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.


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What to Expect from a Texas OIG Investigation

[3292] What to Expect from a Texas OIG investigation
Overview of the major steps in a provider investigation. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/29/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 29, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: The Texas Office of Inspector General (OIG) presenter presents and discusses the role of provider investigations within the broader mission of the OIG and also gives an overview of the major steps in a provider investigation as well as the provider’s role in each step. Includes potential outcomes of a provider investigation and examples of past investigations specific to cases involving pediatric care and home health care. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by identifying the provider’s role in each step of an Office of Inspector General investigation of fraud, waste, and abuse in the Medicaid program. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Glynn Bell, Manager - Provider Field Investigations, Dallas & Fort Worth Texas Health & Human Services Commission - OIG About the Presenter:
Glynn Bell is the Manager of Provider Field Investigations for the Texas Health & Human Services Commission - Office of Inspector General (OIG), Medicaid Program Integrity Division in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and has been with the OIG since February of 2018. Glynn has over 19 years of investigative experience in the private insurance sector, handling large scale, organized fraud/major medical fraud cases. Glynn is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Accredited Healthcare Fraud Investigator (AHFI) and Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI). [3292] What to Expect from a Texas OIG investigation

Speaker
Bell, Glynn
Model
3292

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Understanding Emergency Preparedness Business Continuity Plan Requirements

[3309] Understanding Emergency Preparedness Business Continuity Plan Requirements
This presentation identifies the key elements of a business continuity plan. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 11/12/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Administrator Program Conference in Houston. It is one of 20 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: November 12, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Administrator Program | Houston Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.0 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.259[d][6]emergency preparedness planning and implementation §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Program Description: This presentation identifies the key elements of a business continuity plan. You will be able to discuss the various types of business continuity plans that may be used for compliance with emergency preparedness requirements. You will be able to discuss strategies for how to identify operations essential to a home care agency and write or update their current plan as applicable to the services provided and implement the plan in the event of a disaster. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by developing business continuity plans that ensure ongoing services to their patients in the event of a disaster. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Beverly Sepulveda, BSN, RN, MBA, SynerImages Healthcare Consulting, LLC About the Presenters:
Beverly Sepulveda is the founder, CEO, and Principle consultant for SynerImages Healthcare Consulting, a national healthcare and regulatory consulting firm in operation for over 23 years. She holds a Master's in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Her nursing specialization is in quality assurance and accreditation compliance. Ms. Sepulveda's consulting expertise covers a broad array of areas including Home Health Agencies, Therapy clinics, ORFs, CORFs, Hospitals and the MCO industry. Her company specializes in start-up healthcare business seeking state and federal licensure, cloud-based policies and procedures, on-going regulatory compliance services and insurance contracting assistance. Prior to her working for SynerImages, Ms. Sepulveda was the Executive Director for PCA Health plans of Texas [later purchased by Humana] and held senior management positions with Aetna, CIGNA, and MetLife insurance companies. Her medical experience was at St. David's Hospital, Bellaire Hospital, Critical Care of America Home Health, North American Medical Management and Princeton Medical Management services. SynerImages is a Texas-based healthcare consulting firm with offices in Houston and South Texas. In addition to offering home health startup and compliance services, her firm also facilitates other business needs such coordinating medical equipment inspections, application management services, educational conferences/webinars and other business operations assistance. [3309] Understanding Emergency Preparedness Business Continuity Plan Requirements

Speaker
Sepulveda, Beverly
Model
3309

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Understanding & Implementing the Comprehensive Assessment, CoPs, & Care Coordination...

[3282] Taking the Bull by the Horns: Understanding and Implementing the Comprehensive Assessment, CoPs, and Care Coordination in Effective Care Management
An in-depth understanding of Medicare’s definition of the four “C’s” along with how they build upon each other... TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/28/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 28, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: Prior to Jan. 13, 2018, many of the things we “kinda” did okay, such as care coordination, comprehensive assessment and plan of care management, became mandatory measures under the new Conditions of Participation. And agencies have struggled! Surveyors continue to site quality of care, care coordination and care planning collectively as one of the top two deficiencies for agencies across the board. By having an in depth understanding of Medicare’s definition of the four “C’s” along with how they build upon each other will lead to more streamlined processes, develop effective care coordination practices and provide better, more patient-centered plans of care thereby helping to “survey proof” your agencies. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by developing effective care coordination practices in line with the updated home health conditions of participation to contribute to improved patient outcomes. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Apryl Swafford RN, BSN, COS-C, HCS-D, HCS-H, Home Health Solutions, LLC About the Presenter:
Apryl Swafford began her nursing career in 1993, obtaining a BSN from Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Alabama. Her first few years were spent learning nursing, trial by fire style, in a 16 bed ICU unit. She transitioned into home health in late 1997 working PRN and weekends while learning her way and has spent the majority of the years since working home health in some capacity. She has worked as a field clinician/case manager, clinical manager and leader of a cardiopulmonary specialty program. During her tenure at the last two positions, she was responsible for chart audits, OASIS review and coding plus management of a team of nurses, therapist and home health aides. Apryl is certified as an OASIS Specialist - Clinical (COS-C), and is a credential holder of the Homecare Coding Specialist (HCS-D) for both ICD-9 and ICD-10. During her free time, she enjoys her family (there’s a lot to enjoy with 4 children and 9 grandchildren), working on the family’s small farm and running. [3282] Taking the Bull by the Horns: Understanding and Implementing the Comprehensive Assessment, CoPs, and Care Coordination in Effective Care Management

Speaker
Swafford, Apryl
Model
3282

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Tips for Drafting Hospice Contracts with Nursing Facilities

[3288] Tips for Drafting Hospice Contracts with Nursing Facilities
Learn about the regulatory requirements for contracts between hospice providers and nursing facilities. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/29/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 29, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.25 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: Learn about the regulatory requirements for contracts between hospice providers and nursing facilities. This program highlights key provisions that will govern both parties' payment obligations and care coordination obligations, and it identifies common drafting pitfalls to avoid. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by identifying best practices in drafting contracts between hospice providers and nursing facilities to meet regulatory requirements and contribute to improved patient outcomes. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Irma Jacobson, J.D., Jacobson PLLC About the Presenter:
Irma Jacobson is a commercial litigator and administrative law attorney who regularly practices in state, federal, and administrative law courts. She graduated from West Point in 2004 and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2005-2006. Irma has extensive experience representing clients in the health care industry and excels at providing legal solutions to complex problems by tailoring strategies to fit each client’s specific need. She can assist with data privacy requests, both requesting disclosure and defending against disclosure involving Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and the Texas Public Information Act (TPIA). Irma represents nursing home facilities, assisted living facilities, and home and community support services agencies (HCSSAs) regarding compliance and licensure actions. She has been essential in securing favorable results for long-term care facilities while defending against license revocations and appealing Medicare/Medicaid terminations and state and federal civil monetary penalties. She has extensive experience advising long-term care facilities concerning audits by Medicaid Recovery Audit Contractors (RACs), Medicaid Integrity Contractors (MICs), Zone Program Integrity Contractor (ZPIC), and other Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement matters. Her practice also includes representing benefit plans, providers, employers, claims administrators, and insurers in disputes concerning the availability of mental health and substance abuse coverage under ERISA-governed plans. [3288] Tips for Drafting Hospice Contracts with Nursing Facilities

Speaker
Jacobson, Irma
Model
3288

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Time for your Annual Inspection! A Review of the State & Federal Emergency Preparedness Rules

[3294] Time for your Annual Inspection! Review of the State and Federal Emergency Preparedness Rules
Understand how to prepare for potential disaster and emergency situation, comply with state and federal requirements... TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 10/09/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Fall Conference in Grapevine. It is one of 4 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: October 9, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Fall Conference | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.259[d][6]emergency preparedness planning and implementation §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management Program Description:The Federal Emergency Preparedness requirements are both similar and different than the requirements that Texas agencies have been meeting. This presentation outlines in detail both these similarities and differences so that agencies – both certified and non-certified – can understand how to prepare for potential disaster and emergency situation, comply with state and federal requirements, and protect their businesses, clients, and employees. Regulatory changes since 2018 and lessons learned are also discussed. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by revising their agency emergency preparedness policies to reflect regulatory requirements and teaching clinical staff how to implement the requirements. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Kay Hollers, RN, MPH, COS-C, HCS-D, Independent Consultant, HealthCare ConsultLink About the Presenter:
Kay Hollers is well known to TAHCH audiences as she has been an active member or associate member since her return to Texas in 1985. Kay holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas with a major in Nursing and a Master’s Degree in Public Health from the University of Texas School of Public Health. She also earned a post-master’s Specialist Certification in Health Care Evaluation from Wayne State University College of Nursing in Detroit. Kay taught Public Health Nursing at Michigan State University and has practiced in and consulted with home health and hospice agencies large and small, public and private. Kay likes to share her experiences and knowledge with audiences and has been a frequent presenter for TAHCH conferences and seminars. [3294] Time for your Annual Inspection! Review of the State and Federal Emergency Preparedness Rules

Speaker
Hollers, Kay
Model
3294

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
The Illinois RCD Experience: Preclaim Review Success

[3272] The Illinois RCD Experience: Preclaim Review Success
An on-demand, rich-media recording of Part Two of the June 19, 2019 RCD Training Event in San Antonio. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 06/19/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice RCD Training Event in San Antonio. It is one of 2 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: June 19, 2019 TAHC&H Event: RCD - Review Choice Demonstration Training | San Antonio Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 2.0 Clock Hrs CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: Home Health Providers in Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, Florida or Texas are gearing up for the implementation of the Review Choice Demonstration (RCD) in their states. Following the Palmetto GBA RCD training presented 6/19/19, two distinguished Illinois providers - both board members of the Illinois HomeCare & Hospice Council - presented results of preclaim review and review choice in Illinois - the first state to begin. They present data from Illinois, issues impacting Illinois providers, and each one presents their own agency's experiences - along with practical tips and tested processes to help you be successful with RCD. RCD Goals Assist CMS in developing improved methods to identify, investigate, and prosecute potential fraud Protect the Medicare Trust Fund Reduce the rate of improper payments Improve provider compliance with Medicare rules and requirements Offers providers increased flexibility and choice Risk-based changes to reward providers who show compliance with policies TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Cheryl Adams, RN, BSN, MBA, Administrator, At-Home Health Care of Sparta Community Hospital and President, Illinois HomeCare & Hospice Council | Sheila Guither, MSN, RN, CWOCN, COS-C. OSF Home Care Services and Past President, Illinois HomeCare & Hospice Council About the Presenters: Sheila Guither MSN RN, CWOCN, COS-C currently serves as Immediate Past President of the Illinois Home Care and Hospice Council. She works as the Manager of Clinical Practice and Staff Development for OSF Healthcare- Home Care and Post-Acute Services in Peoria, IL. Throughout the Illinois Preclaim Review demonstration, OSF achieved a 100% affirmation rate without compromising access to care. Sheila earned her Master’s Degree in Nursing Education from OSF Saint Francis College of Nursing, her BSN from Mennonite College of Nursing in Bloomington, IL and her Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN) certification from Emory University in Atlanta, GA. She has worked in the Home Care field for 23 years serving in various clinical and leadership roles. She resides in Bloomington, IL with her husband and three children. Cheryl Adams RN, BSN, MBA with 40 years of clinical nursing and healthcare executive experience. Cheryl has been the administrator of At-Home Health Care of Sparta Community Hospital since its inception in 1996. Cheryl is responsible for developing, implementing and sustaining the business plan for the hospital based home health agency known as At-Home Health Care. The agency under her direction has a history of multiple deficiency free surveys, a reduction in acute care hospitalization rate, improved patient satisfaction and implementation of a telehealth program. Cheryl is credentialed as a Home Health ICD-10 Coder and OASIS Specialist. Cheryl is committed to having a voice for the home care industry and the people that are served. She feels it is important that leaders of home care ensure access to care but also quality of care to those we serve all while staying compliant with rules and regulations of home health. With the implementation of the pilot program of Pre-claim Review in IL, Cheryl has succeeded in achieving a 100% affirmation rate through the education and implementation of processes to ensure accurate, complete documentation. [3272] The Illinois RCD Experience: Preclaim Review Success

Speaker
Adams, Cheryl + Guither, Sheila
Model
3272

$60.00

2.0 Hrs
The "How" and "Why" to Outsource/Centralize Operations

[3155] The "How" and "Why" to Outsource/Centralize Operations
How home care/hospice agencies can enact smart change management techniques to prepare for this new practice. NOW AVAILABLE: RELEASED 2/25/2019 This program was presented on 02/14/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Winter Policy Conference in Austin. It is one of 9 presentations captured and produced for online access. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: February 14, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Winter Policy Conference | Austin Subscription Type: Individual Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hrs CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Program Description: There are many new business practices taking shape in the home care/hospice industry. Outsourcing is one business practice used by companies to reduce costs or improve efficiency by shifting tasks, operations, jobs or processes to an external contracted third party for a significant period of time. This same process of centralization is utilized by many companies internally to achieve the same outcome. Home care/hospice agencies must enact smart change management techniques to prepare for this new practice. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in a discussion on outsourcing and centralizing operations to reduce costs and improve efficiency in home care agencies. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Marcylle Combs, RN, MS, Founder, Foundation Management Services and William Simione III, Managing Principal, Simione Healthcare Consultants, LLC About the Presenter:
Marcylle Combs has enjoyed 30 years in home health care and hospice, holding many positions including field nurse, director, administrator and owner/president of a successful home health and hospice company. She is well known in Texas and nationally for her leadership in both the home care and hospice community. She serves on the TAHCH Government Affairs Committee since the ‘90s and is currently board of directors for The Home Care and Hospice Financial Managers Association (HHFMA); a professional organization bringing together CFOs, CEOs, COOs and other financial positions who are employed by the nation’s 25,000 home care and hospice agencies. She also chairs the Women in Leadership group for HHFMA. Marcylle enjoys speaking on various subjects such as mentoring, leadership and communication and is best known for keeping her audiences awake. About the Presenter:
Bill Simione III serves as Managing Principal at Simione Healthcare Consultants, leading all consulting, as well as product and service delivery to support home care and hospice business improvement. He previously managed Simione's Financial Consulting division, and has been actively involved in the home care and hospice industry for more than 25 years. Bill has held many interim management positions over the years, including Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Director of Patient Accounting for numerous home care/hospice organizations ranging from single agencies to multi-state organizations and hospital-owned postacute entities. During his interim management positions, he has been responsible for many agency turnarounds, including positioning an agency for acquisition. Bill is a highly experienced speaker addressing many national home care and hospice organizations, as well as state and local associations. He is a graduate of Villanova University with a B.S. in Accounting. [3155] The "How" and "Why" to Outsource/Centralize Operations

