The Only D.C. Forum for Cross-Sectoral Healthcare Executives to Impact Policy
HLC members recognize the private sector’s vital role in delivering affordable, accessible, high-quality care. Together, we are a trusted, influential voice shaping public policy across the healthcare spectrum—now and into the future.
Uniting the Healthcare Continuum
HLC’s membership represents all segments of the healthcare sector, including:
Pharma / Biotech / Lifescience
Health IT / Tech
Insurance Plans / Payors
Providers and Health Systems
Supply Chain and Logistics
Medical Devices
Management Consulting Firms
Private Equity / Venture Capital
Retail / Pharmacy / PBMs
Telehealth, Employee Benefits, and EAPs
Gaining Expertise from the Full Healthcare Value Chain
HLC members have exceptional opportunities for peer-to-peer networking, engaging in thought-provoking discussions, and gaining new ideas and insights.
Shaping the Future of American Healthcare—Together
For over 35 years, HLC has brought together leaders from every corner of the healthcare ecosystem—including biopharmaceuticals, health IT, payers, providers, hospitals, medical device companies, academic health centers, and more. By convening this diverse range of expertise, HLC drives forward-looking solutions to make the healthcare system more innovative, efficient, and patient-centered.
"When healthcare speaks with one voice on critical issues, policymakers listen. HLC's members don't just witness the evolution of healthcare policy—they actively shape it."
Company Group Chairman Worldwide Government Affairs & Policy, Johnson & Johnson
"I've seen firsthand how HLC's unified voice carries weight in Washington. Their ability to convene leaders from across healthcare sectors and present cohesive, innovative solutions is unparalleled."
24th U.S. Secretary of HHS, Chairman, LifeScience Logistics
"HLC's value-add for leaders is the relationships we develop around the table. That network of cross-sector connections gives me a full view into emerging challenges and how they might affect our business goals."
SVP, US Oncology, Merck
"We turn to HLC for a more comprehensive understanding of how policy impacts our industry overall. Their advocacy and analysis provide a birds-eye view of how legislation affects the full range of healthcare stakeholders."
EVP and Chief Operating Officer, Baxter
"HLC is outstanding at sparking conversations across healthcare sectors. It’s the place where leading voices find common ground. Our HLC membership opens doors to relationships you can’t build anywhere else. These connections are invaluable."
President & CEO, Premier
Latest News & Updates
“This cannot be the finish line” – HLC Leader Applauds Bipartisan Funding Bill, Urges Action on Tax Credits
Healthcare Leadership Council (HLC) President and CEO Maria Ghazal released the following statement after passage of the continuing resolution:"We appreciate Congress and the Administration coming together on this bipartisan continuing resolution. I…
New Survey: Majority of American Seniors Satisfied with Their Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage
Overwhelming Majority State They Prefer Current Medicare Part D System Over Foreign Price-Setting Intervention A new nationwide survey by Morning Consult, conducted on behalf of the Medicare Today coalition, reveals that 93 percent of seniors 65 and…
HLC and Confidentiality Coalition Submit Joint Response to OSTP RFI on Regulatory Reform for Artificial Intelligence
Today, HLC submitted comments to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy in response to the Request for Information (RFI) on regulatory reform for Artificial Intelligence (AI). The letter highlights a patchwork of individual state po…
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