BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions - ECPv6.14.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T134500 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20241112T182529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T222752Z UID:10000035-1733749200-1733751900@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Employer Strategies: The Case for Adopting and Implementing Advanced Primary Care DESCRIPTION:Advanced primary care (APC) will improve the pathway to ongoing\, coordinated\, community-aligned\, high-value care. Healthcare systems with a strong primary care foundation report better outcomes\, higher patient satisfaction\, and lower costs. \nAccording to Linda Brady\, Health Care Policy and Strategy at Boeing\, advanced primary care can’t work without achieving critical mass among purchasers. To that end\, the company is working to align with other purchasers in multiple markets to build momentum and support around advanced primary care adoption. \nPanelists will also discuss innovative strategies for reducing healthcare costs and enhancing access to care. \nREGISTER HERE URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/employer-case-study-transforming-primary-care-innovative-employer-strategies-for-reducing-healthcare-costs-and-enhancing-access/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Coalition Events,National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T150000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20241026T165527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T180527Z UID:10000033-1733148000-1733151600@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:State of Healthcare – Attitudes and Approaches for State Policy Intervention to Address High Prices DESCRIPTION:As healthcare spending continues to rise at unsustainable rates\, purchasers are urgently seeking policy solutions to contain their costs without compromising care. Join us for a webinar that explores policy recommendations and reactions from three different states -Michigan\, Nevada\, and Florida- to constrain commercial healthcare prices. \nDrawing on interviews conducted by Catalyst for Payment Reform (CPR) with stakeholders across the healthcare spectrum—including healthcare providers\, purchasers\, health plans\, and industry experts—this webinar will provide insights into the local dynamics and regulatory frameworks shaping efforts to address high and rising healthcare prices. Each state’s healthcare market is unique\, and tailored policy solutions are essential. \nOur esteemed panel of business coalition leaders from the states studied will share their reactions to the findings\, the analysis of participants’ attitudes and CPR’s policy recommendations in each state. \nAdditional resource by CPR: \nState of Healthcare: Policy Considerations to Constrain Commercial Prices URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/state-of-healthcare-attitudes-and-approaches-for-state-policy-intervention-to-address-high-prices/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Coalition Events,National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241121 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240401T223345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T173135Z UID:10000019-1731888000-1732147199@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:National Alliance Annual Forum DESCRIPTION:The Annual Forum will take place in Arlington\, VA\, November 18-20\, 2024 (Board meeting November 17). This event brings hundreds of employers\, business coalition leaders\, and healthcare stakeholders to discuss successful strategies and emerging trends in healthcare value; health policy; and benefits\, wellbeing and health equity. \nExhibiting and sponsorship details now available! Learn more and register! URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/national-alliance-annual-forum/ LOCATION:Crystal Gateway Marriott\, 1700 Richmond Highway\, Arlington\, VA\, 22202\, United States CATEGORIES:Coalition Events,National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Annual-Forum_2024_Banner_FNL-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T120000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20241106T170940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T151649Z UID:10000034-1731495600-1731499200@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Navigating the Future of Healthcare: Insights from the 2024 Pulse of the Purchaser Survey DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful webinar as we delve into the key findings of the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions’ 2024 Pulse of the Purchaser Survey. \nThis webinar will discuss these findings in depth\, offering valuable context and actionable insights for employers\, healthcare providers\, and policymakers. We’ll also examine how these trends are shaping the future of employer-sponsored healthcare and discuss potential solutions to address the challenges identified in the survey. Whether you’re an employer\, healthcare professional\, or industry stakeholder\, this webinar will provide you with essential information to navigate the complex healthcare landscape in 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the current state of employer-sponsored healthcare and the forces driving change in the industry. \nView the Survey Results: Pulse of the Purchaser 2024 Survey Results | National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/navigating-the-future-of-healthcare-insights-from-the-2024-pulse-of-the-purchaser-survey/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Coalition Events,National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20241022T133014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T020907Z UID:10000032-1731412800-1731416400@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Understanding Cell and Gene Therapy and Its Impact on the Workforce DESCRIPTION:Cell and gene therapies (CGTs) carry life-preserving and life-saving benefits\, profoundly affecting patients and their families. While the successes and growth are extraordinary\, they are also costly\, often administered in single doses costing between $300\,000 and $3.5 million per treatment. \nGain insights into how best to determine population and pipeline risk; explore coverage options; understand non-traditional payment options; learn about new care delivery approaches; and offer targeted employee communications and education. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/understanding-cell-and-gene-therapy-and-its-impact-on-the-workforce/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Coalition Events,National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T123000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240919T155325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T164716Z UID:10000031-1728993600-1728995400@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Improving Population Health: Why Linking Benefit Design with Health and Safety Matters DESCRIPTION:The human factor in the workplace is much more than just keeping people safe and preventing illness and injury. Momentum must continuously build toward recognizing and supporting the whole person by offering benefits that encourage healthy practices inside and outside of work to ensure the physical and psychological safety of culturally and ethnically diverse employees. \nInvesting in workforce health and safety by partnering with occupational medicine experts enhances prevention\, disability management\, family and medical leave\, return-to-work processes\, and productivity\, leading to healthier\, happier\, and more productive workplaces and communities. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/employer-case-study-unlocking-the-full-potential-of-your-workforce/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Coalition Events,National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T130000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240912T214648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T215002Z UID:10000030-1727179200-1727182800@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:What does Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Mean for Employers? DESCRIPTION:Medicare drug price negotiation refers to the ability of the Medicare program to negotiate directly with pharmaceutical companies to lower the prices of prescription drugs. This policy\, which has been introduced as part of broader healthcare reforms\, can have several implications for employers who provide health benefits to their employees. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/what-does-medicare-drug-price-negotiation-mean-for-employers/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Rx-drugs-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T124500 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240729T224545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T205348Z UID:10000029-1724155200-1724157900@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Employer Case Studies: A Focus on Prevention\, Vaccines and Misinformation DESCRIPTION:This webinar enables employers to get ahead of respiratory virus season with two employer case studies that highlight proactive measures proven to be successful in promoting prevention strategies\, activating vaccination initiatives\, and combating misinformation in the workplace. \n\nREGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/employer-case-studies-a-focus-on-prevention-vaccines-and-misinformation/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/August-2024-webinar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T123000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240711T233822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T205344Z UID:10000028-1721304000-1721305800@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Fiduciary Check-in Webinar: Uncovering Employer Contract Blind Spots DESCRIPTION:The fact that purchasers cannot see the contracts between providers and health plans poses a fiduciary risk. We will address the crucial topic of employer contract transparency and its profound implications on fiduciary responsibility. Learn what you can do to mitigate your organization’s risk. \n\nREGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/fiduciary-check-in-webinar-uncovering-employer-contract-blind-spots/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/TESTJuly-18-2024-Fiduciary-Check-in-Webinar-Send-July-11.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T130000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240524T212420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T205334Z UID:10000026-1721131200-1721134800@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Women's Health in the Workplace: How UI Affects Wellbeing DESCRIPTION:One in four women over age 18 are living with some form of urinary incontinence. Of the 25 million adults in America living with some form of urinary incontinence (UI)\, 75%-80% of them are women. It’s time to normalize conversations about this common condition that can affect concentration\, productivity\, self-confidence\, and psychological safety. \nThis webinar offers insights into simple workplace accommodations and highly successful non-surgical treatments for UI\, enabling employers to level up their women’s healthcare strategies and wellness programs by offering helpful resources and guiding them to the care they need. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/womens-health-in-the-workplace-how-ui-affects-wellbeing/ LOCATION:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/July-16-womens-health-Send-July-15.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T130000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240708T141121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T205328Z UID:10000027-1720612800-1720616400@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Implications for Employers of Supreme Court Decision Ending Chevron Doctrine DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, June 28\, 2024\, the Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in two interlinked cases that overturn a 40-year-old precedent\, significantly weakening the regulatory power of federal officials. This decision is expected to have profound implications for the entire healthcare industry\, with many current federal regulations governing self-insured health plans potentially under threat. In the future\, regulators at the Departments of Labor and Health and Human Services will have significantly less leeway in interpreting vague or ambiguous federal laws. \nNoted healthcare legal and policy expert\, Chris Deacon\, JD\, will provide a detailed analysis of the Supreme Court decision and its likely impact on self-insured employers. This presentation will include a discussion of: \nWhich current regulatory structures may change under the new precedent.