Heartland Conference 2024 Prospectus - Complex Rehab Technology

» AGENDA AT-A-GLANCE

MONDAY, JUNE 10

7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Registration Open

10 a.m. - Noon A Journey Through VGM’s Headquarters

Noon

Van G. Miller Memorial Golf Tournament* (Lunch included, 12:30 p.m. Shotgun start)

Noon - 1:30 p.m. Your Choice for Lunch*

12:30 - 2:30 p.m. A Journey Through VGM’s Headquarters

2 - 4 p.m. Escape to the Great Outdoors or A Journey Through VGM’s Headquarters

3 - 5 p.m. A Journey Through VGM’s Headquarters

6 - 7 p.m. First-Time Attendee Social

7 - 10 p.m. Party on the Plaza

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Registration Open

8 - 8:30 a.m. Opening Message

9:45 a.m. - 4 p.m. Conference Education Sessions

Noon - 1:30 p.m. Lunch

2 - 4 p.m. A Journey Through VGM’s Headquarters

4 - 7 p.m. Exhibit Hall Grand Opening

7 - 10 p.m. Connections and Coasters at Lost Island Amusement Park

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Conference Education Sessions

9 - 11 a.m. Partner Connections

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open and Lunch

2 - 4 p.m. A Journey Through VGM’s Headquarters

6:30 - 10 p.m. Dancing Through The Decades

» NEW THIS YEAR!

• Partner Connections

• Party on the Plaza

Partner Connections

• Dancing Through the Decades

• Dedicated Complex Rehab Technology Education Track

At the Heartland Conference, providers have the opportunity to engage in a dynamic speed networking event tailored for connecting with manufacturers and service partners. This fastpaced session allows participants to efficiently establish new connections, explore potential collaborations, and exchange valuable insights within the healthcare industry. With structured time slots and facilitated introductions, attendees can maximize their networking efforts and forge mutually beneficial relationships to drive innovation and growth.

Dancing Through the Decades

Dancing Through the Decades is a mega-sized blast from the past that will transport you on a dazzling whirlwind tour of the 1950s to the 1990s. Imagine stepping into a vibrant time machine where each decade comes alive with its unique flair and style! Put on your dancing shoes, channel your favorite era, and get ready to groove through time at the Dancing Through the Decades Farewell at the Farm! Don’t forget to pack your favorite decade attire!

Party on the Plaza

The kick-off to Heartland Conference is in a NEW location this year! Join us on the Plaza for fun, networking, good food, drinks, and music! Don’t worry, transportation will get you to the right spot!

Dedicated Complex Rehab Technology Education Track

We are so excited to expand our complex rehab technology offerings this year. In collaboration with RESNA, Heartland Conference is offering education for all areas of CRT including clinicians, ATPs, business owners, and more.

» UNPARALLELED EDUCATION

VGM Heartland Conference offers two days of in-person education. Your registration grants you access to education tracks mapped out to provide the premier education you can only find at Heartland.

More than 60 sessions are available with your full conference registration, 15 of which are focused on complex rehab technology!

» Click here to view the complete agenda.

Collection, Reduction, & Waiver of Copayments: Rules to Follow & Traps to Avoid

Kim Cuce, VGM & Associates, and Miriam Lieber, Lieber Consulting

Payer Negotiations: Not So Scary

Amanda Yavorsky, McKesson, and David Chandler, AAHomecare

Complex Rehab Technology

Elevate YOUR Clients with Seat Elevation (For Medicare and Medicare Part C Plans)

Dan Fedor, U.S. Rehab, and Wayne Grau, NCART

RESNA/DMERT Pathway to the ATP Certification

Andrea Van Hook, Executive Director, RESNA, and Tyler Mahncke, President, U.S. Rehab

The Global Evolution of Alternative Drive Controls for Persons with ALS

Cindi Petito, CHAS Consulting, and Mark Scott, Munevo GmbH

A Voice for Clinicians: The Clinician Task Force Perspective

Cara Masselink, Clinicians Task Force

Estimating Life-Cost of Complex Rehabilitation Technology Using Real-World Data

Dr. Mark Schmeler, University of Pittsburgh, and Corey Morrow, Medical University of South Carolina

Pediatric Adaptive Standing: Five Considerations for Optimizing the Outcomes

Lori Potts, Rifton

Complex Rehab Technology

Blind Spot Sensors: Increasing Safety and Independence for Wheelchair Users

Pooja Viswanathan, Braze Mobility

AAC for the ATP Andrea Van Hook, RESNA

The FINE Line Between the ATP Assessment & the Specialty LCMP Eval

Dan Fedor, U.S. Rehab, and Wayne Grau, NCART

U.S. Rehab ATP Prep Academy

Cindi Petito, CHAS Consulting, and Dan Fedor, U.S. Rehab

What Factors Really Affect the Efficiency of a Manual Wheelchair

Amanda Storey, MOT, OTR/L, MBCT, Ki Mobility, by Etac

» EXHIBIT HALL

Attend the expo to experience even more opportunities to interact with VGM’s vendor partners. See their industry-leading products, software solutions, and conference promotions all while enjoying refreshments and networking with peers.

» ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING

You CANNOT Afford to Miss This!

We keep our pricing all-inclusive because attending Heartland is about supporting our industry. With all the educational sessions and the networking opportunities for only $549*, you can’t afford to miss Heartland Conference this year!

Here’s What You Get With the Heartland Conference All-Inclusive Price:

Education tracks in areas such as complex rehab technology; respiratory; billing and reimbursement; regulatory and audits; business leadership and people strategies; sales, marketing, and retail; business operations; and specialty markets

Exhibitors from across the country gather at Heartland to showcase their industry-leading products and software solutions

Networking opportunities with VGM members, VGM thought leaders, industry experts, and exhibitors

Conference education, food, and entertainment

Journey through the halls of VGM and learn how to maximize your membership

*Early bird pricing expires April 12, 2024

SOCIAL EVENTS

Guest Social Events

Bring your spouse or guest to ALL social events.

Van G. Miller Memorial Golf Tournament

» REGISTER

Registration opens February 29.

spots available