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.
Medicare Advantage: Digging In the Details
[3832] Medicare Advantage: Digging In the Details
Covers provider issues with Medicare Advantage Plans.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Fort Worth | Rich-Media Presentation Capture for Your Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 21, 2024
Presentation Track | Medicare Home Health
Program Description: Home Health providers are grappling with the shift in the Medicare eligible population into Medicare Advantage Plans (MA Plans).
Providers are asking: What are the implications of current demographic trends? What operational and financial issues should providers expect as their payer mix shifts to mostly Managed Care?
Being successful in this environment of these payer mix changes requires agencies to understand their costs of treating these patients and other impacts on their operations on an individual contract basis.
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
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.25 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.21.2026
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses
Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151
Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation.
Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.”
Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use
their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence
of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the
education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Melinda Gaboury, COS-C, Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s): Melinda A. 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.
[3832] Medicare Advantage: Digging In the Details
- Speaker
- Gaboury, Melinda
- Model
- 3832
$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
Medicare Quality Outcomes: How to Catch Up with HH-CAHPS
[3437] Medicare Quality Outcomes: How to Catch Up with HH-CAHPS
Are you getting the most out of your patient satisfaction scores?
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | 51st Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 1, 2020
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][10]marketing
Program Description: HH-CAHPS surveys have been on hold for months due to the COVID 19 chaos.
Do you understand what that may mean to your agency and the impact it may have? The CAHPS survey requirement has been in place for some time,
and publicly reported since 2012. Ensure that data is meaningful and useful, and that you are getting the most out of your patient satisfaction
scores and how you are in control of your customer satisfaction and outcomes.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Colleen Bryan, Senior Consultant and Lead Educator, JCC Consulting
About the Presenter(s):
Colleen Bryan has worked in the home care industry since 1996, holding various positions in
both home health & hospice agencies including field nurse, case manager, educator, QA manager, DON and Administrator. Colleen is currently a senior consultant and
lead educator with JCC Consulting, and services home health and hospice agencies in Texas. Colleen enjoys helping agency leaders navigate the constant changes and
challenges in the current home health and hospice industries. She enjoys assisting in the incorporation of meaningful and impactful changes into their agency’s
operations – both administrative and clinical, in order to provide high quality care that is both sustainable while maintaining regulatory requirements and
promoting excellent patient care.
[3437] Medicare Quality Outcomes: How to Catch Up with HH-CAHPS
- Speaker
- Woods, Colleen
- Model
- 3437
$45.00
Medicare Targeted Probe & Educate
[3116] Medicare Targeted Probe & Educate
Learn how to respond to record requests and subsequent audit findings.
TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/08/2018 at the Texas Association of Home Care
& Annual Conference in Frisco. It is one of 16 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 8, 2018
TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Frisco
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][2]development and interpretation of agency policies
§558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: This program reviews the goal of the Targeted Probe & Educate audit process.
Learn how to respond to these record requests as well as the subsequent audit findings. The timelines for responses and the
recoupment process are defined. This presentation describes likely audit risks for home health agencies and how to
monitor those risks, including analyzing PEPPER reports. It will not only assist in providing a checklist for the
documentation required to be sent in, but also suggest a checklist of things to review in the chart before sending it in.
Program Learning Outcome:
Learners will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by using the PEPPER reports
to target documentation enhancements that will result in more successful Targeted Probe and Educate results.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Melinda A. Gaboury, COS-C Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Provider Solutions
About the Presenter:
Melinda 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.
[3116] Medicare Targeted Probe & Educate
- Speaker
- Gaboury, Melinda
- Model
- 3116
$45.00
Medicare Telehealth and Telecommunications Technology in Home Health and Hospice
[3648] Medicare Telehealth And Telecommunications Technology In Home Health And Hospice
A 2022 TAHC&H Member Webinar - Now Available to All!
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | 2022 Monthly Member Webinars | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 7, 2022
Program Description: Unfortunately, COVID-19 has now been with us for two years and isn’t expected to fade away any time soon.
In the wake of COVID-19, CMS has taken a number of steps to make it easier for patients to be treated remotely, using telehealth. Many home health and hospice agencies
have expressed interest in this treatment approach and are still evaluating whether or not to implement its use in their agency. Unfortunately, there is still a lot of
confusion with regard to the use of telehealth when providing home health or hospice care. During this webinar, we will try to address a number of your questions in this regard.
Join attorneys Ashley Morgan and Jennifer Papapanagiotou for a discussion of the current home health and hospice telehealth environment and the risks that your agency
may face should you choose to employ this type of care.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.0 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 09.07.2024
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses
Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151
Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation.
Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.”
Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use
their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence
of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the
education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jennifer Papapanagiotou and Ashley Morgan | Liles Parker Attorneys & Counselors at Law
About the Presenter(s):
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.
About the Presenter(s):
Ashley Morgan is an Associate Attorney in Liles Parker’s Washington, DC office where she focuses
her practice on regulatory health care compliance matters, fraud and abuse, and reimbursement issues. Ashley represents health care providers across the country in
connection with a wide variety of health law issues including coverage disputes, documentation concerns, compliance, medical board complaints, and exclusion / termination
issues. Ashley has worked with an assortment of providers including dentists, home health companies, hospice agencies, primary care and specialty physicians, mental health
professionals, physical therapists, and licensed acupuncturists.
[3648] Medicare Telehealth And Telecommunications Technology In Home Health And Hospice
- Speaker
- Liles Parker Attorneys
- Model
- W3648
$30.00
Medicare: Audit-Proofing Your MCR Documentation
[3430] Medicare: Audit-Proofing Your MCR Documentation
Covers how proper documentation will alleviate the fear of ADRs, payment reviews and recoupments.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | 51st Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | August 27, 2020
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][2]development and interpretation of agency policies
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: Do you fear ADRs, payment reviews and recoupments? Medicare agencies have multiple
regulations to juggle in a normal year, but with the pandemic’s emergency waivers thrown in the mix, it’s easy to overlook something. This session covers
how proper documentation will alleviate this fear as you learn strategies to prevent the largest majority of Medicare payment recoupments. Jennifer brings
an insightful overview of Medicare documentation requirements that will help you refocus and double check Medicare Coverage and Payment requirements
including:
CoPs
ADRs
TPE
RCD
COVID implications
survey readiness
Emergency Plan Preparedness documentation
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jennifer Osburn RN, HCS-D, COS-C, President/Founder, Home Centered Insights
About the Presenter(s):
Jennifer Osburn Jennifer Gibson Osburn is a Registered Nurse with over 26 years of
combined staff nurse, clinical management, administrator, and technology experience. She is a certified OASIS specialist and Home Health coder and uses
this diverse background to engage attendees across the nation. Past seminar experience includes presentations for The Joint Commission, CHAP, NAHC, and
numerous state home health associations. As a seasoned Medicare regulatory thought leader, Jennifer regularly trains on PDGM, Conditions of Participation,
Emergency Preparedness, Infection Control, QAPI, Documentation, Coding, OASIS, agency operations and management. Her heart for teaching and supporting home
health professionals is the foundation on which she has launched a private home health education practice, Home Centered Insights. She is committed to the
success of the home care industry and currently serves TAHCH’s Clinical Practice, Medicare, and Government Affairs committees.
[3430] Medicare: Audit-Proofing Your MCR Documentation
- Speaker
- Osburn, Jennifer
- Model
- 3430
$45.00
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
Mental Health and Pediatric Care
[3699] Mental Health and Pediatric Care
Importance of utilizing mental health resources in pediatric care.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H 53rd Annual Meeting | Round Rock | Rich-Media Capture | On-Line, On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 1, 2022
Program Description: There is no question that the last few years have pushed caregivers and staff to their limits.
Join noted AXXESS speakers, Lisa Malone and Brian Nelson, as they discuss the importance of utilizing mental health resources and support for all those
involved in pediatric care. Don’t miss out on this crucial information to take back to your agency!
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Lisa Malone, RN, Clinical Product Manager at AXXESS and Brian Nelson, Product Marketing Manager, AXXESS
About the Presenter(s):
Lisa Malone is a Clinical Product Manager at Axxess, the fastest-growing home healthcare technology company.
She drives the partnership with internal stakeholders to guide solutions from concept to launch. Prior to joining Axxess, she served as the Director of Clinical Services for a
home care organization, where she led a team of professionals in providing exceptional care.
About the Presenter(s):
Brian Nelson is the Home Care Product Manager at Axxess, the fastest-growing home healthcare
technology company. He provides leadership for the Home Care team by working with both clients and engineers to ensure operational success of the Home Care solution.
Prior to working with Axxess, he served as the regional field operations manager at Maxim Healthcare Services where he successfully led several software implementations throughout his region.
[3699] Mental Health and Pediatric Care
- Speaker
- Malone,Lisa & Nelson,Brian
- Model
- 3699
$30.00
Mergers & Acquisitions | Legal
[3469] Mergers & Acquisitions
Helps buyers and sellers prepare for the rebound in
transaction activity.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Administrator Program | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 19, 2020
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: M&A activity in the home health, hospice, and private duty space has increased in the past few years.
COVID-19 has resulted in a slight slowdown, but it is expected to be temporary. This program provides information to help buyers and sellers prepare for the rebound in
transaction activity and includes:
an overview of the transaction process
discussion of issues and considerations unique to acquisitions of post-acute care providers,
including unique diligence review and change of ownership processes
tips for buyers and sellers preparing for a transaction
Program Learning Objective(s): Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and will be able to identify unique
post acute provider merger and acquisition issues and discuss tips for buyers and sellers to consider.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Allison Shelton, Esq, Health Care Group, Brown & Fortunato | Tom Knapp, Esq, Health Care Group, Brown & Fortunato
About the Presenter(s):
Allison Shelton is Board Certified in Health Law, and she practices with the Health Care Group at Brown & Fortunato, P.C.
Ms. Shelton advises home health agencies and hospice providers on a variety of matters involving health care laws, such as the Conditions of Participation, the anti-kickback statute, the Stark Law, and HIPAA.
Tom Knapp is a member of Brown & Fortunato’s Corporate Group, where he is a shareholder. Tom serves as the lead advisor to buyers and sellers in numerous
health law transactions involving the sales and acquisitions of home health agencies, hospices, durable medical equipment companies, pharmacies, medical groups, and other healthcare related entities.
In that capacity, he assists clients ranging from individuals to private equity groups in all aspects of these transactions
[3469] Mergers & Acquisitions
- Speaker
- Shelton, Allison & Knapp, Tom
- Model
- 3469
$37.50
Mergers and Acquisitions | Financial
[3615] Mergers and Acquisitions
Have you ever thought about selling your agency?
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Winter Conference 2022 | Dallas | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 23, 2022
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 you ever thought about selling your agency? If that was a YES--then you don't want to miss Brian Brunderman and Joe Lynch as they
discuss the market recap and fundamentals of selling your agency. Learn about the challenges you may face during the selling process and listen to the "do's and don'ts" of selling as well
as review examples that bring reality to this transaction. This program provides vital information at a time that is crucial in our industry!
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Brian Bruenderman, Stoneridge Partners & Joe Lynch, Stoneridge Partners
About the Presenter(s):
Brian Bruenderman brings almost 20 years of M&A experience to Stoneridge Partners - nearly a decade has been devoted exclusively to companies serving the health and human services arena.
Brian Bruenderman joined Stoneridge Partners after a successful stint as Director of Business Development for Almost Family, a leading provider of home health nursing, rehabilitation and personal care services with over 250 locations in 15 states. During his tenure, despite much uncertainty in the home health industry at the time, Almost Family acquired $160 million in annual revenues, including the largest transaction in the company’s history.
Prior to Almost Family, Bruenderman was the Senior Director of Development for ResCare, Inc., a national human services company with more than $1.6 billion in revenue and operations in 42 states. Bruenderman's strategic approach to developing new markets through selective acquisitions led to $350 million in growth for ResCare and launched the company into the Fortune 1000. Today, he has been involved in the purchase of over 125 health and human service companies.
Bruenderman received his Bachelor of Arts degree and Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville. While in college, he purchased several small businesses and credits his later success to that experience. His business background and legal education give him the skills and perspective to successfully negotiate transactions all the way through closing. Specifically, his almost two decades of involvement with strategic buyers gives him a unique insight into how they approach valuation, diligence and negotiation. This combination of education and experience makes him a valuable addition to any transaction.
Bruenderman runs the Louisville office.
About the Presenter(s):
Joe Lynch has more than 30 years of healthcare expertise.
At Stoneridge Partners, he brings experience in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, finance, regulatory compliance, human resources
and business development. After receiving his Business Administration degree from the University of Mississippi, Joe began his career
working closely with corporate management to successfully grow OrNda Healthcorp’s (now Tenet’s) home health care presence. In 1997, he
founded Reachout Home Care, a Medicare and private duty agency, where he served as co-owner and CEO. Over the next 17 years, Joe
steadily grew Reachout through both acquisition and organic growth into three operating companies in Dallas and Houston, employing
more than 170 health care workers. In 2014, he sold his company to Humana. Throughout his career, he has been a leader in revenue
growth and expansion via start-ups, acquisitions and organic growth through marketing and sales in both public and private companies. He
has worked in the health care industry for decades and brings his vast experience along with a high degree of professionalism to each transaction.
[3615] Mergers and Acquisitions
- Speaker
- Bruenderman, Brian | Lynch, Joe
- Model
- 3615
$30.00
Mergers, Acquisitions & Strategic Partnerships in the New Frontier of Home Care & Hospice
[3359] Mergers, Acquisitions and Strategic Partnerships in the New Frontier of Home Care and Hospice
How PDGM is affecting the mergers and
acquisitions market of home health and hospice agencies...
NOW AVAILABLE: RELEASED 02/27/2020 This program was presented on 2.12.2020 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Winter Conference in Denton.
It is one of 18 presentations captured and produced for online access.
Presentation Info:
Presentation Date: February 12, 2020
TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Winter Conference | Denton
Subscription Type: Individual
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 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
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: The biggest change in home health and hospice payments since the Prospective Payment System (PPS) in 2000 will be implemented on January 1, 2020.
The Patient Driven Groupings Model (PDGM) is sure to be a game-changer for the way agencies are operated and care is provided in the home. This session will discuss how PDGM is affecting the mergers and
acquisitions market of home health and hospice agencies, what the valuation drivers are and the impact on budget, cash flow, growth and sustainability.
Program Learning Outcome: Participants will be able to discuss how PDGM is affecting the home care industry and how to identify strategies to build partnerships that serve to distinguish their agency.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Brian Bruenderman, Partner and Executive Vice President, Stoneridge Partners
About the Presenter:
Brian Bruenderman brings almost 20 years of M&A experience to Stoneridge Partners - nearly a decade has been devoted
exclusively to companies serving the health and human services arena.
Brian Bruenderman joined Stoneridge Partners after a successful stint as Director of Business Development for Almost Family, a leading provider of home health nursing,
rehabilitation and personal care services with over 250 locations in 15 states. During his tenure, despite much uncertainty in the home health industry at the time, Almost Family acquired $160
million in annual revenues, including the largest transaction in the company’s history. Prior to Almost Family, Bruenderman was the Senior Director of Development for ResCare, Inc., a national
human services company with more than $1.6 billion in revenue and operations in 42 states. Bruenderman's strategic approach to developing new markets through selective acquisitions led to $350
million in growth for ResCare and launched the company into the Fortune 1000. Today, he has been involved in the purchase of over 125 health and human service companies. Bruenderman received his
Bachelor of Arts degree and Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville. While in college, he purchased several small businesses and credits his later success to that experience. His
business background and legal education give him the skills and perspective to successfully negotiate transactions all the way through closing. Specifically, his almost two decades of involvement
with strategic buyers gives him a unique insight into how they approach valuation, diligence and negotiation. This combination of education and experience makes him a valuable addition to any transaction.
[3359] Mergers, Acquisitions and Strategic Partnerships in the New Frontier of Home Care and Hospice
- Speaker
- Bruenderman, Brian
- Model
- 3359
$37.50
Minimizing Risk w/ General Inpatient Continuous Service Intensity Admissions
[3055] Minimizing Your Risk with General Inpatient Continuous Service Intensity Admissions
Education-Training Credits:
1.25 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate
Summary:Effective management and documentation
of GIP admissions.
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
Faculty: Diane Datz
Program Description: After the Office of Inspector (OIG)
probes of hospice GIP admissions in 2011 and 2012, hospices have come under increasing scrutiny when providing
this level of care. The OIG reviews found that 27% of hospices reviewed did not provide GIP to any of their
Medicare hospice patients; and non-compliance was found in meeting admissions criteria, documentation, physician
involvement, IDT oversight, and more. This presentation provides tools for the effective management and documentation
of GIP admissions.
Presentation Date: 08.10.2017
Learning Outcomes(s): Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance
their practice by ensuring compliance with federal regulations governing general inpatient admissions to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
About the Presenter:
Diane Datz has been a hospice nurse and chaplain for over twenty years.
She is a certified CHAP and ACHC consultant and is currently the hospice regulatory specialist and Hospice Program Director for HealthCare ConsultLink.
Her duties include education and training to hospice agencies, and maintaining regulatory compliance for HealthCare ConsultLink's hospice policy and
procedure manuals. Diane is on the Boards of Texas and New Mexico Hospice Organization and ABODE: Contemplative Care for the Dying. In addition to her
hospice commitment, Diane is an ordained priest in The Old Catholic Church.
[3055] Minimizing Your Risk with General Inpatient Continuous Service Intensity Admissions
- Speaker
- Datz, Diane
- Model
- 3055
$37.50
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
Mission Possible - Next Level Business Development Strategies to Grow your Business in 2023
[3707] Mission Possible - Next Level Business Development Strategies to Grow your Business in 2023
Explores the ways to position your organization and team for growth, innovation and next level business development.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 14, 2022
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:
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][10]marketing
Program Description: Have you been struggling to scale your business during the time of scarcity and the recession?
Jennifer Prescott RN, MSN, CDP, explores the ways to position your organization and team for growth, innovation and next level business development. This presentation will help you identify the following:
When is it time to grow the footprint of your organization or add additional revenue lines of service?
5 key steps to keeping your team focused on growth opportunities that are best for your business
Best practices for strategic planning for your organization
5 key leadership strategies that will help you improve the culture of your organization
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, Founder, Blue Water Homecare and Hospice
About the Presenter(s):
Jennifer Prescott is the founder of Blue Water Homecare and Hospice and a Registered Nurse.
She is responsible for the strategic direction, vision and growth of the fastest growing independent Home care agency in Central Texas.
As a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in nursing and clinical operations, Jennifer is known for compassionate
care for the elderly and maximizing operational excellence. She most recently served as Regional Executive Director at Altus Hospice where she increased sales
300% and tripled the average daily census in 2 1/2 years. Before that, Jennifer was Nurse Manager Operations at Duke University Hospital where she managed the
daily operations of three ambulatory clinics serving 36,000 patients per year. During her tenure, initiatives Jennifer led resulted in a 75% reduction in fall
rates during a six month period. Jennifer began her nursing career learning industry best practices at world class Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Jennifer holds a Masters of Science in Nursing from Duke University specializing in Healthcare Leadership and a Bachelor of Science
in Nursing from University of Delaware. Jennifer proudly serves as an Executive Board Member for Capital Area Parkinson’s Society, and VP of Outreach and Education.
She is also on the Executive Board of The Alzheimer's Association Central Texas Chapter. Jennifer is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP). She is based in Austin, TX.
[3707] Mission Possible - Next Level Business Development Strategies to Grow your Business in 2023
- Speaker
- Prescott, Jennifer
- Model
- 3707
$37.50
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
My Employee/Client is COVID-19 Positive - What Do I Do Now?
[3448] My Employee/Client is COVID-19 Positive — What Do I Do Now?
Includes the most current knowledge of HHSC guidance...
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | 51st Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 3, 2020
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: Are you often asking yourself what your next steps should be when one of your employees or
clients tests COVID 19 positive? Look no further! With noted speakers, Kay Hollers and TAHCH Regulatory manager, Jennifer Elder, you will walk away from this
presentation with the most current knowledge of HHSC guidance. They will provide you with resources that are the latest recommendations as you will find yourself in
a moderated discussion on what steps agencies should be taking including policy, documentation and clinical aspects.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jennifer Elder, TAHCH, Home Care Regulatory and Policy Manager | Kay Hollers, BSN, RN, MPH, Consultant, Healthcare Consultlink
About the Presenter(s):
Jennifer Elder Jennifer Elder started with TAHC&H in September 2019 as the Home Care Regulatory and Policy Manager.
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.
About the Presenter(s):
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. She currently is a consultant with HealthCare Consultlink. Kay likes to share her experiences and knowledge with
audiences and has been a frequent presenter for TAHCH conferences and seminars.
[3448] My Employee/Client is COVID-19 Positive — What Do I Do Now?
- Speaker
- Elder, Jennifer | Hollers, Kay
- Model
- 3448
$45.00
Myth Busters on Maintenance Therapy
[3550] Myth Busters on Maintenance Therapy
An overview of the do’s & don’ts of maintenance therapy.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 15, 2021
Program Description: Concerns and questions frequently presented to Kornetti & Krafft Health Care Solutions regarding maintenance
therapy focus on proper beneficiary identification, supportive documentation, therapy utilization and billing procedures. Getting this information right is critical for any
organization to ensure that the revenue generated by this arm of the benefit is soundly protected in the audit-intensive environment the industry is experiencing.
This program provides you with an overview of the do’s & don’ts of maintenance therapy.
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
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.50 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): Cindy Krafft PT, MS, HCS-O, Owner / Founder, Kornetti & Krafft Health Care Solutions
About the Presenter(s):
Cindy Krafft is an owner of Kornetti & Krafft Health Care Solutions based in Florida. She brings more than
25 years of home health expertise that ranges from direct patient care to operational / management issues as well as a passion for understanding regulations. For the past 15 years,
Cindy has been a nationally recognized educator in the areas of documentation, regulation, therapy utilization and OASIS. She has and currently serves on multiple Technical Expert
Panels with CMS Contractors working on clinical and payment reforms and bundled payment care initiatives. Cindy is an active member of the National Association of Home Care and
Hospice (NAHC) and currently serves on multiple committees. She has written 3 books – The How-to Guide to Therapy Documentation, An Interdisciplinary Approach to Home Care and the
Handbook to Home Health Therapy Documentation – and co-authored her fourth, The Post-Acute Care Guide to Maintenance Therapy with her business partner Diana Kornetti PT, MA, HCS-D.
[3550] Myth Busters on Maintenance Therapy
- Speaker
- Krafft, Cindy
- Model
- 3550
$45.00
Navigating and Understanding the Importance of Employment Law
[3130] Navigating and Understanding the Importance of Employment Law
How understanding these laws can reduce your legal risk.
Presentation Info:
Presentation Date: November 12, 2018
TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H HCSSA Administrator Program | Houston
Subscription Type: Individual
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.25 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][2]development and interpretation of agency policies
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
Program Description: In this presentation employment lawyers Angelo Spinola and Melissa Judd
from Littler Mendelson guide you through the alphabet soup of employment law and explain how understanding these laws can reduce your
legal risk. You will gain an understanding of recent legislative and litigation trends – including recordkeeping, time keeping systems,
off-the-clock work, independent contractors, and best practices for disciplining and terminating employees. You will also learn how to
identify problems and solutions, and use the resources available to you to keep your business on the right track.
Program Learning Outcome:
Participants will identify how to remain in compliance with wage and hour laws.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Angelo Spinola & Melissa Judd, Littler Mendelson
About the Presenter:
Angelo Spinola regularly represents employers across the country in collective,
class, and hybrid 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 United States, Angelo has litigated all types of discrimination cases, including age, disability,
race, national origin, sex, harassment and retaliation. Additionally, Angelo regularly assists employers to promote 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 and is a regular speaker before business organizations and human resource groups on a wide variety of employment law topics.
About the Presenter:
Melissa Judd Shareholder with Littler Mendelson, is an ardent advocate, offers candid advice,
and helps devise business-oriented solutions to maximize positive results and mitigate risk for her clients. Melissa represents and counsels management clients in
connection with a wide array of labor and employment matters arising under federal and state laws. She provides advice to her clients regarding best employment
practices and on various employment concerns to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with federal, state, or local laws, including
resolving wage-and-hour concerns and conducting effective investigations related to employee misconduct or allegations of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
[3130] Navigating and Understanding the Importance of Employment Law
- Speaker
- Spinola, Angelo & Judd, Melissa
- Model
- 3130
$37.50
Navigating Delicate Dialogues: The Hospice RN's Guide to Challenging Conversations
[3845] Navigating Delicate Dialogues: The Hospice RN's Guide to Challenging Conversations
Crafted to empower hospice nurses with the essential skills and knowledge crucial for
effective communication in the emotionally charged context of end-of-life care.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Fort Worth | Rich-Media Presentation Capture for Your Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 22, 2024
Presentation Track | Medicare Hospice
Program Description: This is an insightful presentation crafted to empower hospice nurses with the essential skills and knowledge crucial for
effective communication in the emotionally charged context of end-of-life care. You will explore practical communication strategies to engage in open, empathetic, and culturally sensitive
conversations with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. The presenter discusses crucial topics such as the judicious removal of unnecessary medications,
addressing the decision to decline IV therapy at the end of life, and facilitating alignment between patients and their families on non-covered equipment in hospice care.
By the end of the session, you will be well-equipped to navigate challenging dialogues, enabling you to provide compassionate care and support during the sensitive moments of hospice care.
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
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.0 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.22.2026
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses
Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151
Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation.
Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.”
Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use
their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence
of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the
education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, Founder, Blue Water Homecare and Hospice
About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Prescott is the Founder and Chief Operations Officer of Blue Water Homecare and Hospice. She is responsible for the strategic direction,
vision and growth of the fastest-growing senior care agency in Central Texas. As a seasoned professional with over 27 years of experience in nursing and clinical operations, Jennifer is known for compassionate care
and maximizing operational excellence. Prior to starting her own business, Jennifer served as the Regional Executive Director at Altus Hospice where she increased sales 300% and tripled the average daily census in
two and a half years. Before her work with Altus, Jennifer was the Nurse Manager of Operations at Duke University Hospital where she managed the daily operations of three ambulatory clinics serving 36,000 patients
per year. The initiatives Jennifer led during her tenure resulted in a 75% reduction in fall rates during a six-month period. Jennifer began her nursing career learning industry best practices at the world-class C
hildren’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
[3845] Navigating Delicate Dialogues: The Hospice RN's Guide to Challenging Conversations
- Speaker
- Prescott, Jennifer
- Model
- 3845
$30.00
Navigating Home Health TPE: Challenges and Solutions
[3833] Navigating Home Health TPE: Challenges and Solutions
An informative presentation on Home Health TPEs.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Fort Worth | Rich-Media Presentation Capture for Your Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | February 21, 2024
Presentation Track | Medicare Home Health
Program Description: This is an informative presentation on Home Health TPEs (Additional Documentation Requests), a critical aspect of healthcare compliance and reimbursement.
It explores the intricacies of TPEs in the context of home health services and provides valuable insights into how agencies can effectively manage and respond to them. You will learn about common challenges, best practices,
and strategies for improving your agency's TPE process, ultimately enhancing patient care and financial sustainability.
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
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Continuing Education for Nurses
1.0 Contact Hr(s)
This program awards CNE until 02.21.2026
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses
Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151
Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation.
Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.”
Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use
their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence
of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the
education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Brian W Lebanion, MBA, CPC, RNC, HCS-O, HCS-D, Healthcare Consulting Manager, Wipfli
About the Presenter(s): Brian W Lebanion has more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry and provides consulting
services for all aspects of home health care and hospice, including operations, reimbursement and education. He specializes in comprehensive consulting services offering clients
and providers survey/licensure coaching, clinical review and training, financial and revenue cycle management, third-party audit response, and quality assurance/performance improvement training.
[3833] Navigating Home Health TPE: Challenges and Solutions
- Speaker
- Lebanion, Brian W
- Model
- 3833
$30.00
