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1HR Industry Update | Voices that Move Policy: Home Care Leaders on the Power of Advocacy
[GS2] Industry Update | Voices that Move Policy: Home Care Leaders on the Power of Advocacy Don't miss this no-charge presentation! View from this page! Presentation Info: TAHC&H Event | Winter Conference General Session | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Immediate No-Charge Online Access from This Page Presentation Date: February 19, 2026 Program Description: The momentum is undeniable: home is where people want to receive care. Yet in a fast-shifting policy and regulatory landscape, belief alone won’t shape outcomes - leaders and their voices will. View this rich-media presentation at no charge. You'll be able to access a candid, solutions-focused panel of home care leaders and public advocacy experts as they unpack why advocacy matters right now, in the context of the issues dominating today’s headlines - payment reductions, workforce pressure, regulatory change, juxtaposed to the expanding promise of care-at-home. This is not a training; it’s a timely conversation designed to translate current events into clear priorities and practical next steps for your organization. You’ll hear real-world stories from leaders who’ve navigated barriers - limited time, message fatigue, and the “how do I start?” problem - and turned them into action that resonates with policymakers, partners, and communities. Walk away with clarity on what’s at stake, what’s moving, and where your voice can make the greatest impact in the weeks and months ahead. This important presentation is made available to you at no-charge, courtesy of TAHC&H and the Home Care Information Network. It provides valuable insight into how you as a provider, along with TAHC&H, can participate in making an impact on legislation and regulations. This presentation does not award continuing education. Access this free presentation below. A link to presentation handouts is found within the presentation player. After opening the player, the full screen icon will expand your view. TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Rachel Hammon, BSN, RN, and Executive Director of the Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice. Bradley Madison, Administrator, ComPassion Personal Care Services & ComPassion At Home Dana Madison, DNP, MBA, BSN, RN, BSA ComPassion Home Care, Advance Care Management, ComPassion Home Health Care, and Akin Gump Representative Kandis McClure, BS, MPH, JD, Policy Advisor, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP Marjorie Costello, Chief Administrative Officer, Disability Services of the Southwest/Lifespan Home Health, President Elect | 2026 | TAHC&H About the Presenter(s): Rachel Hammon Rachel Hammon received her Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Texas in Austin. She has 29 years of experience in nursing with 25 years’ experience in the home health industry. During her employment with a home health agency, she served in many roles (i.e. Pediatric Case Manager, Medicare Case Manager, DON / Administrator and Corporate Director of Clinical Services), which gave her a diverse knowledge of the industry. At the Texas Association for Home Care and Hospice Rachel assisted member agencies with compliance with state and federal laws (Medicare, Medicaid, OSHA, BON, etc.), served as a liaison with state and federal government officials, and on the Nurse Practice Advisory Committee for the Board of Nurse Examiners. As the Executive Director, Rachel is responsible for implementing the mission of the association which is to advocate for ethical practices, quality, and economic viability of licensed providers in Texas. As part of that advocacy she routinely works with state and federal legislators and agency staff on legislation and policy that affects the home care industry. About the Presenter(s): Bradley Madison Bradley Madison is a dedicated professional with a strong commitment to leadership, teamwork, and ongoing development. Known for his collaborative approach, he brings people together to achieve common objectives across various settings, including business, sports, and community organizations. A lifelong learner, Bradley emphasizes integrity, effective communication, and strategic thinking in all of his endeavors. He is actively involved in healthcare advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels, working to promote the growth and sustainability of the industry. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he prioritizes his family, enjoys playing golf, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to local initiatives. His dedication to excellence and positive impact informs both his personal and professional pursuits. Bradley currently serves as the Administrator of ComPassion Personal Care Services and ComPassion At Home. About the Presenter(s): Dana Madison Dana Madison has been an RN for 45 years and for the last 37 years have lived in Lubbock, Texas. She and her family have owned and operated home health agencies for 30 years and a Chronic Care Management company for the last 5 years. She recently finished her doctorate degree in nursing from Texas Tech. She and her husband Ronnie have three grown sons, three daughter-in-laws, and six grandchildren. About the Presenter(s): Kandis McClure Kandis serves as a Washington, D.C.