8:45 - 9:30

Enjoy a light breakfast and the chance to connect with peers and colleagues before programming begins.

9:30 - 9:40

Better Medicare Alliance (BMA) President and CEO Mary Beth Donahue will open the Forum with remarks on BMA’s vision, priorities to protect Medicare Advantage, and a preview of new insights from the 2025 State of Medicare Advantage report.

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9:40 - 10:30

What does value-based care really mean for patients and providers? This session will spotlight physician groups and patient experiences that show how Medicare Advantage’s value-based arrangements expand access, particularly in rural and underserved communities, while delivering better outcomes and stronger physician–patient relationships.

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10:30 - 10:45

The Medicaid and Medicare Advantage Products Association of Puerto Rico will spotlight successes and ongoing challenges facing Medicare Advantage beneficiaries on the island, with a focus on advancing outcomes and sustainability in Puerto Rico’s health care system.

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10:45 - 11:00

A data-driven analysis from Avalere examining trends in plan options, costs, and beneficiary impacts in Medicare Advantage.

11:00 - 11:45

CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz will share his vision for Medicare Advantage and the agency’s priorities in shaping the program’s future. Following his remarks, he will sit down with Mary Beth Donahue for a conversation on CMS’s role in ensuring affordability, access, and innovation in Medicare Advantage.

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11:45 - 12:00

Hear directly from Medicare Advantage beneficiaries how the program provides affordable, coordinated care that makes a real difference in seniors’ lives.

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12:00 - 12:55

12:55 - 1:00

Representing Florida’s 4th Congressional District, Congressman Aaron Bean serves on the House Ways and Means Committee, where he plays an active role in shaping health policy. A strong advocate for seniors and community health, Rep. Bean will share his perspective on the importance of Medicare Advantage in expanding access, promoting innovation, and supporting high-quality, affordable care for beneficiaries across the country.

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1:00 - 1:40

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1:40 - 2:10

Community agents are a trusted bridge between seniors and the health care system. In this fireside chat, Dr. Hale from Advocate Health Advisors will discuss how community-based agents support seniors in understanding their coverage, accessing care, and navigating Medicare Advantage.

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2:10 - 2:50

Medicare Advantage is leading the way in delivering whole-person, coordinated care. This panel will explore how Medicare Advantage supports seniors’ holistic needs — from prevention and Health Risk Assessments to in-home care and wraparound supports — ensuring seniors can stay healthier, longer, and at home.

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2:50 - 3:15

The 2025 State of Medicare Advantage report—the most comprehensive, up-to-date snapshot of the program: This session will walk through who Medicare Advantage serves (demographics and enrollment), what it offers (benefits and supplemental supports), and how it performs (cost savings and outcomes). Attendees will leave with the key data points they need for policy, reporting, and program planning.

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3:15 - 3:30

BlueGenes brings pharmacogenetics to everyday care, translating a patient’s DNA into clear, point-of-care guidance for safer, more effective prescribing. Through real-time integrations with plans, pharmacy partners, and clinical systems, the platform helps reduce adverse drug reactions and avoid ineffective medications—advancing personalized treatment across Medicare Advantage.

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3:30 - 4:00

Economist and former CBO Director Douglas Holtz-Eakin will join Mary Beth Donahue for a candid discussion about Medicare Advantage, examining the role and complexity of risk adjustment, and how to pursue evidence-based reforms that apply consistent scrutiny across both Medicare Advantage and Fee-for-Service. The conversation will focus on strengthening solvency and value for beneficiaries without unintended harm.

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4:00 - 4:10

Representing Western New York and the Southern Tier, Congressman Nick Langworthy serves on the House Rules, Energy & Commerce, and Oversight Committees. He’ll share perspectives on Medicare policy from a rural and community-focused lens, including how Congress approaches access, affordability, and innovation for seniors in New York and across the country.

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4:10 - 4:15

Mary Beth Donahue will close the Forum with reflections on the day’s discussions and how policymakers, providers, and advocates can work together in protecting and strengthening Medicare Advantage.

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4:15 - 5:00

Join fellow attendees for a reception with drinks and hors d’oeuvres to cap off the day’s discussions.