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.
Are you Ready to Thrive in 2025? An Overview of the HH Final Rule
[3915] Are you Ready to Thrive in 2025? An Overview of the HH Final Rule
Significant information and updates for providers.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
This program covers information and updates on the Home Health Medicare Benefit as outlined in the FY 2025 Final Rule, Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) Rate Update,
eServices’ Newest Self-Service Tools and Updates, home health billing errors and how to avoid them, Social Determinants of Health, and complying with provider enrollment requirements.
Providers will learn how these changes will impact their Medi-care operations and billing practices.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7] financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Charles Canaan, RN, Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA and Michael Bibbins, Senior Provider Relations Representative, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA
About the Presenter(s): Charles Camaan
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 and a Master of Public Health Degree in Health Promotion
and Education from the University of South Carolina and a Coding for Health Care Professionals Certificate from Trident technical College. He currently provides education
and consultation to Medicare providers with learning needs.
About the Presenter(s): Michael Bibbins
Mike has over 10 years of experience in health insurance. Mike joined the Provider Outreach and Education team after spending three-years in the
Palmetto GBA Provider Contact Center (PCC). His education includes a Bachelor of Science from the University of South Carolina and a Masters in Strategic
Communication from the University of Delaware. Mike currently serves as a Senior Provider Relations Representative for the Review Choice Demonstration (RCD).
In this position, Mike conducts RCD workshops, education exhibits and web-based training for providers regarding coverage and billing guidelines for RCD.
[3915] Are you Ready to Thrive in 2025? An Overview of the HH Final Rule
- Speaker
- Canaan, Charles [Palmetto]
- Model
- 3915
$37.50
Bridging the Communication Gap | Equipping Families & Providers with Health Literacy Tools
[3934] Bridging the Communication Gap | Equipping Families & Providers with Health Literacy Tools
Identify health literacy barriers and
implement evidence-based health literacy strategies.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 13, 2025
Program Description:
Health literacy is the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process and understand basic health information needed
to make appropriate health decisions.” (SaferCareTexas.org) Individuals display varying degrees of health literacy. Socio-economic factors, generational trauma,
culture, and language differences may create barriers to health literacy, thereby impacting families’ healthcare decisions and contributing to community-wide
health disparities. Our role as healthcare providers is to help bridge the gap and provide families with health literacy tools so they can make informed
decisions about their child’s healthcare. This program helps healthcare professionals and healthcare consumers identify health literacy barriers and
implement evidence-based health literacy strategies to better equip communication practices and effectively inform and empower patients and families to make appropriate healthcare decisions.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.13.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Amy Bihl, LMSW and Gina Suick, LMSW, Knowledge Is Now
About the Presenter(s): Amy Bihl
Amy Bihl, LMSW, is a Licensed Master Social Worker who has worked in the field of social work for a little over twenty years,
including adult and pediatric healthcare, non-profit management, and international adoptions. She has been a Social Work Case
Manager with Therapy 2000/Green Apple Therapy, a Texas pediatric home health company, for the past fourteen years, six years of
which she was also a certified Case Management Provider for Children and Pregnant Women with the Department of Texas Health and Human Services.
About the Presenter(s): Gina Suick
Gina Suick is a Licensed Master Social Worker who graduated from UTA in 2001. Her initial focus was working with victims of
family violence both in a shelter setting and in the criminal justice field. It was after that experience she began her career
as a medical social worker. She has worked in a hospital setting as a pediatric neurology social worker and now in pediatric
home health. She has been part of the Therapy 2000 family since 2010. She covers the East Texas, Houston and Austin divisions.