\nHow regulators are likely to respond to the changes. Implications for congressional action affecting self-funded employers and purchasers. \nOpportunities and threats for self-funded employers and purchasers under the new legal framework. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/webinar-implications-for-employers-of-supreme-court-decision-ending-chevron-doctrine/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/chris-deacon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T130000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240524T202315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T205312Z UID:10000025-1719316800-1719320400@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:US Business Action to End HIV and Advance Health Equity: A New Era for Prevention and Treatment DESCRIPTION:The private sector is bringing new expertise and momentum to an effort once thought impossible—the end of the HIV epidemic in the US. It’s going to take leaders across business and industry to get there. Employers and other plan sponsors working together can change the trajectory of HIV in the US by leveraging their reach and influence.\n\n\nThis webinar will feature top influencers and employers who will share actionable steps for understanding HIV/AIDS and vanquishing new infections.\n\nREGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/us-business-action-to-end-hiv-and-advance-health-equity-a-new-era-for-prevention-and-treatment/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/HIV-Webinar-June-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T123000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240510T143116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T205256Z UID:10000024-1718884800-1718886600@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Employer Case Study: Designing Benefits that Support Women's Health DESCRIPTION:Lumen Technologies fosters a diverse and inclusive culture through its employee resource groups (ERGs)\, such as Women Empowered. Participants have opportunities to network\, mentor\, and take advantage of professional development opportunities\, as well as raise awareness and advocate for issues that matter to them. \nLumen’s premise is that women’s health and wellbeing is not only a personal matter\, but also a business imperative. Healthy\, happy employees are more productive\, engaged and innovative\, contributing to their own success and that of their families\, communities\, and the company and its customers. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/employer-case-study-designing-benefits-that-support-womens-health/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Visana-webinar-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240610T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T170000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240405T210020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T155347Z UID:10000020-1718020800-1718125200@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:2024 Coalition Strategy Summit DESCRIPTION:The Coalition Strategy Summit\, open to coalitions\, employers and other healthcare purchasers\, National Health Leadership Council members\, and Affiliates\, will focus on how we will be working together to drive the future of healthcare to be more efficient and equitable. \nEven the largest coalition or employer/purchaser cannot change the market alone. This Summit will serve as a catalyst for coalitions\, their members\, and key stakeholders to network and amplify their influence and purchasing power to reshape the healthcare system for America’s families and businesses. \nLEARN MORE AND REGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/2024-coalition-strategy-summit/ LOCATION:University Club of Chicago\, 76 East Monroe Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60603\, United States CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2024-coalition-strategy-summit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T130000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240507T180309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T191405Z UID:10000023-1716292800-1716296400@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Fulfilling the Promise of Mental Health Parity: How Employers can Help Drive Improvements DESCRIPTION:Removing disparities between physical and mental health benefits requires continuous multi-stakeholder collaboration to drive actions and accountability to close gaps in care. \nLearn how employers and other healthcare purchasers can contribute to ensuring that we all have access to high-quality\, affordable\, integrated\, measurement-based care so the promise of achieving mental health parity is finally realized. \nLearn more about the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/fulfilling-the-promise-of-mental-health-parity-how-employers-can-help-drive-improvements/ CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Screenshot-2024-05-07-at-1.01.58 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T130000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240426T193510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T173026Z UID:10000021-1716206400-1716210000@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:How Patient- and Family-Centered Hospital Communications Reduce Medical Errors DESCRIPTION:Even with significant efforts to improve care\, medical errors in hospitals that harm patients still occur at alarming rates and substantial avoidable financial and human costs. \nImproving patient- and family-centered communications shows great promise in reducing errors as evidenced by a recent PCORI study. Employers can play a key role in demanding clear communication protocols and accountability among healthcare teams\, improving health literacy\, and empowering employees to advocate for themselves and their loved ones to drive costs down and safety up. \nREGISTER \nVIEW DETAILS URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/how-patient-and-family-centered-hospital-communications-reduce-medical-errors-2/ CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/May-20-2024-PCORI-Hospital-Errors-Webinar-Send-April-29.