ANNUAL CONTINUING EDUCATION

Continuing Education programs are offered for (1) a 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 come from TAHC&H conferences & events to address a broad range of topics specific to Texas HCSSAs administrative responsibilities. Programs are added throughout the year as each conference/event concludes. All programs provide TX HCSSA Administration CE credits and many also provide Nurse CE. 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. Use the available FILTERs to narrow your search. Need help? Use our chat feature, email, or call for assistance!


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All in a Day’s Work… “Surveyor is in the Lobby!”

[3143] All in a Day’s Work… “Surveyor is in the Lobby!”
Master your administrative responsibilities before a surveyor appears in the lobby! 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 §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Program Description: Administrators of home health and hospice agencies are responsible for implementing and supervising the administrative policies and operations of the agency AND for supervising the provision of all services to agency clients on a day-to-day basis. The time to ensure that you have mastered these responsibilities is not when the surveyor is in the lobby! This discussion of Chapter 97 rules can potentially improve your survey outcomes and increase the likelihood of sustained success for surveys to come. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by ensuring that agencies’ clinical practices and documentation are in compliance with the Home and Community Support Services Agencies (HCSSA) licensure regulations to ensure successful surveys and optimal patient care. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Dana Madison, RN, BSN, MBA, Administrator/Owner, BSA Compassion Home Care; Mary Helen Tieken, RN, BSN, President, Nurses in Touch, Inc. About the Presenter:
Dana Madison is the Administrator / Co-Owner of BSA Compassion Home Care in Amarillo, Tx as well as the Alternate Administrator / Co-Owner of two PAS agencies in Lubbock and Amarillo. Dana's health care experience includes working as a RN for 39 years, hospital administration for 2 years, Practice Manager of a physicians' practice for 8 years and a home health administrator and owner for 24 years. Dana received her BSN from Texas Women's University in Denton and a MBA in Health Care Administration from the University of Dallas. Dana served as the President of the Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice from 2010-2012 and currently serves as the Treasurer for the Board of TAHCH. About the Presenter:
Mary Helen Tieken is the Owner/Administrator of Nurses In Touch, Inc., a licensed and certified home health and hospice agency she established in 1990 in Floresville, Texas. She has been a registered nurse for 32 years with a background in Oncology, Neurology, and Urology, and has spent the last 27 years in home health and hospice. [3143] All in a Day’s Work… “Surveyor is in the Lobby!”

Speaker
Tieken, Mary Helen & Madison, Da
Model
3143

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Are You Managing SMART?

Are You Managing SMART? Know How Your Agency is Doing at All Times Summary: Learn the importance of on-going agency performance monitoring and benefits. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities Faculty: Litwin, Sharon Program Description: During this program the presenter discusses the importance of on-going performance monitoring to successful home care agency management. She suggests a variety of clinical, financial and operational measures that can be put in place to monitor performance and avoid "surprises." Also outlined are the elements of an agency performance assessment. Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Discuss how to proactively manage their agency Complete and evaluate their agency using a Homecare Agency Assessment Identify key financial, clinical and operational indicators and develop an action plan Implement action plan and ongoing monitoring of key indicators About the Presenter: Sharon Litwin, RN, BSHS, MHA is principal and founder of Missouri-based Five Star Consultants. Sharon has been in healthcare management and administration for 25 years. For the past 20, she has been actively involved in the homecare industry, from field nurse to Executive Director to Principal Consultant in 5 Star Consultants. She has worked in and managed certified homecare, hospice, private duty, home infusion and dme as regional and executive directors. Her expertise is in problem solving, teaching and implementing successful action plans. She is a well known speaker at state and national conferences, specializing in case management, outcome enhancement, management training, OASIS, PPS, and documentation. She is an expert in regulatory, compliance, and operations. Education-Training Credits: 1.0 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate

Speaker
Litwin, Sharon
Model
732

$30.00

Are you Ready to Thrive in 2025? An Overview of the HH Final Rule

[3915] Are you Ready to Thrive in 2025? An Overview of the HH Final Rule Significant information and updates for providers. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date: February 12, 2025 Program Description: This program covers information and updates on the Home Health Medicare Benefit as outlined in the FY 2025 Final Rule, Prospective Payment System (HH PPS) Rate Update, eServices’ Newest Self-Service Tools and Updates, home health billing errors and how to avoid them, Social Determinants of Health, and complying with provider enrollment requirements. Providers will learn how these changes will impact their Medi-care operations and billing practices. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][7] financial management Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.25 Clock Hr(s) Continuing Education for Nurses 1.25 Contact Hr(s) This program awards CNE until 02.12.2027 Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151 Requirements for Successful Completion: To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation, the participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation. Reporting of Perceived Bias: Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.” Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the education activity. The toll-free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Charles Canaan, RN, Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA and Michael Bibbins, Senior Provider Relations Representative, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA About the Presenter(s): Charles Camaan Charles Canaan has over 30 years of diverse nursing experience in a variety of healthcare settings, to include inpatient, outpatient, home and organizational settings. His education includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia and a Master of Public Health Degree in Health Promotion and Education from the University of South Carolina and a Coding for Health Care Professionals Certificate from Trident technical College. He currently provides education and consultation to Medicare providers with learning needs. About the Presenter(s): Michael Bibbins Mike has over 10 years of experience in health insurance. Mike joined the Provider Outreach and Education team after spending three-years in the Palmetto GBA Provider Contact Center (PCC). His education includes a Bachelor of Science from the University of South Carolina and a Masters in Strategic Communication from the University of Delaware. Mike currently serves as a Senior Provider Relations Representative for the Review Choice Demonstration (RCD). In this position, Mike conducts RCD workshops, education exhibits and web-based training for providers regarding coverage and billing guidelines for RCD. [3915] Are you Ready to Thrive in 2025? An Overview of the HH Final Rule

Speaker
Canaan, Charles [Palmetto]
Model
3915

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Are You Running Your Business or is It Running You? [Two Parts]

[3846] Are You Running Your Business or is It Running You? [Two Parts]
Learn from the EOS Conference founder along with an insightful panel of your peers. 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 | Healthcare Leaders C-Suite Education Program Description: Many organizations and leaders suffer from a lack of alignment and a healthy team. Accountability seems difficult. Clear directions are misinterpreted. Everyone works harder but doesn’t seem to really be in sync. If this sounds familiar, guess what, you’re normal. Many leaders and organizations have struggled with these challenges. But they found a path and a solution. Does your flywheel drive strategic direction, decisions, and priorities? Are all your “people” issues solved? Do your employees really care about the business? Does everyone really fight for the greater good? If you answered “not really” to any of these questions, you’re not alone. It is time to up your game and your company’s results. As thousands of business leaders have discovered, the key to continued growth, better outcomes, bigger profits, and fewer frustrations is here: managing your business so it does not manage you. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 2.25 Clock Hr(s) Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Tom Bouwer, co-author of multiple books and Founder of EOS conference and Pinnacle Guide TAHC&H Industry Panel Member(s): Dan Willson, PT, MS President & CEO Paradigm Homecare Companies; Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, Founder, Blue Water Homecare and Hospice; Jerre van den Bent, PT Chief Executive Officer, Therapy 2000; Petria McKelvey, Chief Executive Officer, Precision Medical Billing (PMB) About the Presenter(s): Tom Bouwer is the co-author of What the Heck is EOS?, Profit Works, and Enjoy the Climb. He is a sought after speaker with extensive experience in helping business leaders get what they want from their organizations. He founded The EOS Conference which now draws over 2,000 attendees a year.
In addition to starting and running his own companies in Turkey, Tom has worked for start-ups and Fortune 50 companies. Tom has consulting experience with Deloitte & Touche and Booz Allen Hamilton. Today, with The Bouwer Group and Pinnacle, he implements tools companies need to grow and make business easier. He has a B.A. from Hope College and MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. About the Industry Panel Member(s): Dan Wilson Founder and CEO of Paradigm Homecare Companies, spanning West, North, East, and Central Texas. My focus is on merging healthcare excellence with Christian values in the marketplace. I excel in goal setting, problem-solving, and leading teams to success, dedicating my time to initiatives aligned with my faith. My mission? To make a positive impact by embodying healthcare excellence and promoting Christian values in business and beyond. About the Industry Panel Member(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. About the Industry Panel Member(s): Jerre van den Bent received his training as a physical therapist in his native Holland. He came to Texas in 1993, and has worked in pediatric home care since then. Jerre is passionate about the work that he does and is committed to supporting the families of the children he works with. In May of 2001, Jerre launched THERAPY 2000 out of the basement of his home. Since that time, THERAPY 2000 has become a thriving company providing in-home pediatric services to families across Texas. About the Industry Panel Member(s): Petria McKelvey Petria’s expertise lies in hands on experience of billing for numerous home health and hospice agencies throughout the years. She has been in the home health and hospice industry’s for over 21 years and has owned and operated Precision Medical Billing for the past 17 years. She has supervised, hired, and trained 100s of medical billing staff and speaks regularly at home health association conferences. [3846] Are You Running Your Business or is It Running You? [Two Parts]

