ACCC'S NATIONAL ONCOLOGY ECONOMICS CONFERENCE: NEW SESSION ADDED

Major changes are happening to the DRUG COMPENDIA, changes that may affect patient access to cancer care.

That's why we've added a SPECIAL SESSION to ACCC's 25th National Oncology Economics Conference, September 17–20, 2008: "The Times Are Changing: A Look at the New Direction for ACCC's Compendia-Based Drug Bulletin."

Medicare has added to its list of nationally recognized drug compendia. The agency and private payers are reviewing processes, and reimbursement for oncology drugs may be significantly affected.

If you're interested in the future of drug reimbursement, this is a must-attend session. Gain insight into the coming changes AND examine how ACCC's COMPENDIA-BASED DRUG BULLETIN might change to reflect these changes.

This interactive session will allow you to help chart the path ahead for ACCC's Compendia-Based Drug Bulletin. What would you like to see within its pages? How can the publication best help your practice or program? You'll be able to vote!

Oncology practices and hospitals across the country look to ACCC's Compendia-Based Drug Bulletinas an indispensable resource and guide that allows quick and easy access to the hundreds of oncology-related indications contained within the thousands of pages that make up the officially recognized drug compendia. How will ACCC's Bulletin reflect the diverse information contains within the differing nationally recognized drug compendia? You'll have the opportunity to provide your ideas.

Of course, ACCC's 25th National Oncology Economics Conference in San Francisco, September 17–20, 2008, features lots of other sessions that provide FRESH IDEAS and INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES.

Browse the Agenda.

RETOOL YOUR NEGOTIATING SKILLS. Have you ever wanted to know the inside secrets of managed care companies—how they operate and what motivates them? In the "Economics of Insurance Contracts" you will learn from a reformed managed care executive with 18 years of experience who will examine how the managed care companies work and more importantly how you can succeed in your relationship with them. You'll be surprised (and your CEO will be delighted) at how much savings you can realize!

The early-bird registration rate is still available for ACCC's 25th National Oncology Economics Conference on September 17–20, 2008, at the Hyatt Regency in San Francisco, California. But hurry, the rate increases after August 15.

Register now to improve your service line, your bottom line, and your management skills. Only ACCC delivers practical sessions and innovative ideas for the entire cancer care team. See how model community cancer programs and practices are cutting costs and streamlining services. And find GREAT VALUE at this conference.

Registration Fees
Register by August 15 for the best rate! Members, registered and paid by August 15, just $490. Second registrant, just $350. Registration fees include official program events, materials, social events and all scheduled meal functions as outlined in the agenda.

Flights
You can book a flight into Oakland or San Francisco. Both are a short distance to the hotel.

Hotel Accommodations
Rooms are filling fast. Don't miss out. The Hyatt is holding rooms for the ACCC conference at a reduced rate until August 18, 2008 (or until the block of rooms is sold out): Single or Double rooms are $235 plus tax (currently 14% plus $.13 per night). For room reservations, please call central reservations at 888.421.1442, and refer to the group and conference name in order to obtain the discount. Online reservations are also available, please click here. The reduced rate is available from September 16-20, 2008. If you wish to extend your stay, the special group rate may be available up to three days before and after the conference based on hotel availability.