Speaker
Combs, M / Simione III, Wm
Model
3155

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Testing Your Emergency Preparedness Plan

[3297] Testing Your Emergency Preparedness Plan
Best practices for testing your EP plan. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 10/09/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Fall Conference in Grapevine. It is one of 4 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: October 9, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Fall Conference | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.25 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.259[d][6]emergency preparedness planning and implementation §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management Program Description:This presentation discusses the staff training requirements for both orientation and annual training, how to collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies, illustrate the differences between the tabletop, functional, and full-scale test exercises, and review best practices in documentation. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by applying methods learned related to implementing realistic and effective disaster drills at their agency in compliance with state and federal rules. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Beverly Sepulveda, BSN, RN, MBA, CEO, SynerImages Healthcare Consulting LLC About the Presenters:
Beverly Sepulveda is the founder, CEO, and Principle consultant for SynerImages Healthcare Consulting, a national healthcare and regulatory consulting firm in operation for over 23 years. She holds a Master's in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Her nursing specialization is in quality assurance and accreditation compliance. Ms. Sepulveda's consulting expertise covers a broad array of areas including Home Health Agencies, Therapy clinics, ORFs, CORFs, Hospitals and the MCO industry. Ms. Sepulveda's company specializes in start-up healthcare business seeking state and federal licensure, cloud-based policies and procedures, on-going regulatory compliance services and insurance contracting assistance. Prior to her working for SynerImages, Ms. Sepulveda was the Executive Director for PCA Health plans of Texas [later purchased by Humana] and held senior management positions with Aetna, CIGNA, and MetLife insurance companies. Her medical experience was at St. David's Hospital, Bellaire Hospital, Critical Care of America Home Health, North American Medical Management and Princeton Medical Management services. SynerImages is a Texas-based healthcare consulting firm with offices in Houston and South Texas. In addition to offering home health startup and compliance services, her firm also facilitates other business needs such coordinating medical equipment inspections, application management services, educational conferences/webinars and other business operations assistance. [3297] Testing Your Emergency Preparedness Plan

Speaker
Sepulveda, Beverly
Model
3297

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Technology Revolution in Home Care

[3278] Technology Revolution in Home Care
A look at real life case studies of how technology is being implemented in home and community care. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/27/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 27, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.25 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description:With an ever-changing competitive market, providers need to consider how to deliver services more efficiently. This program takes a look at real life case studies of how technology is being implemented in home and community care to assist in the delivery of services. What technologies are being implemented to record and monitor changes in an individual’s health? What is being implemented in regional and remote areas to ensure the wellbeing of seniors? Machine learning is a type of artificial intelligence that is concentrated on developing algorithms that analyze data and predict future events with tremendous accuracy. It is a technology that is well suited to identify hidden trends and patterns in vast amounts of data, not visible to the human eye. Jonathan Vallée, CTO of AlayaCare, an end-to-end home healthcare software solution, discusses the importance of collecting and analyzing data, provide real examples of feasible tech solutions organizations could implement today, explore the insights gained from utilizing machine learning, and present the results of two studies on applying machine learning to streams of incoming remote patient monitoring vitals for decision support. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by implementing remote patient monitoring as a tool to aid in improving optimal patient outcomes. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Jonathan Vallée, M.Sc., CTO, AlayaCare About the Presenter:
Jonathan Vallée is the VP, Engineering at AlayaCare. AlayaCare looks to deliver the next disruptive solution for the industry by combining remote patient monitoring, clinical documentation and back office software supported by machine learning and optimization. Jonathan holds a M.Sc. in machine learning where he has been awarded the board of honors and has worked as a data science researcher before taking the leadership of JDA’s data science team and now AlayaCare’s. Jonathan is an inventor and co-inventor on four patents and strives to innovate the home healthcare industry. [3278] Technology Revolution in Home Care

Speaker
Vallée, Jonathan
Model
3278

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Surviving & Thriving During Times of Great Change

[3318] Surviving & Thriving During Times of Great Change
It's about you and what you can do to make positive change happen for yourself and your organization. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 11/13/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Administrator Program Conference in Houston. It is one of 20 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: November 13, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Administrator Program | Houston Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 2.0 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. 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][5]quality improvement Program Description: In the wake of unrelenting changes surging through the private, government, and not-for-profit sectors, today’s most urgent challenge has shifted. If you aspire to grow in your organization, you shouldn’t be spending your time convincing yourself and others why change should be happening or why it should not be happening. You should be spending your time specifically designing a plan to address the conditions and challenges of change itself. This presentation is about you and what you can do to make positive change happen for yourself and your organization. It focuses on the link between purpose and change, getting you in shape, enlisting people to support you, to perform, help facilitate change, and enjoy the process. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the discussion by identifying how to address the challenges of change and facilitate change management techniques to help grow in your organization. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Martha Bryan, Owner, Bryan & Bryan Associates About the Presenters:
Martha Bryan is a management consultant, author, speaker, and seminar leader who speaks nationally and internationally on topics including implementing quality, excellence, leadership, vision and strategy, self-esteem and success psychology. With an education background in teaching, she has taught at both the high school and college levels and has held administrative positions in both public and private sector organizations. Her work career expands from farm laborer and cafeteria helper to positions in staff support, sales, training, and personnel administration. She has served in leadership positions for a number of organizations: chairman of college advisory boards, president of women's organizations, president of personnel administration organizations, and president of a financial institution. She left the position of personnel administrator with Snohomish County Government to start her own consulting firm, and since that time has worked with over 500 organizations and associations throughout the United States and Canada. [3318] Surviving & Thriving During Times of Great Change

