ANNUAL CONTINUING EDUCATION

Continuing Education is perfect for a (1) designated Administrator or Alternate who must comply with TAC §558.260, and (2) a prior administrator or alternate not currently designated but maintaining compliance with TAC §558.260, and (3) anyone who wants to improve their knowledge on a broad range of topics specific to TX HCSSAs.

Continuing Education programs are added throughout the year soon after TAHC&H conferences/events conclude. All programs are à la carte, that is, you have the flexibility to browse and order programs that suit your specific needs and are applicable to your role and responsibility.


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ADRs, RACs, ZPICs & More: What's All the ToDo & Is Your Agency at Risk?

[2468] Additional Documentation Requests (ADRs), Recovery Audit Contractors (RACs), Zone Program Integrity Contractors (ZPICs), and More: What’s All the To-Do and Is Your Agency at Risk? Summary:Understand all types of reviews that can place your agency at risk. 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 Faculty: Whitemyer, Brandi Program Description: With the current array of pre- and post-payment reviews, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) continues to make new efforts to assure program integrity and compliance. While pre-payment reviews can significantly interrupt cash flow to your agency, post-payment reviews can be just as costly and burdensome. This program helps home health agency administrators, directors, and other staff understand the importance of a clear and directive response to all types of medical reviews, as well as measures that can be taken to avoid placing your agency at risk. Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Recognize the types of CMS medical reviews including RACs, ADRs, and ZPICs Describe practices which place agencies at risk for pre and post payment reviews Evaluate the appeals process following CMS medical reviews About the Presenter:
Brandi Whitemyer, RN, COS-C, HCS-D, HCS-O, AHIMA Approved ICD-10 Trainer/Ambassador is a 14-year veteran of home health and hospice as a Registered Nurse. She has experience as a field nurse, director, administrator, and regulatory affairs executive with agencies, both large and small. She holds both an Associates Degree in Nursing, as well as a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from Kent State University. She is currently a Senior Associate Consultant with Selman-Holman & Associates and the owner of Transitions Health & Wellness Solutions, a home health & hospice coding and consulting agency. Brandi works closely with home health and hospice agencies nationally in providing consulting services, survey compliance, managing medical reviews and appeals of Medicare denials, writing Corrective Action Plans, developing staff education, policy development, developing coding and quality assurance processes, and development of coding education. Brandi is certified as a Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D), Homecare Clinical Specialist-OASIS (HCS-O), and is certified in OASIS competency, COS-C. She is also an AHIMA Approved ICD-10-CM Trainer and Ambassador. Education-Training Credits: 1.50 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate [2468] Additional Documentation Requests (ADRs), Recovery Audit Contractors (RACs), Zone Program Integrity Contractors (ZPICs), and More: What’s All the To-Do and Is Your Agency at Risk?

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2468

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Emergency Preparedness Series 2019

[PKG6159] Emergency Preparedness Series 2019
All four emergency preparedness progams available in a specially priced package that saves you $20! All programs in this specially-priced package were presented on 10/09.2019 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Fall Conference in Grapevine. 4 emergency preparedness presentations were captured and produced for online access. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: October 9, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Fall Conference | Grapevine Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 6.5 Clock Hr(s) (Total of all 4 programs in the series) CE Approval Statements:
· All programs in this package meet continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. Programs Included in this Package: [3294] Time for your Annual Inspection! A Review of the State and Federal Emergency Preparedness Rules - See Details Here [3295] Developing and Implementing Your Emergency Preparedness Plan - See Details Here [3296] Applying the State and Federal Emergency Preparedness Rules: What Surveyors Look For in your Policies and Procedures - See Details Here [3297] Testing Your Emergency Preparedness Plan - See Details Here [PKG6159] Emergency Preparedness Series 2019