Speaker
Bouwer, Tom
Model
3846

$67.50

2.25 Hrs
Are You Turning Challenges into Opportunities? Leading through Chaos and Beyond

[3659] Are You Turning Challenges into Opportunities? Leading through Chaos and Beyond
Tools to lead with intention, learn how to recruit and retain during a time of scarcity and motivate your teams during unsteady times. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | Spring Virtual Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | May 11, 2022 Program Description: The pandemic has been a whirlwind for all leaders as we have had to pivot many times without time to breathe.  Leading teams with less is now the norm.  While it is tempting to suggest we are all victims of external forces beyond our control, this is a passive approach that will not serve our organizations, our clients and our teams.  This session will give you tools to lead with intention, learn how to recruit and retain during a time of scarcity and motivate your teams during unsteady times. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.25 Clock Hr(s) Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): 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. [3659] Are You Turning Challenges into Opportunities? Leading through Chaos and Beyond

Speaker
Prescott, Jennifer
Model
3659

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Artificial Intelligence Case Study | Use of AI in Home Health Agency

[3942] Artificial Intelligence Case Study | Use of AI in Home Health Agency One agency's experience using AI and how it decreased documentation time, decreased home visit time and increased staff satisfaction and retention. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | Home Care Security Summit | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date: June 6, 2024 Program Description: To help support growth and efficiencies in this new era of care, providers must adopt an innovative approach. This session will delve into an agencies experience in use of AI and how it decreased documentation time, decreased home visit time and increased staff satisfaction and retention. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.0 Clock Hr(s) 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): Michael Simione, MBA, Managing Director, Financial Consulting, SimiTree & Shane Donaldson, Founder and CEO, Pinnacle Homecare About the Presenter(s): Michael Smione Mike is a Manager with Simione Healthcare Consultants and has been an employee since 2011. Michael has wide-ranging experience in budgeting, strategic planning, cost reporting, financial, clinical and marketing analytics and benchmarking. Michael earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemistry from Bucknell University, graduating magna cum laude and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Quinnipiac University, where he received the Faculty Award for Academic Excellence as the top graduate in his class. Michael’s extensive work with Simione Healthcare Consultants includes the development of comprehensive financial, clinical, staffing and marketing analysis tools to improve efficiencies and financial performance for various home health, hospice and private duty companies. In addition, Michael has in-depth experience providing services for interim management, cost reporting, budgeting, accounting, financial feasibility studies, competitor analysis, strategic planning and regulatory compliance to both freestanding and hospital-affiliated home health, hospice and private duty organizations. Michael is one of Simione Healthcare Consultants experts on Value-Based Purchasing, providing in-depth evaluations and trending of quality initiatives, as well as detailed projections on the potential financial impact to home health organizations. As an active participant in his profession and community, Michael is a member of the National Association for Home Care & Hospice, the Home Care and Hospice Financial Managers Association, the Young Home Care and Hospice Financial Managers Association and the Arizona Association for Home Care. About the Presenter(s): Shane Donaldson Coming Soon [3942] Artificial Intelligence Case Study | Use of AI in Home Health Agency

Speaker
Simione, Michael
Model
3942

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Attracting & Retaining Staff: Recruitment & Retention Strategies

[PGM1827] Attracting & Retaining Key Staff: Recruitment & Retention Strategies Summary: How to differentiate your homecare and hospice agency, DIY recruitment strategies, team involvement in recruitment & retention. 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 Faculty: Smith, Sandra Program Description: Take control of your recruitment and retention strategies by creating organizational differentiators and creating an “army” of recruiters. This program guides you in creating a strategic recruitment and retention plan that will cut out the middle “men” (expensive newspaper ads, boutique websites and major job boards) and help you reap better results by arming your team with the tools, training and rewards needed to bring needed talent to your homecare and hospice organization. With the right “walk the talk” behaviors, you can also compel top performers to “stay.” Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Discuss how and why to embrace agency differentiators Identify reasons to adopt a "DIY" recruitment strategy Identify ways to practice good recruitment and retention "hygiene" Discuss how to use Continuous Performance Improvement to fuel wanted retention About the Presenter: Sandra Smith has specialized in virtually every functional area of human resources management, with a specialty in healthcare, particularly private duty and home health care sectors. Today, as President and CEO of HRpathways+, Ms. Smith speaks at conferences nationwide on a myriad of human resources topics, from clinical onboarding to improving organizational communication to helping clients build a culture that is viewed as "Employer of Choice". In all cases, she develops useful tools and products to help her clients apply what they've learned easily and successfully. Sandra is Certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources by the Society for Human Resources Management, and as a Master Trainer by Development Dimensions International. Education-Training Credits: 1.0 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate [PGM1827] Attracting & Retaining Key Staff: Recruitment & Retention Strategies

Speaker
Smith, Sandra
Model
1827

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Audit Proof Your Hospice Documentation

[3974] Audit Proof Your Hospice Documentation Covers all types of medical review audits and provide documentation “must”, tips and guidance to “audit proof” your claims. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | 56th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date: August 28, 2025 Program Description: Being prepared for a hospice medical review audit regardless of type such as TPE, PPEO, SMRC, UPIC or RAC will ensure timely submission of documents and protect your agency’s bottom line. From pre-payment denials to post-payment recoupment of payments, this session will cover all types of medical review audits and provide documentation “must”, tips and guidance to “audit proof” your claims. 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 08.28.2027 Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151 Requirements for Successful Completion: To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation, the participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation. Reporting of Perceived Bias: Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence. Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the education activity. The toll-free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Melinda A. Gaboury, COS-C, Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc About the Presenter(s): Melinda A. Gaboury Melinda A. Gaboury, with more than 30 years in home care, has over 22 years of executive speaking and educating experience, including extensive day-to-day interaction with home care and hospice professionals. She routinely conducts Home Care and Hospice Reimbursement Workshops and speaks at state association meetings throughout the country. Melinda has profound experience in Medicare PDGM training, billing, collections, case-mix calculations, chart reviews and due diligence. UPIC, RA, ADR & TPE appeals with all Medicare MACs have become the forefront of Melinda’s current impact on the industry. Melinda is currently Chair of the NAHC/HHFMA Advisory Board and Work Group, is Treasurer on the Home Care Association of Florida Board of Directors, and a member of the Tennessee Association for Home Care Board of Directors. Melinda is also the author of the Home Health OASIS Guide to OASIS-E and Home Health Billing Answers, 2024. [3974] Audit Proof Your Hospice Documentation

Speaker
Gaboury, Melinda
Model
3974

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Audit-Proofing Your Medicare Documentation

[3285] Audit-Proofing Your Medicare Documentation
How proper documentation will alleviate the fear of Medicare audits. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/28/2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice 50th Annual Meeting in Grapevine. It is one of 17 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 28, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §97.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §97.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: Do you fear ADRs and payment reviews? This program covers how proper documentation will alleviate this fear as you learn strategies to prevent the largest majority of Medicare payment recoupments. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by implementing best practices in clinical documentation to mitigate Medicare payment recoupments and ensure optimal patient outcomes. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Jennifer Gibson Osburn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, Senior Clinical Consultant, Axxess About the Presenter:
Jennifer Gibson Osburn is a Registered Nurse with over 23 years of home health industry experience. She is a certified OASIS and Home Health Coding Specialist, who regularly trains on home health regulation and ICD-10-CM coding. Gibson has held several leadership roles in home health agencies, including Administrator and Director of Nursing. She consults widely for home health agencies nationwide and is a sought-after contributor to industry blogs and publications. Gibson is committed to the success of the home care industry and currently serves on several committees for the Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice. She has a passion for teaching and supporting the home care industry and its dedicated and caring professionals. [3285] Audit-Proofing Your Medicare Documentation

Speaker
Osburn, Jennifer
Model
3285

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Avoiding Discrimination and Wage Compensation Violations in Home Health Care and Hospice

[3789] Avoiding Discrimination and Wage Compensation Violations in Home Health Care and Hospice
Review of the specifics of home care and hospice wage compensation issues. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event 54th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date | August 30, 2023 Program Description: Employment law attorney, Terrence B Robinson, reviews the specifics of home care and hospice wage compensation issues. Viewers will gain an impactful understanding of the following... Spotting Issues and taking action in matters of Equal Employment Opportunity Overview of Federal and State Laws Understanding the Theories of Employment Discrimination and Harassment Establishing Proper Employee Compensation Methods to Avoid DOL and TWC Audit Issues How to Determine Properly Exempt Employees under the FLSA Employees vs. Independent Contractors 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 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): Terrence B. Robinson, Managing Member at the TB Robinson Law Group, PLLC About the Presenter(s): Terrence Bouvier Robinson is an experienced litigator with more than three decades in the legal practice, concentrating his practice on the litigation of complex employment matters. He has extensive experience advising and representing individuals and employers in a wide range of industries. He has particular knowledge with respect to the employment issues within the restaurant, hospitality, and home health care industries. He represents individuals and employers in discrimination cases; wrongful termination suits; wage and hour, individual, and collective actions; and tort/contract disputes arising out of the employment relationship. He specifically handles cases arising under Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA, the FLSA, the FMLA, the TCHRA, ERISA, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, and various other statutory and common law causes of action, including claims involving trade secrets, non-compete agreements, workers' compensation retaliation, whistle-blower claims, defamation, assault, and the intentional infliction of emotional distress. [3789] Avoiding Discrimination and Wage Compensation Violations in Home Health Care and Hospice