Speaker
Bryan, Martha
Model
3318

$60.00

2.0 Hrs
Rethinking Wound Care & Pressure Ulcer Prevention

[3286] Rethinking Wound Care & Pressure Ulcer Prevention
PDGM expands skilled nursing care...why it’s extremely important to manage wounds efficiently and effectively. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/28/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 28, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: With Pressure Ulcer (PU) prevalence rates between 2.9% and 19.1% in home care, it’s extremely important to manage wounds efficiently and effectively. In addition, with the coming changes of PDGM, home care providers will be forced to expand into more skilled-nursing activities, such as wound care. Amy Cassata, VP Clinical at Swift Medical, has implemented hundreds of wound care programs and shares her best practices over the years, including clinical best practices, technology recommendations, and change management techniques. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by implementing evidence-based guidelines in wound care and pressure ulcer prevention to maximize the best possible patient outcomes. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Amy Cassata, RN, WCC, VP Clinical Operations, Swift Medical About the Presenter:
Amy Cassata has over 15 years of post-acute care clinical experience as well as experience overseeing departmental budgets, clinical operations, staffing resources and major EHR configurations in a wide range of health care facilities and projects. Amy’s unique blend of clinical skills and digital implementation knowledge has helped her transform facilities into world-class leaders in the adoption of digital health innovations like Swift Skin and Wound. [3286] Rethinking Wound Care & Pressure Ulcer Prevention

Speaker
Cassata, Amy
Model
3286

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Refocus to SUCCEED

[3274] Refocus to SUCCEED
This is the moment for industry and agency leadership to prepare and to shine. NOW AVAILABLE: RELEASED 9/6/2019 This program was presented on 08/27/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine . It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 27, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Subscription Type: Individual Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.0 Clock Hrs CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][2]development and interpretation of agency policies §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Program Description: The home health care industry is at the door of regulatory and financial redesign. This is the moment for industry and agency leadership to prepare and to shine. Focus will be key. Reframing agency self-awareness, and the degree to which each agency is willing to be unflinching in that assessment process, will determine the successful organizations in the coming years. This program provides metrics used in industries that have experienced change to determine what can help your organization. Viewers will learn the difference between the tired annual agency evaluations and using new techniques to measure operational effectiveness including defining assessment metrics that clearly show the agency’s strengths and weaknesses. When done you will understand how a clear focus drives a strong plan and allows flexibility in meeting the coming changes. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by implementing techniques to measure operational effectiveness to discover the agency’s strengths and weaknesses. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Donna Floyd, RN, BSN, Crag Business Group About the Presenter:
Donna Floyd has been a Registered Nurse for over thirty years and has extensive health care experience in management of national, regional and start-up organizations, including home health agencies. She is accomplished in the areas of program and policy development, staff education and competency development. Donna’s broad span of experience ranges from successfully holding positions as Agency Administrator, Clinical Nurse Manager, and corporate VP of Program Development to leading organizations in successfully achieving growth and national accreditation. She has provided leadership in the Home Care Association of Colorado as a liaison to the Department of Public Health survey department and served` as a member of the Education Committee. Donna has extensive experience with home health agencies and licensure rules in multiple states as well as having contacts in a variety of state departments of health. [3274] Refocus to SUCCEED

Speaker
Floyd, Donna
Model
3274

$30.00

1.0 Hr
PDGM – Changes Can Not Start Soon Enough!

[3273] PDGM – Changes Can Not Start Soon Enough!
Highlights the areas impacted and outlines process changes to assist agencies in optimizing operations performance. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/27/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 27, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: The most significant change in Homecare Reimbursement in 20 years will go into effect January 2020. The Patient Driven Groupings Model – PDGM is complicated, confusing and overwhelming. Operational areas likely impacted under the new payment model include referral and sales management, intake, revenue cycle, operational reporting, order and supply management, and much more. This program highlights the areas impacted and outlines process changes to assist agencies in optimizing operations performance under PDGM to succeed under this new payment model. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively participate in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by implementing policies and clinical practices to uphold quality patient care measures and maximize reimbursement under the Patient Driven Groupings Model. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Melinda A. Gaboury, COS-C, CEO, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc. About the Presenter:
Melinda A. Gaboury with more than 27 years in home care, has over 17 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 PPS training, billing, collections, case-mix calculations, chart reviews and due diligence. ZPIC, RA, ADR & TPE appeals with all Medicare MACs have become the forefront of Melinda’s current impact on the industry. She is currently serving on the NAHC/HHFMA Advisory Board as ex-officio and is Associate Director on the Home Care Association of Florida Board of Directors. Melinda is also the author of the Home Health Pocket Guide to OASIS-C2: A Reference for Field Staff. [3273] PDGM – Changes Can Not Start Soon Enough!

Speaker
Gaboury, Melinda
Model
3273

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Operations, Budgeting, and Cash Flow Under PDGM

[3316] Operations, Budgeting, and Cash Flow Under PDGM
Identify key steps to ensure a smooth and comprehensive assessment of financial needs for home health operations under PDGM. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 11/13/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Administrator Program Conference in Houston. It is one of 20 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 2.0 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. 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 Program Description: Budget planning is an important priority every year, but it takes on new significance with PDGM in 2020. PDGM critical metrics will be key not only to managing your operations, but also for projecting your financial outcomes. This budget presentation will identify key steps to ensure a smooth and comprehensive assessment of financial needs for home health operations under PDGM. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate intent to change their practice by identifying key steps to ensure a comprehensive assessment of financial needs for home health operations under PDGM to ensure continued operation and that contribute to improved patient outcomes. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Ron Barrera, Managing Director, Simione Healthcare Consultants About the Presenters:
Ron Barrera serves as a Managing Director at Simione Healthcare Consultants, drawing on more than 30 years of progressive financial, operational and strategic experience as a home health and hospice executive, consultant and interim leader. He spearheads team consulting efforts in finance to support clients with financial reporting and analysis, budgeting, accounts receivable management, benchmarking, strategic planning, transition of new acquisitions, purchasing and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement issues. A resident of Alpharetta, Georgia, Ron previously served as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for the Visiting Nurse Association of Texas in Dallas/Fort Worth, and also served as a vice president of operations for a large for-profit home health agency. In his role as a consultant, he has assisted organizations in achieving enterprise wide goals for transformation and performance improvement, enhancing back office processes, systematizing end-to-end departments and their deliverables, and developing shared service functions. As a highly experienced interim leader, Ron has served as executive director and chief financial officer, managing financial, operational and reimbursement functions for providers ranging in size from $25M to $280M+ in annual revenue. An active member of the National Association for Home Care and Hospice, and the Home Care and Hospice Financial Managers Association, Ron is a seasoned speaker for state and national associations. He graduated with a B.B.A. in accounting from Lamar University. [3316] Operations, Budgeting, and Cash Flow Under PDGM

Speaker
Barerra, Ron
Model
3316

$60.00

2.0 Hrs
Most Everything Your Wanted to Know About Fraud, Waste and Abuse Laws...

[3307] (Most) Everything Your Wanted to Know About Fraud, Waste and Abuse Laws...But Were Afraid to Ask
Become familiar with the Anti-kickback Statute, Stark Law and the False Claims Act. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 11/12/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Administrator Program Conference in Houston. It is one of 20 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: November 12, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Administrator Program | Houston Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][1]information regarding fraud and abuse detection and prevention §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Program Description: Federal and state governments have ramped up their efforts to combat fraud, waste and abuse in the healthcare system. Despite these efforts, providers throughout the nation continue to face enforcement action. Understand what is at stake, by understanding your responsibilities and legal obligations. Become familiar with the Anti-kickback Statute, Stark Law and the False Claims Act. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by ensuring application of fraud and abuse surveillance within their agency to promote ethical standards of practice. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Jennifer Papapanagiotou, JD, Partner, Liles Parker, PLLC About the Presenters:
Jennifer Papapanagiotou's practice focuses on compliance, regulatory and transactional matters for a wide array of health care providers, including home health and hospice agencies. She has extensive experience in analyzing proposed and existing business arrangements for compliance with federal and state fraud and abuse laws, and drafting a wide variety of legal agreements. Ms. Papapanagiotou is knowledgeable in all aspects of state licensing for home health and hospice providers, and in Medicare and Medicaid enrollment, including initial enrollment, changes of ownership and appeals of revocation actions. Finally, she assists clients with compliance plans, forming new businesses, and addressing Medicare and Medicaid program coverage and reimbursement issues. [3307] (Most) Everything Your Wanted to Know About Fraud, Waste and Abuse Laws...But Were Afraid to Ask

Speaker
Papapanagiotou, Jennifer
Model
3307

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Minimizing the Burden of Employment Management

[3276] Minimizing the Burden of Employment Management
Outsourcing Human Resources allows home care agencies to grow much faster and more efficiently... NOW AVAILABLE: RELEASED 9/6/2019 This program was presented on 08/27/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 27, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Subscription Type: Individual Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.0 Clock Hrs CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][2]development and interpretation of agency policies §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Program Description: A healthcare company needs to stay focused on hiring good healthcare professionals, marketing to hospitals and doctors, getting paid for their billing in a timely manner, and staying in compliance with state and federal requirements. Outsourcing Human Resources allows home care agencies to grow much faster and more efficiently. Any employer that can focus on their core competencies will be more profitable than one that has to hire and manage a larger staff that does not make the company money or keeps the company accredited. This program addresses issues facing any employer in today’s business environment, such as governmental compliance, payroll, employee management software, insurance procurement, Workers Compensation insurance, and safety. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by implementing best practices to remain in compliance with state and federal employment requirements. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: D.W. Bobst, TrendHR About the Presenter:
D.W. Bobst founded the TrendHR network of companies in 1997. TrendHR is a Dallas based human resource outsourcing company that provides HR, Staffing, and PEO services to businesses nationwide, allowing businesses to focus on their competencies and grow their business by minimizing the burden of employment administration. TrendHR has received recognition several times over the years in the Inc. 5000, Dallas Business Journal, USCA, and others. Mr. Bobst has served in the U.S. Navy, and is an active member of the National Association of Professional Employer Associations, the Society of Human Resource Management, and the Rockwall, Mesquite, and Garland Chamber of Commerce. [3276] Minimizing the Burden of Employment Management

Speaker
Bobst, D. W.
Model
3276

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Meeting Expectations in Hospice Medicine: Adopting a Total Patient Care Philosophy...

[3159] Meeting Expectations in Hospice Medicine: Adopting a Total Patient Care Philosophy to Avoid Unnecessary Transitions
Explores the expectations of patients and their families while also addressing the increasing expectations of payers. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 02/14/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Winter Policy Conference in Austin. It is one of 9 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: February 14, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Winter Policy Conference | Austin Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hrs CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers Program Description: Transitions in care would seem on the surface to be a "non-issue" in hospice medicine, but with increasing complexity and segmentation of care for the seriously ill, patients often enter hospice from the acute care system with unrealistic expectations of what is needed and what will be provided. Often unnecessary emergency department visits and hospitalizations result, as well as demands for services not part of the standard hospice plan of care. This program explores not only addressing the expectations of patients and their families, but also addressing the increasing expectations of payers. A vision for the future of optimal care of the seriously ill is presented, acknowledging the daunting steps needed for the evolution of a hospice organization towards a "full service" model, as our organizations enter into a time of increased demand, regulatory uncertainty, quality-based scrutiny, and fiscal constraint. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by incorporating effective communication strategies and comprehensive care plans to avoid unnecessary transitions of care. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: J. Robert Parkey, MD, MTS, HMDC, CMD, Hospice of Wichita Falls/Palliative Care of North Texas, Healing Hands Home Health About the Presenter:
J. Robert Parkey is a sixth-generation native of the Wichita Falls area, and received his Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, and then completed his residency in Family Medicine at the University of Oklahoma campus in Tulsa, where he served as Chief Resident. In 2010, he completed a Masters degree in Theological Studies from the University of Dallas in Irving, with a personal emphasis in Biomedical Ethics. Dr. Parkey practiced rural medicine in Henrietta, Texas for 17 years, but found a special love for the care of the elderly, those with dementia, and for patients with terminal and life-limiting illnesses, expanding his medical specialization and joining the medical staff of Hospice of Wichita Falls in 2008, then closing his rural practice in 2013. He is a member of numerous medical societies, including the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine, the Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care, the American Geriatrics Society, the American Society for Bioethics and Humanities, and the Catholic Medical Association. His “spare time” is filled caring for his family ranch in Clay County, and trying to keep up with his wife Katie (a Registered Nurse who helps him run his private practice and who serves in a number of volunteer capacities in the area) and their three daughters. His hobbies include fishing and literature, and he is a member of the Wichita Falls Poetry Society, the Texas Poetry Society, and the Academy of American Poets. Dr. Parkey holds board certifications in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Family Medicine, and board certification by the Hospice Medical Director Certification Board. He also holds board certification from the American Board of Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. [3159] Meeting Expectations in Hospice Medicine: Adopting a Total Patient Care Philosophy to Avoid Unnecessary Transitions

Speaker
Parkey, J. Robert
Model
3159

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Managing Utilization under PDGM with Star Ratings in Mind

[3275] Managing Utilization under PDGM with Star Ratings in Mind
A review of how agency outcomes affects star ratings under PDGM. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/27/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 27, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description:In this program the presenters review how agency outcomes affects star ratings under PDGM. A case study is presented focusing on care of the patient with a specific primary diagnosis and differences between caring for the patient under PPS versus PDGM. Key areas of focus will be managing inappropriate LUPAs under PDGM, cost effective approaches for improving functional status of patients under PDGM, and recommended metrics to track under PDGM. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively participate in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by implementing effective clinical approaches to contribute to improved patient outcomes under the Patient Driven Groupings Model. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Christopher Attaya, Strategic Healthcare Programs & Sue Payne, RN, MBA, Corridor About the Presenter:
Christopher Attaya joined SHP in 2014 after spending 28 years in executive and consulting positions within the Home Health and Hospice industry. In his role, he is responsible for product development and client relationships to help organizations achieve increased operational and financial performance through the use of SHP’s industry leading analytics platform and benchmark data. Prior to SHP, Chris was the CFO at the VNA of Boston and had worked at Partners Health Care at Home as CFO and CEO. He received a B.A. in Public Health from Tufts University and an M.B.A. from the Graduate School of Management at Boston University concentrating in Health Care Finance. About the Presenter:
Sue Payne joined the Corridor team in December 2016 as part of the Transpirus acquisition where she served as the Senior Vice President of Clinical Services. In her role, Sue is responsible for clinical quality and business review to assure client satisfaction. She also serves as the Corporate Compliance Officer. Sue has over 25 years in home care operations and strategic leadership. Prior to her role at Corridor, Sue was the Vice President of Home Health at Advanced Home Care and at Life Care at Home, both of which are multi-state home care providers. Prior to that, she was the Administrative Director at Bon Secours Home Care which is a multi-site hospital based home care agency. She has experience with hospital based, long term care and privately held home care companies. Sue was the recipient of the 2011 Leadership Award from the Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina. She has presented nationally at Press Ganey, Visiting Nurses Association of America, American Congress of Healthcare Executives, and State Associations on topics such as preventing avoidable readmissions, value based purchasing, staffing retention and early careerist mentoring. She currently serves as a VNAA board member and is on the VNAA Governance Committee.
Sue has a B.S degree in Nursing from Radford University, a M.B.A from the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga and holds Certification in Home Health/Hospice from the National Association of Home Care. [3275] Managing Utilization under PDGM with Star Ratings in Mind

Speaker
Attaya, Chris & Payne, Sue
Model
3275

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
MAKING IT REAL: Helping Home Health Agencies Put PDGM Into Action

[3151] MAKING IT REAL: Helping Home Health Agencies Put PDGM Into Action
Outlines essential steps to help home health teams fulfill new standards for episode payment under the Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM). TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 02/14/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Winter Policy Conference in Austin. It is one of 9 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: February 14, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Winter Policy Conference | Austin Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 2.0 Clock Hrs CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: Understanding the CMS proposed rule isn’t enough to carry a home health organization forward successfully with the new payment and quality requirements. Agencies must work to operationalize the new reality, assessing the impact and transforming policies and practices to uphold quality and maximize reimbursement. This program outlines essential steps to help home health teams fulfill new standards for episode payment under the Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM). Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively participate in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by implementing policies and practices to uphold quality patient care measures and maximize reimbursement under the Patient Driver Groupings Model. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: William J. Simione III, Managing Principal, Simione Healthcare Consultants About the Presenter:
Bill Simione III serves as Managing Principal at Simione Healthcare Consultants, leading all consulting, as well as product and service delivery to support home care and hospice business improvement. He previously managed Simione's Financial Consulting division, and has been actively involved in the home care and hospice industry for more than 25 years. Bill has held many interim management positions over the years, including Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Director of Patient Accounting for numerous home care/hospice organizations ranging from single agencies to multi-state organizations and hospital-owned postacute entities. During his interim management positions, he has been responsible for many agency turnarounds, including positioning an agency for acquisition. Bill is a highly experienced speaker addressing many national home care and hospice organizations, as well as state and local associations. He is a graduate of Villanova University with a B.S. in Accounting. [3151] MAKING IT REAL: Helping Home Health Agencies Put PDGM Into Action

Speaker
Simione III, William J.
Model
3151

$60.00

2.0 Hrs
Keeping Cool, Calm, Collected, & Healthy When the Pressure is On

[3317] Keeping Cool, Calm, Collected, & Healthy When the Pressure is On
This presentation identifies the causes and effects of stress and assists in developing the skills required to manage stress in your own life. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 11/13/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Administrator Program Conference in Houston. It is one of 20 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: November 13, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Administrator Program | Houston Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 2.0 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. 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 Program Description: Imagine what your life would be like if you could deal with all time pressures and stressful situations in a way that makes you healthier, happier and more effective? Would you be a better parent, boss, worker or friend? And, would you enjoy your family, work and friends more? The ability to control your time and your reaction to stressful situations is one of the most powerful skills you can develop. This presentation identifies the causes and effects of stress and assists in developing the skills required to manage stress in your own life. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the discussion by identifying the causes and effects of stress and develop the skills required to manage stress. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Martha Bryan, Owner, Bryan & Bryan Associates About the Presenters:
Martha Bryan is a management consultant, author, speaker, and seminar leader who speaks nationally and internationally on topics including implementing quality, excellence, leadership, vision and strategy, self-esteem and success psychology. With an education background in teaching, she has taught at both the high school and college levels and has held administrative positions in both public and private sector organizations. Her work career expands from farm laborer and cafeteria helper to positions in staff support, sales, training, and personnel administration. She has served in leadership positions for a number of organizations: chairman of college advisory boards, president of women's organizations, president of personnel administration organizations, and president of a financial institution. She left the position of personnel administrator with Snohomish County Government to start her own consulting firm, and since that time has worked with over 500 organizations and associations throughout the United States and Canada. [3317] Keeping Cool, Calm, Collected, & Healthy When the Pressure is On

Speaker
Bryan, Martha
Model
3317

$60.00

2.0 Hrs
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