D.C. Delegation: Nashville Health Care Council Signature Event

Industry Knowledge: Policy

Join the Nashville Health Care Council's D.C. Delegation, where healthcare leaders from across the nation convene to influence the future of the industry through two-way dialogue with policymakers, staffers and national influencers. This Signature Council event fosters meaningful discussions on the challenges and opportunities driving change in healthcare, amplifying the voices of industry experts who are leading the way.

Our 2026 Delegation will convene senior healthcare executives for a series of powerful discussions and candid dialogue with policymakers and influencers shaping federal healthcare legislation.

This year’s discussions will focus on:

• Rural Health Transformation
• Innovation in Medicare and Medicaid
• An Evolving Healthcare Policy Landscape

We are excited to welcome an exceptional group of leaders who will guide thoughtful conversation and share insights from the current administration, including:

• Abe Sutton, Director of the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation and Deputy Administrator for CMS, who will lead a discussion on the future of CMMI.
• Brian Blase, President of Paragon Health Institute, who will provide candid insight into how the administration is approaching healthcare policy in its second term.
• Amy Walter, Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of The Cook Political Report, who will serve as keynote speaker for our welcome dinner, offering nonpartisan commentary on the most impactful healthcare policy decisions on the horizon and what to watch for in the upcoming midterms.

Delegates participate in the development of impactful solutions that influence innovation at the highest levels, Monday, April 27 - Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Who Should Attend:

This convening is tailored for senior executives and enterprise leaders, including CEOs, COOs, Chief Strategy Officers, and those leading public affairs, policy, innovation, and transformation initiatives. It is particularly relevant for leaders across health systems, hospitals, and organizations at the intersection of policy, technology, and strategy, as well as investors and payers focused on market dynamics and growth.

Participants will gain the most value if they are engaged in navigating complex industry challenges, shaping policy and strategic direction, and seeking a high-caliber forum to exchange insights and build meaningful relationships with peers.

Event Details:

• Monday, April 27 -  Wednesday, April 29, 2026. 

• Washington, D.C. -  exact location details to be provided upon registration.