Speaker
Robinson, Terrence B
Model
3789

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Balancing Engagement and Accountability with Employees

[3879] Balancing Engagement and Accountability with Employees
An insightful session that blends compassion with professionalism, offering strategies to elevate your homecare practice. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | 55th Annual Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date | September 10, 2024 Program Description: Watch Lauren and Candyce in an insightful session that blends compassion with professionalism, offering strategies to elevate your homecare practice. They guide you through essential topics like effective onboarding and expectation-setting, the importance of establishing clear boundaries, and navigating the unique dynamics of different payer sources. You learn how to balance personal touchpoints with necessary supervision and master the art of gracefully handling terminations. This program provides you with practical tools to foster trust-based relationships, enhance caregiver engagement, and ultimately improve the quality of care delivered. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management §558.260[a][7]financial management Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.0 Clock Hr(s) Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Candyce Slusher, LVN, Owner of SLUSHER Consulting and Lauren Tobey, Chief Impact Officer at Helping Restore Ability About the Presenter(s): Candyce Slusher, LVN is a geriatric-focused nurse serving seniors since 1995, working in every post-acute senior care setting, specifically in non-medical home care since 2004. As a Home Care Consultant her primary goal is to help agencies thrive while providing the highest quality care to seniors in their communities, while educating, empowering and supporting agency owners in all aspects of operations and compliance. About the Presenter(s): Lauren Tobey has had a passion for non-profit work since early in her college career. Lauren has provided marketing and programmatic support services in the sectors of education, social services, and now healthcare. After a time living in Colorado and Virginia, Lauren moved home to Texas and started working in the disability services field and has served as the Director of Development and Marketing and is currently the Chief Impact Officer at Helping Restore Ability, the largest nonprofit in-home attendant care provider in Texas. Lauren’s work has been recognized in a variety of publications, formats, and venues. Lauren believes in allowing stories to paint a picture and utilizing the mind’s eye to enhance and promote services. Lauren has a passion for generational marketing as well as using digital resources to enhance networking relationships. [3879] Balancing Engagement and Accountability with Employees

Speaker
Model
3879

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Basic Sales Skills: Marketing & Sales Tactics to Generate Legendary Results

[746] Basic Sales Skills: Mktg. & Sales Tactics to Generate Legendary Results Subscription Type: Individual Faculty:Ferris In this introductory program, Mike provides an overview of the skills necessary to compete and win more referrals. He has designed this program for all types of staff including outside sales representatives, community and hospital liaisons, program representatives, sales managers, clinical managers and administrators. This program is appropriate for anyone having direct contact with referral sources and consumers in the community. Basic skills covered include: Proper Introductions Asking for Business Handling Objections Problem Resolution Differentiation Competitive Analysis Using Promotional Items Goal Setting Mike is the Director of the Marketing, Sales and Customer Service Consulting Division at Simione Consultants. Long a nationally recognized expert in Home Care and Hospice Sales, Marketing and Customer Service, his training programs are the most acclaimed in the country, receiving accolades from some of the biggest CEOs and Sales managers from California to New York. He has the unique perspective of having counseled and consulted with many of the most successful home care and hospice organizations and seen what works on a national basis. Education-Training Credits: 2.0 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate

Speaker
Ferris, Michael
Model
746

$60.00

2.0 Hrs
BE-ing with Those Suffering: What to and Not to Say

[3156] BE-ing with Those Suffering: What to and Not to Say
Explores why it is so challenging to be with others’ pain... 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: We WANT to be present with others when they are hurting. We WANT to know what to say or do to help. We’ve simply forgotten that we already know how. This program explores why it is so challenging to be with others’ pain, what to say, what not to say, and how to care well for ourselves in the process. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by analyzing and applying appropriate boundaries when caring for those suffering in order to provide presence and healing for the patient and family while also caring for themselves as caregivers. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Dr. Carla Cheatham, Founder, Carla Cheatham Consulting Group About the Presenter:
Reverend Dr. Carla Cheatham began in social services with an MA in Psychology, certification in trauma therapy, a PhD in Health & Kinesiology, and M.Div. before working 10 years as a hospice chaplain and bereavement coordinator. Carla is a national keynote speaker and consultant focusing on emotionally competent and resilient professionals and organizations, Section Leader for NHPCO’s Spiritual Caregivers Section, Chair of NHPCOs Ethics Advisory Council, Adjunct Professor at Seminary of the Southwest, and Affiliate Assistant Professor for University of Maryland’s MS in Palliative Care. She publishes books about grief, resilience, the art of presence, and emotional competencies for professionals. [3156] BE-ing with Those Suffering: What to and Not to Say