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PKG6159

$175.00

6.5 Hrs
How to Get  Something Out of Your Financial Statements - Other Than A Headache

[2470] How To Get Something Out of Your Financial Statements (other than a headache) Summary: Dexter explores financial statements and shows you how to get more from them than just kindling. 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 Faculty: Braff, Dexter Program Description: Every month...ok, maybe, maybe not...you get financial statements. They look impressive – lots of columns, numbers, and ledger accounts, perhaps even a profit. Unfortunately, as billing systems capture more and more data, financial statements have gotten so dense and unwieldy that the information you need – and the insight you can get – is beyond the reach of practically anyone without CPA in their title. Dexter explores financial statements and shows you how to get more from them than just kindling. Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Identify the key components of a financial statement Evaluate the most important areas of the financial statement to focus on Discuss how financial statements can misrepresent the “true” performance About the Presenter:
Dexter Braff has more than 20 years experience in health care mergers and acquisitions. Prior to forming The braff group, he was an associate and senior appraiser with Telesis Mergers & Acquisitions. He also served as regional Director of Finance for Foster Medical Corporation. Dexter has written numerous feature articles on mergers and acquisitions and finance and has authored the chapter on Home Health Care Valuation in the Handbook of Business Valuation published by John Wiley & Sons. Additionally, Dexter is a frequent speaker at major industry conferences and state association meetings. Dexter holds an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh and received the Vincent W. Lanfear Award for academic achievement, a Masters of Science from the University of Oregon, and a Bachelor of Arts from Cornell University. Education-Training Credits: 1.50 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate [2470] How To Get Something Out of Your Financial Statements (other than a headache)

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2470

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Achieving HIPAA Compliance

[2513] Achieving HIPAA Compliance Education-Training Credits: 1.00 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Summary: HIPAA compliance is a hot topic again...and will remain that way. Find out why. 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][6]risk assessment and management Faculty: Acevedo, Luis Program Description: Achieving compliance with current HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules continues to prove an overwhelming task for home health and hospice administrators. Policy development, employee training requirements, technical oversight and notice requirements may seem too onerous or burdensome to your daily operation. Never fear! It is not the end of the world! You can learn to be compliant and minimize your agency’s risk and potential liability and protect your patients privacy rights. Presentation Date: 11.19.2013 Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Describe an example of an administrative safeguard under the Privacy Rule List one example of when a healthcare provider can release protected health information without authorization Identify one situation in which a healthcare provider can be subject to a penalty for a HIPAA violation Identify one entity to which the Security Rule would apply Identify one duty of the HIPAA Privacy Officer About the Presenter:
Luis Acevedo, JD, with Brooks Acevedo Attorneys at Law, has substantial experience in executive management of large healthcare corporations as well as extensive knowledge of Health Law including access, regulation, compliance, Stark Law, anti-kickback and e-health. As a former in-house counsel for Atlantis Health Care Group, Inc. he offers impressive experience in corporate, real estate and business counseling. Mr. Acevedo has used his extensive background to help health care clients resolve internal conflicts, sales and transactions, and conflicts with government agencies. [2513] Achieving HIPAA Compliance

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Acevedo, Luis
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2513

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Advanced Concepts in Compliance: HIPAA 1996 – A hard pill to swallow

[3142] Advanced Concepts in Compliance: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 [HIPAA] – A hard pill to swallow
Refresh your memory, get up to date with recent developments and identify strategies to mitigate your risks. 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) Social Worker 1.0 CEU CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
· Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of social work education by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners, approved provider #1230. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management Program Description: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 [HIPAA] is no longer a minor! More than 21 years have passed since it became law and it is still a compliance headache for healthcare providers. Never fear…compliance is achievable! Refresh your memory, get up to date with recent developments and identify strategies to mitigate your risks. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by adhering to the HIPAA Privacy Rule, Security Rule, and Breach Notification Audit Program in an effort to protect patient privacy. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Luis J. Acevedo, Acevedo & Edwards, PLLC About the Presenter:
Luis J. Acevedo, Esq. has substantial experience in executive management of large healthcare corporations, as well as extensive knowledge of Health Law including licensing, access, regulation, compliance, Stark Law, anti-kickback and e-health. He offers impressive experience in healthcare transactions, corporate and business counseling. Mr. Acevedo has used his extensive background to help health care clients with sales and transactions, to resolve internal conflicts, as well as conflicts with government agencies. [3142] Advanced Concepts in Compliance: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 [HIPAA] – A hard pill to swallow

