Health Evolution

Costs in the commercial health insurance market are rising at an unsustainable rate. Many industry leaders believe advancing commercial value-based payment arrangements with downside risk offers a path forward for creating a financially sustainable payment model while delivering high-quality, whole-person care. But although the need for a sustainable commercial payment model is more urgent than ever, progress has been slow.   That’s why Health Evolution’s Roundtable on Commercial Risk-Based Contracting—a multi-stakeholder group primarily comprised of leaders from payer and provider organizations and sponsored by two technology organizations—set out to identify and share key learnings that define win-win arrangements in commercial risk-based contracting and design guidelines to build those contracts. At our 2024 Connect gathering, Roundtable Co-Chair Brian D. Pieninck, President & CEO, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, and Roundtable Fellows Christine Donohue-Henry, MD MBA, Chief Population Health Officer, ChristianaCare, and Miles Snowden, MD, EVP of Physician Strategy, Navvis (healthcare), shared some of their key takeaways and perspectives from the effort.   Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eVCjAHxY #HEConnect24

What does it take to move the needle on substance use disorder and addiction? How are leaders from across the health care ecosystem driving meaningful change in this critical area? Join us for the next session of our Innovations in Mental and Behavioral Health Roundtable: Emerging Leadership Strategies for Tackling Substance Use Disorders. This conversation brings together leaders who are reshaping approaches to one of the nation’s most pressing challenges. We’re excited to welcome: Moderator: Secretary Kody Kinsley, HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES, NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF Rhonda Robinson Beale, MD, UnitedHealth Group Holly Geyer, MD, Mayo Clinic Chris Thompson, Sober Sidekick by Empathy Health Tech Together, we'll explore how leaders from national payers, renowned health systems, government, and innovative tech companies are collaborating to transform how we address substance use disorders and create a sustainable system that improves outcomes. How can these insights shape the future of care for those facing substance use challenges? Don’t miss the chance to engage with industry leaders and be part of the solution. Join the conversation as a Health Evolution Fellow https://lnkd.in/gkGRPwnP

Join us for the next session of our Integrated Home-Based Care Models Roundtable, where we’ll uncover emerging trends and key factors influencing the future of home-based care from a financial perspective. With demand for home-based care services on the rise, understanding the major considerations that drive investment decisions has never been more crucial. This session will delve into the current and future approaches to assessing home-based care companies, offering valuable investor insights into the major tailwinds and headwinds that affect the home-based care landscape. We are thrilled to be joined by: David Schuppan, The Vistria Group Nancy G. Brown, Oak HC/FT Chris Hendrickson, Ziegler Elevate your impact—join the conversation as a Health Evolution Fellow https://lnkd.in/gkGRPwnP

This spring, from April 8-11, we’re celebrating the 15th gathering of industry leaders at the 2025 Health Evolution Summit. Our collective dedication has shaped the health care agenda, and the Summit will not only highlight our achievements but also set the stage for future breakthroughs. Here’s a preview of some of the distinguished speakers joining us: David Cordani, President & CEO, The Cigna Group Nancy-Ann DeParle, Managing Partner and Co-Founder, Consonance Capital Partners; Former Assistant to the President and Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy to President Barack Obama    Theodore DeWeese, MD, Dean & CEO of Johns Hopkins Medicine    John Doerr, Chairman; Founding Investor, Amazon and Google, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers    Rod Hochman, M.D., President & CEO, Providence St. Joseph Health    Peter Orszag, CEO, Lazard     Warner Thomas, President & CEO, Sutter Health   Martha Wofford, President & CEO, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island   Kenneth Young, CEO, Medecision These industry experts are at the forefront of change, ready to share insights that not only challenge the status quo but also empower us to drive real, impactful outcomes. From addressing the most pressing issues in health care to uncovering innovative solutions, the Summit is where progress meets possibility. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d_Szeb2 Be a part of the conversation in Laguna: https://lnkd.in/gt2sqnuU

