> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.dataplex-consulting.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.dataplex-consulting.com/data-catalog/cms-data-feeds-dataset/cms-data-feeds-catalog/innovation-center-webinars-and-forums.md). # Innovation Center Webinars and Forums Part of the [CMS Data Feeds Dataset](/data-catalog/cms-data-feeds-dataset/cms-data-feeds-catalog.md) › Medicare Dataplex delivers this CMS feed as the analysis-ready table `DWV.INNOVATION_CENTER_WEBINARS_AND_FORUMS` on Snowflake and Databricks — coverage from 2023 to 2024 in a single aligned schema, refreshed automatically whenever CMS publishes a new file. Every row carries lineage back to the exact CMS source file that produced it. ## Key facts | | | | ------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------ | | **Snowflake** | `DWV.INNOVATION_CENTER_WEBINARS_AND_FORUMS` | | **Databricks** | `cms_dwv.innovation_center_webinars_and_forums` | | **Coverage** | Aug 2023 – Jun 2024 | | **Rows** | 2,256 (total across all reporting periods) | | **Cadence** | Monthly | | **Update pattern** | Time-partitioned — each file adds one reporting period | | **CMS published** | 2024-06-21 | | **Loaded** | 2024-06-21 | | **Columns** | 13 data + 6 lineage | | **File versions** | 8 | | **License** | CMS public data — U.S. Government work | | **Platforms** | Snowflake Marketplace · Databricks Delta Sharing | Included in the CMS Data Feeds Dataset — [start a free trial on Snowflake Marketplace](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z125KDH/dataplex-consulting-data-products-cms-data-feeds-dataset). {% hint style="info" %} **Last CMS publication 2024-06-21** — awaiting the next release. New files load automatically when CMS publishes. {% endhint %} {% hint style="info" %} **Time-partitioned feed** — each file version covers one reporting period, so history is additive. Query the full table for all periods; filter on the reporting period columns for a single period. Do **not** filter to the latest file only — that would return just the 2024 reporting period. {% endhint %} ## Sample queries {% tabs %} {% tab title="Snowflake" %} ```sql -- Each file version covers one reporting period (2023, 2024) — history is additive SELECT * FROM DWV.INNOVATION_CENTER_WEBINARS_AND_FORUMS LIMIT 100; ``` {% endtab %} {% tab title="Databricks" %} ```sql -- Each file version covers one reporting period (2023, 2024) — history is additive SELECT * FROM cms_dwv.innovation_center_webinars_and_forums LIMIT 100; ``` {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} ## About this feed > The Innovation Center Webinars and Forums dataset contains listings of a variety of events from CMS Innovation Center models, demonstrations, initiatives and programs. The types of events include webinars, open door forums, office hours and conference calls among others. These events provide opportunities to learn about current activity, upcoming proceedings and to ask questions and offer feedback. > > — *Source: CMS feed metadata* **Keywords:** Medicare, Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Prescription Drug, Children's Health Insurance Program, Value-Based Care, Payment Models **Theme:** Medicare ## Coverage timeline 2023 🟩 · 2024 🟩 2 of 2 years covered — no gaps. ## Release history | Reporting period | CMS published | Loaded | Latest file | | ----------------------- | ------------- | ---------- | ----------- | | 2024-06-01 – 2024-06-30 | 2024-06-21 | 2024-06-21 | ✓ | | 2024-03-01 – 2024-03-31 | 2024-03-11 | 2024-03-11 | | | 2024-02-01 – 2024-02-29 | 2024-02-02 | 2024-02-02 | | | 2024-01-01 – 2024-01-31 | 2024-01-04 | 2024-01-04 | | | 2023-12-01 – 2023-12-31 | 2023-12-01 | 2023-12-01 | | | 2023-10-01 – 2023-10-31 | 2023-10-18 | 2023-10-18 | | | 2023-09-01 – 2023-09-30 | 2023-09-12 | 2023-09-13 | | | 2023-08-01 – 2023-08-31 | 2023-08-02 | 2023-08-29 | | ## Data dictionary