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Acevedo, Luis
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3142

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Advanced Concepts in Risk Management: Advance Directives – What Providers Need to Know

[3706] Advanced Concepts in Risk Management: Advance Directives – What Providers Need to Know
Covers the Texas Advance Directives Act as it applies to Home Care, Hospice and providers in general. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | November 14, 2022 Program Description: This presentation covers the Texas Advance Directives Act as it applies to Home Care, Hospice and providers in general. It addresses necessary policies and procedures as well as risk management. once viewed, participants will have a better understanding of the law and updates and how to navigate the specifics of Texas and Federal law on the subject of Advance Directives. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.259[d][2]legal issues regarding advance directives §558.260[a][6]risk assessment and 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 11.14.2024 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): Luis Acevedo, J.D., LLM, CM&AA, Acevedo & Edwards PLLC About the Presenter(s):
Luis Acevedo has been practicing law since 1993. He has substantial experience in executive management of large corporations inside and outside the healthcare industry. Mr. Acevedo has a Master’s degree in Healthcare Law and extensive knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to the healthcare industry, including access, compliance, fraud and abuse and e-health. As an attorney for multiple business entities and in-house counsel for Atlantis Health Care Group, Inc., he offers impressive experience in corporate, real estate and business counseling. Mr. Acevedo has used his extensive background to help health care clients resolve internal conflicts, sales and transactions, and conflicts with government agencies. [3706] Advanced Concepts in Risk Management: Advance Directives – What Providers Need to Know

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Acevedo, Luis
Model
3706

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Fraud, Waste and Abuse: Ongoing and Unstoppable

[3139] Fraud, Waste and Abuse: Ongoing and Unstoppable
Understand what is at stake by understanding your responsibilities and legal obligations. 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 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][1]information regarding fraud and abuse detection and prevention §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][4]ethics Program Description: Federal and state governments have ramped up their efforts to combat fraud, waste and abuse in the healthcare system. Despite these efforts, providers throughout the nation continue to face enforcement action. Understand what is at stake, by understanding your responsibilities and legal obligations. This program helps you become familiar with the... Anti-kickback Statute Stark Law False Claims Act Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the activity and indicate an intent to change or enhance their practice by ensuring application of fraud and abuse surveillance within their agency to promote ethical standards of practice. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Luis J. Acevedo, Acevedo & Edwards, PLLC About the Presenter:
Luis J. Acevedo has been practicing law since 1993. He has substantial experience in executive management of large corporations inside and outside the healthcare industry. Mr. Acevedo has a Master’s degree in Healthcare Law and extensive knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to the healthcare industry, including access, compliance, fraud and abuse and e-health. As an attorney for multiple business entities and in-house counsel for Atlantis Health Care Group, Inc., he offers impressive experience in corporate, real estate and business counseling. Mr. Acevedo has used his extensive background to help health care clients resolve internal conflicts, sales and transactions, and conflicts with government agencies. [3139] Fraud, Waste and Abuse: Ongoing and Unstoppable

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Acevedo, Luis
Model
3139

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
HIPAA Compliance - Minimizing Your Risk

[2973] HIPAA Compliance - Minimizing Your Risk Education-Training Credits: 1.5 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Summary:Learn to be HIPAA compliant and minimize your agency’s risk and potential liability. 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 Faculty:Acevedo, Luis Program Description: Achieving compliance with HIPAA’s Privacy and Security Rules continues to prove an overwhelming task for home health and hospice administrators. The recent initiation of compliance audits has most providers on the edge and running for the hills! Are you ready for an audit? Is policy development, employee training and technical oversight enough? Learn to be compliant and minimize your agency’s risk and potential liability. Presentation Date: 11.15.2016 Learning Outcomes(s): Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by adhering to the HIPAA Privacy Rule, Security Rule, and Breach Notification Audit Program in an effort to protect patient privacy. About the Presenter:
Luis Acevedo, Esq. with Brooks Acevedo Attorneys at Law, has substantial experience in executive management of large healthcare corporations, as well as extensive knowledge of Health Law including licensing, access, regulation, compliance, Stark Law, anti-kickback and e-health. He offers impressive experience in healthcare transactions, corporate and business counseling. Mr. Acevedo has used his extensive background to help health care clients with sales and transactions, to resolve internal conflicts, as well as conflicts with government agencies. [2973] HIPAA Compliance - Minimizing Your Risk

