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2026 CMS National Provider Enrollment Conference (NPEC)
70 Million Patients, 2.7 Million Providers, ONE Mission
Hosted by NPEAST on behalf of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the National Provider Enrollment Conference (NPEC) brings together Medicare provider enrollment professionals, CMS leadership, the Provider Enrollment & Oversight Group (PEOG), Medicare Administrative Contractors (MACs), National Provider Enrollment Contractors (NPEs), and the Medicare Provider Enrollment, Chain, and Ownership System (PECOS) contractor for two days of education, collaboration, and engagement.
This two-day, free event provides direct access to the experts responsible for shaping and administering Medicare provider enrollment. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, interactive Q&A sessions, and expert-led training, attendees will gain valuable insight into enrollment policy, program integrity initiatives, compliance requirements, operationally friendly best practices, as well as upcoming changes impacting the Medicare provider enrollment landscape. We will also explore pain points and challenges and navigate practical solutions.
Walk Away With:
A deeper understanding of Medicare provider and supplier enrollment requirements
Insight into current and emerging CMS enrollment policies and initiatives
Practical strategies to support enrollment compliance and operational success
Direct engagement with CMS, PEOG, MAC, NPE, and PECOS subject matter experts
Valuable connections with provider enrollment professionals from across the country
Whether you are new to enrollment or a seasoned professional, NPEC offers a unique opportunity to learn, collaborate, and contribute to the ongoing success and integrity of the Medicare program.
NPEC Details
The 2026 NPEC will be hosted at the Gaylord Palm Resort and Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida. This year's location offers stunning indoor gardens, exceptional dining experiences, luxurious accommodation, and state-of-the-art meeting facilities, creating the ideal environment for both productivity and relaxation.
Experience everything you need for an engaging event in one place.
Date: November 18 – 19, 2026
Location: Gaylord Palm Resort and Convention Center - Marriott
Address: 6000 Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Event Registration
Registration: Open Registration
The 2026 National Provider Enrollment Conference (NPEC) is a two-day, in-person event designed for both new and seasoned enrollment professionals. Registration is required for the event; however, there is no need to register for individual classes. Attendees can attend a live session or visit the contractor booths during designated times.
Registration Process
Participants completing the registration process will not receive automatic approval to attend. An initial pending review notification will be issued to the participant's email.
Participants will receive a decision email within 5 - 10 business days of registration submission via email. No action is required by the participant during this time.
When event capacity is reached, participants will receive notification they have been waiting for. We will notify waitlisted participants of their final attendance status within three weeks of the event date.
Registration communications will come from EventMobi. Review your junk or spam folder if you are not receiving correspondence or contact your IT department to ensure it is not blocked.
Registered but need to withdraw your reservation? Contact us at Education@novitas-solutions.com for support.
Reservation Details
Reservations: A reservation room block is available at the Gaylord Palm Resort and Convention Center - Marriott.
The room block allows for a limited number of room reservations per day at the reduced rate. Once sold out, room bookings will default to the standard rate established by the Gaylord.
The Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, Marriott charges an additional daily resort fee of $45.00, plus applicable taxes, on top of the guest room rate. A discounted parking rate is also available: $40.00 per day for self-parking or $55.00 per day for valet parking, plus applicable taxes.
Novitas Solutions, Inc. and CMS assume no fiscal responsibility for costs incurred by participants attending the NPEC. Coordination and cancelation of reservations must be managed directly with the booking venue.
Agenda
Session times listed in Eastern Standard Time (EST). The agenda may be subject to change.
View the National Provider Enrollment Conference (NPEC) Agenda for more details.
Day 1 - November 18
| Time (ET) | Session |
|---|---|
| 7 - 8 a.m. | Registration |
| 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Presentations Networking sessions |
| 12 - 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 - 5 p.m. | Presentations Panel discussion |
| 5 - 7 p.m. | Evening reception |
Day 2 - November 19
| Time (ET) | Session |
|---|---|
| 7 - 8 a.m. | Registration |
| 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Presentations Networking sessions |
| 12 - 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 - 5 p.m. | Presentations Panel discussion |