Medicaid Knowledge You Need

October 27-28, 2025 | Chicago

Stay Ahead of the Changing Medicaid Landscape

Join hospital executives from coast to coast at America’s Essential Hospitals’ intensive two-day Medicaid Summit, Oct. 27–28, in Chicago. This flagship event unites health care leaders to tackle pressing Medicaid payment reforms and operational hurdles that face hospitals filling a safety net role in their communities. 

This year’s summit features an enhanced focus on managed care directed payments and the strategic implications of evolving Medicaid regulations. The event will culminate with a keynote presentation by Eyman Partners, a boutique law firm providing a mix of legal, strategic, and policy advice to health industry leaders.

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Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights from national experts, network with peers, and stay ahead of the rapidly changing Medicaid landscape.

Who Should Attend?

What People are Saying

Speakers

Robert Barish, MD, MBA

Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs and Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Illinois Chicago, University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System

Sandra George

Senior Advisor, Eyman Partners

Eva Johnson, JD

Principal, Eyman Partners

Verlon Johnson, MPA

Chief Strategy Officer, Acentra Health

Kamera Meaney, MBA

Chief Health Policy and Government Relations Officer, University Health

Sarah Mutinsky, JD, MPH

Principal, Eyman Partners

Mara Ruff, JD

Vice President, Government Affairs, Sinai Chicago

Bruce Siegel, MD, MPH

President and CEO, America's Essential Hospitals

Registration

Secure your spot at Medicaid Summit!

All registrants must be affiliated with a hospital or health system that is a member of America’s Essential Hospitals. Members can invite consultants with whom they work; hospital staff must complete the consultant authorization letter upon registration and must attend the event with the consultant(s). 

Substitution and Cancellation Information

Written cancellations must be postmarked, faxed, or emailed to America’s Essential Hospitals by Friday, Oct. 3, for a full refund. 

Cancellations made between Saturday, Oct. 4, and Monday, Oct. 20, will be granted less a $150 administrative fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received or postmarked after Oct. 20
 
Registrations are transferable among individuals from the same organization at no additional charge through Sept. 16. A $100 processing fee will apply for any transfer requests received after this date. Complimentary registrations are nontransferable. 

Note: All deadlines are through midnight ET of the specified date. 

Hotel Information

6501 Mannheim Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
847.699.6300

or call 847.699.6300. When making reservations by phone, please reference America’s Essential Hospitals to receive the special group rate.    

The deadline for making room reservations at the special America’s Essential Hospitals rate of $172 per night is Friday, Oct. 3.

Thank You to Our Sponsor

Questions?

email us at events@essentialhospitals.org

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Accessibility

America’s Essential Hospitals is committed to hosting inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. If you require accommodations to participate in this event, you may request them during conference registration or email events@essentialhospitals.org by Oct. 20 to ensure proper coordination and arrangement of your request.