2027 CMS Reimbursement Outlook: What HIDA Members Need to Know

Marie Knoll delivers comprehensive research analysis and statistical reports to present data-driven recommendations on healthcare trends, health policies, and information databases. Her work focuses on a multidisciplinary review of physician payment, quality and coding activities. She is deeply engaged in activities related to the development of CPT® code applications; the valuation of physician services through the American Medical Association RVS Update Committee (RUC) process; and the review and analysis of regulations and policies related to Medicare physician and other provider payments.

Marla Kugel is a nationally recognized healthcare policy expert with two decades of experience advising stakeholders on Medicare payment, quality policy, and reimbursement strategy. She supports manufacturers and providers through complex regulatory changes using advanced analytics, policy modeling, and research. Her background includes senior roles in healthcare consulting and industry advocacy.

Parashar Patel is an accomplished healthcare executive with a demonstrated history of leadership in the medical device industry and public sector. He brings more than 30 years of health policy and market access experience to clients. Parashar develops efficient and effective plans to engage stakeholders, including healthcare policymakers and payers in the United States and abroad. His areas of expertise include payment and coverage policy, market access strategies, healthcare delivery systems, medical devices and clinical research.