Welcome to the National Association Forum (NAF) a new initiative that will build upon the work of the Optum professional advisory councils and allow more associations to participate. The NAF is an opportunity for professional association leaders to become more familiar with Optum - and the programs that impact your members - and to provide input and feedback.   

Optum has extended an invitation to all association leaders. No travel is required as the NAF will meet quarterly via Webcast. There is no commitment other than your time.

If you have any questions or suggestions for future topics, please contact Doreen Bell.

We look forward to working with you as we strive to improve our program.

2015 Forum Schedule

Wednesday, March 11, 2015
David Elton, DC, senior vice-president of clinical programs and government relations presents an overview of the Optum clinical program.
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Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Greg Martin, deputy director of stakeholder engagement for the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) presents an overview of PCORI’s research and collaboration with physical medicine providers and consumers.
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Thursday, September 24, 2015
Sean Watkins, senior director at Optum Cloud presents an overview of Link, an integrated self-service gateway for health care providers and their staff that enables measurably better administrative, clinical and financial outcomes.
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Thursday, December 17, 2015
Dr. Elton presents an overview of the Spinal Related Disorders Research and Translation Initiative, a multi-year research, innovation and translation program designed to improve guideline adherence, quality and affordability of treatment.

Dr. Feldman presents an overview of the Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS®) Clinician & Group survey that allows consumers to evaluate and report their health care experiences with their physical medicine provider.
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2016 Forum Schedule

Thursday, March 24, 2016
Ms. Amy Wright and Dr. Elton presents an overview of Optum Physical Health online determination letters, chiropractic per diem implementation, and provider survey.
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