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T123000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240502T172153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T191236Z UID:10000022-1715860800-1715862600@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Fiduciary Check-in Webinar: Sharing Employer Experience on CAA Attestations: Is there a Sea Change Coming? DESCRIPTION:There is growing concern among employers that they could face litigation if they are not exercising their fiduciary responsibilities as required by complex attestation requirements that took effect on January 1. \nFollowing February’s fiduciary check-in webinar\, “CAA Attestations and Implications of the J&J Lawsuit\,” we conducted a survey to learn more about employer understanding of fiduciary responsibility\, filing practices\, influence factors\, and opportunities for improvements. This webinar features the survey results and discussion about mitigating the risk of litigation. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/fiduciary-check-in-webinar-sharing-employer-experience-on-caa-attestations-is-there-a-sea-change-coming/ CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/May-16-2024-Fiduciary-Check-in-Webinar-Send-May-2.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T140000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240313T190212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T215335Z UID:10000018-1713445200-1713448800@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:ERISA Preemption: Navigating the Federal-State Legal Maze DESCRIPTION:Beginning with a unanimous Supreme Court decision in Rutledge v. PCMA (2020)\, which allowed the State of Arkansas to regulate pharmacy benefit managers’ payments to pharmacies for self-insured (ERISA) plans\, state legislatures have become more active in seeking to regulate aspects of self-insured plans. \n​For employee and employer representatives\, an understanding of the ERISA federal preemption law is crucial for navigating the current tangle of state and federal regulations. This webinar will demystify how to effectively navigate the federal-state legal maze for ERISA health plans. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/erisa-preemption-navigating-the-federal-state-legal-maze/ CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/erisa-event-speakers-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T140000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240205T155436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T160153Z UID:10000016-1710854100-1710856800@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Navigating the Financial Landscape: Fiduciary Perspectives and Cost Management DESCRIPTION:Webinar 3 from the Pulse of the Purchaser Webinar Series – Beyond the Pulse: Navigating Employer Insights. \nExplore the fiduciary perspectives highlighted in the survey and examine the financial core of your organization. Investigate hospital price\, pharmaceutical drug\, and high-cost claims strategies. Gain valuable insights on how to optimize financial outcomes while increasing your confidence and voicing your concerns about fiduciary responsibilities. \nRegister Now \nHighlights from the Pulse of the Purchaser Survey Results:\n\n8 out of 10 employers consider drug prices\, high-cost claims\, and hospital prices a significant threat to affordability.\n2022 to 2023: Employer support for policy reform surges! Support for hospital rate regulations is up 20%\, support for hospital price transparency is up 11%\, and support for surprise billing regulation is up 7%.\nOver 8 in 10 employers strongly agree that attracting and retaining talent is a top priority. Yet 9 in 10 employers agree that rising healthcare costs are a significant challenge to remain competitive. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/navigating-the-financial-landscape-fiduciary-perspectives-and-cost-management/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T190000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240222T203825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T160957Z UID:10000017-1710342000-1710356400@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:2024 Health Policy Summit DESCRIPTION:The Purchaser Business Group on Health and the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions are co-hosting the 2024 Health Policy Summit on March 13\, 2024. \nWith our nation on the brink of a healthcare cost breaking point\, policymaker and employer/purchaser collaboration is essential to move the market toward a more-affordable\, high-quality\, equitable system. \n​During this event\, key stakeholders will gather to consider how policy\, benefits design\, and purchasing power can be used to reshape the future of healthcare for America’s businesses and working families. \nRegister for this event today!\nEvent Agenda\nOpening Remarks \n\nElizabeth Mitchell\, President & CEO\, Purchaser Business Group on Health\n\nKeynote Presentation \n\nStacy Sanders\, Chief Competition Officer\, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n\nEmpowering Affordability: How Employers and Purchasers are Shaping Market Reforms \n\nSue Birch\, Director\, Washington State Health Authority\nRussell DuBose\, Vice President of HR\, Phifer\, Inc.\nRosa Novo\, Executive Benefits Director\, Miami-Dade County Public Schools\nJeff White\, Senior Director\, Global Health Benefits\, The Boeing Company\nModerator – Elizabeth Mitchell\n\nForging Solutions: Federal and State Policies for Affordability \n\nGe Bai\, PhD\, CPA\, Professor of Accounting\, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health\nMark Miller\, PhD\, Executive Vice President\, Arnold Ventures\nHemi Tewarson\, JD\, MPH\, Executive Director\, National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP)\nModerator – Shawn Gremminger\, President & CEO\, National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions\n\nClosing Remarks: Shawn Gremminger \nNetworking Reception URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/2024-health-policy-summit/ LOCATION:The National Press Club\, 529 14th St. NW\, 13th Floor\, Washington\, DC\, 20045\, United States CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/capital.