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.
Wrapping Your Arms Around RAP Requirements for 2021 and Beyond
[3500] Wrapping Your Arms Around RAP Requirements for 2021 and Beyond
Learn what is needed for filing a RAP and the penalty calculation for untimely RAPs
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 9, 2021
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][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: Still questioning how your agency may be impacted by the full RAP requirements for 2021?
In this presentation Melinda Gaboury provides you with the opportunity to learn what is needed for filing a RAP and the penalty calculation for untimely RAPs.
Don't miss out on an outline of the NOA timing parameters along with operational processes for being effective with RAP submissions.
Program Learning Objective(s): Coming Soon
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Melinda Gaboury, COS-C, Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s):
Melinda Gaboury, with more than 28 years in home care, has over 18 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. She is currently serving
on the NAHC/HHFMA Advisory Board and Work Group and is Associate Director on the Home Care Association of Florida Board of Directors. Melinda is also the author of the Home
Health OASIS Guide to OASIS-D1.
[3500] Wrapping Your Arms Around RAP Requirements for 2021 and Beyond
- Speaker
- Gaboury, Melinda
- Model
- 3500
$45.00
The Secret World of HIS Measures - How CMS Validates and Changes Your HIS Responses
[3501] The Secret World of HIS Measures - How CMS Validates and Changes Your HIS Responses
Are your agency's HIS scores lower than you expected? Are you trying to figure out how you could be less than 100%?
You are not alone!
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 9, 2021
Program Description: Are your agency's HIS scores lower than you expected? Are you trying to figure out how you could be less than 100%?
You are not alone! Hospice agencies across the nation are surprised that their comprehensive assessment composite, as well as some of the individual scores are lower than expected
per CMS data. Did you know that even if you answer positively to some of these process measures, CMS has "Validation questions" embedded in the HIS to ensure your answers represent
the measure, as CMS defines it. Literally, you may say "Yes, we screened the patient for pain"- but if any of the following questions - date, rating or type of standardized tool are
not answered correctly, per the measure, CMS will change your answer to "No, we did not screen the patient for pain". This presentation uncovers these validation questions, and provides
a thorough understanding of the measures, per CMS guidance, and how to be successful 100% of the time!
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
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): Annette Lee, RN, MS, HCS-D, COS-C
About the Presenter(s):
Annette Lee has been in the home health and hospice arena for nearly 30 years!
10 of those years were spent working for the CMS MAC doing reviews and education for hospice and HH agencies. Annette left the MAC to found Provider Insights, Inc-
a consulting company that solely focuses on home health and hospice agencies. She brings her expertise from working with CMS, and the "real world" and marries these
experiences together to ensure compliance, quality and efficiency.
[3501] The Secret World of HIS Measures - How CMS Validates and Changes Your HIS Responses
- Speaker
- Lee, Annette
- Model
- 3501
$37.50
Avoiding Risky Business – A Texas Home Care Compliance Discussion
[3502] Avoiding Risky Business – A Texas Home Care Compliance Discussion
The latest legal updates in the home care
industry at the national, state, and local levels...
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 9, 2021
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][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
Program Description: In this presentation Littler Shareholder, Angelo Spinola, provides a high-level overview of the latest legal updates in the home care
industry at the national, state, and local levels. Angelo will advise on best practices to remain in compliance with the rapidly changing
legal landscape and discusses the highly anticipated legal practices that are most likely to result in new lawsuits as we move
through 2021. With a new administration in the White House and the COVID-19 vaccine, we must anticipate new challenges the industry
may face. Angelo provides you with the solid foundation you’ll need for your business to continue to thrive through 2021.
Program Learning Objective(s): Coming Soon
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Angelo Spinola, Shareholder, Littler Mendelson, P.C.
