ANNUAL CONTINUING EDUCATION
Continuing Education is perfect for a (1) designated Administrator or Alternate who must comply with TAC §558.260, and (2) a prior administrator or alternate not currently designated but maintaining compliance with TAC §558.260, and (3) anyone who wants to improve their knowledge on a broad range of topics specific to TX HCSSAs.
Continuing Education programs are added throughout the year soon after TAHC&H conferences/events conclude. All programs are à la carte, that is, you have the flexibility to browse and order programs that suit your specific needs and are applicable to your role and responsibility.
Survey Preparedness Workshop for Hospice Providers | A 5 Program Package
[PKG6997] Survey Preparedness Workshop for Hospice Providers | A 5 Program Package
This was created specifically for Hospice providers - delivering key components for survey success!
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Spring Virtual Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 11, 2023
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
5.5 Clock Hr(s) (Total of all 5 programs)
Continuing Education for Nurses
5.5 Contact Hr(s) (Total of all 5 programs)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses
Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151
Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation.
Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.”
Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use
their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence
of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the
education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
There are five (5) Programs included in this Package:
[3766] HOS| HOS Can Your Hospice Documentation Survive a Medical Review Audit?
Program Description: With an increase in TPE, UPIC and SMRC audits agencies need to ensure each chart can stand alone when audited.
We know the #1 reason hospice agencies fail audits, have claims denied and have to pay money back is when the terminal diagnosis is not substantiated at admission and throughout
the benefit period. Jennifer Prescott RN, MSN, CDP
Founder/COO of Blue Water Homecare and Hospice, outlines the keys to success for hospice documentation for each discipline to support clinical eligibility based on LCD’s
(Local Coverage Determination) and Medicare Conditions of Participation. It is a fun and fast paced session sharing tips and tricks for improving overall documentation,
plans of care, and IDG documentation. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3767] HOS | HOS QAPI - Make A Compliance Program Prepare You for Surveys
Program Description: Providers should strive to establish a culture of compliance to consistently be ready for a survey at any moment.
An effective compliance program can maintain an agency's survey readiness. They drive a provider to establish a culture of proactive adherence to regulations, promote prevention,
detection and resolution of conduct that does not conform to program requirements AND meet survey standards at all times. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3768] HOS | HOS Infection Control
Program Description: This program presents the current regulatory requirements for infection control for hospice agencies, including practical implementation of the regulations within your
agency. With the cessation of the COVID-19 PHE and the increased oversight on hospice agency operations, agencies must ensure their compliance with all regulations, and
guidelines – including the recently updated State operations manual surveyor guidance. The session offers tips and tools for you to use as you tackle the ongoing challenge of
educating staff, patients and caregivers about this ever-important requirement. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3769] HOS | HOS Hospice Emergency Preparedness
Program Description: An Emergency Preparedness program that includes all required elements will result in a survey free of E-tags and an agency
prepared to deal with all possible hazards! This session outlines the required components, steps and timelines needed to ensure agencies are survey ready related to the Emergency Preparedness Conditions of Participation.
It also addresses all required components of a compliant Hospice Emergency Preparedness Program that meets regulatory guidelines and includes all required elements to be an effective Emergency Preparedness Program. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3770] HOS | HOS What to expect with Hospice Surveys & New Hospice Guidelines
Program Description: CMS has updated the surveyor protocols and trainings for hospice under direct pressure from the OIG. These surveys are intended on insuring all hospices are providing the
quality of care that we all want in our industry- but it still may increase the difficulty we find with the survey process to ensure full compliance. These rules are being
applied whether you are surveyed by your state, or by an accrediting organization such as Joint Commission, CHAP or ACHC. This session reviews the changes, but even more
importantly provides insights on how to best prepare for these new interview questions, home visit observations and high risk record review areas. Bonus: Tools will be
provided for your own preparation and success! [View more details for this program HERE]
[PKG6997] Survey Preparedness Workshop for Hospice Providers | A 5 Program Package
- Speaker
- Varies by Program
- Model
- PKG6997
$165.00
Survey Preparedness Workshop for L&C Providers | A 5 Program Package
[PKG6993] Survey Preparedness Workshop for Licensed & Certified Providers | A 5 Program Package
This was created specifically for L&C providers - delivering key components for survey success!
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Spring Virtual Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 10, 2023
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
5.5 Clock Hr(s) (Total of all 5 programs)
Continuing Education for Nurses
5.5 Contact Hr(s) (Total of all 5 programs)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses
Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151
Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation.
Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.”
Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use
their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence
of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the
education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
There are five (5) Programs included in this Package:
[3756] L&C | Home Health Top Survey Deficiencies: Be Proactive and Not Reactive
Program Description: In this session the presenter discusses the top CMS survey deficiencies, some examples of what surveyors have found, and what you can
do to be proactive in avoiding them! Medications and coordination of care are among the two most consistent deficiencies found with agencies...and learn what YOU can do on an ongoing basis to avoid these deficiencies.
[View more details for this program HERE]
[3757] L&C | Home Health QAPI
Program Description: An Effective Home Health Quality Program is a key component to a well-run organization! This session will focus on understanding
the home health QAPI CoP and knowing the rules for the condition. It will detail the steps for building a successful QAPI program as well as developing action plans to ensure
your agency’s QAPI program is effective. You will learn how utilizing your home health QAPI program to the fullest will improve your agency's compliance and performance. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3758] L&C | Home Health Infection Control
Program Description: This session reviews all required infection control rules and regulations for a successful licensed and certified agency survey.
Home Health Infection control programs require monitoring, control, surveillance, prevention and education. Noted speaker, Lynn Smith with SimiTree, will help answer these questions: What does a surveyor focus on? What areas
does the surveyor look at regarding infection control? (home visits, policies/procedures, education) What changes are anticipated with the end of PHE ? [View more details for this program HERE]
[3759] L&C | Home Health Emergency Preparedness
Program Description: An Emergency Preparedness program that includes all required elements will result in a survey free of E-tags and an agency prepared to deal with all possible hazards! This
session outlines the required components, steps and timelines needed to ensure agencies are survey ready related to the Emergency Preparedness Conditions of Participation. This
session will address all required components of a compliant Home Health Emergency Preparedness Program that meets regulatory guidelines and all elements needed to have an
effective Emergency Preparedness Program. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3760] L&C | Home Health Plan of Care Deficiencies and Documentation Tips
Program Description: The patient plan of care (POC) is a hotbed of opportunity for surveyors to find deficiencies. As the foundation of every patient’s care, the POC contains orders, medications,
identifiers, frequencies, interventions, goals, certification statement…you get the picture…there are a LOT of areas for error! In this session, we will look at the most common
deficiencies cited and learn ways to avoid them. You will learn tips and helpful items to have in your POCs to save time and avoid those dreaded G-tags! In addition, we will
review examples of documentation statements and narratives that can be customized for your patients. [View more details for this program HERE]
[PKG6993] Survey Preparedness Workshop for Licensed & Certified Providers | A 5 Program Package
- Speaker
- Varies by Program
- Model
- PKG6993
$165.00
Survey Preparedness Workshop for LicHH Providers | A 5 Program Package
[PKG6996] Survey Preparedness Workshop for Licensed Home Health Providers | A 5 Program Package
This was created specifically for Licensed HH providers - delivering key components for survey success!
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Spring Virtual Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 10, 2023
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
5.5 Clock Hr(s) (Total of all 5 programs)
Continuing Education for Nurses
5.5 Contact Hr(s) (Total of all 5 programs)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses
Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151
Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation.
Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.”
Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use
their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence
of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the
education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
There are five (5) Programs included in this Package:
[3761] LicHH | LicHH Mitigating Non-Compliance: What to Expect During an LHH Survey or Investigation
Program Description: Home health and its regulation in Texas is a changing landscape and the recently published common state violations for state fiscal year 2022 reflect the challenges faced by
agencies. This session will highlight the frequently cited areas of noncompliance for licensed home health agencies in Texas. In a review of the frequent citations, the presenter
will list possible mitigation strategies, required documentation, and pressure points for self-assessment. This training will help the agency administrator prepare for
surveys and investigations by strengthening the understanding of State licensing standards and expectations.
[View more details for this program HERE]
[3762] LicHH | LicHH Infection Control: Regulations and Best Practices
Program Description: This session will explore the common deficiencies related to infection control in the state of Texas, review the state regulations and offer best practices to ensure a
clean deficiency-free survey related to infection control. Also considered is guidance from OSHA in meeting all standard requirements, concluding with practices
for tracking and infection resolution. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3763] LicHH | LicHH Emergency Preparedness – Every LHHS Should Have a Plan
Program Description: As a home health provider, planning is important because you have to make sure your agency and its staff members have the supplies needed to safely care for your patients in
times of emergency. When planning for contingencies, home health care providers must consider a variety of hazards and events that could impact their patients. Hurricanes,
floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, wildfires, radiation releases, chemical exposures, seasonal and pandemic influenza, and acts of terrorism are just a few examples. There
are 5 phases of emergency preparedness that must be in place and ready for implementation. Learn the simple measures that home health care provider can implement
to increase the personal readiness of their patients and themselves. Become familiar with existing emergency response plans, processes, and procedures in both the
workplace and community. Once you are armed with the necessary resources, help your patients, their family members, and other caregivers to be prepared, assemble a kit, make a
plan and be informed. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3764] LicHH | LicHH QAPI - Make A Compliance Program Prepare You for Surveys
Program Description: Providers should strive to establish a culture of compliance to consistently be ready for a survey at any moment. An effective
compliance program can maintain an agency's survey readiness. They drive a provider to establish a culture of proactive adherence to regulations, promote prevention, detection and resolution of conduct that does not conform to
program requirements AND meet survey standards at all times. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3765] LicHH | LicHH Dispelling Urban Legends of Compliant Home Health Plans of Care and Documentation
Program Description: Home health and its regulation in Texas is a changing landscape and the recently published common state violations for state fiscal year 2022 reflect the challenges faced by
agencies. This session will highlight the frequently cited areas of noncompliance for licensed home health agencies in Texas. In a review of the frequent citations, the presenter
will list possible mitigation strategies, required documentation, and pressure points for self-assessment. Attending this training will help the agency administrator prepare for
surveys and investigations by strengthening the understanding of State licensing standards and expectations. [View more details for this program HERE]
[PKG6996] Survey Preparedness Workshop for Licensed Home Health Providers | A 5 Program Package
- Speaker
- Varies by Program
- Model
- PKG6996
$165.00
Survey Preparedness Workshop for PAS Providers | A 5 Program Package
[PKG6986] Survey Preparedness Workshop for PAS Providers | A 5 Program Package
This was created specifically for PAS providers - delivering key components for survey success!
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Spring Virtual Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 11, 2023
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
5.5 Clock Hr(s) (Total of all 5 programs)
Continuing Education for Nurses
5.5 Contact Hr(s) (Total of all 5 programs)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses
Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151
Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation.
Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.”
Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use
their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence
of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the
education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
There are five (5) Programs included in this Package:
[3751] PAS | Preventing Common Citations: What to Expect During a PAS Survey or Investigation
Program Description: Providing personal assistance services is challenging, but especially so in a post-public health emergency environment. This session highlights
the areas of noncompliance that were frequently cited for personal assistance services (PAS) agencies in Texas during state fiscal year 2022. The presenter provides tips to prevent citations, documentation requirements,
and discuss ways to self-assess performance. This training will help the agency administrator prepare for surveys and investigations by strengthening the understanding of State licensing standards and expectations.
[View more details for this program HERE]
[3752] PAS | QAPI for PAS Agencies
Program Description: Texas has long mandated Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities for all HCSSAs.
This focus has become sharper during the public health emergency and increased survey deficiencies have been cited in this area. This presentation will help the agency
conduct QAPI activities in ways that are efficient and that result in confident, successful surveys. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3753] PAS | Emergency Preparedness: Every PAS Provider Should Have a Plan
Program Description: As a home care provider, planning is important because you have to make sure your agency and its staff members
have the supplies needed to safely care for your clients in times of emergency. When planning for contingencies, home care providers must consider a variety of hazards and events
that could impact their patients. Hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, wildfires, radiation releases, chemical exposures, seasonal and pandemic influenza, and acts
of terrorism are just a few examples. There are 5 phases of emergency preparedness that must be in place. In this presentation you learn the simple measures that home care providers
can implement to increase the personal readiness of their clients and themselves. Additionally, you become familiar with existing emergency response plans, processes, and procedures
in both the workplace and community. Once you are armed with the necessary resources, help your clients, their family members, and other caregivers to be prepared, assemble a kit,
make a plan and be informed. [View more details for this program HERE]
[3754] PAS | PAS Reporting Requirements
Program Description: When operating a PAS home care agency, it can be daunting to figure out which
rules apply to your agency, how to modify certain home health statutes that do apply, and to make sense of them for your non-medical business model.
This presentation discusses why it is important to capture information about your clients and staff through documentation, and what reporting can and should look like for PAS.
[View more details for this program HERE]
[3755] PAS | Preparing Your PAS Personnel Files for a Successful Survey
Program Description: Do you find that you are often asking yourself if a document belongs in your employee’s HR file?
Does it belong in the confidential file? Does it need a separate file? How long are you supposed to keep the files?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you do not want to miss noted speaker, Valerie Cornett, as she prepares you for a successful survey related to your personnel files.
This presentation will guide you through the required documents, annual education requirements and evidence needed to assure you are survey ready
and compliant with regulations and Texas Administrative Code, OSHA and much more! [View more details for this program HERE]
[PKG6986] Survey Preparedness Workshop for PAS Providers | A 5 Program Package
- Speaker
- Varies by Program
- Model
- PKG6986
$165.00
