 NPAC 2027 - Apply to Speak!The American College of Physician Advisors’ 2027 National Physician Advisor Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana (NPAC 2027) is Letting the Good Times Roll…towards better outcomes and advancing the field of physician advising. We’re looking for YOU to join our Krewe of thought leaders. This is your opportunity to contribute to the premiere physician advisor conference of the year! Abstract submission is open now through Friday October 2, 2026. Physician Advisors connect the dots across healthcare. By bridging clinical, operational, and care continuum teams, we ensure patients receive the right care, at the right time, in the right setting. Through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose, we remove barriers, improve transitions of care, and help create a seamless experience for every patient and family we serve.Much like the city of New Orleans, where diverse cultures, traditions, and communities come together to create something extraordinary, Physician Advisors connect people, perspectives, and care settings to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients and families. We have compiled a set of abstract categories that reflect the broad scope of physician advisor services, from leadership to regulatory strategy, quality of care, pediatrics, digital health and beyond. If you’ve led projects or initiatives that align with these areas, please consider sharing your experience with your peers. Apply to present your work at NPAC 2027 by using the links below! Deadline for submission is Friday October 2, 2026. As in past years, you can submit your abstract for consideration to present on stage or as a poster to showcase your work. Apply Now to Speak at NPAC 2027Abstract Submission GuideNPAC 2027 Submission CategoriesProfessional Leadership and Workforce DevelopmentSessions in this category will focus on management and leadership experiences, skills training, and functional activities related to the advancement of physician advisor program efforts Regulatory StrategySessions in this category will focus on regulatory and compliance and payment issues that physician advisors should be actively engaged with, particularly within Utilization Management. Financial Strategy and StewardshipSessions in this category will focus on the role of physician advisors in financial sustainability and revenue integrity. Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI)Sessions in this category will focus on coding and documentation guidelines as well as high-value diagnoses impacting revenue and quality. PediatricsSessions in this category will focus on the unique opportunities and challenges of serving in the physician advisor role within children’s hospitals or health systems with large pediatric populations. Evolving Roles & Specialties for Physician AdvisorsThe role of physician advisors is constantly evolving. This category highlights novel, creative, and forward-looking applications of physician advisor expertise. Digital Health & InformaticsSessions in this category will focus on optimizing technology and digital tools to advance the physician advisor role. Population Health, Quality & Social ImpactSessions in this category will highlight the physician advisor’s role in advancing care across the continuum, improving outcomes, and addressing broader social impact. |