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Acevedo, Luis
Model
2973

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Ensure Appropriate Setting Selection by Working with Hospital Discharge Planners

[3117] Ensure Appropriate Setting Selection by Working with Hospital Discharge Planners
How to help Discharge Planners make fact based transition of care decisions. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 08/08/2018 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Annual Conference in Frisco. It is one of 16 presentations captured and produced for online access. Subscribers receive 24/7 on-demand access from both home and office during the subscription period shown at the bottom of this page. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 8, 2018 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Frisco Subscription Type: Individual Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hrs Social Worker 1.5 CEU CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
· Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of social work education by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners, approved provider #1230. 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][9]community resources §558.260[a][10]marketing Program Description:Effective hospital discharge planning and transitions of care have real benefits in improved patient outcomes and lower hospitalization rates. Though the American Medical Association and the Joint Commission offer recommendations for discharge planning, there is no universal system used within hospitals. Being able to work with your hospital discharge planners to help them make fact based transition of care decisions, even if it’s not to your practice setting, may influence the rest of patients’ lives. Program Learning Outcome: Learners will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by utilizing techniques to help discharge planners make fact-based decisions when assisting with transitions of care. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Cheryl A. Acres RN, CCM, CDP About the Presenter:
Cheryl Acres has been an RN since 1978, and a certified case manager since 1998. As of February 2018, she obtained her credentials as a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), and her certification as an Assisted Living Manager (CALM) in Texas. Clinical practice areas have included acute care and home health care, and case management practice has included group health insurance, home health care, Workers’ Compensation, disability management and consulting, with multiple areas of expertise. She founded her company, Comprehensive Care Management LLC in 2007, in order to assist seniors and families to develop a care road map, providing education about illness and services for their aging loved ones, and to aid seniors in maintaining their health, independence, while aging with dignity. [3117] Ensure Appropriate Setting Selection by Working with Hospital Discharge Planners

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Acres, Cheryl
Model
3117

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
The Illinois RCD Experience: Preclaim Review Success

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

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Adams, Cheryl + Guither, Sheila
Model
3272

