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MHPA is the leading trade association solely focused on representing Medicaid health plans. We provi

We provide advocacy, research & organized forums that support the development of policy solutions to enhance delivery of quality health care.

03/30/2026

🍎 This Nutritional Awareness Month: Harnessing ILOS for Better Health 🍎

Recent research highlights a powerful, flexible policy tool within Medicaid managed care for plans looking to address a major factor of chronic disease: nutrition.

This Health Affairs article outlines research on how states are using ‘In Lieu Of Services and Settings’ (ILOS) authority to innovate care. ILOS allows states to authorize Medicaid managed care plans to cover non-traditional services as medically appropriate and cost-effective substitutes for state plan services.

The study finds that ten states have authorized their managed care plans to use ILOS specifically for food security and nutrition. This includes innovative interventions like :

🟢 Medically tailored meals and groceries
🟢 Healthy food vouchers and produce prescriptions
🟢 Home-delivered meals and food pharmacies
🟢 Nutrition education programs

ILOS are cost-effective, alternative services or settings offered by Medicaid MCOs that substitute for traditional, state-plan-covered services, allowing MCOs to provide better care to individuals with complex health needs.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/4s3r50YAVi7

03/26/2026

🚀 Unlocking Reporter Perspectives: Expert Insights on Advancing Medicaid Managed Care Stories 📸

Today's Health Care Reporter Panel at the Leadership Forum provided a candid discussion about how Medicaid stories are built and how MCOs and journalists can work more effectively together.

A huge thank you to our expert journalists, moderator, and MC:
• Paige Winfield Cunningham, NOTUS (formerly The Washington Post)
• Dorothy Mills-Gregg, Inside Health Policy
• Moderator: Marni Gootzit, MHPA
• MC: Mildred Menos, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey

Key Discussion Takeaways:
✅ Media coverage is a critical conduit to both national and state audiences for
advocacy.
✅ Building relationships, giving reporters more lead time to write their stories, and being responsive establishes credibility over time.
✅ YOU are the only one who can tell your story.

Grateful to our panelists for their honesty and insight—and to everyone who joined the conversation.

03/24/2026

Advocating for the future of Medicaid managed care! 📣

Last Thursday, our members were on Capitol Hill meeting directly with lawmakers. Together, we’re highlighting how Medicaid managed care delivers value, improves outcomes, and ensures access to quality care for the millions of individuals and families who rely on Medicaid.

03/20/2026

🌟 State Perspectives Take Center Stage at

Today’s "State Hot Topics" panel delivered critical insights on HR 1 implementation across jurisdictions, featuring:

• Lindsey Browning (National Association of Medicaid Directors)
• Shelby Kerns (National Association of State Budget Officers)
• Kate Ross (California Association of Health Plans)
• Moderated by Arif Shaikh (Kaiser Permanente)

03/19/2026

Grateful to two outstanding presenters for bringing clarity and energy to the “Medicaid Policy 201” discussion. Thank you to Mary Beth Musumeci, Teaching Associate Professor of Health Policy and Management, George Washington University’s Milken Institute School of Public Health.
Brendan Harris, President of UPMC for YOU and State Programs, UPMC Health Plan, for helping attendees understand the complexities and challenges of Medicaid financing.

03/19/2026

🌟 Day 2 Kickoff at the MHPA Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum 2026

Good morning from Washington, D.C.!

Attendees engaged in a dynamic breakfast fireside chat with NASHP Executive Director Hemi Tewarson, moderated by Steve Cozzo of AmeriHealth Caritas. The discussion centered on Medicaid’s evolving state health policy issues impacting Medicaid beneficiaries and the sustainability of the Medicaid program.

More to follow as the day progresses!

03/18/2026

🌟 Day 1 Highlights from the MHPA Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum 2026

The energy is high in Washington, D.C.! The first day of the MHPA 2026 Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum brought together Medicaid managed care professionals for essential sessions and networking.

03/18/2026

🌟 MHPA Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum 2026 Session Update

Today’s Medicaid Director Discussion emphasized the collaborative efforts of agencies across states and territories in advancing H.R.1 implementation.

We extend our gratitude to:
• Melisa Byrd, Medicaid Director, DC Department of Health Care Finance
• Carlos A. Santiago-Rosario, Executive Director, Puerto Rico Medicaid Program
• Drew Gonshorowski, Medicaid Director, Nebraska

Thank you for sharing frontline perspectives on balancing challenges, opportunities, and partnerships with MCOs. Special thanks to moderator Chris Priest of Centene for guiding this critical dialogue.

Collaboration between Medicaid agencies and Medicaid managed care organizations remains pivotal for strengthening outcomes nationwide.

03/18/2026

🌟 MHPA Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum 2026 Session Update

Earlier today, MHPA members engaged in a productive dialogue with CMCS's Dan Brillman during our session on CMS/CMCS Priorities and the OBBBA Update. The discussion provided valuable insights into current regulatory developments and how plans can navigate ongoing implementation.

We sincerely thank Dan for sharing his expertise and perspective with the group, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with CMS to advance a sustainable and effective Medicaid managed care system.

03/18/2026

🌟 MHPA Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum 2026 Update

The Forum successfully kicked off with two impactful sessions:

1️⃣ "Welcome to Washington"
Featuring MHPA CEO Craig Kennedy, UnitedHealth's Catherine Anderson, and MHPA's Shannon Attanasio, this closed-door session highlighted Medicaid's critical role in national policymaking and strategies for advancing industry priorities.

2️⃣ "2026 Policy Priorities Overview"
Senior MHPA leaders and committee chairs outlined key legislative and regulatory initiatives, focusing on H.R. 1 implementation and cross-state collaboration.

Stay tuned for more updates!

03/18/2026

🌟 Kicking Off the Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum! 🌟

🎉 Tonight, MHPA is proud to host leaders from across the Medicaid ecosystem at our Welcome Reception in the heart of DC's historic Park Hyatt!

🔥 Tomorrow's Can't-Miss Agenda:

✅ Exclusive briefings with CMS leadership

✅ Behind-the-scenes insights from Capitol Hill policymakers

✅ State Medicaid directors' roundtable on 2026 priorities

Looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow for a full day of insights and impact.

03/10/2026

🚨 Exclusive Insights Alert: CMS/CMCS 2026 Priorities & OBBBA Update 🚨

Medicaid MCO Leaders: This is your direct line to the strategies shaping your year.

Join MHPA for a closed-door, off-the-record session with Dan Brillman, Deputy Administrator and Director, CMCS, as he unpacks:

✅ 2026 CMS/CMCS Priorities – What’s next for Medicaid managed care?
✅ OBBBA Implementation Status – Critical updates on timelines, guidance, and operational impacts.
✅ Q&A Opportunities – Get clarity on the policies that matter most to your organization.

Why This Matters for MCOs:

Strategic foresight to align your 2026 planning with federal priorities.

Actionable intel on compliance, funding, and program enhancements.

Direct access to CMCS leadership – a rare chance to influence the conversation.

Moderated by Mitch Evans (National VP of Medicaid Strategy, Humana), this session is designed for decision-makers – no press, no recordings, just candid dialogue.

📅 Save Your Seat Now: https://medicaidplans.org/palf26/

Space is limited! Space is limited! Online registration ends March 12!

🔥 Don’t Miss This:
If your organization needs to stay ahead of Medicaid’s evolving landscape, this is the insider briefing you can’t afford to skip.

👉 Tag a colleague who needs to be in the room.

P.S. This isn’t just another conference – it’s your roadmap to 2026. Secure your spot TODAY.

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