Heartland Education Sessions and Prospectus Unveiled for 2024

Published in Member Communities on February 15, 2024

Heartland Education Sessions and Prospectus Unveiled for 2024

The highly anticipated VGM Heartland Conference is back, and we are thrilled to share what’s in store for you at this year’s event.  

Immersive Educational Tracks and Peer-to-Peer Collaboration 

The VGM Heartland Conference has always delivered a one-of-a-kind learning experience with the best education in the industry. This year, prepare for unparalleled educational sessions with our diverse array of specialized educational tracks, including: 

  • Billing and Reimbursement 
  • Regulatory and Audits 
  • Business Leadership and People Strategy 
  • Business Operations 
  • Expanded Complex Rehab 
  • Sales and Marketing 
  • Respiratory 
  • Specialty Markets, including Women’s Health 

In addition to educational sessions, the Heartland panel discussions offer a unique chance to learn from your peers and industry experts all at the same time. Some of the panel discussion topics include: 

  • Embracing Innovation: Welcoming AI in HME 
  • Empowered Leadership: Women Driving Excellence in HME 
  • Fostering Collaborative Innovation Strategies for Payer Partnerships 
  • Digitize Renewals for Fast Prescription Signatures 
  • Advanced Technology for Asset Management, Operating Efficiency, and Patient Care 
  • Dealing with Medicare DISadvantage Plans 
  • Driving Digital Transformation and Activating Your Referral Network 
  • The FINE Line Between the ATP Assessment & the Specialty LCMP Eval 
  • Digitize Renewals for Fast Prescription Signatures 
  • Market Data Platform 
  • Best Practices Understanding and Billing in the CGM Market 

View the Heartland 2024 Education Schedule

A Glimpse of Heartland 2024 

The VGM Heartland Conference is known best for its unique approach to learning and networking. Enjoy unbeatable Midwest hospitality, forge new friendships and connections, and of course, make memories that’ll last a lifetime. 

  • Get to know VGM’s hometown of Waterloo, IA, with a Party on the Plaza, an exclusive social event for first-time attendees, a return to the Lost Island Amusement Park, and more. 
  • Enjoy an interactive exhibit hall with VGM’s vendor partner industry-leading products, software solutions, and conference promotions. 
  • Embrace the learning opportunities with nearly 60 different education sessions and earn up to 15.75 contact hours (CEUs) while gaining invaluable insights and skills. 
  • Take advantage of the countless networking opportunities with members, VGM thought leaders, industry presenters, and exhibitors. 
  • Relax and enjoy peace of mind with our all-inclusive package, covering education, meals, and entertainment throughout the conference. 

Review your copy of the e-prospectus to find out what we have in store for you. 

View the 2024 Heartland Conference Prospectus

Stay tuned for announcements about registration! Early bird registration—with a discounted rate—opens Feb. 29. Learn more at vgmheartland.com


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