$60.00

2.0 Hrs
Implementation Strategies for RCD in the New World of PDGM

[3370] Implementation Strategies for RCD in the New World of PDGM
Learn from the presenters experience with RCD and ensure your success. TAHC&H CONFERENCE RECORDING: This program was presented on 2/13/2020 at the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice Winter Conference in Denton. It is one of 18 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 13, 2020 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Winter Conference | Denton Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting §558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management Program Description: With the implementation of RCD March 2nd, providers in Texas must be able to adapt quickly and move from implementing PDGM in January to implementing RCD in March. Illinois and Ohio have gone before us and have valuable experience to share with Texas agencies. This presentation features Executive Director, Sara Ratcliffe, from the Illinois Homecare and Hospice Council, who has been on the front line of advocacy with CMS and Palmetto GBA, who will discuss their ongoing advocacy and problem solving around RCD along with Cheryl Adams, RN, BSN, MBA, Administrator, At-Home HealthCare of Sparta Community Hospital, who will share her agency’s techniques that have helped her to achieve a better than 100% affirmation rate. Learn from their experience and ensure your success. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenters: Cheryl Adams, RN, BSN, MBA, Administrator, At-Home HealthCare of Sparta Community Hospital; Sara Ratcliffe, Executive Director, Illinois Home Care & Hospice Council About the Presenters:
Cheryl Adams RN, BSN, MBA with 40 years of clinical nursing and healthcare executive experience. Cheryl has been the administrator of At-Home Health Care of Sparta Community Hospital since its inception in 1996. Cheryl is responsible for developing, implementing and sustaining the business plan for the hospital based home health agency known as At-Home Health Care. The agency under her direction has a history of multiple deficiency free surveys, a reduction in acute care hospitalization rate, improved patient satisfaction and implementation of a telehealth program. Cheryl is credentialed as a Home Health ICD-10 Coder and OASIS Specialist. Cheryl is committed to having a voice for the home care industry and the people that are served. She feels it is important that leaders of home care ensure access to care but also quality of care to those we serve all while staying compliant with rules and regulations of home health. With the implementation of the pilot program of Pre-claim Review in IL, Cheryl has succeeded in achieving a 100% affirmation rate through the education and implementation of processes to ensure accurate, complete documentation. Sara Ratcliffe serves as executive director of the Illinois HomeCare & Hospice Council (IHHC) working with its Board and our team to deliver exceptional member services, quality educational opportunities, industry leadership and advocacy on public policy issues. Sara has successfully lobbied Congress and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to benefit the IHHC membership. She has expertise in large group processes and thrives on coalition building, creative solutions and working toward consensus. A one-time high school art teacher, Sara earned a BFA in Art History from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Sara serves as the Treasurer of the Central Illinois Foodbank and is a member of the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln Young Philanthropists. [3370] Implementation Strategies for RCD in the New World of PDGM

Speaker
Adams, Cheryl + Ratcliffe, Sara
Model
3370

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Growing your Private Duty Agency through Community Outreach

[3281] Growing your Private Duty Agency through Community Outreach
Learn How Acappella included education and community outreach increase sales volume. NOW AVAILABLE: RELEASED 9/9/2019 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. Presentation Info: Presentation Date: August 28, 2019 TAHC&H Event: TAHC&H Annual Meeting | Grapevine Subscription Type: Individual Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.0 Clock Hrs CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §97.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §97.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers §97.260[a][9]community resources §97.260[a][10]marketing Program Description: What was started at a kitchen table with a big vision and little money, Acappella in Home Care has grown to become one of the largest privately owned home care agencies in the country. Learn How Acappella included education and community outreach increase sales volume. In 2018 alone, gross sales increased by 35%. Community Outreach like a weekly podcast, collecting pajamas for needy seniors, and offering continuing education to area nurses and social workers all helped build the Acappella brand. Program Learning Outcome: Participants will actively engage in the learning activity and indicate an intent to change their practice by implementing community education and outreach programs to increase referrals. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter: Jo Alch, RN, Acappella in Home Care About the Presenter:
Jo Alch is the Founder and Director of Nursing at Acappella in Home Care. Jo worked as a hospice field and triage nurse for many years, discovering a big void in exceptional private duty care and nursing services. Jo opened Acappella in 2006, with a vision to be the leading private pay agency in the DFW area. Jo has won numerous awards for her efforts. She was selected as one of the “Great 100 RNs” in Dallas in 2007. In 2012, Jo was awarded D Magazine’s prestigious “Excellence in Nursing” for home care, and was also recognized by Nurses.com magazine as a regional finalist for outstanding home care nursing. Jo served on the Board of Directors of the Texas Association for Home Care and Hospice, and had an active role on the private pay committee. She is currently serving on the board for the Community Council of Greater Dallas, and is the committee chair for the Dallas Area Agency on Aging. Jo is an active member of her church choir, recently performing at Carnegie Hall in NYC. She is originally from New Orleans, where she is in the Krewe of Muses. Jo has an amazing husband and three wonderful children. [3281] Growing your Private Duty Agency through Community Outreach