Speaker
Cheatham, Rev. Dr. Carla
Model
3156

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Best Business Practices for Private Pay Agencies

[2958] Best Business Practices for Private Pay Agencies Education-Training Credits: 1.0 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Summary: Business success tips for private pay agencies HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][5]quality improvement §558.260[a][7]financial management §558.260[a][10]marketing Faculty:Cargle, Ken; Rine, Jennifer; Franco, Carolyn Program Description: Private Pay agencies take pride in focusing on client relationships, avoiding the “cookie cutter” mentality of home health services. What makes the successful agency tick, and… earn a profit? A seasoned panel of experts from the world of private pay presents how they have fine-tuned their business strategies in critical areas including staffing, operations and marketing. Presentation Date: 08.11.2016 Learning Outcome: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Examine business success tips for private pay agencies including strategies for proper staffing, efficient operations and effective marketing. About the Presenters:
Ken Cargle is the Administrator/Owner of Goodcare Health Services in Amarillo, Texas. Ken has been active in home care for over 20 years and has owned a Medicare Certified agency (1994-2000) and has owned a Private Duty agency since 2000. He received his Bachelor of Arts and Masters of Divinity from Texas Christian University. Professional activities include serving on the American Cancer Society Board, Alzheimer’s Association Board, and the South Randall County Hospital Board. Ken is also the current president of the Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice. Jennifer Rine has been a Registered Nurse since 1989 with wide-ranging clinical experience from medical-surgical oncology, labor and delivery, pediatrics, long term care and rehabilitation, and home infusion nursing. She returned to school and completed her BSN in 2008. As the Director of Nursing and Administrator for BrightStar Care her vision is to develop a reputation for passionate patient-centered care and excellence in the home setting by ensuring patients and their families experience the best possible care from a team that is well-trained and supported. Carolyn Franco, BBA is the Administrator for Home Health Resources Agency- the private duty sister company to Home Health Resources, a licensed and certified home health agency. (HHR) Carolyn has been an organizational leader in the home health and community setting since 1996 when she began her health care career working for HHR, which was opened by her mother. She has 20 years experience in managing home care operations; having previously served as Chief Financial Officer and Director of Human Resources. Carolyn is deeply committed to using her extensive knowledge and experience to address challenges and barriers associated with recruitment, retention, supervision, and training of our most valuable asset, our caregivers, and to bringing Personal Assistance Services to the forefront of the senior care continuum. [2958] Best Business Practices for Private Pay Agencies

Speaker
Cargele,K / Rine,J / Franco,C
Model
2958

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Better Data Begins with Better Questions | OASIS‑E2 Essentials

[4012] Better Data Begins with Better Questions | OASIS‑E2 Essentials An overview of OASIS-E2 changes effective April 1, 2026, including new ROC items and documentation updates. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date: February 19 , 2026 Program Description: OASIS‑E2 goes live on April 1, 2026, and even though the changes look small, they can have a big impact on your outcomes. New ROC items—Language, Hearing, and Vision—give CMS a clearer picture of patient acuity, which helps make your outcome scores more accurate and fair. You’ll also see outdated items removed and a few revised, like the updated Transportation item and the retirement of the COVID‑19 vaccine question—changes meant to clean up documentation and improve data quality. You will see a break down of what’s changing, how it affects your functional and hospitalization‑related outcomes, and what your team can do now to get ready. Quick, clear, and focused on what matters most: better data, better outcomes, better care. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[c][2]information on the state and federal laws applicable to an agency §558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.259[d][10]the Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) §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 02.19.2028 Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Nurse CE Approval Statement Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151 Requirements for Successful Completion: To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation, the participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation. Reporting of Perceived Bias: Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence. Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the education activity. The toll-free number is 1(866) 262-9730.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, Vice President of Quality & Education, McBee About the Presenter(s): Lisa Selman-Holman Lisa Selman-Holman brings more than 35 years of experience in the home health & hospice industry, specializing in regulatory compliance, both as an RN and a home care attorney. Lisa founded Selman-Holman & Associates and CoDR (Coding Done Right), a coding outsource and audit company in 2004. Lisa has a wide range of regulatory experience in home health and has served on numerous committees and task forces. Selman-Holman was recently acquired by McBee in July 2021. In her role as VP of Education and Quality, Lisa leads the quality audit team to ensure the highest-level of accuracy in coding and clinical documentation internally at McBee and externally for clients nationwide. She will expand McBee’s educational offerings, including live events and on-demand online trainings through the McBee Post-Acute Academy. [4012] Better Data Begins with Better Questions | OASIS‑E2 Essentials

