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      2025 Annual Compensation & Operations Improvement Meeting

      This immersive event is designed to provide actionable insights that can drive your organization’s success. Connect with industry experts, thought leaders, and peers in a collaborative environment focused on networking and knowledge sharing.
      National
      October 8 – October 10
      The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Antonio
      Attendees attending the AMGA High Performing Physician Enterprise earlier in the week are eligible for a $200 discount on registration. Interested? Email info@amgaconsulting.com.
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      AMGA Consulting’s Annual Compensation & Operations Improvement Meeting

      This meeting delivers actionable insights into key market trends impacting medical group finances and operations. Attendees will gain valuable perspective on critical topics such as evolving provider compensation models and productivity challenges. This event offers strategies for implementing financial and operational improvements essential to building and sustaining resilient organizations for the future.

      The meeting features real-world success stories and renowned thought leadership by AMGA members, offering practical perspectives. Highlights include sessions on:

      • Key Challenges for Medical Groups in 2025 
      • Policy Updates from Washington, D.C. 
      • Exclusive Insights from the Latest Market Data 
      • Setting Operational Strategy for 2025 
      • Navigating Fair Market Value (FMV) Challenges 
      • And more. 

      Join us to explore the tools and strategies needed to drive performance and prepare for the future of healthcare.

      Agenda

      AMGA HPPE Meeting

      AMGA members interested in attending the annual HPPE Meeting are encouraged to participate. For additional details regarding the agenda and a registration link, please reach out to Dustin Gunderson, MBA, at info@amgaconsulting.com.

      7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

      Networking Breakfast

      8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

      Welcome and State of the Union

      Fred Horton, MHA, President, AMGA Consulting

      Fred Horton will kick off the event with a warm welcome and an insightful overview of the program ahead. His opening remarks will set the stage for a dynamic day and a half of learning, collaboration, and meaningful discussions. Attendees will gain clarity on the themes to be explored and the actionable insights they can expect to bring back to their organizations, ensuring a strong foundation for the sessions and conversations that follow.

      9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

      Session 1

      Keynote Session: Navigating Through CrisisNathan Kaufman, Managing Director of Kaufman Strategic Advisors, LLC
      During our opening keynote, “Navigating Through Crisis,” Nate Kaufman will share his honest, unfiltered thoughts that will leave you inspired and equipped to take on today’s challenges within the physician enterprise. Expect a lively discussion that blends hard truths with practical advice, delivered in Nate’s signature thought-provoking style.
       

      10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

      Refreshment Break

      10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

      Session 2

      Unpublished Insights: 2025 AMGA SurveysKelsi O'Brien, MHSA, Vice President, AMGA Consulting and Matt Wells, PhD, Director, AMGA Consulting

      While AMGA surveys consistently deliver invaluable benchmarks and strategic insights, a wealth of critical findings often remain beyond the scope of public dissemination. This exclusive session will unveil previously unpublished data and nuanced analyses directly impacting compensation structures and operational efficiencies within the physician enterprise. Attendees will gain unprecedented access to insights providing a distinct strategic advantage in navigating the evolving healthcare landscape.

      11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

      Session 3

      Agentic AI in Healthcare: Transforming Provider and Care Team WorkflowsJim Boswell, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Onpoint and Fred Horton, MHA, President, AMGA Consulting

      This session transitions from theoretical discussions of AI in healthcare to its practical application. Join Jim Boswell  and Fred Horton, alongside Kelly Spring, PA, Medical Director of Virtual Care at Duke City Cares in Albuquerque, NM, as they demonstrate how agentic AI is actively transforming workflows for healthcare providers and care teams.

      12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

      Networking Lunch

         1:15 PM - 2:00 PM

      Session 4

      Insider Briefing: Key Policy Shifts Impacting Medical GroupsChet Speed, JD, LLM, Chief Policy Officer, AMGA
       
      The One Big Beautiful Bill has passed, and the government runs out of money on September 30. At the same time, telehealth waivers, the hospital home program, and Medicaid payment delays end. The healthcare landscape is shifting quickly with major ramifications for health systems and medical groups. Get firsthand insights from AMGA’s Chief Policy Officer, Chet Speed, of what's happening on Capitol Hill and what’s being discussed in the halls of Congress. Discover how you can advocate for your patients and providers while staying ahead of the key policy changes likely to impact your care delivery.

      2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

      Session 5

      The Optimal Use of Advance Practice CliniciansJaneen Willis Duckworth, DNP-EL, APRN, BC, Vice President, Advance Practice Providers, Jefferson Health

      In this session, Janeen Wills Duckworth, drawing from her extensive experience as Vice President of Advanced Practice Providers at Jefferson Health, will share insights into the optimal utilization, integration, and advancement of Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs) across her health system. She will highlight how Jefferson Health has successfully leveraged APCs as extenders to significantly increase patient access within their market. The discussion will cover strategic initiatives designed to enhance APC contributions, fostering a future-focused, innovative patient-centered model.

      3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

      Networking Break

      3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

      Session 6

      Candid Conversations: An Unfiltered Perspective on the Future of Medical Groups and Health SystemsFred Horton, MHA, President, AMGA Consulting and Mike Coppola, MBA, Chief Operating Officer, AMGA Consulting

      Join Fred Horton and Mike Coppola for a truly candid and unfiltered conversation on the future of medical groups and health systems. With over 30 years of healthcare executive experience each, Fred and Mike will draw upon their deep insights to dissect the current state of healthcare, frankly addressing its systemic challenges and what urgently needs to be addressed. This dynamic session, akin to a live fireside chat, will not only identify critical challenges, but also provide actionable strategies and practical advice for medical groups to navigate this increasingly competitive and complex environment and ensure their survival and success. Prepare for an engaging discussion that promises to foster meaningful dialogue and equip attendees with the knowledge to drive innovation and thrive in the evolving healthcare landscape.