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Alch, Jo
Model
3281

$30.00

1.0 Hr
Partnering with Hospice for Palliative Care Program

[3434] Partnering with Hospice for Palliative Care Program
A fresh look at how both Private Pay and Hospice agencies can work together... Presentation Info: TAHC&H Virtual Event | 51st Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | August 27, 2020 Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.5 Clock Hr(s) CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][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 Program Description: Have you ever thought about the opportunity to partner with Hospice or Private Pay to expand your services? This program is a fresh look at how both Private Pay and Hospice agencies can work together to meet the needs of their patient populations. Jo Alch brings an enlightening pathway to this arena and pulls from her personal experience in working with both Private Pay and Hospice agencies. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jo Alch, RN, Founder and Director of Nursing, Acappella In-Home Care About the Presenter(s):
Jo Alch is the Founder and Director of Nursing at Acappella in Home Care. Jo worked as a hospice field and triage nurse for many years, discovering a big void in exceptional private duty care and nursing services. Jo opened Acappella in 2006, with a vision to be the leading private pay agency in the DFW area. Jo has won numerous awards for her efforts. She was selected as one of the “Great 100 RNs” in Dallas in 2007. In 2012, Jo was awarded D Magazine’s prestigious “Excellence in Nursing” for home care, and was also recognized by Nurses.com magazine as a regional finalist for outstanding home care nursing. Jo served on the Board of Directors of the Texas Association for Home Care and Hospice, and had an active role on the private pay committee. She is currently serving on the board for the Community Council of Greater Dallas, and is the committee chair for the Dallas Area Agency on Aging. Jo is an active member of her church choir, recently performing at Carnegie Hall in NYC. She is originally from New Orleans, where she is in the Krewe of Muses. Jo has an amazing husband and three wonderful children. [3434] Partnering with Hospice for Palliative Care Program

Speaker
Alch, Jo
Model
3434

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Grow Your Business Texas Sized

[1614] Grow Your Business Texas Sized Subscription Type: Individual Faculty:Alch & Garrison Jo Alch, RN, DON and Founder of Acappella In Home Care and Administrator Jaime Garrison present key aspects that have taken Acappella In Home Care from a home based private pay business in 2006 to a nationally recognized franchised company in 2010. In this program you will learn to brand and diversify your business, network for referrals, monitor client care and staff performance, and provide exceptional care by putting the client first and supporting your caregivers. Presented by Jo Alch, RN, DON and Founder of Acappella In Home Care and Administrator Jaime Garrison, Acappella In Home Care. Education-Training Credits: 2.0 Hrs HCSSA Administrator/Alternate

Speaker
Alch, Jo & Garrison, Jaime
Model
1614

$60.00

2.0 Hrs
Advanced Concepts in Finance: The Science of a Successful Budget

[3714] Advanced Concepts in Finance: The Science of a Successful Budget
How to master the components of a successful operating budget. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | November 15, 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 §558.260[a][7]financial management Program Description: In a world where cuts to payments and everchanging regulations dictate how your agency operates, budgeting your revenues as well as expenses has never been more important. In order to budget properly in the current healthcare environment, collaboration between the clinical and fiscal teams is a MUST! In this presentation, you will master the components of a successful operating budget by understanding how to use their cost report and clinical documentation to leverage a financial competitive advantage. Being aware of financial implications before admitting a patient can help to put your agency on the path to success. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Natalie Alexander, Manager, WIPFLI About the Presenter(s):
Natalie Alexander joined the Healthcare division of Mueller Prost in 2016 as an intern. She specializes in preparing cost reports and reimbursement with Home Health and Hospice agencies. Natalie works closely with Hospice providers to plan for their yearly Hospice caps. Before Natalie was involved with Home Health and Hospice, she worked with Skilled Nursing Facilities and Home Offices preparing Medicare and Medicaid Cost Reports. She has worked closely in the following states: Texas, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, and Kansas. With her experience, she is responsible for data gathering and analysis, completion of cost reports, and training new team members and interns. With Natalie’s passion for healthcare, she has become a resource that clients rely on. [3714] Advanced Concepts in Finance: The Science of a Successful Budget

