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The early adoption phase of artificial intelligence (AI) has largely passed. Medical groups that once debated whether to invest in AI are now managing multiple tools that touch scheduling, clinical documentation, point-of-care decisions and revenue cycle. It's easy for the excitement of efficiency gains and data-driven decisions to perpetuate a cycle of launch, measure and repeat.

Premier submitted comments to CMS on the CY 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) proposed rule. In its letter, Premier cautions that several proposed policies, if finalized, could further exacerbate the financial pressures facing hospitals and health systems. Premier also responded to CMS' request for information on policies intended to strengthen domestic manufacturing and improve the resilience of the healthcare supply chain.

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The traditional managed care playbook is no longer sufficient, as payer dynamics, administrative burden and reimbursement pressures become increasingly interconnected. Leading health systems are transforming payer strategy through better data, cross-functional alignment and a portfolio-level view of managed care relationships.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – August 27, 2026 – Premier, Inc., a leading technology-enabled healthcare improvement company, today announced an expanded strategic partnership with Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), a Catholic nonprofit healthcare system headquartered in Springfield, Illinois.This partnership supports the health system’s next phase of performance and transformation while reinforcing its commitment to sustainable, mission-driven care delivery.

KEY TAKEAWAYS: CJR-X signals a broader shift toward value-based care by expanding healthcare system accountability for cost, quality and outcomes across the episode of care. Preparing for CJR-X starts with understanding current performance and identifying where variation and opportunities for improvement exist. The capabilities hospitals build for CJR-X can position them for success as value-based payment continues to evolve. Article Information Date Published: 8/18/26

Premier submitted comments to CMS on the CY 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) proposed rule.

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Drug shortages are persistent and increasingly difficult to manage in 2026, but earlier visibility into supply risk can help health systems act before disruption escalates. Health systems, including AdventHealth and BayCare, and suppliers such as Leiters Health and Fresenius Kabi are aligning clinical, operational and supply decisions more quickly to prevent disruption before it reaches the bedside.

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Premier data shows fill rates for critical chemotherapy drugs have fallen into the danger zone, signaling mounting pressure on the pharmacy supply chain. Declining fill rates can provide an early warning of supply disruptions, giving health systems more time to evaluate inventory, identify alternatives and develop conservation strategies.

ADVISOR LIVE® ON-DEMAND WEBINAR Reviewing Recent CMS Proposed Rule: CY 2027 Physician Fee Schedule and Medicare Shared Savings Program The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released its calendar year (CY) 2027 proposed rules for Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) and Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP). We will review the conversion factor updates, new payment policies and changes to the MSSP.

ADVISOR LIVE® ON-DEMAND WEBINAR Reviewing Recent CMS Proposed Rule: CY 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center (OPPS/ASC) Payment System The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released its calendar year (CY) 2027 Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System proposed rule, which sets payment rates and program policies for the upcoming calendar year and beyond.