The Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) has unveiled a comprehensive lineup of professional development opportunities designed to address critical challenges facing healthcare organizations today. From Medicare policy changes to workforce development and cybersecurity threats, these upcoming events provide healthcare leaders with essential knowledge and networking opportunities.
Medicare Advantage 2027: Understanding the Financial Impact
Healthcare finance professionals and strategic planners should mark their calendars for an important webinar addressing the future of Medicare Advantage programs. MHA Endorsed Business Partner Wakely is hosting a comprehensive online session titled “Summary and Impacts of the 2027 Medicare Advantage Advance Notice” on February 12, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
This timely webinar comes at a crucial moment as healthcare organizations prepare their Medicare Advantage strategies for the coming years. The session will deliver an in-depth analysis of proposed regulatory changes, providing participants with clarity on new payment rates and policy modifications that will directly affect their operations.
Key Focus Areas for Medicare Advantage Planning
The webinar will emphasize practical applications, exploring how the updated rates and policies will influence multiple operational areas. Healthcare organizations need to understand the implications for their Medicare Advantage bid strategies, as even small rate adjustments can significantly impact financial projections. The session will also examine how these changes may affect membership growth patterns, helping organizations develop realistic enrollment forecasts.
Quality metrics remain a central component of Medicare Advantage success, and the webinar will address how new policies may reshape quality measurement and performance incentives. Additionally, strategic planning considerations will be discussed, enabling healthcare leaders to adapt their long-term Medicare Advantage approaches based on the latest regulatory landscape.
Healthcare professionals interested in attending this essential session or seeking additional information should contact Rob Wood at the MHA for registration details and webinar access.
Building Tomorrow’s Healthcare Workforce: 2026 HR Conference
The healthcare industry continues to face unprecedented workforce challenges, making human resources leadership more critical than ever. The 2026 MHA Human Resources Conference, scheduled for March 24 at the Crowne Plaza in Lansing, Michigan, brings together the state’s top HR leaders and professionals who are actively shaping the future of healthcare employment.
Conference Investment and Value
Registration is available for $259 per attendee, representing a valuable investment in professional development and peer networking. The conference format encourages collaboration among healthcare HR professionals facing similar challenges across different organizational settings.
This gathering serves as an essential platform for discussing innovative recruitment strategies, retention best practices, and workforce development initiatives that are transforming Michigan’s healthcare landscape. From addressing staffing shortages to implementing competitive compensation models and fostering workplace culture, the conference agenda reflects the real-world priorities of healthcare HR professionals.
Members interested in securing their spot at this important conference are strongly encouraged to register promptly. For registration assistance or questions about the event logistics, participants should reach out to Ellie Droste at the MHA. Conference-specific inquiries regarding programming, speakers, or content should be directed to Erica Leyko at the MHA.
Cybersecurity Leadership in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
As healthcare organizations increasingly rely on digital infrastructure and face sophisticated cyber threats, cybersecurity leadership has become essential to operational continuity and patient safety. MHA Endorsed Business Partner CyberForce|Q is hosting an exclusive in-person “Coffee & Collab for Cybersecurity Leaders” on February 10, from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time at their Plymouth, Michigan headquarters.
Expert Insights on AI and Information Security
This interactive session features Doug Copley, Chief Information Security Officer at AtlantiCare Health System, who brings frontline expertise on how artificial intelligence is reshaping information security operations in healthcare settings. As AI technologies rapidly evolve, security leaders must understand both the opportunities and risks these innovations present.
The discussion will cover four critical domains of modern cybersecurity management. Governance frameworks will be examined to help organizations establish clear accountability and decision-making structures for security initiatives. Risk management strategies will address how to identify, assess, and mitigate emerging threats in an AI-enhanced environment.
Compliance considerations remain paramount in healthcare, where regulatory requirements intersect with rapidly changing technology landscapes. The session will explore how to maintain regulatory compliance while leveraging new technological capabilities. Finally, enablement strategies will be discussed, focusing on how to empower healthcare organizations with AI tools while maintaining robust security postures.
Participants will gain practical lessons on achieving the delicate balance between embracing innovation and protecting against evolving cyber threats. Healthcare leaders interested in attending this valuable networking and learning opportunity may register online through the provided links or contact Rob Wood at the MHA with questions about the event.
Professional Development as Strategic Investment
These three diverse events demonstrate the MHA’s commitment to supporting healthcare organizations across multiple critical operational areas. Whether addressing Medicare policy changes, workforce development, or cybersecurity challenges, each event provides targeted knowledge and networking opportunities that strengthen Michigan’s healthcare community.
