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Monday, February 9, 2026
2:00 – 4:00pm
Pricing Accuracy Steering Committee Meeting
Learn more about the resources developed by the Pricing Accuracy Steering Committee at hida.org/pricing-accuracy.
4:00 – 5:30pm
Pre-Conference Workshop
Welcome To Healthcare Contract Administration
Whether you’re new to healthcare contract administration or a longtime veteran, this pre-conference networking and education event is for you! We’ll take a close look at the most common processes involved in pricing management and chargebacks, and share resources you can use every day.
5:30 – 7:00pm
Welcome Reception
Meet the fellow contract administration leaders you'll be working with to improve pricing accuracy, advance best practices, and more.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
7:30 – 8:30am
Networking Breakfast
8:30 – 9:40am
Opening General Session
Charting The Future Of Contract Administration
Explore how the contract admin profession is evolving, the skills that will be most critical, and strategies for thriving in the years ahead. Read more.
9:40 – 10:00am
Collaborative Exchange: Shared Challenges And Strategies
10:00 – 10:10am
Tech Solutions From Our Sponsors
See how the latest tech can improve pricing accuracy.
10:10 – 10:30am
Networking Break
10:30 – 11:30am
Contracting Standards Power Hour
In this power-packed session, industry leaders will share rapid-fire best practices that set the benchmark for contracting standards.
11:30 – 11:40am
Tech Solutions From Our Sponsors
See how the latest tech can improve pricing accuracy.
11:40am – 1:00pm
Lunch And Tech Solutions Exhibits
Network and explore new technologies that can transform contract administration.
1:00 – 2:00pm
Breakout Sessions
Explore key contract admin topics in a focused small groups with plenty of time for open conversation. Share questions, ideas and experiences!
- Contract Loading Lab: Improving Workflows At Set-Up And Reducing Errors Downstream
- Improving Accuracy Through Best-Practice Chargeback Communications Using The EDI 844 And 849
- Automation That Delivers Real Value
2:00 – 3:00pm
Breakout Sessions
Explore key contract admin topics in a focused small groups with plenty of time for open conversation. Share questions, ideas and experiences!
- Streamlining Contract Administration With Lean Practices
- Building Trust Through Price Catalog Alignment
- Harnessing AI For Contracting Accuracy
3:00 – 3:30pm
Networking Break
3:30 – 4:20pm
Aligning Contracting Strategies With Provider Needs
4:20 – 4:30pm
Tech Solutions From Our Sponsors
See how the latest tech can improve pricing accuracy.
4:30 – 5:30pm
Tech Solutions Exhibits With Wine And Cheese
Network and explore new technologies that can transform contract administration.
5:30pm
Free Evening For Networking Dinners
Gather a group of new friends and explore local attractions while continuing to build valuable connections.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
7:30 – 8:30am
Networking Breakfast
8:30 – 9:15am
Navigating Contract Administration During An Era Of Dynamic Pricing
9:25 – 10:25am
Breakout Sessions
Explore key contracting topics in a focused small groups with plenty of time for open conversation. Share questions, ideas and experiences!
- Aligning On Notification Timings
- Trust And Accuracy In Resale Reporting
- Strategies For Administrators Navigating Market Disruptions
10:25 – 10:45am
Networking Break
10:45 – 11:30am
Best Practices To Build On
11:30am – 12:00pm
Table Insights, Action Items, And Wrap Up
12:00 – 1:15pm
Pricing Accuracy Steering Committee Lunch And Debrief