Medicaid Health Plans of America (MHPA)

02/05/2026

JUST IN: We are honored to announce Hemi Tewarson, Executive Director of the National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP), will be speaking at the 2026 Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum! 🎙️

Join us on Thursday, March 19 for an exclusive breakfast and “Fireside” Chat. Hemi will be sharing critical insights into state health policy trends that you won't want to miss.

This event is open to MHPA members, state health plan affiliates, and partners only.

👇 View the full agenda and check back frequently for updates:
https://ow.ly/KAmk50Y9lNY

02/04/2026

We are pleased to spotlight a powerful video from our partner, Johnson & Johnson, titled "It’s Not JUST Ink: A Journey Through Schizophrenia." This moving narrative chronicles a personal battle with mental illness, highlighting how access to resources, treatment, and support systems can lead to stability and hope. Watch the full video to hear this inspiring story of recovery and resilience.

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In this poignant first episode of the “It’s Not JUST Ink” video series, join Kody Green as he reflects on the foundational experiences of his journey with sc...

01/29/2026

🔒 EXCLUSIVE ACCESS ALERT!

Join MHPA at the Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum (March 17-19, DC) for:

Views from the Hill: Capitol Hill Minority Staff

(Closed to Press | Off the Record)

🗣️ Hear directly from senior Democratic staff overseeing Medicaid on:

• Federal legislation impacting managed care

• Outlook for Medicaid pre-midterms

• Unfiltered Q&A on critical priorities

Why attend?

✅ Exclusive insights from Senate Finance + House E&C Committees

✅ Strategic intelligence for your 2026 advocacy

✅ Private, press-free environment

👉 This event is for MHPA members & partners only.

⏰ Limited seats available!
https://ow.ly/QIQw50Y5BBR

01/28/2026

Join Our Team!

We’re Hiring an Events & Engagement Coordinator 📢

Are you a highly organized professional who excels at supporting successful events? Medicaid Health Plans of America (MHPA) is looking for you!

We are the leading association representing Medicaid managed care organizations , and we need a detail-oriented coordinator to work alongside our events and engagement team to help bring our high-impact conferences and webinars to life.

📍 Location: Washington, DC/Hybrid
💰 Salary: $65,000 - $70,000

In this role, you will:

✨ Assist with details for our major events, including our upcoming Annual Conference (MHPA26 in San Antonio!) and webinars.
✨ Support the team with sponsor fulfillment, inventory tracking, and vendor coordination.
✨ Serve as a proactive point of contact to assist our members and partners.

We’re looking for:

✅ Bachelor’s degree & 3-5 years of experience (Associations/Healthcare preferred).
✅ A proactive mindset with impeccable attention to detail.
✅ Experience with event software (Cadmium, Wild Apricot is a plus!).

Why MHPA?
We offer competitive compensation, a 401k plan, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits. Join a team dedicated to improving healthcare access for vulnerable populations!

👉 How to Apply: Send your resume and cover letter to pcorr@mhpa.org.

01/27/2026

Big news! 📢 We’re excited to welcome California Association of Health Plans as our newest State Affiliate!

Representing plans covering nearly 28 million lives, CAHP brings a massive voice for affordable health care to our national coalition. Let’s get to work! 🌴🏥

01/22/2026

🌟 MHPA Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum 2026: CMS/CMCS Briefing

🚨 Exclusive Access to Medicare/Medicaid Decision-Makers

Hear what Joe Glinka of Highmark Wholecare says about MHPA's exclusive access:

" I had an opportunity to meet Drew Snyder, who was the administrator at CMS. He was new. It was a great opportunity to identify a little bit more about what his priorities were at the time, and what he was thinking, and it gave us an opportunity to have an exchange as far as how we're thinking about certain things, for him to take back to the agency in the interest of productivity and effectiveness.”

Join us for this must-attend session:

CMS/CMCS Priorities & OBBBA Update
✅ Off-the-record briefing with top Medicare/Medicaid officials
✅ Exclusive focus on 2026 priorities & OBBBA implementation status
✅ Closed to press for candid policy dialogue

Why this matters:

• Shape federal Medicaid strategy alongside decision-makers
• Gain implementation insights before public release
• Position your organization for regulatory changes

📅 March 18, 2026 | 12:45-1:45 PM

📍 Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.

👉 MHPA Members & Partners Only

🔗 Register by March 12: https://medicaidplans.org/palf26/

Act now – limited capacity!