[3934] Bridging the Communication Gap | Equipping Families & Providers with Health Literacy Tools
- Speaker
- Bihl, Amy | Suick, Gina
- Model
- 3934
$37.50
Build a Skilled HHA with a High-Performing Sales & Operations Team
[3927] Accelerating Growth | Strategies to Build a Skilled HHA with a High-Performing Sales & Operations Team
Guidance to enable consistent growth, operational efficiency, and a strong reputation in the market.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
To grow a skilled home health agency, focus on building a strong referral network by cultivating relationships with hospitals, physicians,
and community organizations while leveraging digital marketing to expand visibility. Recruit a high-performing sales team with expertise in
healthcare and strong interpersonal skills to drive referrals and build long-term partnerships. Complement this with an operations team
experienced in home health regulations, equipped with problem-solving skills, and adept at using technology to streamline processes and
ensure high-quality care delivery. Together, these teams will enable consistent growth, operational efficiency, and a strong reputation in the market.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Katrina Garner, VP Strategic Partnerships, AccentCare Home Health
About the Presenter(s): Katrina Garner
Katrina Garner serves as the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at AccentCare Home Health.
She brings a wealth of experience in account growth, operational and clinical strategy development, and
fostering alignment with hospitals, physicians, and ACO partnerships. Garner's 11-year career with
AccentCare Home Health began as an Account Executive and progressed through roles as Regional Sales
Manager and Vice President of Sales, showcasing her skills in building collaborative teams and driving
market expansion. With a focus on creating innovative partnerships, she is dedicated to enhancing patient
care and delivering impactful solutions that align with the evolving needs of the healthcare sector. Garner
excels at finding platforms that cater to the specific needs of referral sources and hospital systems.
Residing in Groesbeck, Texas, she has a 17-year-old son pursuing a future in Biochemical Engineering and
passionate about FFA. Their family includes cows, lambs, dogs, and a bearded dragon.
[3927] Accelerating Growth | Strategies to Build a Skilled HHA with a High-Performing Sales & Operations Team
- Speaker
- Garner, Katrina
- Model
- 3927
$30.00
Building a Safe Work Environment | Violence Prevention & De-Escalation Techniques
[3929] Building a Safe Work Environment | Violence Prevention & De-Escalation Techniques
Texas Health and Safety Code,
Chapter 331 has been updated and enforcement of the code began September 1, 2024 to address significant increase in workplace violence. This program provides an in-depth understanding.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
The US Bureau of Labor shows 61% of home care workers experienced some form of workplace violence, yet 63% did not receive adequate
training or resources to cope with the emotional & psychological aspects. To address these startling numbers, the Texas Health and Safety Code,
Chapter 331 has been updated and enforcement of the code began September 1, 2024. This program provides an in-depth understanding of workplace
safety and de-escalation techniques, essential for creating a safe and secure work environment.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[c][2]information on the state and federal laws applicable to an agency
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Valerie Cornett, MS, Chief of Strategy and Innovation, MAC Legacy and Brenda Beggs, BSN, RN, Chief Clinical Officer, MAC Legacy
About the Presenter(s): Valerie Cornett
Valerie Cornett, MS is the Chief of Strategy and Innovation for MAC Legacy. She has served in many home care and hospice roles including, education,
operations and finance and compliance. Over the last 29 years, Valerie has developed a well-rounded understanding of the home health
and hospice industry first as a provider and then as an industry consultant. Her diverse resume provides her with a unique insight and
ability to communicate with clinicians, operators, and finance professionals. Valerie is a strong behind-the-scenes problem solver.
Her passion is realizing a vision and seeing it through to completion.
About the Presenter(s): Brenda Beggs
With over three decades of experience in the healthcare industry, Brenda has cultivated a career marked by progressive leadership, steadfast
commitment to compliance, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Over the years, Brenda taken on many roles with increasing responsibility
including operational management and clinical oversight of a large provider. Her current role is that of Chief Clinical Officer for MAC Legacy
she is able to continue her commitment to excellence and opportunities to share insights and expertise with consulting clients.
[3929] Building a Safe Work Environment | Violence Prevention & De-Escalation Techniques
- Speaker
- Cornett, Valerie | Beggs, Brenda
- Model
- 3929
$37.50
Collaboration in Pediatric Home Care | Parents, Nurses & Therapists
[3924] Collaboration in Pediatric Home Care | Parents, Nurses & Therapists
Presents and discuss barriers to optimal collaboration, and strategies for overcoming those barriers.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
Children with complex needs are supported by professionals within a robust medical neighborhood.
Collaboration between parents, home-based nurses and therapists (SLP, OT, PT) is especially important.
