The 9th Annual Interdisciplinary Conference on Orthopedic Value-Based Care brings essential updates to healthcare professionals from April 3-5, 2025. The event takes place at the Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point, California. Medical students, residents, fellows, and nurses can attend the conference for free, making it accessible to the next generation of healthcare leaders.

The conference addresses critical changes in orthopedic care, with a special focus on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ 2026 mandatory bundle. Healthcare professionals will learn about new requirements for lower joint surgery, hip fractures, and spinal fusion procedures. The TEAM Bundle Boot Camp features representatives from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation who will answer questions about implementation strategies.

Attendees earn 20 continuing education credits while gaining practical knowledge about value-based care contracting and artificial intelligence in musculoskeletal treatment. The conference includes sessions on perioperative care management and the future of orthopedics in Ambulatory Surgery Centers. Healthcare executives, surgeons, physical therapists, and medical device representatives will share insights on improving patient outcomes and reducing costs.

The registration package includes access to video recordings from previous conferences, containing more than 75 expert lectures. Participants can submit research abstracts until February 15, 2025, to share their work with industry leaders. This conference connects professionals across the orthopedic field, creating opportunities for collaboration and practice improvement.