What's Being Discussed

Meeting minutes: The council will review and approve notes from their October 9, 2026 meeting.
Health planning updates: Staff will share progress from a Prior Authorization Working Group and the Hawaii Health Plan Steering Committee, plus priorities for the upcoming state legislative session.
KupunAloha program: The Executive Office on Aging will provide updates on this program serving older adults.
Long-Term Care Financing: Updates on planning and implementation of long-term care funding efforts.
AHEAD Model: A presenter from Milliman will explain the Achieving Healthcare Efficiency through Accountable Design program, including its progress and community benefits.
Rural Health programs: Three initiatives will be discussed — a medical education outreach program (HOME RUN), a Rural Health Information Network (RHIN), and a Rural Value-Based Innovation (RVBI) effort — covering budgets, planning, and schedules.
Council recruitment and charter: The group will discuss efforts to recruit new members and review a draft charter for the Kupuna Advisory Council.

Decisions Expected

A vote to approve the October 9 meeting minutes is anticipated.
The council may provide feedback or recommendations on the draft KAC charter and suggest topics for the next meeting in December.

Who Should Pay Attention

Older adults (kupuna) and their families, especially those relying on long-term care or aging services
Residents in rural communities interested in healthcare access improvements
Anyone affected by health insurance prior authorization policies
Community members interested in state health planning decisions

Public testimony is welcome on all agenda items. You may attend in person in Honolulu, join via Zoom, or submit written comments by email to shpda@doh.hawaii.gov at least 48 hours before the meeting.