This program presents and discuss some of the barriers to optimal collaboration, as well as strategies for overcoming those barriers to
enhance mutual understanding of goals, roles, responsibilities and priorities. Through this mutual understanding, a comprehensive
plan of care can be integrated into a child’s daily routines, meeting the child’s physical, medical, social and emotional needs.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.0 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Jennifer Lawson, OTR, MS, Director of Operations, Knowledge is Now
About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Lawson
Jennifer has been an Occupational Therapist since 1996, and has focused on pediatric practice since 1999.
Since 2008, Jennifer has worked for THERAPY 2000, a growing pediatric home health therapy company.
As the Occupational Therapy Program Director for the company, she guides the quality of services provided
through activities such as teaching, training, mentoring, and resource development. As of January 2024,
Jennifer is also the Director of Operations for Knowledge Is Now, a continuing education and consulting organization.
Knowledge Is Now aims to elevate the quality of service for children and families, as well as the experience of professionals,
through sharing of best practices in a variety of areas from the specifics of evidence-based clinical skills to
leadership and management, and everything in between.
[3924] Collaboration in Pediatric Home Care | Parents, Nurses & Therapists
- Speaker
- Lawson, Jennifer
- Model
- 3924
$30.00
Contract Monitoring for Primary Home Care, Community Attendant Services, & Family Care
[3925] Contract Monitoring for Primary Home Care, Community Attendant Services, & Family Care
Know the expectations for contract monitoring and the requirements that may be reviewed.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 13, 2025
Program Description:
As a licensed Home and Community Support Services Agency (HCSSA) administrator or owner with contracts for
Primary Home Care (PHC), Community Attendant Services (CAS), and Family Care (FC), if you receive a letter announcing
contract and fiscal compliance monitoring next week, are you prepared to respond? It is vitally important that an
agency administrator knows the expectations for contract monitoring and the requirements that may be reviewed during a
visit onsite or by desk review. This program provides an overview of contract monitoring for PHC, CAS, and FC
contracts. Rosalind also discusses enhanced contract monitoring and agency preparation activities to mitigate
contract actions by conducting routine self-compliance review.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin, RJNG Health Care Consulting, LLC
About the Presenter(s): Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin
Rosalind has been a public speaker and facilitator for home care and hospice since 2000. In August 2022, Rosalind retired from a 33-year career in state government ending at
Texas Health and Human Services, where she was a senior policy specialist for regulation of long-term care including hospice, home health, and personal care,
supportive palliative care, assisted living, and day activity and health services industries. As a health care consultant, Rosalind is passionate about
assisting entity leaders to understand and overcome compliance challenges while advocating for quality of life and quality of care for clients, residents,
and patients. She continues to analyze state and federal legislation for impact to providers and consumers, review state regulations, develop and deliver
continuing education and training to providers, and provide guidance to industry leaders through state and federal survey preparation activities, such as
mock surveys and leadership mentoring. Rosalind is a subject matter expert for federal/nationwide standards and possesses a keen understanding of
accreditation for home health and hospice care. Rosalind is well-versed in the regulations for the settings where home care is delivered,
including nursing/skilled nursing, assisted living, intermediate care for individuals with developmental disabilities, and independent
living settings. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Texas ~ New Mexico Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
She is an avid gamer, loves comics and reading, and resides in Austin with her husband, son, and cats.
[3925] Contract Monitoring for Primary Home Care, Community Attendant Services, & Family Care
- Speaker
- Nelson-Gamblin, Rosalind
- Model
- 3925
$30.00
HHQRP and the CoP Updates from the Final Rule
[3920] HHQRP and the CoP Updates from the Final Rule
Covers the required elements of new patient “Acceptance-to-Service” policy and what your
surveyor will be looking for.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 13, 2025
Program Description:
The 2025 Final Rule included several elements related to patient safety and transparency. One such safety related change is a new Condition of Participation which
entails the development and implementation of a patient “Acceptance-to-Service” policy. This program covers the required elements of this new standard and what your
surveyor will be looking for. Additionally, an overview of the 2025 Home Health Quality Reporting Program measures will be discussed so that you are prepared for
success as your agency’s data is exposed to CMS, your competitors, and the public this year and beyond.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7] financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.13.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Jennifer Osburn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, Clinical Consultant, Healthcare Provider Solutions Inc.