01/21/2026

Medicaid Health Plans of America (MHPA) is proud to continue supporting Idaho 🤝 as the state advances its transition to comprehensive Medicaid managed care. 🏥➡️🔄

We recently submitted detailed comments 📝 in response to Idaho’s Request for Information (RFI) on the managed care transition, which sought stakeholder input on operationalizing this important reform. Our response focuses on:

• 🧠 Thoughtful contract design

• 🤝 Strong care coordination across services

• 🛡️ Robust beneficiary protections

MHPA remains committed to working alongside state leaders, Medicaid officials, and stakeholders to ensure a smooth, person-centered ❤️ transition that strengthens Medicaid care for Idahoans. 🌟

01/21/2026

🔒 EXCLUSIVE ACCESS ALERT!
Join MHPA at the Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum (March 17-19, DC) for:

Views from the Hill: Capitol Hill Majority Staff
(Closed to Press | Off the Record)

🗣️ Hear directly from senior Republican staff overseeing Medicaid on:

• Federal legislation impacting managed care
• Outlook for Medicaid pre-midterms
• Unfiltered Q&A on critical priorities

Why attend?

✅ Exclusive insights from Senate Finance + House E&C Committees
✅ Strategic intelligence for your 2026 advocacy
✅ Private, press-free environment

👉 This event is for MHPA members & partners only.
🔗 https://medicaidplans.org/palf26/

⏰ Limited seats available!

01/15/2026

🚨 EARLY BIRD DEADLINE APPROACHING!

Don't miss your chance to secure exclusive access to MHPA's premier Policy & Advocacy Leadership Forum 2026 at the Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. (March 17-19)!

✨ MHPA Partners: Register by January 23rd to lock in your early bird rate of $1,095—a $400 savings off the standard fee!

🔒 This event is exclusively for MHPA Health Plan Members and Partner Organizations. Network with policymakers, congressional leaders, and top Medicaid experts in our nation's capital.

💡 Why attend?
• Shape federal & state policy priorities
• Exclusive off-record sessions with CMS/CMCS & Capitol Hill staff
• Strategic advocacy training for maximum impact

👉 Act now—early pricing ends Jan 23!
🔗 https://ow.ly/7Gx450XWhYu

01/14/2026

🚨 Medicaid Managed Care Health Plans Mobilize to Protect Vulnerable Populations

As featured in KFF Health News health plans nationwide—including L.A. Care (CA), AlohaCare (HI), and Community Behavioral Health (PA)—are expanding outreach to help enrollees navigate federal policy changes.

🔍 Key Efforts:

L.A. Care launched community info sessions to educate about Medi-Cal changes.
AlohaCare is partnering with coalitions and other CBOs to mitigate coverage losses.
Community Behavioral Health will host summits starting next year.
💡 Why This Matters:
3.4M+ Medi-Cal recipients, 400K+ CalFresh beneficiaries, and millions of others across the country face potential benefit changes, emphasizing the need for coordinated community support.
👉 See How Health Plans Are Responding: https://ow.ly/EFYw50XWht4

Even as President Donald Trump and GOP lawmakers say the One Big Beautiful Bill Act targets waste, fraud, and abuse, Medicaid health plans are hosting events across the U.S. to prevent low-income families from losing health insurance and food benefits next year.

01/13/2026

Innovation and collaboration are no longer optional in the SUD space—they are vital as we look toward 2027.

MHPA’s Shannon Attanasio recently joined leaders from Boulder Care and Pyramid Healthcare to discuss the future of Medicaid funding and access with Behavioral Health Business.

Key takeaway: Payers and providers must align on patient engagement and utilize data-driven eligibility tools to ensure access to care isn't interrupted during upcoming shifts in coverage.

📖 Read the full recap here: https://bhbusiness.com/2026/01/07/sud-providers-need-to-embrace-innovation-in-the-face-of-medicaid-uncertainties/

The start of the new year also marks just 12 months until 2027, when many provisions outlined in the One Big Beautiful Bill take effect — ushering in

01/09/2026

📣 MHPA is hiring a Regulatory Affairs Analyst to support our policy team in Washington, D.C.
If you are passionate about health policy and want to help shape the regulations that impact the Medicaid managed care industry, we want to hear from you.

About the Role:

Working closely with our Director of Regulatory Affairs, you will play a key role in developing policy positions and enhancing relationships with federal agencies like CMS and HHS. You will help draft comment letters, analyze new guidance, and support our advocacy efforts for member plans.

This role is perfect for you if:

You speak "Federal Register": You understand the federal rulemaking process and can summarize complex proposed rules.

You know Medicaid: You have experience with managed care, health policy, or Medicaid issues.

You are a strong writer: You can draft persuasive letters and clear issue briefs.

You are a connector: You thrive on building relationships with stakeholders and agency officials.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or JD preferred.
3-5 years of experience in regulatory issues (corporate, healthcare org, or trade association preferred).

Why MHPA?
We offer a competitive salary ($70k-$80k), excellent benefits (health, 401k, flexible schedules), and the opportunity to work at the forefront of Medicaid policy.

📍 Location: Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)
📅 To Apply: Send a cover letter and resume to jobs@mhpa.org.

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