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2026 National Urgent Care Centers Summit
Driving Operational Excellence, Financial Sustainability, and Scalable Growth in Urgent Care – Preparing Urgent Care for the Next Generation of On-Demand Healthcare
April 27 – 28, 2026 • The Roosevelt, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel • New Orleans, LA
Past Sponsors/Exhibitors & Partners
Overview
The 2026 National Urgent Care Centers Summit convenes leaders, clinicians, operators, policymakers, and industry partners from across the country to examine the evolving role of urgent care in today's healthcare landscape. As demand for timely, accessible, and high-quality care continues to rise, urgent care centers remain essential to expanding access and improving patient outcomes.
This premier forum explores key operational, clinical, and strategic challenges facing urgent care organizations, while highlighting practical solutions and emerging best practices. Attendees will gain actionable insights into clinical efficiency, patient experience, reimbursement and regulatory trends, technology adoption, and scalable models of care.
Through expert-led keynotes, dynamic panels, and real-world case studies, the 2026 National Urgent Care Centers Summit promotes collaboration and knowledge-sharing among industry leaders shaping the future of on-demand healthcare. Participants will leave with practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and valuable connections to support performance, quality, and sustainable growth.
We look forward to greeting you in New Orleans!
From Urgent Care Centers, Hospitals, Health Systems & Providers:
Chief Executive Officers, Chief Medical Officers, Chief Clinical Officers, Chief Operating Officers, Chief Financial Officers
Also, Vice Presidents, Directors, Managers & Executives of:
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Also of interest to Health Plans, Payers, Employer Plans, TPAs, Managed Care Organizations Healthcare Consultants, Solution Providers, Vendors, Purchasers, Physician Groups, Behavioral Health Centers, Healthcare Technology Innovators, Data Analytics Providers, Pharmacy Benefit Managers, Disease Management Organizations, Home Health Care Companies, Third Party Administrators, Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Companies, IT & Business Process Outsourcing Companies, Enrollment Brokers and More!
Day One – Monday, April 27, 2026
| 7:15 |
Conference Registration & Networking Breakfast |
| 8:00 |
Chairperson's Opening Remarks |
| 8:15 |
Urgent Care's Role in Managing Emergency Department Overcrowding |
| 9:00 |
AI-Driven Triage, Clinical Decision Support, and Documentation in Urgent Care |
| 9:45 |
Networking & Refreshments Break |
| 10:15 |
Site-of-Care Optimization and Shifting Acuity in Urgent Care Settings |
| 11:00 |
Urgent Care and Emergency Department Collaboration |
| 11:45 |
Value-Based Care Opportunities and Risk-Sharing Models for Urgent Care |
| 12:30 |
Luncheon for All Attendees & Speakers |
| 1:30 |
Retail Health, Employer-Based Care, and Competitive Market Disruption |
| 2:15 |
Panel Discussion: Operational Efficiency in High-Volume Urgent Care Settings |
| 3:15 |
Networking & Refreshments Break |
| 3:45 |
Integrating Behavioral Health Screening and Services in Urgent Care |
| 4:30 |
Urgent Care’s Role in Employer Health & Workforce Productivity |
| 5:15 |
End of Day One |
Day Two – Tuesday, April 28, 2026
| 7:15 |
Networking Breakfast |
| 8:00 |
Chairperson’s Recap of Day One |
| 8:15 |
Optimizing Patient Flow and Reducing Wait Times |
| 9:00 |
Expanding Services: Imaging, Occupational Health, and Specialty Care |
| 9:45 |
Networking & Refreshments Break |
| 10:15 |
Patient Experience, Access, and Consumer Expectations within Urgent Care Centers |
| 11:00 |
Tele-Urgent Care and Hybrid Care Models |
| 11:45 |
Remote Monitoring and Follow-Up After Urgent Care Visits |
| 12:30 |
Conference Concludes |
Monday, April 27, 2026 • 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
The Key Components to Implement & Sustain a Viable Urgent Care Center
Speakers To Be Announced
Exhibitor
Conquest Healthcare provides offshore staffing solutions for U.S. healthcare firms. We specialize in delivering Registered Nurses, Medical Coders, and compliance professionals who are U.S.-licensed, experienced, and experts in their fields. Our staff integrates seamlessly into your team, bringing U.S. experience to deliver expert-level support aligned with American healthcare standards and compliance requirements.
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Hospitals, Health Systems, Providers |
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Conference Only |
$995 |
$1195 |
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Conference & Workshop |
$1195 |
$1395 |
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Standard Rate, Vendors, Solution Providers |
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Conference Only |
$1295 |
$1495 |
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Conference & Workshop |
$1495 |
$1695 |
Phone: 504-648-1200
*Mention Group Code "World Conference Forum" to get the discounted rate of $279/night!
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