-based policy advisor in the lobbying & public policy group. Leveraging her background in public health and regulatory matters, she advocates for client priorities, with a particular focus on health care. Kandis’ knowledge of the health care landscape at both federal and state levels offers clients valuable insights into multifaceted aspects of healthcare priorities and the dynamics of policy movement. She is a veteran policy advisor, highly skilled in crafting persuasive messaging and developing comprehensive outreach strategies to ensure effective representation of her clients’ interests. Prior to joining Akin, Kandis served as the director of federal advocacy and policy at the Federation of State Medical Boards and as a policy advisor with a top government affairs firm. About the Presenter(s): Marjorie Costello With over 20 years of operational leadership in one of Texas’s largest nonprofit Personal Assistance Services (PAS) organizations, Marjorie Costello brings a broad and deep skill set spanning strategic development, operations, HR, IT, legal, marketing, training, and government affairs. Throughout her career, she has been a dedicated advocate for home care and hospice providers across Texas - especially through long-standing involvement with TAHC&H. She proudly served two terms on the TAHC&H Board of Directors, chaired the Community Care Committee, and currently contribute to the Governmental Affairs, Membership, and Community Care Committees. Her advocacy work is rooted in strong relationships with legislators and agency leaders, and a deep commitment to advancing our industry’s voice at the Capitol. Marjorie is the 2026 President-Elect of TAHC&H. She believe the challenges we face - particularly around regulatory complexity and workforce sustainability - demand collaborative, forward-thinking leadership. Do Not Add To Cart | View Only From This Page
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Cybersecurity Panel
[3875] Cybersecurity Panel
Candid conversations about the experience of breaches in their business and the legalities of handling them.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 55th Annual Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 11, 2024
Program Description: This 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:
§558.260[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): Moderator | Brad Maughan, HCISPP, Regional Sales Director, CyberForce |Q
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s):Heidi Kocher, Esq., Liles Parker PLLC,
Wayne Pierce, Cybersecurity Program Advisor, CyberForce | Q;
Kristen Robison, RN, Chief Government Affairs Officer, Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health;
Brian Singer, CIO, Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
About the Presenter(s): Brad Maughan is a Regional Director at CyberForce|Q working with healthcare and other critical infrastructure
organizations, to provide a better approach to cybersecurity. With over 20 years of experience focused on Healthcare, IT Security, Privacy and Telecommunications, he is passionate
about helping organizations successfully manage the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Before joining CyberForce|Q, Brad worked in data privacy and with an emerging startup
providing cyber risk management services to health systems. He is a certified Health Care Information Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP) and a frequent volunteer at a
99-bed hospital near his home. Helping organizations protect patient data and improve patient outcomes continues to drive and animate his efforts.
About the Presenter(s): Heidi Kocher is a partner with Liles Parker and has over 20 years of experience in health care
legal and compliance-related issues, representing all kinds of health care providers of all size. Her experience includes serving as a chief privacy officer and
interim chief compliance officer at a medical device manufacturer. She also served as an outside compliance expert to a hospital and a clinical laboratory that
were under Corporate Integrity Agreements. She has significant reimbursement experience, responding to and defending audits, addressing coverage policy issues,
challenging denials, recoupments, and loss of billing privileges, obtaining HCPCS codes, and other reimbursement related issues. Her experience also includes
implementing Corporate Integrity Agreements, guiding clients through voluntary self-disclosures and seeking advisory opinions from the OIG. In acknowledgement
of her expertise, Ms. Kocher has served as a lecturer in the Biomedical Engineering department at the University of Texas at Dallas. Ms. Kocher is licensed in
Texas and Maryland and Certified in Healthcare Compliance.
