[3824] The Building Blocks of a PAS Agency
Basics of developing PAS service lines, especially expanding into private pay.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 8, 2023
Program Description: This program touches on the basics of developing PAS service lines, especially expanding into private pay
with a alternate culture to ensure success. Candyce also reviews the definition of what falls under the PAS licensure category and what does not and discusses specialty program options as competitive advantages.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§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][10]marketing
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, CDCS, Owner of SLUSHER Consulting
About the Presenter(s): Candyce Slusher is a geriatric-focused nurse serving San Antonio since 1995 in multiple settings,
specifically PAS since 2004. As a Home Care Consultant my primary goal is to help agencies provide the highest quality care to seniors in their communities through
regulatory compliance, creating a culture of accountability, and simplifying work-flow systems.
[3824] The Building Blocks of a PAS Agency
$30.00
[3815] Advanced Concepts in Cyber Security: Proactive Cybersecurity Risk Management
A comprehensive overview of the unique cybersecurity challenges for home health agencies.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 7, 2023
Program Description: While technology and risk management help decrease an agency's vulnerability to a cyber-attack by
cyber criminals continue to develop elegant methodologies to attack healthcare environments, which remain the #1 target to our nation’s critical infrastructure.
This program offers a comprehensive overview of the unique cybersecurity challenges for home health agencies and the importance of proactive and reactive measures
to best protect patient data and other sensitive healthcare and business information.
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
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 Dunn, Woligo and Brad Maughan, HCISPP, CyberForce|Q
About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Dunn boasts over twenty-five years of experience in information technology-related roles.
As a CIO, she has led innovation teams, developed robust market strategies, and harnessed technology to drive growth while prioritizing cybersecurity measures.
Today, Dunn co-leads Woligo (Work. Life. Go.), an insurtech startup designed to market self-service capabilities for insurance, benefits,
banking, and retirement products to small business owners and independent workers. Her duties are focused on developing the Company's technology, digital marketing,
finance, and general business operations, defining and driving the overall business strategy, and continuously improving operations. while leading a multi-disciplined,
geographically diverse team.
Prior to her current role, Dunn held the dual position of Vice President of Performance Analytics and Reporting as well as Vice President of Information
Technology. In this capacity, she undertook the mission of transforming the company's approach to performance management while also strengthening cybersecurity measures.
She assembled a dedicated team, implemented company-wide processes to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), managed data governance practices, and directed strategic
planning efforts to align with organizational health and growth plans. Furthermore, she championed cybersecurity initiatives and led the Information Technology department,
ensuring robust cybersecurity practices were in place throughout the organization.
[3815] Advanced Concepts in Cyber Security: Proactive Cybersecurity Risk Management
$30.00
[3814] Advanced Concepts in Ethical Practices
Business owners and leaders must practice ethically and can’t afford to ignore this informative program.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 7, 2023
Program Description: Heidi Kocher, attorney from Liles Parker PLLC, tackles the sensitive issues of ethical practices in the healthcare industry.
Heidi addresses fraudulent business behaviors, both operationally and clinically, as well as issues surrounding upcoding, staffing ratios, clinicians not turning in notes and lastly,
agencies being compliant with their compliance plan, etc. Business owners and leaders must practice ethically and can’t afford to ignore this informative program.
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][4]ethics
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
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.
[3814] Advanced Concepts in Ethical Practices
$30.00
[3813] Advanced Concepts in Technology: Artificial Intelligence
Learn more about what and how AI will revolutionize how we work today.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 7, 2023
Program Description: Artificial Intelligence or AI is all the rage today. Some say it is more transformative than the internet.
What is it really and how will it likely impact our industry? Watch Chris Attaya and learn more about what and how AI will revolutionize how we work today.