About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Osburn
Jennifer Osburn is a Clinical Consultant with Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc. (HPS). With over 30 years of home health experience, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise which
includes education and training, agency management, quality, clinical case management, and software technology. She is also a credentialed OASIS and ICD-10 Coding expert. Jennifer began her home health
career in a large privately owned agency after transitioning from Medical-Surgical Urology hospital nursing; however, she has worked for all types of agencies in multiple states.
Her love for sharing knowledge and experience led her to clinical consulting, where she enjoys translating technical guidance into information that the busy home health professional can
deploy to improve the efficiency and quality of care being delivered to the patients they serve. Jennifer Osburn has led numerous home health educational seminars for state and national
associations as well as specifically designed education training plans for agencies for the past 12 years. In addition to consulting across the US, she has trained staff for
The Joint Commission and ACHC, has authored numerous industry blogs and articles, and has assisted home health software companies with solutions that ensure compliance with
Medicare guidelines. Her areas of expertise and firsthand experience include OASIS, ICD-10-CM Coding, Case Management, Medicare Home Health Conditions of Participation,
Billing Requirements, Documentation Compliance for Quality and Payment, Emergency Preparedness, Agency Operations, and PDGM.
[3920] HHQRP and the CoP Updates from the Final Rule
- Speaker
- Osburn, Jennifer
- Model
- 3920
$37.50
HIPAA Security Rule Updates | More Fun Than a Data Breach
[3932] HIPAA Security Rule Updates | More Fun Than a Data Breach
Describes the proposed new requirements and offer suggestions for compliance.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 13, 2025
Program Description:
The federal government published new proposed HIPAA Security rules on January 6, 2025, that will impose much stricter security requirements if finalized.
This program describes the proposed new requirements and offer suggestions for compliance. Also covered are other
developments relating to HIPAA, including the status of reproductive healthcare privacy rights and how you must update your Notice of Privacy Practices.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[c][2]information on the state and federal laws applicable to an agency
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.5 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Heidi Kocher Esq., J.D., M.B.A., C.H.C. Liles Parker PLLC
About the Presenter(s): Heidi Kocher
Ms. Kocher is a partner with Liles Parker and has over 20 years of experience in health care legal and compliance-related issues,
representing all kinds of health care providers of all size. Her experience includes serving as a chief privacy officer and interim
chief compliance officer at a medical device manufacturer. She also served as an outside compliance expert to a hospital and a
clinical laboratory that were under Corporate Integrity Agreements. She has significant reimbursement experience, responding to
and defending audits, addressing coverage policy issues, challenging denials, recoupments, and loss of billing privileges,
obtaining HCPCS codes, and other reimbursement related issues. Her experience also includes implementing Corporate Integrity
Agreements, guiding clients through voluntary self-disclosures and seeking advisory opinions from the OIG. In acknowledgement
of her expertise, Ms. Kocher has served as a lecturer in the Biomedical Engineering department at the University of Texas at Dallas.
Ms. Kocher is licensed in Texas and Maryland and Certified in Healthcare Compliance.
[3932] HIPAA Security Rule Updates | More Fun Than a Data Breach
- Speaker
- Kocher, Heidi
- Model
- 3932
$45.00
Leaning into Innovative Leadership!
[3930] Leaning into Innovative Leadership!
Presents and discusses how integrating machine learned data benefits leadership.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
Growth in demand, constricting workforce and added regulatory, payor and public scrutiny consume the time, focus and energy of leadership teams,
as advances in machine learning and AI are shifting how we all approach the work at hand. Innovative clinical models can yield leadership time
and sharpened focus, perfect for leaning into functional leadership approach. This program presents and discusses how integrating machine learned data
into long-standing theory can yield advocacy across all stakeholders, supporting growth, mission, and culture.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.0 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Cindy Campbell, MHA, BSN, RN, CCS-HH, Senior Director Advisory Services, WellSky and Yancey McManus (Bond), Sr. Director, Solutions Management, WellSky
About the Presenter(s): Cindy Campbell
Cindy Campbell is a nationally recognized thought-leader and management consultant to the continuum of healthcare at home.
Cindy holds a Masters of Health Administration with specialty in Healthcare Informatics, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
She brings over 25 years of experience working across the continuum of healthcare at home in advancing levels of leadership and
eighteen years with Fazzi Associates, now proud to be a fully integrated member of the WellSky family of companies. As the
Director of Operational Consulting for Wellsky advisory services, Cindy and her team of highly skilled executives work nationally
to help providers successfully navigate change in support of their mission and business objectives. Cindy’s Wellsky advisory services
teams help agencies leverage strategic thought and operational efficiency into organizational, work-process and clinical model
design for Home Health, Hospice, Advanced Illness Management, Palliative Care, Telehealth/RPM and Private Duty organizations
throughout the United States. Cindy has served as a Board Member of the National Association for Homecare & Hospice, Chair of
the Pediatric Homecare & Hospice Association of America, member of the Executive Committee of the American Telemedicine
Association’s Homecare and Remote Monitoring Special Interest Group and Advisory Committee Member for Healthcare Unbound.
About the Presenter(s): Yancey McManus (Bond)
Yancey McManus holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and is a Sr. Director of Solutions Management at WellSky.
Yancey and her team have worked with providers of home health, hospice and personal care, across the country, in the
development and refinement of both predictive and performance analytics – evolving practice in service of advancing
value-based models of reimbursement and clinical care delivery in care at home. She has supported multiple provider
case studies in hospitalization reduction, utilizing predictive analytics and proving principles while helping
providers manage increasing acuity and risk.
[3930] Leaning into Innovative Leadership!
- Speaker
- Campbell,Cindy | McManus,Yancey
- Model
- 3930
$30.00
OASIS DC Outcomes | Driving Success in HHVBP 2025
[3917] OASIS DC Outcomes | Driving Success in HHVBP 2025
A comprehensive overview of three critical quality measures.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
The Home Health Value-Based Purchasing (HHVBP) model for 2025 places significant emphasis on three critical quality measures: the Discharge Function Score, Discharge to Community, and Potentially Preventable Hospitalizations (PPH).
Together, these metrics account for 55% of the HHVBP performance score, underscoring their impact on agency outcomes. This program provides a comprehensive overview of these measures, their calculation methodologies, and
actionable strategies for improving performance. Gain insights into leveraging OASIS accuracy, care planning, and staff engagement to optimize these outcomes and secure success under the evolving HHVBP model.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7] financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN ,HCS-D, COS-C, VP Clinical Services, McBee
About the Presenter(s): Lisa Selman-Holman
Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, Vice President of Education & Quality at McBee, brings more than 35 years of experience in the home health and hospice industry,
specializing in regulatory compliance, both as an RN and a home care attorney. Lisa founded Selman-Holman CoDR (Coding Done Right), a coding outsource and audit company, which was
acquired by McBee in 2021. In her role as VP of Education & Quality, Lisa leads the education team in producing quality education through live events and online via Post-Acute Academy.
Post-Acute Academy includes a robust catalog of courses in home health and hospice hot topics as well as onboarding requirements. Additionally, Lisa leads the quality audit team to
ensure the highest-level of accuracy in coding and clinical documentation internally at McBee and externally for clients nationwide. Lisa is the past chair of the Board of Medical
Specialty Coding and Compliance (BMSCC) and is an originator of the Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D), Homecare Clinical Specialist-OASIS (HCS-O) and Homecare Coding
Specialist-Hospice (HCS-H) credentials. She is an AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM Trainer.
[3917] OASIS DC Outcomes | Driving Success in HHVBP 2025
- Speaker
- Selman-Holman, Lisa
- Model
- 3917
$37.50
OASIS-E1 Updates
[3921] OASIS-E1 Updates
Covers the new items, deleted items, and those revised in OASIS-E1.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 13, 2025
Program Description:
This program covers the new items, deleted items, and those revised in OASIS-E1. OASIS data is tied to PDGM payment, Quality Reporting, Care Compare,
and Home Health Value Based Purchasing, and several changes were included in these programs for 2025. Jennifer also discusses 2025 changes to the OASIS measures which count for 35% of your total HHVBP score.
Whether you have years of experience with OASIS or are brand new to it, the complexity of this data collection tool means there is always something else to be learned about successful collection and use of OASIS data.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.259[d][10]the Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS)
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7] financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.13.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Jennifer Osburn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, Clinical Consultant, Healthcare Provider Solutions Inc.
About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Osburn
Jennifer Osburn is a Clinical Consultant with Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc. (HPS). With over 30 years of home health experience, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise which
includes education and training, agency management, quality, clinical case management, and software technology. She is also a credentialed OASIS and ICD-10 Coding expert. Jennifer began her home health
career in a large privately owned agency after transitioning from Medical-Surgical Urology hospital nursing; however, she has worked for all types of agencies in multiple states.
Her love for sharing knowledge and experience led her to clinical consulting, where she enjoys translating technical guidance into information that the busy home health professional can
deploy to improve the efficiency and quality of care being delivered to the patients they serve. Jennifer Osburn has led numerous home health educational seminars for state and national
associations as well as specifically designed education training plans for agencies for the past 12 years. In addition to consulting across the US, she has trained staff for
The Joint Commission and ACHC, has authored numerous industry blogs and articles, and has assisted home health software companies with solutions that ensure compliance with
Medicare guidelines. Her areas of expertise and firsthand experience include OASIS, ICD-10-CM Coding, Case Management, Medicare Home Health Conditions of Participation,
Billing Requirements, Documentation Compliance for Quality and Payment, Emergency Preparedness, Agency Operations, and PDGM.
[3921] OASIS-E1 Updates
- Speaker
- Osburn, Jennifer
- Model
- 3921
$37.50
Patient Centered Care in the Home Care Setting
[3926] Patient Centered Care in the Home Care Setting
Presents and discusses the link between patient-centered care and
regulatory requirements for coordination of care.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 13, 2025
Program Description:
Patient-centered care in home care places the client/patient at the nucleus of care planning to ensure client’s rights and dignity,
enable informed decision-making, and meet the individual’s goals for quality of care and quality of life. This program presents and discusses the link between patient-centered care and
regulatory requirements for coordination of care and case conferences to enable individualized planning and service delivery.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.13.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin, RJNG Health Care Consulting, LLC
About the Presenter(s): Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin
Rosalind has been a public speaker and facilitator for home care and hospice since 2000. In August 2022, Rosalind retired from a 33-year career in state government ending at
Texas Health and Human Services, where she was a senior policy specialist for regulation of long-term care including hospice, home health, and personal care,
supportive palliative care, assisted living, and day activity and health services industries. As a health care consultant, Rosalind is passionate about
assisting entity leaders to understand and overcome compliance challenges while advocating for quality of life and quality of care for clients, residents,
and patients. She continues to analyze state and federal legislation for impact to providers and consumers, review state regulations, develop and deliver
continuing education and training to providers, and provide guidance to industry leaders through state and federal survey preparation activities, such as
mock surveys and leadership mentoring. Rosalind is a subject matter expert for federal/nationwide standards and possesses a keen understanding of
accreditation for home health and hospice care. Rosalind is well-versed in the regulations for the settings where home care is delivered,
including nursing/skilled nursing, assisted living, intermediate care for individuals with developmental disabilities, and independent
living settings. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Texas ~ New Mexico Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
She is an avid gamer, loves comics and reading, and resides in Austin with her husband, son, and cats.
[3926] Patient Centered Care in the Home Care Setting
- Speaker
- Nelson-Gamblin, Rosalind
- Model
- 3926
$37.50
PDGM Metrics | Connecting Functional Status, Comorbidities, & Financial Outcomes
[3918] PDGM Metrics | Connecting Functional Status, Comorbidities, & Financial Outcomes
Actionable insights to navigate the evolving PDGM landscape.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
The CY2025 Final Rule brought significant updates to the Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM), redefining how functional status, comorbidity levels, and coding impact agency reimbursement and financial outcomes.
This program dives into these critical metrics, providing a clear understanding of how your OASIS answers and coding practices directly influence functional impairment levels, case-mix weights, and comorbidity adjustments.