📋 13 data columns + 6 lineage columns Column-level definitions are maintained by CMS in the official [Innovation Center Webinars and Forums data dictionary](https://data.cms.gov/resources/webinars-and-forums-data-dictionary). **Data columns** | Column | Type | | ---------------- | -------------- | | `TITLE` | TEXT | | `URL` | TEXT | | `DESCRIPTION` | TEXT | | `START_DATE` | TIMESTAMP\_NTZ | | `END_DATE` | TIMESTAMP\_NTZ | | `TIME_ZONE` | TEXT | | `RELATED_ITEM_1` | TEXT | | `RELATED_ITEM_2` | TEXT | | `RELATED_ITEM_3` | TEXT | | `RELATED_ITEM_4` | TEXT | | `RELATED_ITEM_5` | TEXT | | `UPCOMING` | BOOLEAN | | `UNIQUE_ID` | NUMBER | **Lineage columns** (present on every feed table) | Column | Type | Description | | -------------- | -------------- | -------------------------------------------- | | `ROW_ID` | TEXT | Unique row ID for this table (PK) | | `FILE_ID` | TEXT | Source file — joins to `FEEDS_FILES.ID` (FK) | | `FILE_FEED_ID` | TEXT | Parent feed — joins to `FEEDS.ID` (FK) | | `FILE_NAME` | TEXT | Source file name as published by CMS | | `ROWNUM` | NUMBER | Row number within the source file | | `CREATED_AT` | TIMESTAMP\_NTZ | Timestamp when the record was loaded |
## Row-level lineage Every row in this table traces to the exact CMS source file that produced it. The `FILE_ID` column joins to the `FEEDS_FILES` catalog table, and `FILE_FEED_ID` joins to the `FEEDS` master table: ```mermaid erDiagram FEEDS ||--o{ FEEDS_FILES : "ID = FEED_ID" FEEDS ||--o{ INNOVATION_CENTER_WEBINARS_AND_FORUMS : "ID = FILE_FEED_ID" FEEDS_FILES ||--o{ INNOVATION_CENTER_WEBINARS_AND_FORUMS : "ID = FILE_ID" FEEDS { text ID PK text TITLE text VIEW_NAME text ACCURAL_PERIODICITY } FEEDS_FILES { text ID PK text FEED_ID FK date TEMPORAL_START date TEMPORAL_END date CMS_FEED_MODIFIED number IS_LATEST } INNOVATION_CENTER_WEBINARS_AND_FORUMS { text ROW_ID PK text FILE_ID FK text FILE_FEED_ID FK text TITLE text URL text DESCRIPTION timestamp_ntz START_DATE number remaining_9_data_columns } ``` Trace any row back to its source file and reporting period: ```sql SELECT d.TITLE, d.URL, d.DESCRIPTION, ff.TEMPORAL_START, ff.TEMPORAL_END, ff.CMS_FEED_MODIFIED FROM DWV.INNOVATION_CENTER_WEBINARS_AND_FORUMS d JOIN DWV.FEEDS_FILES ff ON d.FILE_ID = ff.ID; ``` ## Source & provenance Published by the **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services** (bureau 009:38). * [Official CMS data dictionary](https://data.cms.gov/resources/webinars-and-forums-data-dictionary) * [Webinars and Forums Methodology](https://data.cms.gov/resources/webinars-and-forums-methodology) ## Frequently asked questions ### How often is Innovation Center Webinars and Forums updated? Monthly. CMS last published this feed on 2024-06-21, and Dataplex loaded it to the warehouse the same day. New releases are added automatically when CMS publishes them. ### What years does Innovation Center Webinars and Forums cover? 2023 through 2024. ### How many records are in Innovation Center Webinars and Forums? 2,256 rows across all eight reporting periods. Because this feed is time-partitioned, the full table total is the meaningful count — no deduplication needed. ### How do I get Innovation Center Webinars and Forums data? It's included in the CMS Data Feeds Dataset on the [Snowflake Marketplace](https://app.snowflake.com/marketplace/listing/GZT1Z125KDH/dataplex-consulting-data-products-cms-data-feeds-dataset) (free trial available) and via [Databricks Delta Sharing](https://checkout.dataplex-consulting.com/b/3cIdR2e1J59Sh2w7pWbQY00). Once mounted, query `DWV.INNOVATION_CENTER_WEBINARS_AND_FORUMS` directly — no pipeline setup required. ## Related feeds {% content-ref url="/pages/Nf5gN0itrgrXqYfvohmR" %} [Innovation Center Model Participants](/data-catalog/cms-data-feeds-dataset/cms-data-feeds-catalog/innovation-center-model-participants.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/CbOKKeFks6w0NlylzBbT" %} [Innovation Center Milestones and Updates](/data-catalog/cms-data-feeds-dataset/cms-data-feeds-catalog/innovation-center-milestones-and-updates.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/sdZk2Gw0oJ6A8mDbwr6q" %} [Innovation Center Data and Reports](/data-catalog/cms-data-feeds-dataset/cms-data-feeds-catalog/innovation-center-data-and-reports.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/MB2YXYyCQwmmLcjhEoSH" %} [Innovation Center Model Summary Information](/data-catalog/cms-data-feeds-dataset/cms-data-feeds-catalog/innovation-center-model-summary-information.md) {% endcontent-ref %} {% content-ref url="/pages/EsIq77VadcnWhqPWDnOi" %} [Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program](/data-catalog/cms-data-feeds-dataset/cms-data-feeds-catalog/medicare-diabetes-prevention-program.md) {% endcontent-ref %} ## Get this feed 1. 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