Speaker
Alexander, Natalie
Model
3714

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Emergency Preparedness

[3456] Emergency Preparedness
How to be compliant with policies, staff training, patient education and planning, and disaster exercises including COVID-19 impact. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Virtual Event | Administrator Program | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | November 12, 2020 Program Description: Emergency Preparedness is a topic we can all relate to in light of the COVID-19 public health emergency. In this session, learn what is required of healthcare providers regarding the CMS Emergency Preparedness Final Rule and the 2019 updates, as well as Texas licensing regulations. Discover how to be compliant with policies, staff training, patient education and planning, and disaster exercises. This presentation also covers some of the challenges of COVID-19 and how your emergency preparedness plan is impacted. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.259[d][6]emergency preparedness planning and implementation 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): Jennifer Amheiser | BSN, RN, Home Health Consultant, Healthcare ConsultLink About the Presenter(s):
Jennifer Amheiser has over 27 years of healthcare experience serving in acute care and community settings. As part of the Healthcare ConsultLink team, she assists agencies in QAPI processes, Emergency Preparedness planning, Due Diligence surveys, Infection Control Readiness surveys, and Home Health agency start-ups. Jennifer especially enjoys educating agencies and helping with measures that directly impact patient care. [3456] Emergency Preparedness

Speaker
Amheiser, Jennifer
Model
3456

$52.50

1.75 Hrs
Home Health Plan of Care Deficiencies and Documentation Tips

[3760] Home Health Plan of Care Deficiencies and Documentation Tips
Learn tips and helpful items to have in your POCs to save time and avoid those dreaded G-tags! Want to Save Time? This and 4 additonal programs are included in the Survey Preparedness Workshop for Licensed & Certified Providers package. Order PKG6993 to get all 5! Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | Spring Virtual Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | May 10, 2023 Program Description: The patient plan of care (POC) is a hotbed of opportunity for surveyors to find deficiencies. As the foundation of every patient’s care, the POC contains orders, medications, identifiers, frequencies, interventions, goals, certification statement…you get the picture…there are a LOT of areas for error! In this session, we will look at the most common deficiencies cited and learn ways to avoid them. You will learn tips and helpful items to have in your POCs to save time and avoid those dreaded G-tags! In addition, we will review examples of documentation statements and narratives that can be customized for your patients. 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][5]quality improvement 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 05.10.2025 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): Jennifer Amheiser, BSN, RN, Director of Education Services, HealthCare ConsultLink About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Amheiser has over 29 years of healthcare experience serving in acute care and community settings. As Director of Education Services at HealthCare ConsultLink, she coordinates the home health, hospice, and PAS educational events and also manages the online educational portal, EducationLink, set to be launched in a few short months. As a consultant with HCL, she assisted numerous agencies with QAPI processes, emergency preparedness plans, due diligence surveys, and start-ups. Jennifer especially enjoys educating agencies and helping with measures that directly impact patient care. [3760] Home Health Plan of Care Deficiencies and Documentation Tips

Speaker
Amheiser, Jennifer
Model
3760

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Raising the Bar: Mastering QAPI in Your Agency

