Predictive Modeling Increasing ROI for Medicaid Managed Care

BALTIMORE, May 18, 2004 -- Predictive Modeling (PM) is currently being touted as a panacea for case management programs permitting error-free and unambiguous identification of high risk cases that are ripe for intervention. At the 12th Annual Medicaid Managed Care Congress pre-conference workshop "Reviewing State-of-the-Art Choices in Predictive Modeling and Risk Measurement, Guidance on Using Predictive Modeling to Support Case Identification," workshop leaders Dr. Jonathan Weiner and Dr. David Boycombe of Johns Hopkins University will look beyond the hype surrounding predictive modeling. The discussion explores how PM fits within an evidence-driven and clinically appropriate case identification process. A case study from a real world implementation of PM within a Medicaid plan demonstrates the challenges and benefits afforded by incorporation of findings from PM models. The session concludes with an interactive exercise demonstrating how to make the most of PM results so as to maximize return on investment.

IIR's 12th Annual Medicaid Managed Care Congress, taking place June 28-30, 2004 at the Marriott Inner Harbor in Baltimore, MD, features a total of 4 pre- conference workshops and 2 days of case studies and interactive panel discussions with the nation's leading Medicaid experts who provide the tools required to thrive in the face of a continued state fiscal crisis, new challenges from the 2003 Medicare prescription drug bill, and a heightened regulatory environment. With representatives from over 20 states, the event provides strategies to improve fiscal operations with the implementation of focused Medicaid operations for implementing quality improvement programs and effective chronic disease management initiatives. Download the complete conference agenda at http://www.iirusa.com/Medicaid .

After attending this event, participants will be able to (a) understand industry trends to assess the future of the Medicaid program, (b) implement cost management initiatives that help manage state economic pressures driving reimbursement, eligibility, and benefit structure, (c) prepare for the implications of the Medicare Modernization Act and capitalize on potential benefits, and (d) utilize disease management for more effective identification of high risk and high cost members.

Register today by calling (888) 670 8200 US; (941) 951 7885 Int'l, e-mailing register@iirusa.com or online at http://www.iirusa.com/Medicaid . Please mention priority code XPRN2. Group discounts are available. For more information, contact Aloycia Bellillie at 800-345-8016 x 3702 (USA), 212-661-3500 x 3702 (outside of USA) or email abellillie@iirusa.com.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
 
Nikki Myers
     212-661-3500 ext 3031
     nmyers@iirusa.com



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