Speaker
Selman-Holman, Lisa
Model
4012

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Better Training & Competency Practices | How to Ensure Your Staff is Effectively Trained & Com

[4023] Better Training & Competency Practices | How to Ensure Your Staff is Effectively Trained & Competent Offers an insightful panel discussion focused on improving staff training, competency, and compliance in today’s challenging healthcare environment. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date: February 18, 2026 Program Description: This program offers an insightful panel discussion focused on improving staff training, competency, and compliance in today’s challenging healthcare environment. The panel of experts takes a real-talk approach to explore the common obstacles HCSSAs face and offer actionable strategies to overcome them. Discover how to: Ensure your staff is effectively trained and truly competent Streamline your orientation process for greater operational efficiency Stay compliant with both state and federal regulations These best practices will help your agency elevate performance, boost confidence, and strengthen compliance—all while maintaining high-quality care standards. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[c][2]information on the state and federal laws applicable to an agency §558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][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): Moderated Panel with Candyce Slusher, LVN, Home Care Consultant, SLUSHER Consulting, and Brian Lebanion, CEO/Consultant, BC Healthcare Consulting, LLC, and Lisa McClammy, Senior Clinical Education Consultant, BSN, RN, COS-C, HCS-D, HCS-O , MAC Legacy About the Presenter(s): Candyce Slusher Candyce Slusher , LVN is a geriatric-focused nurse serving seniors since 1995, working in every post-acute senior care setting, specifically in non-medical home care since 2004. As a Home Care Consultant her primary goal is to help agencies thrive while providing the highest quality care to seniors in their communities, while educating, empowering and supporting agency owners in all aspects of operations and compliance. About the Presenter(s): Brian Lebanion 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. About the Presenter(s): Lisa McClammy Lisa McClammy has more than 26 years of diverse nursing experience. Her experience includes Director of Customer Success for a Home Health Software Company and Director of Patient Care and Alternate Administrator for a home health agency, which gives her a unique perspective and understanding of the challenges home care agencies face. Her clinical and consulting experience in the home care industry is the foundation for a variety of education topics presented to agencies, state associations, webinars, and workshops. Lisa is a CHAP and ACHC certified consultant. [4023] Better Training & Competency Practices | How to Ensure Your Staff is Effectively Trained & Competent

Speaker
Lebanion, B + McClammy, L
Model
4023

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Beyond Meals-on-Wheels: Social Workers in Hospice

[3697] Beyond Meals-on-Wheels: Social Workers in Hospice
A review of qualifications for social workers in the hospice setting as-well-as review of scope of practice. Presentation Info: TAHC&H 53rd Annual Meeting | Round Rock | Rich-Media Capture | On-Line, On-Demand Access Presentation Date | September 1, 2022 Program Description: Are you new to hospice or managing social workers for the first time? Are you unsure what social workers can do in hospice beyond resource referral? This presentation will review the qualifications for social workers in the hospice setting as-well-as review scope of practice. During this presentation we will also discuss skills necessary to determine competency and discuss possible scenarios where social workers can intervene. 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 Meadows, MSW, Manager, Clinical Compliance Education; ACHC About the Presenter(s):
Lisa Meadows has over 25 years of experience in the health care industry; from acute care hospitalization, home healthcare, to hospice and palliative care. She is currently the Clinical Compliance Educator for Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) - a nationally-recognized non-profit accreditation organization that has CMS Deeming Authority for Home Health, Hospice and DMEPOS and am responsible for educating organizations on the ACHC Accreditation process as well as assisting providers with interpreting the ACHC Standards and Medicare Conditions of Participation. Lisa also successfully prepared and lead the home health and hospice agency where she was previously employed by through the ACHC Accreditation and Medicare recertification process. Lisa have also worked as an ACHC Hospice Surveyor, allowing me the opportunity to assist organizations with developing best practices and compliance strategies and has spoken at national and state conferences, and conduct workshops on the accreditation process as well as other relevant health care topics. [3697] Beyond Meals-on-Wheels: Social Workers in Hospice

Speaker
Meadows, Lisa
Model
3697

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Bigger & Better Customer Service: Winning & Keeping Clients in Today's Market

