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We have a full agenda of excellent workshops and meetings for you and your team to participate in on Monday morning. Don’t be left out and sure make to be onsite first thing in morning!
Monday – August 11, 2025 Morning Schedule
8:00 – 10:00 AM — Breakfast available – open to all
9:30 – 10:30 AM:
- MITA Governance Board Meeting – open to all
- New to MESC – open to all
- State of the State: In concurrently running sessions the State of Alabama and two other states will host a session for attendees to learn about planned activities underway. A tentative session agenda follows:
- Current Strategic Roadmap Update
- Current DDI Status and Update
- Current Status of all Contracts (PoPs, etc.)
- Way Ahead, Upcoming Procurement(s), and Timelines
- Q&A and Discussion
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM:
Medicaid Enterprise Systems Hub (MESH) — Workshop – Hosted by CMS – Government attendees only
Ready to help revolutionize the APD submission process? Say goodbye to paperwork purgatory and hello to MESH – the game-changing platform that’s making bureaucracy actually bearable! Launched in March 2025, MESH is CMS’s answer to the age-old question: “Why can’t government systems be more user-friendly?” (We heard you loud and clear!) This workshop isn’t just another boring meeting – it’s your golden ticket to shape the future of Medicaid systems. We’ll kick things off with a show-and-tell of MESH’s current superpowers, then break into groups where you can share your wishes for MESH 2.0. Think of it as speed dating between states and developers, but instead of awkward small talk, you’ll be crafting the future of Medicaid processing. Your feedback won’t just disappear into the void – it’s going straight to our development team’s ears (and Jira boards). Whether you’re a Medicaid maven or a state submission rookie, come join us in this digital transformation journey. Because let’s face it – if we’re going to tackle bureaucracy, we might as well have some fun doing it!
Modernizing MES Systems Oversight: Understanding the Latest MES APD Templates — Workshop – Hosted by CMS – Government attendees only
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has unveiled a comprehensive administrative simplification guidance package that’s revolutionizing Medicaid Enterprise Systems (MES) management. This transformative guidance introduces standardized templates and streamlined processes, including unified Advance Planning Documents, a user-friendly Operational Report Workbook, and simplified certification process that integrates Electronic Visit Verification into the Streamlined Modular Certification framework. States can expect reduced administrative burden, consistent reporting formats, and enhanced system performance monitoring. The transition to these new templates by year-end promises more efficient review processes, improved data quality, and stronger fiscal oversight through unprecedented collaboration between state Medicaid programs and IT officials. Join us for an enlightening session that will transform your view of Medicaid systems management. Warning: Side effects may include increased efficiency and an unexpected appreciation for standardized templates!
Aligning Incentives, Advancing Outcomes: A Practical Guide to Driving Value – Workshop Sponsored by PointClickCare – Government attendees only
Discover a modular approach to deploying care tools across the Medicaid continuum; from primary and behavioral health to acute and post-acute services. We’ll demonstrate how states can use these tools to support policy goals, how managed care organizations can drive performance, and how providers can improve care coordination and accountability. Real-world examples will illustrate the impact on cost, quality, and patient experience across diverse care settings.
The New Medicaid Playbook: Driving Performance and Oversight with Precision – Workshop – Sponsored by Accenture – Government attendees only
Model, Measure, Optimize. In an era of rising regulatory uncertainty and shrinking budgets, Medicaid programs must rethink how they operate and deliver value—with urgency and precision. This workshop is built for action. You’ll dive deep into how scenario modeling can help your team plan smarter, spend better, and respond with agility to changing federal mandates. We’ll bring the process to life through real use cases and value-targeting exercises taking into account your program structure, populations and technology landscape. We’ll explore key cost drivers, benchmark performance, and walk through savings scenarios across major spending categories. Through each phase of the modeling we’ll also discuss the application of integrated oversight models for greater performance insight and accountability. You’ll leave with a tested framework to uncover and act on high-impact opportunities. This isn’t just a workshop—it’s a launchpad for real, measurable change.
HSITAG Members Meeting – open to member organizations only
The Human Services IT Advisory Group (HSITAG) will hold its monthly meeting at MESC. Please register to attend at www.hsitag.org