Federal healthcare policy is shifting—and fast.
On June 23, 2025, U.S. News & World Report hosted a virtual event titled “Leading Hospitals Through Seismic Shifts in Federal Healthcare Policy” with McAllister & Quinn to help healthcare leaders understand what’s changing and how to prepare.
The panel brought together experts from policy, strategy, and health systems to discuss how hospitals can stay resilient amid proposed changes to Medicaid eligibility, provider taxes, and federal funding streams.
These changes could significantly impact hospital operations, especially for those serving vulnerable populations. You can watch the full video here.
Key Takeaways for Hospital Leaders
Be proactive, not reactive.
Andy Quinn, Managing Partner and Founder of McAllister & Quinn, emphasized that hospitals need to assess their exposure to federal policy changes now—not later. “Hospitals that understand their funding mix and can model different policy scenarios will be in a much stronger position,” he noted.
Don’t lose sight of mission-critical investments.
Kelly Seyed, Ph.D., Vice President of Healthcare at McAllister & Quinn, warned that cuts to Medicaid and other funding sources could jeopardize investments in patient safety, social determinants of health, and workforce development. “These are the very areas that drive long-term impact,” she said.
Stay engaged with policymakers.
The panel encouraged hospital leaders to maintain open lines of communication with federal agencies and their Congressional offices. Understanding the intent behind policy proposals can help organizations respond more strategically and advocate for what their communities need.
Full Speaker Lineup
Opening Remarks: Sumita Singh, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Health, U.S. News & World Report
Panel
- Paul DeDominicas, Director of the Network Grants Office, UVM Health Network
- Abigail Duggan, Chief of Staff, House of Representatives
- Nate Mussell, Vice President of Public Policy, Fairview Health Services
- Andy Quinn, Managing Partner and Founder, McAllister & Quinn
- Kelly Seyed, Ph.D., Vice President, Healthcare, McAllister & Quinn
- Moderator: Olivier Knox, Senior National Correspondent and Anchor of Decision Points, U.S. News & World Report
At McAllister & Quinn, we specialize in helping hospitals and health systems unlock federal funding, navigate policy changes, and build sustainable strategies for growth. Whether you’re preparing for Medicaid shifts or looking to expand your impact, we’re here to help.
Contact us to learn how we can support your organization’s goals.
Join McAllister & Quinn for our follow-up webinar.
What Hospital & Health System Leaders Need to Know about Reconciliation, Federal Health Policy, and External Funding Opportunities
Our expert panel will share the latest updates on the reconciliation bill, how hospitals and health systems can prepare for evolving federal priorities, and highlight key federal funding opportunities from agencies including HRSA, SAMHSA, and NIH.
When: July 17, 2025 from 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET.