National Association of Medicaid Directors (NAMD)

The NAMD Fall Conference is a major national gathering focused specifically on Medicaid and CHIP policy, operations, healthcare delivery, technology, and program leadership. The event is organized by the National Association of Medicaid Directors, whose mission is to support state and territorial Medicaid and CHIP leaders in improving coverage, access to care, quality, value, and program sustainability.

The conference brings together Medicaid Directors and senior state Medicaid staff from across the country, along with federal partners, managed care organizations, health plans, healthcare providers, technology companies, consultants, and other organizations involved in the Medicaid ecosystem.

• Hear directly from Medicaid leaders implementing community engagement and work requirements, redeterminations, cost sharing, and more.
• Engage with CMS leadership and other federal partners on the policies shaping Medicaid's near-term future.
• Learn from Medicaid members about their experiences with program enrollment, access to care, and engagement with plans and providers.
• Explore states' economic outlook, program financing, and how states are navigating new fiscal realities.Discover how technology, value-based care, and cross-sector partnerships are transforming Medicaid delivery and sustainability.

The NAMD 2026 Fall Conference is the premier gathering of Medicaid leadership from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and U.S. territories. The in-person event focuses on translating Medicaid policy into practical program implementation, with discussions on community engagement and work requirements, redeterminations, cost sharing, Medicaid financing, federal-state policy, technology, value-based care, and program innovation. Attendees will hear directly from state Medicaid leaders, CMS and other federal partners, Medicaid members, and industry experts while exploring strategies for improving access, efficiency, sustainability, and outcomes across Medicaid programs.