About the Presenter(s):
Angelo Spinolais a Shareholder with Littler Mendelson P.C., and is a lead attorney for the
Home Care Practice Group. He represents home care employers across the country in various types of actions brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act and various
state wage and hour laws. Appearing on behalf of employers in federal and state courts and administrative tribunals throughout the U.S., Angelo has litigated all
types of discrimination cases, including age, disability, race, national origin, sex, harassment and retaliation. Angelo’s experience also includes helping employers
respond to wage and hour investigations by the Department of Labor and state agency equivalents, conducting wage and hour practices audits, developing compliance
measures that minimize wage and hour exposure, and representing management in grievance arbitration. Additionally, Angelo assists employers with promoting an
issue-free work environment through counseling, training and other preventive strategies. He also conducts training on employment-related issues for management
personnel, lawyers and human resources professionals. Angelo received a J.D. from George Washington University Law School.
[3502] Avoiding Risky Business – A Texas Home Care Compliance Discussion
- Speaker
- Spinola, Angelo
- Model
- 3502
$45.00
Handling COVID-19 Employees and Clients: A Licensure and HR Perspective
[3503] Handling COVID-19 Employees and Clients: A Licensure and HR Perspective
Addresses the latest changes to COVID-19 leave-related laws, as well as what to consider
on encouraging, incentivizing, or mandating employee vaccinations.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 9, 2021
Program Description: This presentation addresses the latest changes to COVID-19 leave-related laws, as well as what to consider
on encouraging, incentivizing, or mandating employee vaccinations. Ms Chapa also addresses common issues affecting employers in the health care industry, such as incomplete
documentation, wage and hour issues, and options for disciplinary action. Jennifer Elder addresses the Licensure perspective of having COVID-19 positive patients and employees
and demonstrates how to access the TAHCH COVID page and resources.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§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
1.25 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): Velissa Chapa, Legal Counsel for the Commissioner, Texas Workforce Commission and Jennifer Elder, TAHCH, Home Care Regulatory and Policy Manager
About the Presenter(s):
Velissa Chapa serves as legal counsel to Aaron Demerson, the Commissioner Representing Employers at the Texas Workforce Commission.
Velissa specializes in employment law and advises the Employer Commissioner on high-level unemployment claim appeals and legislative changes. She is also responsible for answering the employer
hotline and is a regular presenter at TWC’s Texas Conference for Employers, where she discusses the laws surrounding employer policies and procedures. Velissa was born and raised in McAllen, Texas,
and worked in the private sector in the legal field for 7 years before joining the agency.
About the Presenter(s):
Jennifer Elder Jennifer Elder started with TAHC&H in September 2019. Her experience includes Home Health and Hospice
Administration, DME Management and Home Care Consulting. Prior to coming to TAHC&H she worked as a consultant from 2012 – 2017 for home health and hospice agencies and DME agencies throughout
Texas. She has hands on experience in the home care industry with the ADR process, QAPI programs, Marketing and Business Development, Licensing, Accreditation, Plans of Correction and Informal
Dispute Resolutions, Human Resources, Policy Development and Strategic Planning. Jennifer has been in the home care industry since 2007.
[3503] Handling COVID-19 Employees and Clients: A Licensure and HR Perspective
- Speaker
- Chapa, V [TX TWC] & Elder, J
- Model
- 3503
$37.50
Medicare Managed Care Billing
[3504] Medicare Managed Care Billing
Learn what you need to know BEFORE signing that Medicare Managed Care contract plus more...
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 9, 2021
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
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: Do you often find yourself asking, "To be or not to be……In Network?" In this presentation Petria McKelvey will help you learn
what you need to know BEFORE signing that contract plus more including: Credentialing, Contracts, Rates, Rules and Negotiation. Understanding how you can bill makes a significant difference
in reimbursement. Do you know if you can bill Episodic billing vs. Per Visit billing? Petria shares her expertise on understanding Clearinghouses and Benefits vs. Eligibility vs. Prior
Authorization vs. Nothing and will share tools needed to be successful: Workflows, Processes, & Plans. This is a knowledge-packed presentation on Managed Medicare Billing!
Program Learning Objective(s): Coming Soon
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Petria McKelvey, CEO, Precision Medical Billing
About the Presenter(s):
Petria McKelvey is CEO and Founder of PMB, with 30 years of experience in the medical billing industry.
Petria's expertise runs wide and deep. She has helped hundreds of private practitioners and healthcare organizations solve their billing challenges and recover millions of dollars
in lost revenues. She personally has performed over 1000 audits.
[3504] Medicare Managed Care Billing
- Speaker
- McKelvey, Petria
- Model
- 3504
$30.00
Hospice Medicare Advantage Carve-In: The Time Has Come
[3505] Hospice Medicare Advantage Carve-In: The Time Has Come
Details of the Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Model – Hospice Benefit Component.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 9, 2021
Program Description: This presentation covers the details of the Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Model – Hospice Benefit Component.
Medicare Advantage (MA) has long had coverage for home health patients, but there has never been coverage for Hospice under the MA benefit. VBID is a demonstration that will begin
January 1, 2021. There are 9 Medicare Advantage Organizations (MAO) that will be participating and have coverage in multiple states. In addition to Hospice care there is an expansion
of Palliative Care services that will be offered to patients through the MAO. CMS is testing how the hospice benefit component can improve beneficiary care through greater care coordination,
reduced fragmentation, and transparency in line with recommendations by the Office of Inspector General (OIG), the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) and others.
CMS will require that MAOs provide beneficiaries with broad access to the complete original Medicare hospice benefit. This presentation covers all known aspects of the demonstration and prepares
hospices for the reality that Medicare Advantage is now in the Hospice world.
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)
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): Melinda Gaboury, COS-C, Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s):
Melinda Gaboury, with more than 28 years in home care, has over 18 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. She is currently serving
on the NAHC/HHFMA Advisory Board and Work Group and is Associate Director on the Home Care Association of Florida Board of Directors. Melinda is also the author of the Home
Health OASIS Guide to OASIS-D1.
[3505] Hospice Medicare Advantage Carve-In: The Time Has Come
- Speaker
- Gaboury, Melinda
- Model
- 3505
$37.50
Improving Care at Home For Veterans Using Private Duty as a Care Delivery Mode
[3506] Improving Care at Home For Veterans Using Private Duty as a Care Delivery Mode
Nearly 20 million veterans in the United States and 30% of those veterans have multiple
chronic conditions that may be managed by private duty care...
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 9, 2021
Program Description: There are nearly 20 million veterans in the United States and 30% of those veterans have multiple
chronic conditions that may be managed by private duty care. Most veterans and private duty organizations are unaware of the multiple funding sources available to
pay for veterans care. Educating your team on the variety of benefits available to veterans for post-acute care (private duty, home health, and hospice care)
will ensure that your organization is ready to grow your referral sources while providing a niche market to those that have served our country so well. In this presentation
Tammy Ross will speak with retired Air Force Col. Terry Ross about where home care organizations and veterans can find the funding needed to cover care in the home
and will discuss practical considerations for caring for veterans.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][9]community resources
§558.260[a][10]marketing
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): Tammy Ross, Senior VP, Professional Services, AXXESS
About the Presenter(s):
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.
[3506] Improving Care at Home For Veterans Using Private Duty as a Care Delivery Mode
- Speaker
- Ross, Tammy
- Model
- 3506
$45.00
Economic Stimulus Package Update
[3507] Economic Stimulus Package Update
The latest developments in the world of PPP Loans...
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 9, 2021
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:
§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: In this presentation Amy Knight discusses the latest developments in the world of PPP Loans.
Amy specifically covers the round one loan forgiveness and updates for those with loans less than $150,000 as well as the qualifications for round 2 PPP Loans.
She also reviews how PPP Loan borrowers can also now participate in the Employee Retention Credit as part of the latest COVID Relief Package signed into law on 12/27/2020.
Program Learning Objective(s): Coming Soon
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Amy Knight, CPA, Knight CPA Group
About the Presenter(s):
Amy Knight is a CPA, originally from Oklahoma and
now based in Austin, Texas with over 20 years experience almost exclusively in home health and hospice. Her CPA firm, Knight
CPA Group, has extensive experience with all financial issues pertaining to home health, hospice and other healthcare providers
including cost reporting, accounting & payroll issues that are specific to healthcare providers.
[3507] Economic Stimulus Package Update
- Speaker
- Knight, Amy
- Model
- 3507
$37.50
2021 Home Infusion Benefit: “HIT” It Out of the Ballpark With Home Infusion Therapy
[3508] 2021 Home Infusion Benefit: “HIT” It Out of the Ballpark With Home Infusion Therapy
Explore the requirements needed for your agency to set up a
successful Part B revenue stream with Home Infusion.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 11, 2021
Program Description: Changes to Medicare Reimbursement are altering requirements for home infusion therapy, however, the good news is,
this can be an additional revenue stream for your agency. J'non Griffin of Home Health Solutions-A Simione Coding company and explore the requirements needed for your agency to set up a
successful Part B revenue stream with Home Infusion. Get accredited under the Home Infusion Therapy Supplier accreditation process and “HIT” it out of the ballpark by providing
this niche service. The presentation includes a discussion of what is needed to get started, and marketing towards the accreditation.
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)
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): J'non Griffin, RN,MHA,HCS-D,HCS-C,HCS-H,COS-C, President, Home Health Solutions-A Simione Coding Company
About the Presenter(s):
J'non Griffinis a 34 year veteran of home care as an RN. She received her Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration
in 2005. She has experience as a field nurse, director and executive with home health and hospice agencies, both large and small. J’non is certified as a Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D),
Certified in OASIS competency, COS-C, Certified in Homecare Coding Specialist-Hospice (HCS-H), Home Care Specialist-Compliance (HCS-C) and is an AHIMA approved ICD-10-CM trainer/ambassador.
J’non is an accredited ACHC and CHAP consultant. She has presented several webinars, and has been a nationally recognized speaker on a variety of subjects.
[3508] 2021 Home Infusion Benefit: “HIT” It Out of the Ballpark With Home Infusion Therapy
- Speaker
- Griffin, J'non
- Model
- 3508
$37.50
Caring for Veterans On Hospice Care
[3509] Caring for Veterans On Hospice Care
Understanding care concepts for this population group will ensure positive outcomes for the hospice organization,
communities, families , and most importantly for the veteran hospice patient.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 11, 2021
Program Description: Because of the unique circumstances experienced during war and peace time, veterans require individualized
hospice compassionate care delivery focused on both physical, emotional and psychosocial needs. Veterans represent nearly a third of terminally ill patients and it is important
that organizations embrace the “ We Honor our Veterans “ concepts in order to serve this population that have served us so well. By understanding the resources and benefits
available to veterans and their families for end of life care, participants are well prepared to discuss these options with their patients. Texas has the second largest veteran
population targeted to be the largest in in just one year. Understanding care concepts for this population group will ensure positive outcomes for the hospice organization,
communities, families , and most importantly for the veteran hospice patient.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][9]community resources
§558.260[a][10]marketing
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): Tammy Ross, Senior VP, Professional Services, AXXESS
About the Presenter(s):
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.
[3509] Caring for Veterans On Hospice Care
- Speaker
- Ross, Tammy
- Model
- 3509
$45.00
OIG Reports on Fraud, Waste & Abuse: Protecting the Integrity of TX Health and Human Services
[3510] OIG Reports on Fraud, Waste & Abuse: Protecting the Integrity of Texas Health and Human Services
Details specific to home care and hospice and the common areas where potential trouble can arise.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 11, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
0.5 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
§558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management
Program Description: Texas Inspector General Sylvia Hernandez Kauffman shares the results of her office’s efforts to
fight fraud, waste and abuse in Texas Medicaid and CHIP delivery. Included are details specific to home care and hospice and the common areas where potential trouble can arise in the health care industry.
Program Learning Objective(s): Coming Soon
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Sylvia Kauffman, Inspector General, Texas HHS
About the Presenter(s):
Sylvia Kauffman As the Inspector General for Texas Health and Human Services, Sylvia Hernandez Kauffman leads 600 auditors,
investigators, lawyers and professionals engaged in protecting the integrity of $42 billion in health and human services each year in Texas. Throughout her career Inspector General Kauffman has
focused on the use of data to improve outcomes. During her leadership, the OIG has reported record recoveries, expanded the uses of sophisticated data analytics and focused on preventing fraud,
waste and abuse. Inspector General Kauffman earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Stanford University and a Master of Public Policy from Harvard University.
[3510] OIG Reports on Fraud, Waste & Abuse: Protecting the Integrity of Texas Health and Human Services
- Speaker
- Kauffman, Sylvia [TX HHS]
- Model
- 3510
$15.00
PDGM and Visit Utilization: Does Your Documentation Support It?
[3512] PDGM and Visit Utilization: Does Your Documentation Support It?
Is your visit utilization based on acuity? Who determines that acuity, and is it based on benchmarks, or is it based off of “the way we have always done it”?
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 11, 2021
Program Description: We are one year into the new PDGM payment model. How has your agency adapted to not only the processes,
the payment, but also to provide visit utilization based on acuity? Who determines that acuity, and is it based on benchmarks, or is it based off of “the way we have always done it”?
You will hear when it may or may not be appropriate for nursing, therapy, or other disciplines, based off of YOUR documentation.
Implement or continue developing a sound case management program which is comprehensive, collaborative, and patient centered.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][5]quality improvement
§558.260[a][7]financial management
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): J'non Griffin, RN,MHA,HCS-D,HCS-C,HCS-H,COS-C, President, Home Health Solutions-A Simione Coding Company
About the Presenter(s):
J'non Griffin is a 34 year veteran of home care as an RN. She received her Master’s Degree in Health Care Administration
in 2005. She has experience as a field nurse, director and executive with home health and hospice agencies, both large and small. J’non is certified as a Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D),
Certified in OASIS competency, COS-C, Certified in Homecare Coding Specialist-Hospice (HCS-H), Home Care Specialist-Compliance (HCS-C) and is an AHIMA approved ICD-10-CM trainer/ambassador.
J’non is an accredited ACHC and CHAP consultant. She has presented several webinars, and has been a nationally recognized speaker on a variety of subjects.
[3512] PDGM and Visit Utilization: Does Your Documentation Support It?
- Speaker
- Griffin, J'non
- Model
- 3512
$45.00
The Balancing Act: Stratifying Hospice Length of Stay Through Referral Sources
[3513] The Balancing Act: Stratifying Hospice Length of Stay Through Referral Sources
Best practice approaches to effecting change in the average
and median length of stay.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 11, 2021
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][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
§558.260[a][10]marketing
Program Description: Length of stay is one of the primary determinants in a hospice agency's clinical, quality, and financial success.
The most effective way to impact the length of stay is by stratifying referral source types. This presentation details best practice approaches to effecting change in the average
and median length of stay through analysis of current census and referral source diversification. Participants will be able to describe their agency’s length of stay patterns as
they relate to referral sources and apply best practice approaches to stratify length of stay in multiple referral source types.
Program Learning Objective(s): Coming Soon
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Cindy Campbell, MHA Healthcare Informatics, BSN, RN, Director Operational Consulting, Wellsky
About the Presenter(s):
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.
[3513] The Balancing Act: Stratifying Hospice Length of Stay Through Referral Sources
- Speaker
- Campbell, Cindy
- Model
- 3513
$45.00
Inclusive Leadership: A Critical Leadership Milestone
[3514] Inclusive Leadership: A Critical Leadership Milestone
Your role as a homecare leader for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 11, 2021
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][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: In this session you'll discover a safe space to hear about and talk about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
After a brief overview of DEI, attendees are invited to complete a self-assessment to explore their readiness for the Inclusive Leadership journey.
Ms West shares how clarity of values and mastery of distinct traits can equip today’s leaders to become catalysts for meaningful change and a more effective fight against bias and discrimination.
Program Learning Objective(s): Coming Soon
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Belinda West, OTR, C-SIPT Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, Clinical Director, Therapy Occupation Humanity, Founder
About the Presenter(s):
Belinda West's career as a licensed and registered Occupational Therapist has spanned more than 35 years.
Settings include psychiatric, acute care, burns, SNF, school-based, adult, and pediatric home health. As the Clinical Quality Director, for Thrive SPC, Belinda provides leadership,
consultation, regulatory support, staff education, and program development. She frequently speaks on ethics, clinical excellence, and personal development topics for a variety of
entities across the country.She is the Founder of Occupation Humanity, LLC (in launch phase), which provides DEI consultation and experiential programming committed to fighting
healthcare disparity.She proudly served on the TAHCH Education and Pediatric Committees in the past and was accepted to resume service on the Pediatric Committee in 2019.
Belinda is also honored to serve as the Chair of the TAHCH DEI Task Force, which was formed in 2020.
[3514] Inclusive Leadership: A Critical Leadership Milestone
- Speaker
- West, Belinda
- Model
- 3514
$45.00
Growth Hacks for Your Agency
[3516] Growth Hacks for Your Agency
Educational and entertaining growth strategies you can implement sitting behind a computer!
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Winter Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 11, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
0.75 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][10]marketing
Program Description: In this presentation Jeff Howell delivers an educational and entertaining session on new growth strategies for the home care industry.
Witness real-life examples, demonstrating how a home care agency can grow sitting behind a computer!
Program Learning Objective(s): Coming Soon
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jeff Howell, Director of Growth, Alayacare
About the Presenter(s):
Jeff Howell is the Director of Growth at AlayaCare and since joining Alayacare,
the company has grown from 74 to 500 employees and Jeff has overseen all of AlayaCare’s growth strategies. He has presentations on a myriad of growth
topics and a 30,000 foot view presentation as well.
[3516] Growth Hacks for Your Agency
- Speaker
- Howell, Jeff
- Model
- 3516
$22.50
C2C QIC Appeal Demo Phone Discussion & Reopening Process
[3517] C2C QIC Appeal Demo Phone Discussion & Reopening Process
Medicare Providers: an overview of the PAE Telephone Discussion process as well as the reopening
process.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 2021
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
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: CMS uses Telephone Discussions to give Part A East providers the opportunity to provide
verbal testimony through a phone discussion that could possibly result in a favorable outcome. After success with the discussions in DME, in April 2019,
CMS expanded the appeals Demonstration to Part A East. C2C will provide an overview of the PAE Telephone Discussion process as well as the reopening
process which allows potential cases to be remanded back from the ALJ and reopened at the reconsideration level.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Emily Barnes, Education & Outreach Specialist,C2C Innovative Solutions, Inc.,
the Part A East Qualified Independent Contractor (QIC) and Charles Canaan, Palmetto GBA.
About the Presenter(s):
Emily Barnes received a Bachelor’s degree in Health Services Administration in 2002,
followed by a Masters’ degree and Specialist degree in Education Leadership. Prior to joining C2C Innovative Solutions, Inc. in 2015, Emily worked in the public
sector for 14 years, including an administrative roll for 5 of those years. Emily currently meets with CMS, OMHA, and the MACs regularly to present updates and
information regarding the Part A East Appeals Demonstration. For the last six years, Mrs. Barnes has been the Education & Outreach Specialist, sharing the
Telephone Discussion Demonstration at numerous conferences, state association meetings, national presentations and Jurisdiction Council advisory meetings.
Mrs. Barnes brings a wealth of information and over 15 years’ experience to C2C Innovative Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s):
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.
[3517] C2C QIC Appeal Demo Phone Discussion & Reopening Process
- Speaker
- Barnes, Emily & Canaan, Charles
- Model
- 3517
$30.00
Handling Unemployment Appeals and Returning to Work in a Post- COVID World
[3518] Handling Unemployment Appeals and Returning to Work in a Post- COVID World
Learn how to successfully respond to unemployment
claims and appeals and much more.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 2021
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
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: Have unemployment claims been a big issue for your agency? Do you find yourself experiencing
higher than normal claims and looking for help in this area? If so, this presentation is for you! You will learn how to successfully respond to unemployment
claims and appeals and how to address successful return to work strategies in a post-vaccine, post-covid world.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Carrie Hoffman, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP
About the Presenter(s):
Carrie Hoffman represents and counsels major employers nationwide in all areas of labor
and employment law across a wide range of industries including retail. Carrie is highly regarded for her experience with wage and hour issues, as well as
employment discrimination and retaliation claims. She regularly reviews and drafts employment agreements – such as covenants not to compete – and advises
clients on a wide variety of labor and employment issues such as Workplace safety, Workplace harassment, Union avoidance and election campaigns, Leaves of absence,
Hiring, termination and severance policies and procedures and Litigation avoidance.
[3518] Handling Unemployment Appeals and Returning to Work in a Post- COVID World
- Speaker
- Hoffman, Carrie
- Model
- 3518
$30.00
Compliance Issues of the Various COVID Assistance Programs
[3519] Compliance Issues of the Various COVID Assistance Programs
Learn how these programs interact with one another and how to keep your agency in compliance when it comes to reporting for each one.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 2021
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][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: Amy Knight walks you through the compliance side of the most popular and
widely received COVID financial assistance programs including PPP Loans, HHS Provider Relief Funds, CARES Act sick pay and Employee Retention Credits.
Each program is complicated on its own, but when multiple programs are utilized the compliance gets far more tricky.
Learn how each of these programs interact with one another and how to keep your agency in compliance when it comes to reporting for each one.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Amy Knight,CPA, Knight CPA Group
About the Presenter(s):
Amy Knight, was originally from Oklahoma and is now based in Austin, Texas with over 20 years
experience almost exclusively in home health and hospice. Her CPA firm, Knight CPA Group, has extensive experience with all financial issues pertaining
to home health, hospice and other healthcare providers including cost reporting, accounting & payroll issues that are specific to healthcare providers.
[3519] Compliance Issues of the Various COVID Assistance Programs
- Speaker
- Knight, Amy
- Model
- 3519
$45.00
HHS Licensing via TULIP: Licensure Application/Renewals/Access/Payment Portal
[3520] HHS Licensing via TULIP: Licensure Application/Renewals/Access/Payment Portal
In this rich-media training presentation Texas HHSC personnel provide useful information on TULIP to clarify use of this portal for TX HCSSAs.
Hello There! Are you a Nurse Aide or a Medication Aide looking for TULIP?
If so, you are NOT at the Texas HHS TULIP Portal; however here is some info for you!
Effective July 5, 2023, Nurse Aides (NAs) and Medication Aides (MAs) are now
required to use the new credentialing system in the Texas Unified Licensure
Information Portal (TULIP) for licensing certification or permitting activities. PL 2023-14
The original grace period was through October 31st, however, there was a significant
backlog due to identified system issues which led to an extended grace period. All NAs
certifications and MA permits active on June 16, 2023, will be considered active until
April 30, 2024.
Nurse aides renewing their certification are required to complete 24 hours of inservice education every 2 years. NAR Approved In-Service Education Programs has a list of approved programs. Nurse aides may complete 12 of the required 24 hours of in-service education in a healthcare entity other than a facility licensed or certified by HHS, the Texas Department of State Health Services or the Texas Board of
Nursing.
Effective July 5, 2023, HHSC will not accept or process paper forms that are emailed, mailed or faxed to HHSC.
So, click the following link to go to the Texas HHSC TULIP Online Licensure Application System
The official pages of the TX HHSC and TULIP portal display FAQs and TX HHSC contact info for your questions and inquiries.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 2021
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
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: The web-based system for Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Unified Licensure Information Portal (TULIP),
was designed for licensed long-term care providers. HHSC presents useful information to clarify use of this portal and provides information on the use of this system including but not limited to the following:
access to licensure information
licensure application and renewals
updates to the licensure information
user manual resource
payment portal use
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Trent Banks, HHSC Regulatory Services
About the Presenter(s):
Trent Banksis currently the Manager of Licensing and Certification with
Long-term Care Regulatory Licensing and Credentialing for the Health and Human Services Commission. He has served as the Home Health (HCSSA) Manager,
an Investigator VI (Team Lead) with Professional Credentialing Enforcement Unit, Regulatory Services Division with Health Human Service Commission.
He previously served as an Investigator IV in the PCEU at the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). Prior to that, he was an investigator
at the Texas Department of Juvenile Justice’s Office of Inspector General. Trent was previously a Youth Rights Specialist in the Office of General
Counsel at the Texas Youth Commission where he worked to ensure the Rights and Safety of juvenile offenders. Trent has a bachelor’s degree in
International Studies from Southwest Texas State University.
[3520] HHS Licensing via TULIP: Licensure Application/Renewals/Access/Payment Portal
- Speaker
- Banks, Trent [TX HHSC]
- Model
- 3520
$30.00
Buying & Selling: Insights on Home Health & Hospice Transactions
[3521] Buying & Selling: Insights on Home Health & Hospice Transactions
Information for buyers and sellers regarding what to expect and highlights
key considerations...
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 2021
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
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: M&A activity in the home health and hospice space has increased
in the past few years. While COVID-19 may have caused unforeseen consequences in these industries, M&A activity is expected to rebound
(and even outpace previous years). This program provides information to buyers and sellers regarding what to expect and highlights
key considerations for transactions in this space. Specifically, it includes:
an overview of the home health and hospice industries
an overview of the transaction process
tips for buyers and sellers preparing for a transaction.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Rossanna J. Howard and Jonathan E. Sterling, Brown & Fortunato, P.C.
About the Presenter(s):
Rossanna J. Howardis an attorney with the Health Care Group at Brown & Fortunato, P.C.,
a law firm based in Amarillo, Texas. Rossanna has assisted physician groups, long-term care facilities, HME companies, pharmacies, and other health care
providers with a range of health care issues including regulatory review of business arrangements; questions related to regulatory hurdles in business
transactions; credentialing issues; competitive bidding questions; payor audits; and state and federal government investigations. She is a member of the
State Bar of Texas, the American Health Lawyers Association, and the Houston Bar Association. Rossanna graduated from Baylor University in 2007 and
attended law school at Saint Louis University School of Law. While in law school, she concentrated her studies in health care, earning a Health Law
concentration. Simultaneously, Rossanna also earned a Master in Public Health with a focus in Health Policy from Saint Louis University School of Public Health.
About the Presenter(s):
Jonathan E. Sterlingis an attorney with the Corporate and Finance Group at Brown & Fortunato, P.C., a
law firm based in Amarillo, Texas. Jonathan’s practice includes general business matters with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, healthcare transactions,
corporate governance, business start-ups, business counseling, corporate finance, and contract drafting and negotiation. He has served as the principal advisor on
numerous healthcare transactions in various industries helping clients achieve their goals and implement unique business strategies. He is a member of the
State Bar of Texas, the Dallas Bar Association, and the Dallas Association of Young Lawyers. Jonathan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2012
and then graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2015 with honors.
[3521] Buying & Selling: Insights on Home Health & Hospice Transactions
- Speaker
- Howard, Rossanna & Sterling, Tre
- Model
- 3521
$30.00