Gain the knowledge to adapt to changes in point values, comorbidity subgroups, and ICD-10 reassignments within the PDGM grouper. By mastering these updates, agencies can optimize financial performance and ensure
compliance with evolving standards. This program equips home health professionals with actionable insights to navigate the evolving PDGM landscape, empowering them to align clinical documentation and coding with financial and regulatory success in 2025.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7] financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.0 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN ,HCS-D, COS-C, VP Clinical Services, McBee
About the Presenter(s): Lisa Selman-Holman
Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, Vice President of Education & Quality at McBee, brings more than 35 years of experience in the home health and hospice industry,
specializing in regulatory compliance, both as an RN and a home care attorney. Lisa founded Selman-Holman CoDR (Coding Done Right), a coding outsource and audit company, which was
acquired by McBee in 2021. In her role as VP of Education & Quality, Lisa leads the education team in producing quality education through live events and online via Post-Acute Academy.
Post-Acute Academy includes a robust catalog of courses in home health and hospice hot topics as well as onboarding requirements. Additionally, Lisa leads the quality audit team to
ensure the highest-level of accuracy in coding and clinical documentation internally at McBee and externally for clients nationwide. Lisa is the past chair of the Board of Medical
Specialty Coding and Compliance (BMSCC) and is an originator of the Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D), Homecare Clinical Specialist-OASIS (HCS-O) and Homecare Coding
Specialist-Hospice (HCS-H) credentials. She is an AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM Trainer.
[3918] PDGM Metrics | Connecting Functional Status, Comorbidities, & Financial Outcomes
- Speaker
- Selman-Holman, Lisa
- Model
- 3918
$30.00
Strategies for Success for Review Choice Demonstration & Comprehensive Error Rate Testing
[3916] Strategies for Success for Review Choice Demonstration & Comprehensive Error Rate Testing
Significant information on RCD and CERT.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
This program covers information on the Review Choice Demonstration to include program updates, cycle transition, top non affirmations and how to prevent them. It also covers Comprehensive Error Rate Testing (CERT)
program to include CERT error rates, and how to prevent CERT errors of insufficient documentation (face to face, plan of care, certification) and medical necessity.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7] financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.0 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Charles Canaan, RN, Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA and Michael Bibbins, Senior Provider Relations Representative, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA
About the Presenter(s): Charles Camaan
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 and a Master of Public Health Degree in Health Promotion
and Education from the University of South Carolina and a Coding for Health Care Professionals Certificate from Trident technical College. He currently provides education
and consultation to Medicare providers with learning needs.
About the Presenter(s): Michael Bibbins
Mike has over 10 years of experience in health insurance. Mike joined the Provider Outreach and Education team after spending three-years in the
Palmetto GBA Provider Contact Center (PCC). His education includes a Bachelor of Science from the University of South Carolina and a Masters in Strategic
Communication from the University of Delaware. Mike currently serves as a Senior Provider Relations Representative for the Review Choice Demonstration (RCD).
In this position, Mike conducts RCD workshops, education exhibits and web-based training for providers regarding coverage and billing guidelines for RCD.
[3916] Strategies for Success for Review Choice Demonstration & Comprehensive Error Rate Testing
- Speaker
- Canaan, Charles [Palmetto]
- Model
- 3916
$30.00
Texas Guardianship Reform | Choices, Self-Determination & Alternatives
[3922] Texas Guardianship Reform | Choices, Self-Determination & Alternatives
A comprehensive presentation and discussion!
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 12, 2025
Program Description:
This program presents and discusses decision-making and self-determination, including the dignity of risk. It also reviews the legal and practical aspects of the Texas guardianship process and
Texas guardianship reform. It explores decision-making supports, including the principles of person-centered thinking, and include a discussion of specific alternatives to guardianship,
such as supported-decision making. Additionally, it reviews supports and services that can allow individuals with disabilities meet their support needs without a guardian.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Jeff Miller, JD, Sr Policy Specialist, Disability Rights Texas
About the Presenter(s): Jeff Miller
Jeff has held various policy related positions at Disability Rights Texas (DRTx) starting in 2006, including work in the areas of health care access,
alternatives to guardianship, and special education. He is currently a Senior Policy Specialist focusing on issues including
Guardianship Reform, health care and community integration. In addition to extensive professional experience, Jeff is able to share his
personal experiences as a father of a son with disabilities. Jeff received his law degree from the University of Louisville School of Law and holds a B.A. in Speech Communication from the University of Houston.
