
Innovate.
Connect.
Lead.
Affordability, Access, and AI are on the minds of all healthcare stakeholders as they try to monitor the signals, signs, and flashing lights in changing health policy. HMA’s annual conference, October 5-7 in New Orleans, brings together industry leaders from both the public and private sector to engage in new ways to meet this particular moment. Sessions will cover managing risk and costs to achieve positive outcomes, sustaining systems of care amidst financial uncertainty, and new partnerships & collaboration that are needed to succeed today. Join us for great networking, thought-provoking conversations, and new ideas that will prepare you to navigate the rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
Learning Objectives
The HMA 2026 Conference serves as a premier forum for healthcare policy and operations, uniting federal and state policymakers, C-suite industry leaders, insurers, and providers. Attendees gain actionable insights into Medicaid and Medicare transitions, federal policy shifts, and strategic growth opportunities. By fostering high-level networking and expert-led discussions, the conference equips healthcare organizations to navigate innovation, regulatory changes, and improved health outcomes.
“I was able to spend extended time with potential partners from my state away from the daily craziness. This led to multiple ideas for projects and a half day shared planning meeting the week after the conference because we did not want to lose momentum.”
– Healthcare Leader and National Conference Attendee
“Very rare to have Providers, CBOs, Health Systems, Insurers, and Public Sector organizations in one place. I gained significant value by viewing similar issues from different perspectives.”
– Healthcare Leader and National Conference Attendee
“Amazing content, with even better conversations and connections!”
– Healthcare Leader and National Conference Attendee