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
1.5 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Chris Attaya, MBA, Vice President, Product Strategy, Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP)
About the Presenter(s): Chris Attaya joined SHP in 2014 after spending 28 years in executive and consulting positions within the Home Health and
Hospice industry. In his role, he is responsible for product development and client relationships to help organizations achieve increased operational and financial performance through the use
of SHP’s industry leading analytics platform and benchmark data. Prior to SHP, Chris was the CFO at the VNA of Boston and had worked at Partners Health Care at Home as CFO and CEO. He received
a B.A. in Public Health from Tufts University and an M.B.A. from the Graduate School of Management at Boston University concentrating in Health Care Finance.
[3813] Advanced Concepts in Technology: Artificial Intelligence
$45.00
[3812] Advanced Concepts in Budgeting: The Science of a Successful Budget
Gain expertise in crafting a robust operating budget by harnessing the power of cost reports and clinical documentation.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 7, 2023
Program Description: In today's dynamic healthcare landscape, where payment cuts and evolving regulations constantly shape your agency's operations,
effective budgeting for both revenues and expenses has become paramount. The key to achieving this lies in fostering collaboration between your clinical and fiscal teams, an absolute necessity
in the current healthcare climate. With this program you will gain expertise in crafting a robust operating budget by harnessing the power of cost reports and clinical documentation to gain a
financial edge. Anticipating financial implications prior to admitting a patient is the strategic move that can set your agency on the path to success.
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
1.5 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Brian W Lebanion, MBA, CPC, RNC, HCS-O, HCS-D, Healthcare Consulting Manager, Wipfli
About the Presenter(s): Brian W Lebanion has more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry and provides consulting services for
all aspects of home health care and hospice, including operations, reimbursement and education. He specializes in comprehensive consulting services offering clients and providers survey/licensure
coaching, clinical review and training, financial and revenue cycle management, third-party audit response, and quality assurance/performance improvement training.
[3812] Advanced Concepts in Budgeting: The Science of a Successful Budget
$45.00
[3811] Advanced Concepts in Communication for Healthcare Leadership
Centers on "Advanced Concepts in Communication" tailored to healthcare leaders and their teams.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 7, 2023
Program Description: In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, effective communication is paramount, not only in patient care but also in leadership.
This presentation centers on "Advanced Concepts in Communication" tailored to healthcare leaders and their teams. Jennifer explores how healthcare leaders can employ advanced communication
strategies to enhance team collaboration, drive organizational excellence, improve outcomes, and increase revenue. Topics include fostering a culture of open and transparent communication,
building interprofessional collaboration within leadership teams, and leveraging communication tools and technologies for more efficient decision-making. Ethical and sensitive conversations within
leadership, especially in challenging situations, is emphasized. The aim is to equip healthcare leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to optimize their leadership capabilities through
advanced communication concepts, ultimately leading to higher team performance, improved organizational outcomes, and a more resilient healthcare system.
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
1.5 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jennifer Prescott, RN, MSN, Founder, Blue Water Homecare and Hospice
About the Presenter(s): Jennifer Prescott is the Founder and Chief Operations Officer of Blue Water Homecare and Hospice. She is responsible for the strategic direction,
vision and growth of the fastest-growing senior care agency in Central Texas. As a seasoned professional with over 27 years of experience in nursing and clinical operations, Jennifer is known for compassionate care
and maximizing operational excellence. Prior to starting her own business, Jennifer served as the Regional Executive Director at Altus Hospice where she increased sales 300% and tripled the average daily census in
two and a half years. Before her work with Altus, Jennifer was the Nurse Manager of Operations at Duke University Hospital where she managed the daily operations of three ambulatory clinics serving 36,000 patients
per year. The initiatives Jennifer led during her tenure resulted in a 75% reduction in fall rates during a six-month period. Jennifer began her nursing career learning industry best practices at the world-class C
hildren’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
[3811] Advanced Concepts in Communication for Healthcare Leadership
$45.00
[3809] Advanced Concepts in Business Development
This dynamic session will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the evolving home care industry.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 6, 2023
Program Description: Unlock the potential of advanced business development strategies tailored for the dynamic world of home care services.
In this enlightening session, Sheila Davis delves into the innovative and forward-thinking concepts that can propel your home care agency beyond the fundamentals. Journey into advanced business
development and explore a spectrum of cutting-edge tactics, from data-driven decision-making to outcome-based care models. Key Topics:
Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
Outcome-Based Care
Telehealth Integration
Partnerships and Alliances
Specialized Care Programs
Value-Based Payment Models
Employee Development and Training
Marketing Automation
Advanced Care Technology
Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
Quality Improvement Initiatives
Market Expansion
Client-Centered Care
Research and Innovation
This dynamic session will equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed to thrive in the evolving home care industry.
Gain a competitive edge by embracing these advanced concepts and delivering exceptional care to your clients. Your journey to business excellence starts here.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§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
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): Sheila Davis, Senior Vice-President, Area Operations, Always Best Care Senior Services
About the Presenter(s): Sheila Davis is an accomplished Healthcare administration executive with comprehensive experience directing
successful operational strategies and driving academic and research facility. Her background includes extensive years of excellent experience overseeing healthcare operations
while spearheading financial reporting and management, budgeting, staff recruitment, revenue generation, and service line expansion. Ms. Davis was one of HomeCare University’s
inaugural class, earning her certification as a Certified Home/Hospice Care Executive (CHCE). Additionally, she excels at propelling healthcare initiatives and policies while
driving optimal facility efficiency and productivity within multimillion-dollar businesses. Ms. Davis serves on the NAHC Strategic Planning Committee, Advisory Council,
Quality Data Implementation Committee, Rural Advisory Council, Finance Committee & Home Care Workforce Action Alliance; PDHCA Advisory Board; HCAOA Medical Advisory Board,
Quality Data Review Committee & VA Committee; TAHC&H Board of Directors, Government Affairs Committee, Private Pay Committee, Membership Committee, and Community Care Services
Committee. She is also a founding member of the Home Care Action Alliance; member of the Texas State Preventive Health Advisory Committee (SPHAC); serves on the WellSky Home Client
Advisory Board; and is an ACHC Certified Consultant. Ms. Davis is engaged as the Senior Executive Vice President, Area Operations at Always Best Care Senior Services.
[3809] Advanced Concepts in Business Development
$37.50
[3810] Advanced Concepts in Compliance
Takes a deeper dive into some of the more complex and enduring compliance issues.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 6, 2023
Program Description: The last few years have seen many new challenges for home health and hospice agencies (pandemic, wage inflation),
while old challenges remain (payer audits). This presentation takes a deeper dive into some of the more complex and enduring compliance issues as well as exploring what the DOJ’s
updates to its policies on prosecution of individuals and evaluation of the effectiveness of corporate compliance programs mean for home health and hospice providers.
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
1.25 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): Heidi Kocher Esq. , J.D., M.B.A., C.H.C. Liles Parker PLLC
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.
[3810] Advanced Concepts in Compliance
$37.50
[3808] 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 Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 6, 2023
Program Description: In this presentation Troy Brooks covers the Texas Advance Directives Act as it applies to Home Care, Hospice and providers in general.
He covers necessary policies and procedures as well as risk management. 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.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][2]legal issues regarding advance directives
§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
1.25 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): Troy Brooks, Attorney, Degan, Blanchard & Nash
About the Presenter(s): Troy Brooks, a former Assistant General Counsel for the Texas Department of Human Services, the predecessor agency of the Texas
Health and Human Services Commission has practiced almost exclusively in the area of non-acute long term care throughout the country. Mr. Brooks has been practicing for over 20 years. He began
as a judicial clerk for the Honorable B. Dexter Ryland, Chief Judge of Louisiana’s 9th Judicial District Court. Mr. Brooks is now with Degan, Blanchard & Nash and his practice provides a full
range of services for healthcare providers throughout the country. From defending a provider from Medicare, Medicare or licensure enforcement to handling mergers and acquisitions, Mr. Brooks’
practice covers a wide range of areas impacting healthcare providers.