In the first session of our Digital Forward Consumer Experience Roundtable, we will explore how organizations assess the real-world impact of digital health innovations. As the digital health landscape evolves, understanding the effectiveness of these innovations on patient outcomes is crucial. We’re excited to welcome: Moderator: Sara Vaezy, Providence Tom Cassels, Manatt Health, Former President and CEO, Rock Health Prabhjot Singh, MD PhD, Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI) This session will generate insightful discussions on effective strategies and approaches leaders use to evaluate digital health innovations. Engage in meaningful discussions that are shaping the future of health care. Join the conversation and collaborate with industry leaders by becoming a Health Evolution Fellow https://lnkd.in/gkGRPwnP

We are excited to announce the launch of the 2024-2025 Health Evolution Forum Roundtables, which span our six focus areas: care delivery redesign, payment redesign, community-focused health, innovation and discovery, mental and behavioral health, and organizational transformation. Our Roundtables convene over 300 Health Evolution Fellows—leading CEOs, C-suite executives, and subject matter experts—to address the most pressing challenges in health care. Through collaborative discussions and shared practices, we aim to develop innovative solutions that will shape the future of the industry. Learn more about joining our community of leaders here: https://lnkd.in/gkGRPwnP

I'm still reflecting on the powerful conversations I had the privilege of moderating at #HealthEvolutionConnect last week. Our panel discussion on data-driven strategies for advancing #healthequity was a testament to the progress we've made as an industry, and the work that still lies ahead. I want to extend my gratitude to Health Evolution for the opportunity to be a part of this important conversation, and to our panelists, Rachel Thornton, MD, PhD, FAAP from Nemours and Tosan O. Boyo from Sutter Health, for sharing their insights and experiences. As we mark three years since the launch of the Health Equity Pledge - a bold cross-industry initiative to accelerate health equity - it's clear that our collective efforts are yielding results. But it's also clear that this work is a marathon, not a sprint. We must be patient, celebrate our small wins, and continue to push forward together. My two key takeaways from our discussion are: ✅Health equity work requires a long-term view. We must be willing to invest in this work and celebrate our progress along the way. ✅Achieving health equity is a collective effort. It's not a competition – it's a collaboration that requires us to work together as an industry. I'm proud to be part of this work, and I'm grateful to Health Evolution for their leadership in empowering positive change in health care.

Health Evolution empowers positive change in health care by convening an unparalleled curated community of influential executives and senior leaders from all sectors of the health care industry. Through our series of year-round convenings, we inspire leaders to embrace new ideas and lead bold change. We foster collaboration that makes our health care system more accessible and affordable, more effective and equitable, and more proactive and personalized. Our new report, Inspiring Change in Health Care: Cross-Industry Insights from the 2024 Fellowship Year, highlights crucial insights that emerged from Health Evolution convenings across our 2024 Fellowship Year. Access the report to learn key takeaways from health care's most influential leaders and innovators on some of the industry's most pressing issues—including AI and data-powered innovation, health inequities, mental and behavioral health, home-based care, value-based care, and more. Get the report here: https://lnkd.in/exXikTQJ We thank our engaged Health Evolution community for driving this work, and we express our deep gratitude for our Enterprise Members and Health Evolution Partners for supporting these efforts year-round. Learn more about joining our exceptional community of leaders here: https://lnkd.in/gVQQdqyd

We're also still fired up about 2024 Health Evolution Connect and our unparalleled community of leaders who are committed to cross-industry collaboration to drive health care forward! Thank you to everyone who joined us in Nashville for your valuable insights and dedication to action. We can't wait to see you in our virtual Forum Roundtables throughout the year and in person at 2025 Health Evolution Summit in April! Learn how to join this incredible community here: https://lnkd.in/ecU3eMpP #HEConnect24

Today, we wrapped up the final discussions of 2024 Connect. The day opened with a dynamic Fireside Chat, where Paul Kusserow of Amedisys and Sam Hazen of HCA Healthcare explored leadership development, the importance of organizational alignment, and AI’s potential to transform health care. They emphasized accountability and the need to stay focused on core strengths in the face of industry challenges. As we moved into our final session, we tackled a critical issue: making high-cost, high-value treatments more accessible and sustainable. The discussion centered on integrating innovative therapies with new care delivery and payment models, uncovering actionable solutions to balance cutting-edge treatments with financial sustainability. We leave Nashville inspired and energized. Today’s sessions sparked bold ideas and set the stage for authentic progress in health care. #HEConnect24