About the Presenter(s): Wayne Pierce is an established cybersecurity consultant with over 26 years of experience
in cybersecurity, skilled in information security program implementation, quantifiable measurement, and strategic advancement. He helps implement quantifiable
information security programs with guaranteed improvement as well as successfully guides organizations through the alignment of security controls and regulatory
requirements. Examples include CIS CSC 18, NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, CMMC, and HIPAA. Wayne has helped organizations develop policies, procedures, reporting
capabilities, and metrics to support program requirements. He collaborates with client leadership to develop reasonable and effective security strategies leading
to the implementation of security technology integrations for real-time-audit of security controls. His professional certifications include Certified Information
Security Manager (CISM) and Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO).
About the Presenter(s): Kristen Robison an RN, is the Chief Government Affairs Officer at Angels of Care Pediatric
Home Health. With over two decades of experience in pediatric home care, Kristen is dedicated to advocating for industry needs, collaborating with state agencies
and legislators, and expanding home care services for children and young adults across multiple states.
About the Presenter(s): Brian Singer is a highly experienced senior information technology executive with a
successful track record in developing IT strategies focused on innovation, simplicity, and operational excellence, in a lean organization. Brian has
successfully transformed technology teams in their efforts to position themselves for scale and growth through cultural, organizational, methodological, and
technological changes. Mr. Singer is known for bringing leading edge Technology solutions to otherwise complex problems.
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PANEL: Prioritizing the Technology Superhighway: Get on or Get Left Behind....
[3885] PANEL: Prioritizing the Technology Superhighway: Get on or Get Left Behind....
Gain practical strategies,
actionable solutions, and tangible takeaways that will empower your agency to make informed decisions and solve the challenges ahead
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 55th Annual Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 11, 2024
Program Description: In today's rapidly evolving landscape, technology is no longer just a tool—it's the
backbone of progress in every industry, including healthcare. But with so many advancements, it can be challenging to navigate the complexities of
automation, data, and analytics. How do you know what your agency truly needs? Where do you begin, and what critical questions should you be asking?
This program delivers and exclusive session with industry leaders who will demystify these technologies, sharing their invaluable insights and real-world
experiences in healthcare automation. This is your opportunity to not only learn about the latest automation proficiencies but also to understand
how these innovations can significantly impact the future of your agency.
Whether you represent a large, medium, or small agency, this session is tailored to your needs. You’ll gain practical strategies,
actionable solutions, and tangible takeaways that will empower your agency to make informed decisions and solve the challenges ahead. Don’t miss out
on this chance to equip your agency with the knowledge it needs to thrive in the future of healthcare.
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): Jennifer Riley, Director of Business Development, Nicular, Justin Grammens, Managing Partner, Recursive Awesome,
Artificial Intelligence Strategic Consulting; Bud Langham, PT, MBA, EVP Clinical Excellence & Strategy, Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Rileyserves as the Director of Business Development at Nicular, a healthcare automation company.
Nicular is a healthcare focused automation company, specializing in automating complex workflows and helping agencies prevent holds and recover missed visits.
Jennifer has 30 years of experience in the healthcare and human services spaces, the last 19 of which have been in pediatric and adult home health. Over the years, Jennifer has
held various leadership roles at TAHC&H, including serving on the board and chairing the Pediatric and Government Affairs Committees.
About the Presenter(s): Justin Grammens is a lifelong learner, speaker, publisher, author, thought leader, podcast host, and
educator in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Software Development. He is the founder and CEO of Recursive Awesome and Lab651, companies that consult with executives to
leverage Artificial Intelligence and build custom software applications, enhancing efficiency and automation in business operations.
Additionally, Justin serves as a board member at Code4Pro, where he provides technical strategy for developing an AI platform designed to
measure individual first responders' physical (biometric) stress levels in real-time. He is also the president and co-founder of the 501(c)(3)
non-profit Applied AI, the creator, producer, and host of the Applied AI Podcast, the owner and publisher of Applied AI Weekly News, and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Saint Thomas.
Above all, Justin values his family life. He is blessed with a loving wife and two wonderful boys who bring joy and balance to his life. Justin invites professional connections and
looks forward to assisting others in any way possible.