      4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

      Session 7

      Optimizing Space and Staff Utilization Through Alternative Provider Schedules
      Sarah Porter, MD, Senior Medical Director of Primary Care, and McKenzie Lester, MBA, PTA, Primary Care Operations Manager, Family Practice, Pediatrics, Urgent Care Services, Southern Ohio Medical Center

      Medical groups are facing growing pressure to do more with less, balancing operational efficiency with the realities of limited resources. For many, traditional scheduling methods just aren’t meeting today’s volume demands. Backed by hands-on expertise, the presenters will share how alternative scheduling can unlock new efficiencies, enhance staff productivity, and drive better throughput across your organization.

      5:15 PM - 5:30 PM

      Day 1 Wrap-Up & Preview of Day 2

      Fred Horton, MHA, President, AMGA Consulting

      5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

      Welcome Reception sponsored by Onpoint & Ludi, Inc.

      Join your fellow attendees at our welcome reception sponsored by our event Platinum and Gold Sponsors. We'll be serving a variety of heavy appetizers substantial enough to satisfy your dinner needs. After the reception, take advantage of the hotel's prime location to explore the nearby San Antonio Riverwalk. With its dining options and vibrant atmosphere, it's the perfect place to unwind and enjoy local cuisine with your peers.

      7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

      Networking Breakfast

      8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

      Session 8

      Optimizing Revenue Under Emerging Medicare PolicyRichelle Marting, JD, MHSA, RHIA, CPC, CEMC, CPMA, CPC-I, Healthcare Reimbursement Attorney, Marting Law, LLC

      Medicare payment policies have evolved to increasingly cover care management, non-face-to-face, and inherent complexity of services adding onto traditional fee- for- service reimbursement of services. Identifying services added as covered benefits each year is essential to offset annual reductions to the physician fee schedule conversion factor, but these services are frequently overlooked as opportunities to capture charges and revenue. In conjunction with new service opportunities, Medicare’s telehealth policy had been incrementally expanding year after year since the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, but fall 2025 will be paramount to long-term telehealth policy in the Medicare program, with critical deadlines to extend the flexibilities professional groups have grown accustomed to relying upon for the expansion of healthcare into telehealth formats. This session will highlight recently adopted revenue opportunities under the Medicare program, Medicare’s policy for split/shared billing and its impact on wRVU attribution, and current proposals for telehealth policy into 2026.
       

      9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

      Networking Break / Hotel Checkout

      10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

      Session 9

      Implementing a Physician Compensation Software SuccessfullyEric Leafgreen, Vice President, Provider Compensation, Ludi, Inc.

      Implementing physician compensation models at scale is a complex undertaking that poses significant challenges for medical groups and health systems alike. From navigating the intricacies of contract structures to ensuring alignment with organizational goals, the process requires meticulous planning and execution. Join Eric Leafgreen as he shares proven strategies to optimize your organization’s compensation operations. Drawing from real-world experience, this session will provide actionable insights to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and ensure compliance, empowering your team to successfully implement even the most challenging compensation models
       

      10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

      Session 10

      Patient Access StrategiesBeth Pittman, MBA, Senior Director, AMGA Consulting

      This session will culminate in a critical discussion on patient access within physician enterprises, a topic that lies at the heart of delivering quality healthcare and driving organizational success. Beth Pittman, MBA, a senior director at AMGA Consulting and former chief operating officer with extensive industry expertise, will provide an in-depth analysis of leading market practices that are shaping the future of patient access. Attendees will gain exclusive insights into pivotal benchmarks and explore innovative, actionable strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
       
       

      11:30 AM

      Final Comments & Adjournment

      Registration Rates

      Registration is open to physician organizations only, and industry partners are not eligible for participation.

      Members:
      Early Bird Registration (Through Friday, September 19): $775
      Regular Registration (After September 19): $875
      Golf Outing: $350

      Non Members:
      Early Bird Registration (Through Friday, September 19): $1,085
      Regular Registration (After September 19): $1,225
      Golf Outing: $350

      Participants attending the AMGA High Performing Physician Enterprise earlier in the week are eligible for a $200 discount on registration. Please contact Bruce Hadloc at bhadloc@amga.org.

      Three ways to register:

      1. Online here

      2. Scan/email the registration form with credit card payment to Bruce Hadloc at bhadloc@amga.org 

      3. Mail the registration form and check (payable to AMGA) or credit card payment to: 

      AMGA
      ATTN: Compensation & Operations Improvement Meeting
      One Prince Street
      Alexandria, VA 22314-3318


      All cancellation requests must be submitted to AMGA in writing by Friday, September 5 for a refund less a $100 processing fee. Cancellations requested between Friday, September 5 to Friday, September 26 may be eligible for a letter of credit for the registration fee paid, less a $100 processing fee. Registration cancellations after Friday, September 26 will not be eligible for refund or letter of credit, but substitutions are welcome and will not incur a processing fee. No-shows are not eligible for refunds. Cancellation requests must be sent to registrations@amga.org.

      Hotel/Meeting Venue

      The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Antonio
      300 E Travis Street
      San Antonio, TX 78205

      After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to reserve your hotel room. For assistance, please email bhadloc@amga.org.

      • Room Rate: $259 per night, plus state and local taxes
      • Hotel Deadline: Friday, September 12. The discounted rate and availability cannot be guaranteed after this date.

      Check-in is after 4:00 pm and checkout is 11:00 am.

      A special thanks to the following sponsors for helping to put on this event:

      Platinum Sponsor

      Gold Sponsor