO Mission – Strategies to Leverage HRSN Services in NY

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This webinar was held on February 13, 2025.

During this webinar, attendees heard from experts on the details regarding new Health Related Social Needs (HRSN) services available through New York Medicaid. The discussion focused on how these services can be implemented successfully and considerations for organizations around funding, compliance, and service alignment. A panel of experts representing social care networks (SCN), community-based organizations (CBO), and funders shared their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges created by these new services.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the details that will support the integration of new Medicaid services into current organizational offerings
  • Learn how new Medicaid services can support current mission and funding needs
  • Understand operational and funding considerations for implementing new services
  • Hear from experts in the field who will share their perspective on opportunities, strategies, and considerations for CBOs considering new HRSN services

Featured Speakers:

Lori Andrade, Executive Vice President HEALI Social Care Network

Faven Araya, Director, Community Engagement & Health Equity Research Arthur Ashe Institute

Ali Foti, Program Officer New York Health Foundation

Materials Referenced in this webinar:

New York Health Equity Reform (NYHER) Compliance Support for Community Based Organizations (CBOs)

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Webinar Replay: Legislative Reconciliation in a New Era – Understanding Its Role and Impact in the 119th Congress

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This webinar was held on January 15, 2025.

As the Trump Administration takes office and a new Congress is convened, the legislative tool of budget reconciliation could play a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s policy landscape. In this webinar, Liz Wroe, Sara Singleton, and Laura Pence discussed the potential health policy priorities of the new Administration, the implications of reconciliation for healthcare stakeholders, and the challenges and opportunities presented while navigating this expedited process.  

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Webinar Replay: Improving Maternal Health Outcomes – Navigating CMS Guidance for Better Care

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This webinar was held on January 28, 2025.

The information presented in this webinar is based on market knowledge and guidance prior to the new Trump administration; due to the rapidly evolving healthcare and policy landscape, these issues are likely to change moving forward.

Maternal health is at a critical turning point, and healthcare professionals are seeking innovative solutions to improve outcomes, reduce disparities, and ensure equitable access to care. This webinar highlighted the latest CMS policies and guidance designed to address maternal mortality, expand access to high-quality care, and advance health equity for diverse populations. This session is ideal for hospital and critical access administrators, healthcare professionals, and policymakers dedicated to advancing maternal health and achieving better outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  • Gain a clear understanding of the latest CMS regulations, policies, and quality measures related to maternal health outcomes.
  • Discover actionable strategies and best practices for implementing CMS guidance to improve care delivery and patient outcomes.
  • Explore approaches to reduce disparities in maternal health, ensuring equitable care for underserved populations.
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Webinar Replay: 2024 Political Checkpoint

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This webinar was held on November 12, 2024.

In the 2024 Political Checkpoint hosted by Leavitt Partners, an HMA company, we explored up-to-the-minute insights on the election results, discussed both confirmed outcomes and remaining uncertainties, along with the mandate for change that has emerged. Our expert panelists provided an overview of what to expect from Congress and the Administration, focusing on key legislative priorities and executive actions, and shared their prediction for what to watch over the first 100 days:

2024 Wrap Up
Lame duck session in Congress, end of year regulatory action

A New President
Implementing campaign promises through appointments

2025 Policy Agendas
Where committees, agencies may set their sights

Key Issues
Healthcare priorities that could see the spotlight

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Webinar Replay: How Community Care Hubs Can Enhance Family Caregiver Support Services

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This webinar was held on December 3, 2024.

To better support family caregivers and the older adults who they care for, Area Agencies on Aging and other aging network agencies are creating Community Care Hubs (CCH) to address social determinants of health, integrate health and social care, and reduce care costs. In this webinar with LTSS policy experts and providers, we described the implementation of the CCH model in projects in Massachusetts and New York.

Learning Objectives:

  • Describe the Community Care Hub (CCH) model for integrating health and social care
  • Identify key CCH features to enhance family caregiver support services
  • Illustrate the implementation of the CCH model for supporting family caregivers with projects in Massachusetts and New York

Featured Speakers:

  • Kristie Kulinski, MSW, Director of Office for Network Advancement, Administration for Community Living
  • Nikki Kmicinski, MS, RD, CDH, Chief Executive Officer, Western New York Integrated Care Collaborative
  • Jennifer Raymond, JD, MBA, Chief Strategy Officer, AgeSpan
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Webinar Replay: Electoral Consequences: Impact on the ACA Marketplace

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This webinar was held on November 20, 2024.

The 2024 elections could create dramatic changes in the ACA marketplace. Enhanced ACA subsidies passed during the pandemic are set to expire in 2025, and a new CMS administrator will shape policy and regulatory components that affect marketplace and consumer dynamics. This webinar is designed for health plans currently participating in the ACA marketplaces, plans who are considering attending, as well as state regulators and marketplace leaders who need to understand changes that might be coming their way. The webinar covered not only what is expected to change (2026 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters, AVC) but also what could possibly change that will affect 2025 Marketplaces and beyond.

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Webinar Replay: The Future of Medicare Advantage: How the Election Results Impact the Program

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This webinar was held on November 19, 2024.

More than 50 percent of Medicare enrollees chose Medicare Advantage (MA) as their preferred coverage option. This growth brought increased scrutiny, with elected officials, regulators, think tanks, and news organizations raising questions about the program’s current makeup. With MA reform potentially on the table in 2025, attendees explored how the election results could impact policy changes in the coming year.

Learning objectives:

  1. Understand the political landscape for the Medicare Advantage program post-election
  2. Identify likely Medicare Advantage reforms
  3. Assess organizational strategies in response to Medicare Advantage reforms
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Webinar Replay: Mastering Star Performance: Strategies from the HMA Stars Accelerator Program

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This webinar was held on November 13, 2024.

In this webinar, attendees learned the essential methods and practices to enhance Star ratings through the HMA Stars Accelerator program. The session explored how to leverage data analytics to effectively track current star performance and identify areas for improvement. Additionally, it covered stratification techniques that allow for targeted focus on key measure opportunities throughout the year to ensure optimal results.

Learning objectives:

  • Learn how to implement proven strategies and best practices
  • Understand how to leverage data analytics to monitor and assess trends
  • Provide focus areas to measure opportunities and enhance performance
LEARN MORE ABOUT HMA’S STAR ACCELERATOR PLAYBOOK
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