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10/14/2025
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2025 WEDI National Conference

Washington, DC, with a Virtual Option

November 3-6, 2025

Sarah Iselin is president and chief executive officer of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, one of the largest independent Blue Cross Blue Shield plans in the country with more than $9 billion in revenue, nearly 3 million members, and more than 20,000 employer customers. The company is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best health plans for member satisfaction and quality.

 

She was named one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare in 2024 and was named one of Modern Healthcare’s Leading Women of 2025.
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Federal Update

OSTP and FDA Request Public Input on AI Use.


California Enacts First AI Safety Law.


California and Alaska Enact Prior Authorization Laws.


EHR Certification ID Changed September 1.


Final Rule for Federal Defense Contractor Cybersecurity Requirements.


FDA’s Digital Health Advisory Committee Set to Meet November 6.


States Act on AI Use in Health Care.



Prior Authorization Survey Finds Need to Improve Electronic Processes to Decrease Burden.
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What happens when dental data becomes as accessible and actionable as medical data? Steve Roberts, CEO of Vyne, explores how interoperability can transform the patient experience, equip providers with deeper insights, and strengthen the connection between oral health and overall health.


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WEDI is conducting this follow up survey on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Interoperability and Prior Authorization Final Rule (CMS-0057-F), and we need your help! This short survey will gauge how the industry is implementing this regulation. Don’t miss this important opportunity to share your perspectives on this significant industry mandate.


Individual survey responses are kept anonymous, and data are only reported in aggregate. Survey data will be used to develop feedback and recommendations to CMS, inform stakeholders on implementation challenges and costs, and assist WEDI in developing education and resources for successful implementation. Please complete the survey by Oct. 29.

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The Following Webinar is Free to the Industry
 
 
 

Can’t make the live events? Register and we’ll send you the recording!
 

Tuesday 10/14, 3PM: Join us to review our June 2025 fact sheet and discuss topics for the WEDI National Conference.

Wednesday 10/15, 2PM: Join us to review our project proposal and solidify deliverables and assignments.

Thursday 10/16, 1PM: Join us to review and finalize our survey.

Thursday 10/16, 3PM: Join us for our special, member only event, AI Agents Transforming Value-Based Care. See more info below.

Upcoming Workgroup Special Events - Open to WEDI Members Only
 

AI Agents Transforming Value-Based Care

Thursday October 16th, 3 PM - 4 PM

Join us for an insider's look at the cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence technology reshaping health care payment operations. The architects behind this revolutionary platform will share their vision for transforming value-based care through intelligent automation. 


Featured Innovation Leaders 

  • Sanjay Singh - Lead AI Engineer, AI VBC Agents, Edifecs
  • Dr. Demitri Plessas - Lead Architect/Data Scientist, AI VBC Agents, Edifecs
 
 

WEDI, a national membership association since 1991, advises on health IT policy and implementation, focusing on enhancing health care through efficient data sharing and education across all stakeholders. Learn more about becoming a member here!


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