[3850] Raising the Bar: Mastering QAPI in Your Agency
Designed for agency administrators, quality coordinators, and managers who want to make their QAPI program work for them! 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: QAPI isn't just a checkbox in compliance - it's a catalyst for improvement. This program is for ALL HCSSA agencies to learn the essential components required by regulations and explore recommended practices for elevating care standards for your agency's success. QAPI processes can appear complex and overwhelming, but we will break steps down into a manageable strategy tailored to your specific needs and goals. This program is designed for agency administrators, quality coordinators, and managers who want to make their QAPI program work for 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][5]quality improvement Education-Training Credits: TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education 1.25 Clock Hr(s) Continuing Education for Nurses 1.25 Contact Hr(s) This program awards CNE until 02.21.2026 Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations. Nurse CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Louisiana State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. LSNA Provider No. 4002151 Requirements for Successful Completion
To receive continuing education credits for this online presentation participant must view the entire online presentation, complete an evaluation, and post-test attestation. Reporting of Perceived Bias
Bias, as defined by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (ANCC COA/LSNA) is the “tendency or inclination to cause partiality, favoritism, or influence.” Commercial bias may occur when a CNE activity promotes one or more product(s) (drugs, devices, services, software, hardware, etc.). This definition is not all inclusive and participants may use their own interpretation in deciding if a presentation is biased. The ANCC COA is interested in the opinions and perceptions of participants at approved CNE activities, especially in the presence of actual or perceived bias in continuing education. Therefore, ANCC invites participants to access their “ANCC Accreditation Feedback Line” to report any noted bias or conflict of interest in the education activity. The toll free number is 1(866) 262-9730. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jennifer Amheiser, BSN, RN, Director of Education Services, HealthCare ConsultLink About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Amheiser has over 29 years of healthcare experience serving in acute care and community settings. As Director of Education Services at HealthCare ConsultLink, she coordinates the home health, hospice, and PAS educational events and also manages the online educational portal, EducationLink, set to be launched in a few short months. As a consultant with HCL, she assisted numerous agencies with QAPI processes, emergency preparedness plans, due diligence surveys, and start-ups. Jennifer especially enjoys educating agencies and helping with measures that directly impact patient care. [3850] Raising the Bar: Mastering QAPI in Your Agency

Speaker
Amheiser, Jennifer
Model
3850

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
Enforcement Actions and Rights of the Home & Community Support Services Agency

[PGM1948] Enforcement Actions and Rights of the Home and Community Support Services Agency Summary: DADS enforcement staff discuss IRoD and agency rights. HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed: §558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities §558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting Faculty: Anderson, Sue [DADS] Program Description: Texas DADS Regulatory Services Enforcement staff presents a Home and Community Support Services Agency's rights to an Informal Review of Deficiencies (IRoD), DADS criteria for assessing administrative penalties and rights for appealing. Of importance to all, DADS staff present why, when and how DADS determines a HCSSA must be reported to the National Healthcare and Integrity Protection Data Bank (NHIPDB). Program Objectives: Upon completion of this program, the viewer will be able to: Identify Home and Community Support Services Agencies (HCSSA) Enforcement Actions Analyze HCSSA Informal Review of Deficiencies (IRoD) Procedures Discuss the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services’ (DADS) Reporting of Public Information About the Presenter: Sue Anderson is the Manager of the Survey and Certification Enforcement Unit with DADS. She is a registered nurse with 14 years’ experience in Regulatory Services and Long Term Care. She has regulatory and clinical experience in hospitals, nursing facilities, case management and utilization review. Education-Training Credits: 1.50 Hr(s) HCSSA Administrator/Alternate [PGM1948] Enforcement Actions and Rights of the Home and Community Support Services Agency

Speaker
Anderson, Sue [DADS]
Model
1948

$45.00

1.5 Hrs
Building an Engaged and Committed Team that Stays

[3631] Building an Engaged and Committed Team that Stays
Review and discuss strategies used to identify, empower and retain the very best healthcare professionals. Presentation Info: TAHC&H Winter Conference 2022 | Dallas | Recorded for On-Demand Access Presentation Date | February 24, 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 an aging population that will require more home care, it is imperative that homecare leaders be proactive in identifying, recruiting and retaining healthcare professionals that will be committed to the organization’s mission and vision, their teammates and the industry. By understanding the necessity of a strategic plan to develop an engaged and committed team that stays, with a focus on the development of a strategic recruitment and retention plan, we will review and discuss strategies used to identify, empower and retain the very best healthcare professionals. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Christina Andrews, Director of Professional Services, AXXESS About the Presenter(s):
Christina Andrews is Director of Professional Services at Axxess, where she delivers practical operational solutions to help clients scale operations using technology for home health, home care, hospice and palliative sectors. Prior to joining Axxess, she was the Senior Manager of Growth Solutions at SimiTree Healthcare Consulting, formerly Simione Healthcare Consultants, LLC. She earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in marketing from the University of Toledo in Ohio. [3631] Building an Engaged and Committed Team that Stays

Speaker
Andrews, Christina
Model
3631

$37.50

1.25 Hrs
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