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Medicaid Drug Rebate Program (MDRP) Summit 2026
October 5-7, 2026
Delivered as a Hybrid EventFairmont Chicago Millennium Park, Chicago, IL
October 5-7, 2026|Delivered as a Hybrid Event, Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park, Chicago, IL

Master Complex Regulatory Guidelines to Deliver Compliant Government Pricing and Reporting Programs

Providing unparalleled access to the government regulators creating the rules, the industry leaders interpreting them and the manufacturer experts implementing them.

Prior Attendee

Simply the best Medicaid conference!

The MDRP Summit - Unleashing Excellence in Life Sciences for 30+ Years

With insights gained from our vibrant pricing and contracting community, we're primed for another ground-breaking event! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newcomer, get ready for an upgraded program packed with cutting-edge topics.

Don't just take our word for it — check out the thrilling preview of what's to come in 2026!

Direct Access to Government Officials

Resolve compliance issues, clarify reporting requirements, and influence policy decisions by engaging directly with the officials who administer Medicaid, 340B, VA FSS, and Medicare programs.

  • Full-day dispute resolution meetings with Prime Therapeutics and state Medicaid officials covering most states
  • Federal agency updates from CMS, VA, OIG, and HRSA on 340B program policy, compliance, and enforcement priorities
  • Medicaid working group report submission directly to CMS for policy consideration
  • External counsel roundtables with thought leaders from every major firm

Navigate Seven Simultaneous Policy Disruptions in 2026

Master the operational chaos of overlapping federal and state mandates with the only comprehensive roadmap to manage all seven crises simultaneously.

  • July 31, 2026 tariff deadline: 100% tariff on imported patented drugs and APIs with reduced rates for U.S. manufacturing commitments
  • October 2026 inventory floor stock crisis: manage distributor stockpiling ahead of Part D redesign and MFP effectuation
  • Part B and Part D inflation rebate invoicing with compressed appeals timelines and audit-ready verification protocols
  • Medicaid negative pricing: uncapped inflation rebates exceeding 100% of AMP for mature products
  • MFN, GENEROUS, GLOBE, GUARD, and BALANCE frameworks reshaping reimbursement models
  • State price cap and PDAB reporting: 2026 NASHP model compliance and confidentiality protocols
  • PBM reform and FTC settlements: de-linking, 100% rebate pass-through, and spread pricing bans across 17+ states

Peer-to-Peer Intelligence from Industry Leaders

Learn from manufacturers who have already navigated MFP negotiations, state audits, 340B disputes, and IRA compliance.

  • Closed-door executive summit: full-day strategy session bridging policy with business decisions including M&A, portfolio valuation, and field sales adaptation (facilitated by Genentech)
  • Full-day and half-day workshops: government pricing 101 boot camp, tactical calculations 201, state transparency reporting, emerging pharma commercialization, and 340B best practices
  • AI benchmarking session: compare your automation maturity against industry standards with Gilead
  • 340B dispute resolution instruction meetings pre-event (Sunday): separate $499 registration for hands-on training with all 340B stakeholders
  • 10+ hours of networking through opening reception, luncheons, breaks, and evening events with 750+ expected attendees

The MDRP Summit Experience

The energy was electric, the networking was next-level, and the learning? Absolutely invaluable! Our industry's brightest minds came together to share game-changing insights that you won't find anywhere else at MDRP 2025. 🚀Click play to see event highlights from last year and see why you can't miss this pivotal event in 2026!

Engage Qualified Decision-Makers Shaping Life Sciences Pricing & Contracting!

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Contact Matt Hannon to learn more at MattH@informaconnectls.com