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T130000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240205T155158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T153206Z UID:10000015-1709640900-1709643600@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Strategies for a Healthier Workplace DESCRIPTION:Webinar 2 from the Pulse of the Purchaser Webinar Series – Beyond the Pulse: Navigating Employer Insights. \nElevate your understanding of health strategies that matter most to your employees. Explore holistic approaches\, including whole-person health\, health equity\, women’s\nhealth\, mental health\, and obesity management. Discover how other employers are integrating these strategies and their future plans for developing a healthier\, more engaged workforce. \nRegister Now \nHighlights from the Pulse of the Purchaser Survey Results:\n\n8 out of 10 employers consider drug prices\, high-cost claims\, and hospital prices a significant threat to affordability.\n2022 to 2023: Employer support for policy reform surges! Support for hospital rate regulations is up 20%\, support for hospital price transparency is up 11%\, and support for surprise billing regulation is up 7%.\nOver 8 in 10 employers strongly agree that attracting and retaining talent is a top priority. Yet 9 in 10 employers agree that rising healthcare costs are a significant challenge to remain competitive. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/strategies-for-a-healthier-workplace/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T123000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240118T184227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T184227Z UID:10000013-1708603200-1708605000@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Fiduciary Check-in Webinar: Sharing Employer Experience on CAA Attestations DESCRIPTION:This fiduciary check-in webinar follows up on the November webinar\, “CAA Employer Attestation Requirements\,” which featured a discussion on employer compliance with the No Gag Clause and attestation requirements of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA). \nPanelists will share what employers have done to achieve compliance by the January 1\, 2024\, deadline and how they will continue to do so for the long term. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/fiduciary-check-in-webinar-sharing-employer-experience-on-caa-attestations/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T140000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20240205T154447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T160137Z UID:10000014-1708434900-1708437600@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Decoding the Workforce Environment and Forecasting Change DESCRIPTION:Webinar 1 from the Pulse of the Purchaser Webinar Series – Beyond the Pulse: Navigating Employer Insights. \nEmbark on a journey into the core of your organization as we explore the intricacies of workforce dynamics. This session unearths elements shaping your workplace and looks into the future\, exploring potential health reforms that could reshape the landscape for employers. Gain comprehensive insights into your current organizational heartbeat and strategic foresight to navigate impending challenges. \nRegister Now \nHighlights from the Pulse of the Purchaser Survey Results:\n\n8 out of 10 employers consider drug prices\, high-cost claims\, and hospital prices a significant threat to affordability.\n2022 to 2023: Employer support for policy reform surges! Support for hospital rate regulations is up 20%\, support for hospital price transparency is up 11%\, and support for surprise billing regulation is up 7%.\nOver 8 in 10 employers strongly agree that attracting and retaining talent is a top priority. Yet 9 in 10 employers agree that rising healthcare costs are a significant challenge to remain competitive. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/decoding-the-workforce-environment-and-forecasting-change/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231116T153000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20231107T144746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T144746Z UID:10000012-1700146800-1700148600@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Fiduciary Check-in Webinar: CAA Employer Attestation Requirements DESCRIPTION:This fiduciary check-in webinar features a discussion on employer compliance with the No Gag Clause and attestation requirements of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA)\, which apply to both fully and self-insured group health plans. \nUnderstand the rules and purposes of the No Gag Clause and attestation requirements as well as the related CAA Transparency in Coverage self- service tool requirements — and what employers must do to achieve compliance by January 1 (and every year thereafter). URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/fiduciary-check-in-webinar-caa-employer-attestation-requirements/ CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/November-16-2023-Fiduciary-check-in-CAA-Attestations-Send-November-15.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T170000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20230106T202903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T134906Z UID:10000004-1699866000-1700067600@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Annual Forum DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \nThis event brings together over 400 people from across the country (employers\, coalition leaders\, and other healthcare stakeholders) to learn and network with one another and discover effective approaches to managing their overall healthcare strategy. Learn more and register. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/annual-forum/ LOCATION:Crystal Gateway Marriott\, 1700 Richmond Highway\, Arlington\, VA\, 22202\, United States CATEGORIES:Coalition Events,National Alliance Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/Temp_Rising.