August 13-15, McLean, VA | The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner
The healthcare industry is constantly evolving, with compliance and transparency becoming more critical than ever. To address these challenges, the Transparency, Aggregate Spend & HCP Engagement forum offers an essential platform for healthcare professionals. This event, scheduled for August 13-15 at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, brings together leading experts from CMS, DOJ, PhRMA, and top Life Sciences organizations to discuss the most pressing compliance issues.
The Importance of Compliance in Life Sciences
In the life sciences sector, compliance is not just about adhering to regulations; it is about fostering transparency and trust. Aggregate spend tracking and HCP (Healthcare Professional) engagement are vital components of this compliance framework. These measures help organizations maintain ethical standards, prevent fraud, and ensure that interactions between healthcare providers and pharmaceutical companies are transparent and properly documented.
Key Highlights:
- CMS Townhall: This session will provide critical updates on the U.S. reporting landscape, focusing on the HHS Open Payments system, which aims to increase transparency in financial relationships between healthcare providers and pharmaceutical companies.
- Three Full-Day Tracks: Attendees can choose from tracks dedicated to HCP Engagement, Compliance Monitoring, and Data Reporting & Governance, ensuring they gain relevant insights tailored to their needs.
- Enforcement Panel: An examination of regulatory actions and emerging trends will help attendees understand the current enforcement landscape and how to navigate it.
- Mock CMS Audit: An interactive workshop designed to prepare attendees for real-world CMS audits, enhancing their readiness and compliance strategies.
- PhRMA Industry Update: Insights into state legislative issues affecting the bio/pharma sector and advancements in transparency laws for the 2024 cycle will be discussed.
Understanding the HHS Open Payments System
Learn how to comply with the HHS Open Payments system, established by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is a national transparency program that collects and publishes information about financial relationships between the healthcare industry and healthcare providers. The goal is to ensure that the public has access to information about these financial relationships, thereby promoting accountability and reducing potential conflicts of interest.
By tracking aggregate spending and disclosing payments and other transfers of value, the Open Payments system helps to:
- Enhance transparency in the healthcare industry.
- Provide patients with information to make informed decisions about their care.
- Encourage ethical interactions between healthcare providers and pharmaceutical companies.
Industry Leaders Sharing Their Expertise
The event features a distinguished lineup of speakers, including:
- Veronika Peleshchuk, Director of Division of Transparency Projects, CMS
- Jennifer G. Mac Neil, Senior Director, Compliance Operations, Eisai Inc.
- Matthew J. Feeley, Deputy Chief, Civil Division, Healthcare Fraud Coordinator, USAO, Southern District of Florida, DOJ
- Bryan Stefanski, Compliance Director, North America, Siemens Healthineers USA
- Kelly Tope, Head of USBU Ethics & Compliance Monitoring and Reporting Operations, Takeda
- Sepideh Moghadam, Head, Integrity & Compliance Global Strategy, Indivior
- Karen Lowney, Head of the Office of Ethics & Compliance, Sun Pharmaceutical
- Merlin Brittenham, Assistant General Counsel, PhRMA
Why Attend?
Attendees will gain actionable strategies and knowledge from forward-thinking discussions covering:
- Critical Updates: Stay informed with the latest developments from CMS and other regulatory bodies.
- Compliance Monitoring: Learn best practices for effective monitoring and reporting.
- Data Reporting & Governance: Enhance data governance strategies to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry peers and experts to expand professional networks and share insights.
Register Today
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your organization’s compliance programs. View the agenda here and register today here. Remember to use your exclusive promo code AGG24PM to save 15% off* your registration.
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