[3808] Advanced Concepts in Risk Management: Advance Directives – What Providers Need to Know
$37.50
[3819] The 2024 Home Health Landscape - How do the financial, PDGM, and VBP changes included in the Final Rule impact your agency?
This program is a MUST for all Home Health staff.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 8, 2023
Program Description: We all know the home health landscape has been very dynamic over the past several years with the introduction of PDGM, behavioral adjustments,
and the national roll-out of Value-Based Purchasing (VBP). The 2024 Home Health Final Rule is now different with Wage Index & Payment Rate updates, another behavioral adjustment, changes to PDGM payment
calculations, and significant modifications to the VBP structure for 2025. SimiTree’s national speaker, Mike Simione, details the changes that are coming, helps you to understand how they
impact the future Home Health landscape, and provides insights into what your agency can do today successfully navigate this dynamic environment . You will walk away with both the knowledge and
resources to become your agency’s expert on the Home Health Final Rule and strategies toward successful operations moving forward. This program is a MUST for all Home Health staff.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][5]quality improvement
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Mike Simione, Director, Cost Reports, SimiTree
About the Presenter(s): Mike Simione 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.
[3819] The 2024 Home Health Landscape - How do the financial, PDGM, and VBP changes included in the Final Rule impact your agency?
$30.00
[3818] CY2024 Home Health Final Rule: QRP
CMS is making the move so that QRP, Care Compare and VBP include the same data.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 8, 2023
Program Description: CMS is making the move so that QRP, Care Compare and VBP include the same data.
There are new QRP measures regarding transitions in care and the focus on falls has just gotten greater considering the OIG study on falls in home
health. The implications of other finalized changes will also be discussed, including the clinical aspects of PDGM updates in the functional,
clinical grouper and comorbidities.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][5]quality improvement
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, McBee
About the Presenter(s): 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.
[3818] CY2024 Home Health Final Rule: QRP
$30.00
[3817] CY2024 Home Health Final Rule: VBP
What’s now and what’s new?
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 8, 2023
Program Description: What’s now and what’s new? The TNC is currently 17.5% of the Total Performance Score of VBP, but CMS is implementing drastic changes.
Even though CMS is omitting the TNC from its programs and replacing it with the Discharge Function score, the TNC scores are still important through payment year 2026. Now is the time to ramp up for
the first performance year for Discharge Function, so learn what your plan should be for 2024. ACH and ED Use claims data currently comprise 35% of your Total Performance Scores. Even though your
ACH and ED Use scores are being jettisoned in favor of the new PPH, the ACH and ED Use will still impact your payment until 2026. New to VBP are the PPH and the Discharged to Community (claims-based)
quality measures, which together will comprise 35% and will require some adjustments in your Performance Improvement Programs. PPH will include hospitalizations (both ACH and LTCH) and observation stays.
The DTC measure will include readmissions for up to 31 days after discharge. Lisa discusses what actions can be taken now to improve those numbers.
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
1.0 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 Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, McBee
About the Presenter(s): 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.
[3817] CY2024 Home Health Final Rule: VBP
$30.00
[3816] CY2024 Home Health Final Rule Overview
A high-level comprehensive overview of what the CY 2024 Home Health Final Rule includes.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 8, 2023
Program Description: This program features noted industry experts, Michael Simione, MBA, Director, Cost Reports, SimiTree and Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, McBee,
who provide a high-level comprehensive overview of what the CY 2024 Home Health Final Rule includes. Agencies will have a better understanding of the impact that the final rules will have on them and what steps
they should take to prepare their agencies for the final rule. This program is an overview and prepares you for the additional programs [3817, 3818, 3819] that will guide you through the details of the final rule both financially and clinically.
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
1.0 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 Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, McBee and Mike Simione, Director, Cost Reports, SimiTree
About the Presenter(s): 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.
About the Presenter(s): Mike Simione 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.