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T160000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20231011T163041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T141448Z UID:10000011-1698764400-1698768000@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Going Deep on Mental Health Parity: Taking Action Now in Light of Proposed Legislation DESCRIPTION:Since the pandemic\, mental health has never been more front and center for employer health\, healthcare\, and benefits strategies. \n\n\n\n\nThis webinar focuses on proposed rules and additional guidance on compliance with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Act set forth by the U.S. Departments of Treasury\, Labor\, and Health and Human Services. \nReading Materials\n\nHealth Policy in Transit: Mental Health Parity and Regulation Updation\nProposed Mental Health Parity Rule Includes Costly Adequacy Requirements\nBehavioral Health Vendor Engagement Template URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/going-deep-on-mental-health-parity-taking-action-now-in-light-of-proposed-legislation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T150000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20230526T214254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T222418Z UID:10000006-1698224400-1698246000@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Women's Health in the Workplace National Symposium DESCRIPTION:The Economic Alliance for Michigan (EAM) is excited to announce the 2023 Women’s Health in the Workplace Symposium. This unique two-day event will take place October 25 and 26 at the Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport Conference Center in Romulus\, Michigan. \nThe Symposium is an educational\, networking event for employers\, organizations and purchasers of healthcare. Themes focus on ways to improve women’s health and wellbeing in the workplace and beyond. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/womens-health-in-the-workplace-national-symposium/ LOCATION:Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport Conference Center\, Romulus\, MI\, United States CATEGORIES:Coalition Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/womens-health-in-the-workplace.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T143000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20230831T214950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T143439Z UID:10000010-1695301200-1695306600@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Employer Town Hall: Accelerating Health Equity Across the Supply Chain DESCRIPTION:Part of an employer’s responsibility in achieving health equity is guaranteeing that all employees have equal access to healthcare. Equally important is that they continuously strive to meet evolving workforce needs \nAn important key to success is engaging and working collaboratively with supply chain partners to integrate health equity and inclusion into their daily practices to improve patient outcomes across the continuum of needs. \nIn this town hall\, we will bring the conversation full circle as we discuss how employers\, health plans\, health systems\, and others are going above-and-beyond taking care of basic needs to achieve health equity. \nMeet the Panelists:\nRachel Harrington\, PhD\nSenior Research Scientist\, Health Equity\, National Committee for Quality Assurance \nVittoria Lecomte\nFounder and CEO\, Sesh \nKaren Mancera-Cuevas\, DrPH\nSenior Director\, Health Equity\, National Health Council \nCarol McBride\nVice President of Benefits and President PACE Employee Resource Group\, Mr. Cooper Group \nGeorge Robinson\nDirector of Supplier and Diversity Inclusion\, UPMC Health Systems URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/employer-town-hall-accelerating-health-equity-across-the-supply-chain/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T141500 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20230807T185038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T185157Z UID:10000008-1695205800-1695219300@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Obesity: The Employer Conundrum DESCRIPTION:Obesity is complicated. This metabolic disease has genetic\, environmental and psychological factors\, and is associated with multiple chronic conditions and poorer mental health outcomes. And\, bias and stigma can get in the way of a successful workplace strategy. The economic burden to employers is significant. A new generation of anti-obesity drugs has shifted the treatment landscape\, creating both a challenge and opportunity for employers. Employers attending this session will gain a better understanding of the latest research\, employer best practices and concrete ideas to mitigate costs associated with obesity. \nThis program is available both in-person and virtually. \nUnderstand how: \n\nObesity is often inaccurately characterized as a lifestyle failure instead of a chronic disease\nTreating underlying obesity is imperative to successfully managing chronic conditions and addressing mental health.\nWeight stigma can have significant social\, psychological and physical effects for those living with obesity.\nEmployers can make an educated decision on why and how to cover GLP-1 weight loss medications.\nPlan design can mitigate the economic burden of this metabolic disease. URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/obesity-the-employer-conundrum/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Coalition Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/wp-content/uploads/midwest-business-group-on-health.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cheryl Larson - Midwest Business Group on Health":MAILTO:clarson@mbgh.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T140000 DTSTAMP:20250806T215447 CREATED:20230807T185457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230817T143757Z UID:10000009-1692709200-1692712800@www.nationalalliancehealth.org SUMMARY:Rethinking Employer Prevention Strategies to Improve Quality\, Safety & Wellbeing DESCRIPTION:The webinar includes a moderated discussion on the impact the pandemic has had on employer prevention strategies and highlight key results from the recent National Alliance employer prevention survey. \nSpeakers and Moderators\n\nNeil Goldfarb: President & CEO\, Greater Philadelphia Business Coalition on Health\nGinger Miller: Health Promotion Manager\, Utz Quality Foods LLC\nDr. Nicole Shaffer: Senior Director of People Experience\, Pfizer\nCristie Travis: Co-CEO\, HealthCareTN URL:https://www.nationalalliancehealth.org/event/rethinking-employer-prevention-strategies-to-improve-quality-safety-wellbeing/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:National Alliance Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR