ANNUAL CONTINUING EDUCATION

Improving Care at Home for Veterans

[3853] Improving Care at Home for Veterans
Explore the special needs of veterans and funding sources available and create a niche market through the development of a veteran centric specialty program. 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 | All HCSSAs Program Description: There are nearly 20 million veterans in the United States. Thirty percent of those veterans have multiple chronic conditions that can be managed by the care at home industry. Almost ¼ of the deaths in the United States are veterans which means community providers can play a significant role in the treatment and education of this distinguished population. By exploring the special needs of veterans and funding sources available, organizations can create a niche market through the development of a veteran centric specialty program and improve the lives of those that have served our country and communities. This program addresses all care at home service lines and is applicable to hospice, home health, and private duty agencies. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers §558.260[a][10]marketing 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): Tammy Ross, Senior Vice President of Professional Services at 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. [3853] Improving Care at Home for Veterans

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Ross, Tammy

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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

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Ross, Tammy

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Inbound Marketing: The Skinny on Social Media

[PGM2010] Inbound Marketing: The Skinny on Social Media Summary: Understand the role social media plays today, what's out there and how to integrate in your agancy marketing. 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 §558.260[a][10]marketing Faculty: Orsini, Merrily Program Description: Technology is changing how people find and choose home care providers. One of the biggest changes is the interactive component achieved through social media. From blogging to Facebook, from LinkedIn to Google+, Twitter to Pinterest, this program teaches you how to integrate traditional agency marketing into today’s strategy. Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Discuss social media strategy and best practices Determine who your social media target is Evaluate how to reach your social media target(s) Describe popular platforms and how to use them Explain how to work social and traditional marketing together About the Presenter: Merrily Orsini, Managing Director of Corecubed, is an expert marketing strategist, multiple award-winning business leader, community activist and serial entrepreneur based in Louisville, Kentucky. She was a pioneer in the home care industry, creating a geriatric care managed model for non-medical long term in-home care in 1981. After selling that business in 1996, Ms. Orsini followed her passion for communications and design and started building Corecubed, a full service internet marketing company specializing in home care. Education-Training Credits: 1.50Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate [PGM2010] Inbound Marketing: The Skinny on Social Media

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Orsini, Merrily

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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

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West, Belinda

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Increase Your Svc Value:Tips for Successful Participation in Medicare Value-Based Purchasing

[3046] Increase Your Service Value: Tips for Successful Participation in Medicaid VBP Education-Training Credits: 1.25 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Summary:Texas Medicaid Value-Based Payments HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][5]quality improvement §558.260[a][7]financial management Faculty: Matt Ferrara, Director, Office of Quality Oversight, Andy Vasquez, Deputy Associate Commissioner of Quality & Program Improvement., Jami Snyder, Associate Commissioner, Medicaid/CHIP Services, Texas Health & Human Services Program Description: With over half of all Medicaid beneficiaries receiving services through managed care organizations (MCOs), states have a unique opportunity to use MCO contracts and relationships to accelerate wide-scale adoption of value-based payments (VBP). Texas is jumping on board with this concept and your agency needs the tools to succeed in this new world. It is key for providers to position themselves successfully to contract with MCOs by understanding the data needed to develop mutually agreeable quality based contracts. During this presentation you will hear directly from HHSC about how they are requiring MCOs to develop alternate payment structures between them and their health care providers to encourage innovation, quality and efficiency. Hear directly from Jami Snyder, Associate Commissioner, Medicaid CHIP, who also implemented VBP in Arizona about the approaches Texas is taking to implement VBP through MCO contracts. Don’t be left behind! Presentation Date: 08.09.2017 Learning Outcomes(s): Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by evaluating MCO pay for quality programs in relation to their agency’s services. About the Presenter:
Jami Snyder is the Associate Commissioner for the Medicaid and CHIP Services Department at the Health and Human Services Commission, and serves as the state's Medicaid director. Jami most recently served as Chief Deputy Director for Medicaid and CHIP for HHSC. Prior to that, she served as the Chief Operating Officer for The University of Arizona Health Plans (UAHP), a division of Banner Health. She has over 18 years of experience in both the public and private sectors, including extensive regulatory experience stemming from her tenure with the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) and the Arizona Department of Health Services, where she was charged with overseeing the state's Medicaid-contracted health plans, including compliance with established federal and state managed care regulations and performance in a variety of areas such as network sufficiency, payment modernization, customer service and the provision of self-directed care. Snyder graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and has a Master of Arts in Political Science from Arizona State University. About the Presenter:
Matt Ferrara is the Director of the Office of Quality Oversight within the Quality and Program Improvement Section at the Texas Health and Human Service Commission (HHSC). This office manages and coordinates quality initiatives within the Texas Medicaid and CHIP programs, as well as across the various Texas Health and Human Service agencies. He has held this position for over 5 years. Prior to his employment at HHSC, Matt worked in the mental health and substance use disorder fields for 13 years for the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, TDMHMR, and Texas Department of State Health Services. Before state employment, Matt served for 8 years in direct service and executive capacities for a private provider of community based long term service and supports in Central Texas and El Paso. He is a graduate of Texas State University San Marcos with a major in Social Work. About the Presenter:
Andy Vasquez has over 20 years of Texas Medicaid experience. During those years he has led teams through several evolutionary changes in Medicaid pharmacy benefits management. He spent the last 10 years serving as director of the Medicaid Vendor Drug Program and now serves as a Medicaid & CHIP Services Deputy Associate Commissioner. He leads five offices that recently joined to form the Quality & Program Improvement Section; working to improve the quality of healthcare for low-income Texans, especially people enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP. Andy is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Sciences. [3046] Increase Your Service Value: Tips for Successful Participation in Medicaid VBP

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Ferrara,M & Vasquez,A & Snyder,J

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Infection Control

[3711] Infection Control
Provides the current and updated regulatory requirements for infection control for HCSSAs. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | November 15, 2022 Program Description: This presentation provides the current and updated regulatory requirements for infection control for HCSSAs, as well as practical implementation of the regulations within your agency, including all of the COVID-19 changes. The session offers tips and tools for you to use as you tackle the ongoing challenge of educating staff, patients and caregivers about this ever-important requirement. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.259[d][8]infection control §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) Continuing Education for Nurses 1.5 Contact Hr(s) This program awards CNE until 11.15.2024 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 Elder, Director of Regulatory Affairs, TAHC&H and Grace Werckle, BSN, RN, Home Care Education Nurse Manager, TAHC&H About the Presenter(s):
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. About the Presenter(s):
Grace Werckle has worked in the Homecare Industry for over 27 years. She has had the wonderful opportunity to serve in multiple roles at Home Health Agencies fulfilling positions varying from Administrator to DON/Clinical Supervisor to Case Management to Field RN. With this, Grace was able to provide focus and specialty in QAPI, OASIS documentation and training and Regulatory Compliance. She has held both OASIS and Coding certifications in the past years. Prior to joining TAHCH, Grace served as a contributing member and a Committee chair on several committees including Clinical Practice and Medicare/Medicaid and was honored to receive the Mary Jo Gabbert Nursing Achievement Award. Grace currently serves on the TCNWS Advisory Committee and serves as the Primary Nurse Planner for TAHCH’s Approved Provider Unit. Grace received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Incarnate Word College in San Antonio, Texas and currently works with Texas Association for Homecare and Hospice in the Home Care Education Nurse Manager role. [3711] Infection Control

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Elder,J & Werckle,G [TAHC&H]

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Infection Control | 2020

[3457] Infection Control
Hear about the current and ever-changing regulatory requirements for infection control for home health and hospice agencies. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Virtual Event | Administrator Program | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | November 12, 2020 Program Description: In this presentation you will hear about the current and ever-changing regulatory requirements for infection control for home health and hospice agencies, as well as practical implementation of the regulations within your agency, including all of the COVID-19 changes. The presenter offers tips and tools for you to use as you tackle the ongoing challenge of educating staff, patients and caregivers about this ever-important requirement: §558.259(d)(8). HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.259[d][8]infection control Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.75 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): Colleen Bryan | Senior Consultant, 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. [3457] Infection Control

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Woods, Colleen

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Infection Control | 2021

[3573] Infection Control
Presents the current regulatory requirements for infection control for home health and hospice agencies. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | November 16, 2021 Program Description: A presentation on the current regulatory requirements for infection control for home health and hospice agencies, as well as practical implementation of the regulations within your agency. The presentation offers tips and tools for you to use as you tackle the ongoing challenge of educating staff, patients and caregivers about this ever-important requirement: §558.259(d)(8) HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.259[d][8]infection control §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Colleen Bryan, RN, JCC Consulting About the Presenters:
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. [3573] Infection Control

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Woods, Colleen

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Infection Control | Best Practices in a Pandemic World | For LCHHS & HOSPICE

[W3416] Infection Control | Best Practices in a Pandemic World | For LCHHS & HOSPICE
Infection control elements for Licensed and Certified Home Health Services & Hospice Presentation Info: TAHC&H Virtual Event | Pandemic Recovery Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | May 20, 2020 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 §558.259[d][8]infection control §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 time of dramatic policy guidance changes related to COVID-19, home care agencies must be able to execute best practices related to Infection Control. The presenter provides a detailed review of both Medicare and Hospice regulations covering the 6 elements of prevention and discusses how Infection control is a mandatory QAPI element of the agency QAPI program. This program brings you the cutting edge elements of: the latest hand hygiene appropriate use of PPE environmental cleaning and disinfection bag technique and equipment cleaning After viewing you will feel empowered on how to redesign, enhance and implement a quality infection control plan. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Barbara Citarella, RN, BSN, MS, CHCE, NHDP-BC, President, RBC Limited Healthcare & Management Consultants About the Presenter:
Barbara Citarella is the founder of RBC Limited Healthcare and Management Consultants. Barbara and her team of expert consultants have made the company a national leader in the home care, hospice and outpatient health care industry. She has been instrumental in developing national and state partnerships for the company.With over 25 years of experience, Barbara is internationally known for her expertise in the areas of infection control, leadership and disaster preparedness. As the only recognized expert in the area of home care and hospice disaster planning, she provides education not only to home care and hospice industry but to law enforcement, government agencies, health care providers, private sector, first responders, national and state associations. Barbara was part of the Department of Homeland Security’s committee to rewrite the National Response Plan document and the DHS Disaster Preparedness Guidelines for people with special needs. In addition to her Disaster Planning experience, Ms. Citarella has been instrumental in OASIS training nationwide since 1997. She was the first to incorporate inter-rater reliability testing in the education process for the OASIS tool. She has done research on the preliminary cost of OASIS to the home care industry and presented such findings to United States Congressional members. RBC Limited’s clientele remain in the top 20% of the industry for quality initiatives.She is an internationally known speaker and has presented well over 500 keynote addresses and workshops. [W3416] Infection Control | Best Practices in a Pandemic World | For LCHHS & HOSPICE Subscribers to this webinar receive 24/7 on-demand access for one (1) month. When subscribing to this webinar along with other programs totaling 12 hours or more, the access period increases to six (6) months.

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Citarella, Barbara

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Infection Control | Best Practices in a Pandemic World | For LHHS & PAS

[W3417] Infection Control | Best Practices in a Pandemic World | For LHHS & PAS
Infection control elements for Licensed Home Health Services & Personal Assistance Services Presentation Info: TAHC&H Virtual Event | Pandemic Recovery Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | May 20, 2020 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 §558.259[d][8]infection control §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 time of dramatic policy guidance changes related to COVID-19, home care agencies must be able to execute best practices related to Infection Control. Kay Hollers brings years of experience in infection control process and practice and will discuss in detail what Licensed Home Health and Personal Assistance Services agencies should consider in their Infection Control plan. Kay also covers how an agency’s QAPI program and Infection Control Program work together to ensure safe and effective care. This program includes a thought provoking discussion about how agencies should review and renovate their infection control policies based on program rules and the latest changes and best practices. Kay concludes with a robust Q&A to ensure you walk away feeling empowered to effectively address infection control in your agency. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Kay Hollers, Healthcare ConsultLink About the Presenter:
Kay Hollers is well known to TAHCH audiences as she has been an active member or associate member since her return to Texas in 1985. Kay holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas with a major in Nursing and a Master’s Degree in Public Health from the University of Texas School of Public Health. She also earned a post-master’s Specialist Certification in Health Care Evaluation from Wayne State University College of Nursing in Detroit. Kay taught Public Health Nursing at Michigan State University and has practiced in and consulted with home health and hospice agencies large and small, public and private. 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. [W3417] Infection Control | Best Practices in a Pandemic World | For LHHS & PAS Subscribers to this webinar receive 24/7 on-demand access for one (1) month. When subscribing to this webinar along with other programs totaling 12 hours or more, the access period increases to six (6) months.

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Hollers, Kay

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Infection Control Components for Home Care & Hospice

[2822] Infection Control Components for Home Care & Hospice Education-Training Credits: 1.0 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Summary:Infection control compliance strategies. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.259[d][8]infection control §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management Faculty:Kelley, Freda Program Description: This program presents the role of the hospice and home care administrator in the adoption and enforcement of infection control practices. With focus on compliance in our world today, setting the standard for basic infection control practices is crucial. Key infection prevention strategies are presented to assist in the management of re-hospitalization rates, patient satisfaction and quality patient care. The presenter also demonstrates how providers, practitioners, patients and lawmakers are all currently involved in this issue. Learn what you as an administrator should be asking of your agency with regard to this topic. Presentation Date: 11.16.2015 Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Identify issues in standard infection control practices from our history and events in the world today that impact both patients and providers. List key implications for infection control practice in the home healthcare setting. State how providers, practitioners, patients and lawmakers are all currently involved in infection control issues. Identify the regulatory administrator responsibilities in infection control practice in the home care and hospice agency. About the Presenter:
Freda Kelley has been a Registered Nurse since 1975 and has personal experience with the changes of infection prevention and control practice over the years. Her focused area of practice in home care began in 1985. It was her initial experience as a PRN field nurse in a small, hospital-based home healthcare agency in rural West Texas that set her professional future. Freda has served as a Branch Agency Director, Administrator, Supervising Nurse and now as Vice-President of Clinical Services of a home care organization in Ft. Worth. [2822] Infection Control Components for Home Care & Hospice

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Kelley, Freda

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Infection Control Updates

[3806] Infection Control Updates
Current and updated regulatory requirements for infection control for HCSSAs. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date | November 7, 2023 Program Description: This program discusses the current and updated regulatory requirements for infection control for HCSSAs, including the impacts of the multiple changes that have taken place related to COVID-19, the PHE, and the suspension of the PHE. It offers tips and tools for you to use as you tackle the ongoing challenge of staying compliant while educating staff, patients and caregivers about this critical requirement, including don't miss information from state and federal regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.259[d][8]infection control §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting 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 11.07.2025 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): Colleen Bryan MSNED, RN, Senior Consultant, Primary Nurse Planner, JCC 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. [3806] Infection Control Updates

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Woods, Colleen

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Infection Control Updates

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Woods, Colleen

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Infection Control: Setting Up Your Team for Success

[3446] Infection Control: Setting Up Your Team for Success
Includes an overview of requirements when selecting team members and their roles in day to day functioning... 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 1.25 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][5]quality improvement Program Description: COVID-19 has brought new and increased attention to the area of infection control. This presentation includes an overview of requirements when selecting team members and their roles in day to day functioning within the agency. Additional considerations include: supporting the team with an adequate library of resources, collecting accurate data, and keeping up with ever-changing rules from the CDC and WHO. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Arlene Maxim, RN, Clinical Consultant, Axxess About the Presenter(s):
Arlene Maxim is a sought-after speaker in all areas of patient care quality, analysis, and administrative functions in the post-acute healthcare world. She is a Board Member and Vice Chair for the Association for Homecare/Hospice Coding and Compliance out of Gaithersburg, Md. With more than 40 years of nursing experience, Arlene previously co-founded regional multimillion-dollar Medicare certified home health care companies, hospital-based home care and hospice companies, and transitional care programs. Early in her nursing career she combined her clinical knowledge with her home care/hospice interests and began working as a consultant in the home care and hospice field in 1986. The current focus of public speaking, training and consulting include, but is not limited to, newly released Conditions of Participation, Face-to-Face strategies, Pre-Claim Review, Home Health Grouping Model, OASIS 2; Star Ratings in homecare and hospice; functional improvement in patients in the home, the reduction in hospitalization and other significant changes we should expect in the near future. Arlene currently leads innovative change across the health care continuum. Arlene’s energy, dedication, and passion continue to positively change the post-acute world of health care. [3446] Infection Control: Setting Up Your Team for Success

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Innovating Change: Recent Changes and Recommendations for Nursing Peer Review Compliance

[3144] Innovating Change: Recent Changes & Recommendations for Nursing Peer Review Compliance
When and how to conduct a nursing peer review. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 11/13/2018 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Administrator Program in Houston. It is one of 15 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: November 13, 2018 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H HCSSA Administrator Program | Houston Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.0 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][2]development and interpretation of agency policies Program Description: This is an informative session on nursing peer review which presents when and how to conduct a nursing peer review, the Texas Board of Nursing requirements, HHSC requirements, as well as best practices. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by identifying the types of nursing peer review, when nursing peer review is required, and how to conduct and document a nursing peer review. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Amanda J. Ellis, Partner, Dalrymple, Shellhorse, Ellis & Diamond, L.L.P. About the Presenter:
Amanda J. Ellis advises licensed providers on operational and regulatory matters related to their practices, including licensing and health care privacy law compliance. She has represented various entities and individuals at the State Office of Administrative Hearings and before other agencies, including the Texas Medical Board, Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners, and the Texas Department of State Health Services. Ms. Ellis is a member of the State Bar of Texas, the Austin Bar Association, the Texas Pharmacy Association and the Texas Counseling Association. She frequently speaks before professional organizations, state agencies and industry groups regarding administrative and health law issues, including professional health care licensing and enforcement defense and federal and state privacy law compliance. Ms. Ellis currently serves on the Board of the Administrative Law Section and is a member of the Health Law Section of the Austin Bar Association. In May 2013, she was appointed to the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners. Ms. Ellis is Board Certified in Administrative Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, and serves on the Administrative Law Exam Commission. [3144] Innovating Change: Recent Changes & Recommendations for Nursing Peer Review Compliance

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Innovation For Tomorrow's Homecare

[3682] Innovation For Tomorrow's Homecare
Jeff Salter shares how his company has evolved to meet today's challenges in operating a non-medical homecare business. Presentation Info: TAHC&H 53rd Annual Meeting | Round Rock | Rich-Media Capture | On-Line, On-Demand Access Presentation Date | August 31, 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: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Program Description: With over 30 years of helping families achieve their goal of aging in-place, Caring Senior Service CEO, Jeff Salter, will share key methods of how his company has evolved to meet today's challenges in operating a non-medical homecare business. For the most part, non-medical homecare changed very little, despite new challenges. How will your business be competitive in tomorrow's homecare landscape? TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jeffrey Salter, CEO and Founder, Caring Senior Service About the Presenter(s):
Jeffrey Salter began his career in senior care in 1991 working for a home health care agency in Odessa, TX. He started his own company 4 months later serving seniors that needed additional non-medical care to remain at home. Jeff expanded the business to include other locations in Texas - Midland, McAllen, Corpus Christi, San Antonio and Austin. After operating for 12 years he began offering franchises in 2003, and today Caring Senior Services is in 14 states with nearly 40 locations. Jeff’s company continues to add locations through addition of franchises and corporate locations, and his existing offices benefit from focused efforts in marketing and sales. Caring Senior Service was named one of the top 500 franchises in the United States, by the Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500 as well as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States as named by Inc. Magazine. [3682] Innovation For Tomorrow's Homecare

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JM HH Workshop: RCD updates for five states ONLY | OH, TX, NC, IL, FL

[3543] JM HHA Workshop: RCD updates for five states ONLY | OH, TX, NC, IL, FL
Where are we in the Demonstration 2 years later? Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | September 14, 2021 Program Description: What is new in RCD? Where are we in the Demonstration 2 years later? Join us for a discussion on Face to Face encounters. Let’s investigate what make makes an acceptable face to face encounter note for home health. We will take a deep look in to why a face to face encounter is required for home health. Are you interested in how Appeals work in the Review Choice Demonstration? We will cover a brief synopsis of Appeals in RCD. Get your questions and comments ready as we dive into the world of the Review Choice Demonstration! 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) 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): Elizabeth Brogdon, LPN, RCD Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA About the Presenter(s):
Elizabeth Brogdon Coming Soon [3543] JM HHA Workshop: RCD updates for five states ONLY | OH, TX, NC, IL, FL

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Brogdon, Elizabeth [Palmetto]

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Jurisdiction M [JM] Home Health Hot Topics

[3784] Jurisdiction M [JM] Home Health Hot Topics
Provides focus on improper payment and denials and providing tips on how to prevent them. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event 54th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date | August 30, 2023 Program Description: During this 2 hour presentation Charles Canaan discusses improper payment and denials and give tips on how to prevent them. Focus is provides on: Home Health Referral Process Case Studies Home Health Nursing Documentation Psychiatric Care Policy Improper Payments 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 Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 2.0 Clock Hr(s) Continuing Education for Nurses 2.0 Contact Hr(s) This program awards CNE until 08.30.2025 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): Charles Canaan, RN, Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA 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. [3784] Jurisdiction M [JM] Home Health Hot Topics

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Canaan, Charles [Palmetto]

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Jurisdiction M [JM] Hospice Hot Topics

[3793] Jurisdiction M [JM] Hospice Hot Topics
Current trends and issues in hospice. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event 54th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date | August 31, 2023 Program Description: During this 2 hour presentation Charles Canaan discusses discusses current trends and issues with Medicare Hospice including... Hospice Compliance Program Eligibility Case Studies Documenting Hospice Appropriateness for Recertification Improper Payments 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 Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 2.0 Clock Hr(s) Continuing Education for Nurses 2.0 Contact Hr(s) This program awards CNE until 08.31.2025 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): Charles Canaan, RN, Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA 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. [3793] Jurisdiction M [JM] Hospice Hot Topics

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Canaan, Charles [Palmetto]

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Jurisdiction M Home Health & Hospice: Getting it Right the First Time

[3677] Jurisdiction M Home Health & Hospice: Getting it Right the First Time
Charles Canaan (Palmetto GBA) addresses improper payment and denials and gives tips on how to prevent them! Presentation Info: TAHC&H 53rd Annual Meeting | Round Rock | Rich-Media Capture | On-Line, On-Demand Access Presentation Date | August 30, 2022 Program Description: This session addresses improper payment and denials and give tips on how to prevent them. Focus will be on: Documentation best strategies and most denied due to documentation Comprehensive Error Rate Testing Errors RCD Hospice medical review denials 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 2.0 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): Charles Canaan, RN, Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA 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. [3677] Jurisdiction M Home Health & Hospice: Getting it Right the First Time

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Canaan, Charles [Palmetto]

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