March 20, 2026

Dear Kids Health First (KHF) Providers and Practice Administrators,

We have some important updates about payor updates, new programs, and upcoming events. There's a lot of information, and we want to keep you informed. Please read through this email carefully and let us know if you have any questions.

Important Updates

Insights from Peers: Postpartum Health and Financial Policy

View insights from your KHF peers on postpartum health assessment and financial policies.

February PA Meeting Recap

A recording of the February Kids Health First Practice Administrator (PA) Meeting is now available for those who were unable to attend or would like to revisit the discussion.

The session, “Leading with Confidence: Best Practices in Employee Management,” focused on practical strategies for managing staff, addressing workplace challenges, and strengthening leadership within pediatric practices.

Practice administrators and leadership team members are encouraged to watch the recording and review the slides for helpful insights that can support day-to-day practice operations.

Resources

Watch the recording: Leading with Confidence: Best Practices in Employee Management
View the presentation slides from the meeting

CME Opportunity: 2026 Pediatric Practice Essentials Virtual Course

A new educational opportunity is available from the AAP for pediatric providers and practice leaders interested in strengthening the business and operational side of outpatient pediatric care.

2026 Pediatric Practice Essentials: A Virtual Course in Navigating the Business of Outpatient Care offers CME and MOC credit. The course was developed to address a common gap in medical education—foundational business knowledge needed to successfully operate and manage outpatient pediatric practices.

Participants will learn how to:

Interpret practice financial data, manage budgets, and strengthen revenue cycle performance
Develop effective staffing models and human resources strategies
Improve coding, documentation, and payer relations while reducing claim denials
Support sustainable, patient-centered growth through risk management, regulatory compliance, and long-term financial planning

Additional course details and registration information are available through the program website.

Learn more and register here.

Reminder: Take the Georgia AAP Member Voice & Strategic Vision 2026 Survey

The Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics invites pediatricians to participate in the Member Voice & Strategic Vision 2026 Survey. This brief anonymous survey (under 15 minutes) helps guide the chapter’s strategic planning, advocacy, and programming.

Topics include practice sustainability, clinician well-being, administrative burden, and pediatric workforce trends.

Participants may optionally enter a drawing for a free 2026 conference registration or a $100 Visa gift card.

Please complete the survey by March 31, 2026.

Take the survey: Click Here to Complete the Member Voice & Strategic Vision 2026 Survey

Last Call to Register: Preparing for and Responding to Data Security Incidents

Independent medical practices face increasing risks related to cybersecurity and data breaches. Join this educational webinar to learn practical steps your practice can take to prevent, prepare for, and respond to data security incidents.

Webinar Details

Title: Are You Ready? Preparing for and Responding to Data Security Incidents

Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Time: 6:30 p.m.

The session will cover common cybersecurity risks, compliance considerations, and real-world examples from the healthcare industry, along with actionable guidance practices can implement immediately.

Presenter

Lindsey Smith, Attorney – Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete LLP

Lindsey advises organizations on ransomware, payment fraud, business email compromise, and other cybersecurity incidents, and previously served as Corporate Counsel for Incident Response at Amazon.

This webinar is designed for physicians, APPs, and practice administrators.