Medicaid Health Plans of America (MHPA)

05/15/2026

Transportation isn't just a logistical hurdle: it's a healthcare imperative. For rural Medicaid populations, barriers like distance and fragmented coordination can mean the difference between accessing care and going without.

As MHPA members work to deliver high-quality care to vulnerable populations, integrating non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) into care strategies is key to effective care delivery.

Join MHPA partner Kinetik CEO Sufian Chowdhury in a live Becker's Healthcare panel to explore:
• Shifting NEMT from an "external issue" to a core component of care delivery
• Practical approaches for payers to integrate transportation through benefit design, partnerships, and digital tools
• How this integration reduces gaps in access, improves data quality, and lowers costs

Register now to secure your spot: https://hubs.ly/Q04d-M4s0

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05/14/2026

🚨 URGENT REMINDER: You have until TOMORROW, Friday, May 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET to submit your presentation proposals and research posters for MHPA26!

Join us September 28-30 in San Antonio, TX, to explore our theme: “Rooted in Resilience, Flowing Forward: Navigating Medicaid’s Future Together.” We are seeking innovative practices and proven solutions across Access to Care, Complex Care, and Hot Topics.

🗣️ Presenters: Don't forget, all presentation proposals must include at least one Medicaid Managed Care Organization (MCO) representative to showcase impactful, collaborative partnerships.

📊 Researchers: Submit your original research or quality/process improvement evaluations for our Poster Program to share actionable, data-driven insights.

https://ow.ly/eoLe50YZwKy

Time is running out to demonstrate your thought leadership and share how you are rethinking care delivery for Medicaid enrollees. Submit your proposals today!

05/07/2026

Last Call! Submit Your MHPA26 Presentation or Poster by May 15 ⏰

With ONE WEEK LEFT until the submission deadline (May 15, 2026, 11:59 PM ET), we urge innovators, researchers, and Medicaid MCO leaders to showcase their work at the 2026 Annual Conference in San Antonio.

Why present?

✅ Spotlight collaborations between Medicaid MCOs and partners addressing Access to Care, Complex Care, or Hot Topics.
✅ Share scalable solutions that advance Medicaid members’ health.
✅ Network with 600+ industry leaders driving policy and practice.

Key Requirements:

• Presentations: Must include at least one Medicaid MCO representative as a speaker.
• Posters: Feature original research/evaluations with tangible takeaways for Medicaid MCOs.

📝 Submit your proposal now: https://ow.ly/Q8GN50YVJ1i

Let’s navigate Medicaid’s future together! 🌊

05/05/2026

🚀 Big News for North Carolina Medicaid!

We're excited to welcome the North Carolina Association of Health Plans (NCAHP) as the newest member of MHPA's State Affiliate program! This partnership marks a significant step forward in strengthening Medicaid managed care across North Carolina.

💡 Why this matters:

For enrollees: Collaborative advocacy ensures vulnerable populations gain better access to quality, affordable care—aligning with MHPA’s mission to serve underserved communities .

For policymakers: NCAHP’s local expertise combined with MHPA’s national research and advocacy resources will support data-driven decisions to improve Medicaid outcomes.

🤝 Together, we’ll amplify efforts to advance better care, and lower costs for North Carolinians. Join us in celebrating this milestone!

👉 Learn more about MHPA’s impact: https://ow.ly/6sSC50YUFTi

05/04/2026

🌟 NEW MEMBER ALERT!

We're thrilled to welcome Jefferson Health Plans as the newest Health Plan Organization Member of Medicaid Health Plans of America (MHPA)! 🎉

As the sole national association dedicated exclusively to representing Medicaid managed care organizations, MHPA brings together industry leaders to advance innovative, cost-effective solutions for over 48 million Medicaid enrollees nationwide. Jefferson Health Plans' commitment to serving vulnerable communities aligns perfectly with our mission to enhance health care quality and accessibility.

This partnership strengthens our collective voice in shaping policies that support sustainable, high-quality Medicaid programs. Together, we'll drive meaningful change for families across the U.S. 🤝

04/30/2026

Is your brand ready to connect with Medicaid's most influential leaders? 🌟

At MHPA26 in San Antonio, we're building the future of Medicaid managed care. This is where partnerships that drive innovation begin.

🎬 Watch our new video to see the energy, connections, and opportunities from last year's event and discover what's in store for 2026.

🔗 In 60 seconds, you’ll see how sponsoring or exhibiting at MHPA26 gives you:

• Direct access to Medicaid C-suite executives & decision-makers.

• A platform to align your brand with progress on keynote stages and in exclusive settings.

• Prime engagement with stakeholders actively seeking solutions.

👉 Secure your impact: Download the MHPA26 prospectus to explore premium packages.
https://ow.ly/noZr50YRZg7

Limited opportunities are available. Claim your role at the center of the conversation.

04/29/2026

🚀 NEW from MHPA: A Snapshot of Medicaid Managed Care!

Did you know?

✅ Over 275 MCOs serve nearly 75% of Medicaid enrollees across 42 states.
✅ 91% of parents rate their child's Medicaid plan positively.
✅ MCOs reduce prescription drug spending by 21% without sacrificing quality.

Our new infographic breaks down how Medicaid managed care delivers quality, efficiency, and satisfaction for over 70 million enrollees.

👉 Check it out now: https://ow.ly/CSsG50YRQRi

04/23/2026

The wait is over! Registration is now OPEN for MHPA26. Join us in San Antonio, TX, Sept 28-30 for the premier event for Medicaid professionals.

Connect with peers, discover the latest trends, and gain tools to succeed. Your pass includes all sessions, exhibits, meals, and receptions.

⏰ Act Fast for Early Bird Rates! Save hundreds by registering before July 17, 2026.

• Health Plan Members: $595
• Partner Orgs: $1,195
• Industry Affiliates: $1,995

Gov't officials & academics may qualify for complimentary or reduced rates with approval.
Don't forget—secure your room at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk. Rooms are filling fast!

🎯 Ready to join? Register online today: https://ow.ly/9kh550YOAIz

04/21/2026

April is Medicaid Awareness Month! 🎉

Did you know Medicaid provides essential health coverage to over 75 million Americans? Providing comprehensive medical benefits and services to almost 75% of Medicaid enrollees, Medicaid managed care organizations (MCOs) have the flexibility to deliver services and care coordination beyond what is available under a fee-for-service model meeting the holistic needs of individuals through value-added services, such as medically tailored meals and transportation.

Recognizing that the range of care and services needed by Medicaid enrollees varies among individuals and over time, Medicaid MCOs utilize a whole-person approach that meets the unique needs and circumstances of individuals. Care coordination supports access to providers and improved health outcomes through engagement with enrollees, their families, providers, and state and local social service agencies.

Hear directly from a patient's experience about the difference this model makes.

04/16/2026

📣 The Call for Presentations is now open.

We invite proposals for Conference Sessions and Poster Presentations. This is your opportunity to contribute to the national dialogue on the future of Medicaid managed care under our 2026 theme: “Rooted in Resilience, Flowing Forward: Navigating Medicaid’s Future Together”.

• To Lead a Session: Showcase a collaborative solution developed with a Medicaid MCO. Proposals must include at least one confirmed MCO representative speaker and aim to provide practical, "take-home knowledge" for attendees.
• To Present a Poster: Share original research or data-driven evaluations visually in the conference exhibit hall. We seek novel findings that can inform policy or practice for Medicaid MCOs.

🗓️ Submission Deadline: Friday, May 15, 2026
🔗 Submit Your Proposal: https://ow.ly/1WWH50YIRqs

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