[2009] Bigger and Better Customer Service: Winning and Keeping Clients in Today's Market Summary: Understanding a concierge mentality and implementing a concierge approach to win & keep clients. 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: Today’s home care market has competitive and economic challenges that require new tactics and tools to succeed. Providing excellence in both the quality of the care provided and the way it is delivered necessitates a concierge mentality from initial contact through service provision. How do you build it into the agency as core values? Learning about a concierge approach is key to having staff understand and practice customer service in each and every client and employee contact. Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Identify the concierge approach: what it is and how it looks Develop a plan to add in a concierge mentality for staff at all levels Identify any issues and/or barriers to developing this approach to excellence 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: 1.25Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate [2009] Bigger and Better Customer Service: Winning and Keeping Clients in Today's Market

Speaker
Orsini, Merrily
Model
2009

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Breaches in Homecare | Lessons Learned

[3943] Breaches in Homecare | Lessons Learned Your peers share their experiences of breaches in their business and the legalities of handling them. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | Home Care Security Summit | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access Presentation Date: June 6, 2024 Program Description: This session is a facilitated discussion with a panel of guests from an agency owner, a vendor owner and an attorney that will have candid conversations about the experience of breaches in their business and the legalities of handling them. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.0 Clock Hr(s) Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Heidi Kocher Esq., J.D., M.B.A., C.H.C. Liles Parker PLLC & Wayne Pierce, Cybersecurity Program Advisor, CyberForce | Q & Kristen Robison, Chief Government Affairs Office; Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health & Brian Singer & Rick Ledesma [3943] Breaches in Homecare | Lessons Learned

Speaker
Multiple Presenters
Model
3943

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Bridging Business & Clinical: Achieving Operational Excellence

[2606] Bridging Business and Clinical: Achieving Operational Excellence Education-Training Credits: 1.50 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Summary: Three TAHC&H presidents share their expertise. 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 Faculty: Lee, Lucy & Cargle, Ken & Madison, Dana Program Description: It’s a simple fact – if business operations can’t “stay in the black”- you won’t be providing patient care very long. Aligning staff skills and patients’ needs with operational goals can be a challenge. Where do you begin with strategic planning, annual goal setting and efficiencies? How do you assess administrative overhead? Business managers must consider a multitude of factors to achieve operational goals and inspire process improvement. What about fixed costs vs. variable costs; productivity expectations of clinical staff; controlling overtime costs; benchmarks for cost centers? Don’t be overwhelmed! Learn from the best…in this program a panel of seasoned veterans of successful home care agencies share their expertise on how to run “the business.” Learn their secrets including enhancing communications with staff to promote the goal of shared responsibility for operational success. Presentation Date: 8.21.2014 Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Discuss the relationship between clinical practice and financial realities. Describe the importance of goal setting to achieve business objectives.  Identify at least two strategies to motivate agency staff to achieve clinical operational  objectives.  About the Presenters:
Lucy Lee, RN, MS, CHCE, Founder and President of a rural Texas home health agency, Lucy has been involved in the home health industry for over 28 years. She has first-hand knowledge of the practical aspects of home health agency management, having worked in all levels of home health care from contract field nurse through director of patient care to administrator, and is now responsible for strategic planning and alliances. Lucy has served on the board of TAHC&H representing certified agencies, and has served as secretary, and as president of the association. She has a Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration and is a Certified Home/Hospice Care Executive. About the Presenters:
Ken Cargle is the Administrator/Owner of Goodcare Health Services in Amarillo, Texas. Ken has been active in home care for 19 years and has owned both a Medicare Certified agency and a Private Duty agency. He received his Bachelor of Arts and Masters of Divinity from Texas Christian University and is an active leader of the Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice; where he has served as President, the Owner auspice, the Licensed Home Health auspice, and the Licensed and Certified auspice. He has served and chaired on various TAHC&H committees, subcommittees, councils and task forces, and actively participates on the TAHC&H Owner’s Forum Networking Group. About the Presenters:
Dana Madison, RN, BSN, MBA is the Administrator/Owner of Calvert Home Health Care, Ltd in Lubbock. Dana’s health care experience includes working as an RN for 30 years, a hospital administrator for 2 years, a Practice Manager in a physician’s office for 8 years and a home health administrator and owner for 19 years. Dana received her BSN from Texas Women’s University in Dallas, and an MBA in Health Care Administration from the University of Dallas. Dana served as the President of the Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice from 2010 – 2012. [2606] Bridging Business and Clinical: Achieving Operational Excellence

Speaker
Cargle, K / Lee, L / Madison, D
Model
2606

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
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