Upcoming Events
Preparing for CJR-X: What Hospital Leaders Need to Know: August 20
The Comprehensive Care for Joint Replacement Expanded (CJR-X) Model, scheduled to begin in October 2027, requires hospitals to assume greater financial accountability for cost and quality outcomes across defined episodes of care. Hospital performance will be shaped not only by what happens during the hospital stay, but also by decisions, services and outcomes across the care continuum.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has projected savings of approximately $725 million over the proposed model’s first five years. CJR-X represents a significant expansion of CMS’ use of mandatory, episode-based payment models. The model is expected to be finalized in the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) final rule in late July or early August 2026.
This webinar will examine the model’s proposed structure, participation and performance requirements. You’ll explore its potential financial, operational, and compliance implications and identify key considerations for successful performance under the model.
2026 IHA Leadership Summit: Oct. 1-2
With disruption coming from every angle, from government to the tech industry, leaders have a seize-the-moment opportunity to take on the big questions shaping Illinois healthcare. This year’s Leadership Summit will explore how to shift from reactive survival strategies to proactive transformation initiatives. National experts and leaders across our state will discuss productively engaging with decision-makers and influencers in their orbit. You’ll benefit from participating in candid conversations and connecting with peer leaders as our Illinois hospital community navigates disruption together.
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2026 IHA Small & Rural Hospitals Annual Meeting
June 18, 2026
Crowne Plaza Springfield
2026 IHA Leadership Summit
October 1-2, 2026
Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort & Conference Center, Oak Brook