About the Presenter(s): Bud LanghamComing Soon
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Technology & Innovations in Home Care | Compliance Considerations for TX Agencies
[3950] Panel Discussion: Technology & Innovations in Home Care | Compliance Considerations for TX Agencies
Adopting new tech doesn’t guarantee regulatory compliance or protection from citations.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 56th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date: August 26, 2025
Program Description:
Technology is becoming increasingly important for homecare agencies, but with innovation comes responsibility. Agencies must understand that adopting new tech doesn’t guarantee regulatory compliance or protection from citations. It's essential to choose technology that fits the agency’s needs and to evaluate and document its effectiveness as part of the QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) plan. Agencies should stay informed, exercise caution, and ensure proper oversight to avoid legal or enforcement issues.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4] agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3] basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 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):
Panel Lead - Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin, Consultant, RJNG Health Care Consulting, LLC; Brian W. Lebanion, CEO/Consultant, BC Healthcare Consulting, Heidi Kocher Esq., J.D., M.B.A., C.H.C. Liles Parker PLLC, J’non Griffin, RN, MHA, HCS-D, HCS-O, COS-C, HCS-H, HCS-C, SVP Coding and OASIS/Compliance, SimiTree
About the Presenter(s): Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin
Rosalind has been a public speaker and facilitator for home care and hospice since 2000. In August 2022, Rosalind retired from a 33-year career in state government ending at
Texas Health and Human Services, where she was a senior policy specialist for regulation of long-term care including hospice, home health, and personal care,
supportive palliative care, assisted living, and day activity and health services industries. As a health care consultant, Rosalind is passionate about
assisting entity leaders to understand and overcome compliance challenges while advocating for quality of life and quality of care for clients, residents,
and patients. She continues to analyze state and federal legislation for impact to providers and consumers, review state regulations, develop and deliver
continuing education and training to providers, and provide guidance to industry leaders through state and federal survey preparation activities, such as
mock surveys and leadership mentoring. Rosalind is a subject matter expert for federal/nationwide standards and possesses a keen understanding of
accreditation for home health and hospice care. Rosalind is well-versed in the regulations for the settings where home care is delivered,
including nursing/skilled nursing, assisted living, intermediate care for individuals with developmental disabilities, and independent
living settings. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Texas ~ New Mexico Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
She is an avid gamer, loves comics and reading, and resides in Austin with her husband, son, and cats.
About the Presenter(s): Brian W Lebanion
Brian 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): Heidi Kocher
Ms. Kocher is a partner with Liles Parker and has over 20 years of experience in health care legal and compliance-related issues,
representing all kinds of health care providers of all size. Her experience includes serving as a chief privacy officer and interim
chief compliance officer at a medical device manufacturer. She also served as an outside compliance expert to a hospital and a
clinical laboratory that were under Corporate Integrity Agreements. She has significant reimbursement experience, responding to
and defending audits, addressing coverage policy issues, challenging denials, recoupments, and loss of billing privileges,
obtaining HCPCS codes, and other reimbursement related issues. Her experience also includes implementing Corporate Integrity
Agreements, guiding clients through voluntary self-disclosures and seeking advisory opinions from the OIG. In acknowledgement
of her expertise, Ms. Kocher has served as a lecturer in the Biomedical Engineering department at the University of Texas at Dallas.
Ms. Kocher is licensed in Texas and Maryland and Certified in Healthcare Compliance.
About the Presenter(s): J'non Griffin
J'non is a 34 year veteran of home care as an RN. She received her Master’s Degree in Health Care
Administration in 2005. She has experience as a field nurse, director and executive with home health and hospice agencies, both large and small. J’non is certified as a Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D), Certified in OASIS competency, COS-C, Certified in Homecare Coding Specialist-Hospice (HCS-H), Home Care Specialist-Compliance (HCS-C) and is an AHIMA approved ICD-10-CM trainer/ambassador. J’non is an accredited ACHC and CHAP consultant. She has presented several webinars, and has been a nationally recognized speaker on a variety of subjects.
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