Two Day Registration

• Member w/ Education Pass – $180 (Early bird does not expire)
• Member – $180 ($225 after 2/19)
• Non-Member – $280 ($325 after 2/19)

Single Day Registration

• Member w/ Education Pass – $130 (Early bird does not expire)
• Member – $130 ($150 after 2/19)
• Non-Member – $180 ($200 after 2/19)

Charles Canaan, Palmetto GBA

MPH, BSN, RN, CCA, CPC, CPB, CPMA, APM, Senior Provider Education Consultant

Charles Canaan has over 30 years of diverse nursing experience in a variety of healthcare settings, to include inpatient, outpatient, home and organizational settings. His education includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, a Master of Public Health Degree in Health Promotion and Education and a Graduate Studies Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Studies from the University of South Carolina, and a Coding for Health Care Professionals Certificate from Trident Technical College. He reviews medical utilization data and trends. He currently provides education and consultation to Medicare Part A and Part B providers with learning needs.

Marlene Frierson, Palmetto GBA

Senior Provider Relations Representative

Marlene Frierson has 20+ years of Medicare experience and over 15 years of Medicare enrollment experience. She has served in outreach and education, managed financial staff and other resources. In previous positions, Ms. Frierson has participated with educating regional and state provider associations, referral sources, physicians, discharge planners, suppliers and Medicare beneficiaries. She has worked in Medicare Hearings and Appeals for the formerly known National Supplier Clearinghouse (NSC) contract and also has experience with the Competitive Bidding Demonstration and Part A Provider Enrollment Unit. Ms. Frierson is currently a member of Palmetto GBA’s Provider Outreach & Education department as a Provider Relations Representative for Home Health & Hospice.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Availability subject to change. Click here to go directly to the Sponsorship Registration page, see current availability, and secure your sponsorship spot today! Exhibit booths are sold out.

☆ Speaking & Exhibiting (5 of 6 Available, $3,000 each)

Partner with OCHCH to help form the agenda! Includes:  A 1-hour long presentation, 1 Exhibitor Table, and 2 Conference Passes.

☆ Breakfast Day 1 (Sold)  |  Day 2 (1 Available, $2,500)

Sponsor signage featured during breakfast and branding at the breakfast station. Includes:  2 Conference Passes. 5 minutes to address the audience during the conference.

☆ Lunch Day 1 (1 Available, $4,500)  |  Day 2 (1 Available, $4,500)

Includes: Sponsor lunch for attendees with branding at the buffet and on tables. 2 Conference Passes. 5 minutes to address the audience during the conference.

☆ Beverage Day 1 (1 Available, $2,000)  |  Day 2 (1 Available, $2,000)

Increase your visibility with branded signage at the all-day beverage station. Includes:  2 Conference Passes. 5 minutes to address the audience during the conference.

☆ Reception at Hofbräuhaus (6 Available, $1,500)

Sponsor a fun gathering on Day 1 (5:30-8:30) at Hofbräuhaus Columbus next to the conference. Includes:  Space for marketing literature, and extra drink tickets to hand out. 2 Conference Passes. 5 minutes to address the audience during the conference.