Blooming Health recently had the pleasure of attending AHIP’s 2025 Medicare, Medicaid, Duals & Commercial Markets Forum—a gathering of leaders navigating one of the most transformative periods in healthcare and social care.

Our CCO and Co-Founder Kavitha Gnanasambandan, PhD, and Partnership Manager Jillian Fucci joined the conversation in Baltimore, with one goal in mind: connect with others who are equally passionate about making social care more accessible, efficient, and impactful.

The overarching theme? We’re in a “Wait, Watch, and Advocate” moment. Read on to learn more about what that means.

What We Heard—and What It Means

As federal and state priorities shift, the pressure is on to navigate uncertain tides. Here are some of the most compelling takeaways:

From Health Equity to Health Impact

Equity remains essential, but the spotlight is now on measurable improvements. To unlock funding, organizations must show clear evidence of improved outcomes, not only in health but in economic value as well. Think: reduced hospitalizations, increased preventive screenings, and better chronic condition management.

Prevention & Chronic Disease Management Take Center Stage

Lawmakers across the aisle are championing wellness, nutrition, and chronic disease prevention as critical to long-term cost savings. But with shifting policies, sustainability is a concern.  The challenge: how do organizations embed prevention into care models amid uncertain funding streams?

Expanding the Definition of ROI

When thinking about ROI, the industry has moved beyond just cost savings. ROI needs to also included closing service gaps, boosting workforce participation, and strengthening community infrastructure. Decision-makers are recognizing that true value lies in long-term impact. Investments in social care are no longer just expenditures—they’re catalysts for economic mobility, public health, and equity.

Medicaid & Waivers: A Balancing Act

The future of 1115 waivers remains uncertain, with states navigating shifting federal priorities and funding landscapes. To sustain these programs, providers must not only demonstrate their impact with data but also play an active role in shaping the policy dialogue. Policy conversation should focus on making investments in equitable, sustainable, human-centered care.

Efficiency, Accountability, and Tech-Driven Proof

There’s growing demand for leaner, more efficient programs that can reduce waste and provide transparent results. Investments in automation and real-time data aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential to survival.

Where Innovation Meets Sustainability: A Case for Blooming Health

In this time of policy uncertainty and increasing pressure to do more with less, organizations need tools that deliver real results, at scale, and with equity in mind.

That’s where Blooming Health comes in.

Purpose-built for aging, healthcare, and social service providers, Blooming Health empowers teams to meet today’s demands—without sacrificing their mission. Our platform uses AI-assisted outreach to connect with hard-to-reach members across SMS, voice, and email in 80+ languages, ensuring no one is left behind.

Organizations using Blooming Health report:

• 38% average survey response rate

• 300% increase in social engagement

• 2+ hours of staff time saved daily

As we learned at AHIP 2025, the future belongs to those who account for their impact, advocate for change, and act with agility.

Let’s shape that future together.

If you're supporting Medicare or Medicaid populations and thinking about how to integrate scalable, community-based services contact us today.