[3922] Texas Guardianship Reform | Choices, Self-Determination & Alternatives
- Speaker
- Miller, Jeff
- Model
- 3922
$37.50
The Home Health 2025 Final Payment Rule & Its Impact on Texas Agencies
[3919] The Home Health 2025 Final Payment Rule & Its Impact on Texas Agencies
A detailed review of the 2025 Final Rule along with the impact that recent legislation will have on Texas agencies.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 13, 2025
Program Description:
2025 is set to be a year of major changes in the Home Health arena. This program will provide a detailed review of the 2025 Final Rule in Home Health. Any changes that are set to be implemented for 2025 will be reviewed
with best practices for implementation. Melinda discusses the most recent update on the Value Based Purchasing Expansion, which has already had numerous changes finalized for 2025 implementation.
And you won't miss out on the impact that recent legislation will have on Texas agencies.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7] financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.5 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.5 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.13.2027
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, the 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.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Melinda A. Gaboury, COS-C, Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc
About the Presenter(s): Melinda A. Gaboury
Melinda A. Gaboury, with more than 30 years in home care, has over 22 years of executive speaking and educating experience, including extensive day-to-day interaction with home care and hospice professionals.
She routinely conducts Home Care and Hospice Reimbursement Workshops and speaks at state association meetings throughout the country. Melinda has profound experience in Medicare PDGM training,
billing, collections, case-mix calculations, chart reviews and due diligence. UPIC, RA, ADR & TPE appeals with all Medicare MACs have become the forefront of Melinda’s current impact on the industry.
Melinda is currently Chair of the NAHC/HHFMA Advisory Board and Work Group, is Treasurer on the Home Care Association of Florida Board of Directors, and a member of the Tennessee Association for
Home Care Board of Directors. Melinda is also the author of the Home Health OASIS Guide to OASIS-E and Home Health Billing Answers, 2024.
[3919] The Home Health 2025 Final Payment Rule & Its Impact on Texas Agencies
- Speaker
- Gaboury, Melinda
- Model
- 3919
$45.00
Tips and Myths Leading a Multi-Generational Workforce
[3933] Tips and Myths Leading a Multi-Generational Workforce
Learn how to grow and improve your home health, hospice, or home care organization with practical
tips that unlock the power of a multigenerational team.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: February 13, 2025
Program Description:
There are many moving parts to any organization, but at the core, it’s people who make every industry tick! The emergence of multi -generational
teams has challenged leaders across the continuum of care to develop innovative strategies to embrace diversity of skill sets to build better and
more efficient teams. It has become evident that knowledge sharing, retention, and upskilling should be top of mind for all leaders wishing to
create a cohesive culture. Although diversity of the workforce is a proven way to scale organizations, there is often stereotyping and biases
which may challenge even the strongest organizational cultures. By learning to recognize and embrace these differences, organizations can
attract and retain top talent across the generations and build winning teams. This fun and enlightening presentation explores
various myths surrounding generations. Learn how to grow and improve your home health, hospice, or home care organization with practical
tips that unlock the power of a multigenerational team.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):
Tammy Ross, MHA, BSN, Senior VP of Professional Services, Axxess
About the Presenter(s): Tammy Ross
Tammy Ross is the Senior Vice President of Professional Services at Axxess, the leading home healthcare technology company.
She oversees the professional services division at Axxess with a focus on practical operational solutions for the home health,
home care, and hospice sectors of the post-acute care industry using technology. Prior to joining Axxess, Tammy served as an
executive consultant at Fazzi and Associates, where she used her years of home health leadership experience to assist clients
with clinical and operational strategic planning and development.
[3933] Tips and Myths Leading a Multi-Generational Workforce
- Speaker
- Ross, Tammy
- Model
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$37.50
