Public Consulting Group (PCG) recently kicked off its free webinar series on securing federal Medicaid funding and improving your Medicaid program. The inaugural session, Winning Strategies through CMS Streamlined Modular Certification (SMC), led by Dr. Lisa Maiuro and Dr. Asma Adnan on April 29, drew attendees from across the country eager to deepen their understanding of the certification process and unlock new opportunities for federal Medicaid funding.

If you missed the session, don’t worry — here’s a quick recap and a look ahead at what’s coming next.

1. Understanding the SMC Landscape:
   Drs. Maiuro and Adnan broke down the evolving CMS Streamlined Modular Certification process and clarified how states and agencies can adapt to meet updated requirements. Attendees walked away with a clearer picture of how SMC supports modularity, agility, and scalability in Medicaid Enterprise Systems.
2. Strategies That Work:
   Through real-world examples and lessons learned from over 30 successful module certifications, our presenters highlighted common pitfalls and how to avoid them. From aligning policy goals with technical deliverables to preparing for CMS review, attendees gained actionable strategies to move forward with confidence.
3. Live Q&A and Expert Support:
   The 15-minute Q&A segment proved an opportunity for attendees to ask questions about their own challenges with documentation, stakeholder engagement, and funding timelines. For more in-depth concerns, many participants were offered the opportunity to reach out to Dr. Maiuro at [email protected] to schedule a free one-on-one consultation with PCG’s experts.

The series continues with new sessions diving deeper into key components of SMC and Medicaid Enterprise System success.

If you’re involved in Medicaid programs, IT planning, or CMS certification in any capacity, this series is a must. Whether you’re looking to secure enhanced federal funding or stay ahead of compliance trends, PCG’s webinars deliver the insights you need.

Stay informed, stay compliant, and learn from the experts who’ve been in your shoes. Stay tuned for our upcoming sessions and take a proactive step toward securing your Medicaid funding and a stronger Medicaid program.