Name
05. Margin Protection Strategies in an Uncertain Reimbursement Environment
Date & Time
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 11:10 AM - 11:50 AM
Speakers
Kellan Tittle, MBA, Chief Financial Officer , People Incorporated Mental Health Services
Jay Dennard, FACHE, FHFMA, CPXP, President, Gwinnett Hospital Foundation; System Vice President, Governmental and Community Affairs , Northside Hospital
Allan Klapper, MD, President, AHN Wexford Hospital , AHN, Wexford Hospital
Kellan Tittle
Description

Unpredictable reimbursement pressures challenge financial sustainability across healthcare. This panel explores margin protection strategies including cost optimization, service line performance, payer negotiations, revenue cycle improvement, and strategic growth. Leaders share practical approaches to manage risk, protect profitability, and sustain high-quality care amid regulatory change, inflation, and shifting payment models.

Location Name
Grand K (East Tower - Ballroom Level)
Full Address
Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Session Type
Panel