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Navigating next-gen cancer care: What new guidelines, treatments and trends mean for payers

The oncology landscape is shifting rapidly. With earlier-onset cancers on the rise, new therapies and evolving care models, payers must rethink traditional approaches to stay ahead of cost and complexity and better support their members. Join us for a conversation…

Sep 17, 2025 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM America/Chicago

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Lucy R. Langer, MD, MSHS

National Medical Director/CMO of Oncology, Genomics, and Laboratory, UnitedHealthcare

Ali Khan, MD, MPP, FACP

Vice President & Chief Medical Officer, Aetna Medicare

Bobby Green, MD

Co-Founder, Chief Medical Officer & President, Thyme Care

New guide tackles connected chronic conditions across care teams

About 1 in 3 U.S. adults have at least three risk factors for cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome — a condition rooted in the overlap of heart disease, kidney disease and metabolic disorders like Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Yet care delivery…

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Who’s snatching up DSOs?

Here are four DSOs that have been acquired by larger DSOs, private equity companies and other organizations so far this year: 1. Great Neck, N.Y.-based The Smilist acquired BrookBeam Dental, a dental partnership organization supporting 16 offices in New York.…

How oral surgery groups are expanding in 2025

Oral surgery-focused DSOs and MSOs are seeing much success this year thanks to continued interest from surgeons and new funding from investors. Here are more than 10 updates to know from 2025:

Job satisfaction does not guarantee retention — Workforce survey insights

Clinician burnout and turnover are reshaping healthcare staffing. But the surprising finding? 76% of clinicians are satisfied with their jobs — yet 28% of those satisfied are still planning to leave within two years. Relying on satisfaction surveys alone won’t…

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Wisconsin launches state's 1st dental assistant apprenticeship program

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development has launched the state’s first dental assistant registered apprenticeship program. The 15-month program includes 592 hours of paid related instruction and 2,008 hours of on-the-job training. The minimum pay during instruction is $20–$22 per…

Dr. Gabriel Holdwick acquires Michigan dental practice

Gabriel Holdwick, DDS, has acquired the dental practice of James Hirn, DDS, according to a July 26 report from Huron Daily Tribune. Both dentists’ practices are located in Harbor Beach, Mich. Dr. Holdwick is planning to merge patients from the…

Healthcare contact centers are drowning in live calls — AI is the way forward

Health system contact center staff handle complex, high-emotion patient interactions. However, staff struggle to meet demand, which creates longer wait times and inconsistent patient experiences. With AI, there is a path forward. AI can do more than deflect calls. From…

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One Big Beautiful Bill Act didn’t just cut funding — it changed how hospitals plan

Today’s healthcare environment is shaped by volatility: policy shocks, financial whiplash and compressed timelines. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act accelerated that change — underscoring the need for planning tools that are faster, more integrated, and built for dynamic decision-making.…

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Solving the Ghost Network Problem: Strategies for Directory Accuracy & Compliance

CMS is raising the bar on provider directory accuracy. For payers, that means more than quarterly updates — it means demonstrating that your network is real, accessible and audit-ready. Ghost networks remain one of the biggest threats to both member…

Oct 16, 2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM America/Chicago

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Chris Nolan

Director, Payer Solutions, HealthLink Dimensions

Kimberly Rogers, MBA, RN

Vice President Provider Network and Relations, Peak Health

William Britton

Vice President of Technology, NCD

Michael Kane

Senior Vice President, Provider Data Operations, UnitedHealthcare