[3816] CY2024 Home Health Final Rule Overview
$30.00
[3823] Will your Hospice Documentation Withstand the Scrutiny of a Medical Review Audit?
Go beyond the LCDs and common tools for documenting eligibility by drilling down to the details and characteristics that differentiate terminal and chronic patients with the same diagnosis.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 8, 2023
Program Description: Accurate hospice eligibility documentation is critical to fulfilling the CoPs and payment requirements.
The lack of supporting documentation for a terminal prognosis is the number one reason for denial. Reviewers often look for a significant decline in patient condition.
Although this is not a requirement of hospice care, terminal prognosis is. This program helps clinicians document the slightest changes in baseline measures.
More importantly, you'll learn how to capture in documentation the occurring changes that support terminal prognosis – even without a decline in baseline measures.
Go beyond the LCDs and common tools for documenting eligibility by drilling down to the details and characteristics that differentiate terminal and chronic patients with the same diagnosis.
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)
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): Leslie Heagy RN, COS-C, Director of Clinical Services, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s): Leslie Heagy Leslie Heagy is Registered Nurse who joined Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc. (HPS),
as the Clinical Services Manager, in June 2017. Leslie is part of the clinical consulting team providing support and solutions to home health and hospice agencies across
the country to achieve regulatory compliance. In 2022, Leslie was promoted to Director of Clinical Services over both home health and hospice clinical consulting.
Leslie has operational experience in the survey process for Medicare/Medicaid licensed agencies and has assisted agencies in
developing/implementing corrective action plans. Her experience includes clinical consulting, performing clinical chart reviews, onsite billing audit reviews,
provider education, developing and implementing quality and performance improvement programs for home health and hospice agencies.
[3823] Will your Hospice Documentation Withstand the Scrutiny of a Medical Review Audit?
$30.00
[3822] Prepare for 2024 with a Financial & Operational Perspective of the Hospice Final Rule
This program is a MUST for all Hospice staff.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 8, 2023
Program Description: It is crucial for hospice agencies to understand how the Hospice Final Rules impact agency operations both financially and operationally.
The Hospice Final Wage Index & Payment Rule is packed full of changes for 2023-2024 including a projection of 3.1% increase in total hospice payments. However, it is not an overall increase in reimbursement
rates for everyone due to the significant and widely varying changes in the wage index that drives the local rates an agency receives from Medicare. This program also includes strategic
insights with a comprehensive breakdown of the updates to Hospice Conditions of Participation and Hospice Quality Reporting Requirements. See SimiTree’s national speakers, Mike Simione and Laurie Newlun,
as they delve into the conversations that matter. You will gain the knowledge and resources for preparing your agency for the impact of both the value piece and financial piece as well as outline
anticipated actions providers should take now. This program is a MUST for all Hospice staff.
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)
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): Mike Simione, Director, Cost Reports, SimiTree and Laurie Newlun, MSN, RN, CHC, CHPC, Senior Manager SimiTree Healthcare Consulting
About the Presenter(s): Mike Simione 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): Laurie Newlun joined the team as a Senior Manager in 2021 and provides Compliance, Regulatory and Quality Consulting for home health and
hospice organizations. A Tennessee resident, she has more than 20 years of experience serving home health and hospice organizations and focused expertise in hospice and palliative care across clinical operations,
quality management, and corporate compliance in both hospital and community based settings. Certified in healthcare compliance and healthcare privacy by the Health Care Compliance Association, she is a former
national director of palliative and advanced illness and a hospice accreditation site visitor with the Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP), where she supported hospice initiatives and the development
and implementation of community based palliative care standards.
Prior to serving as vice president of regulatory and clinical compliance for home health and hospice with Healthcare Strategies Inc., Chattanooga, she spent four years as the lead
hospice compliance partner with Ensign Services, San Juan Capistrano, CA and Pennant Services, Eagle, Idaho, where she managed hospice compliance activities for more than 40 agency locations in 12 states.
During seven years with Hospice of Chattanooga, she served as senior vice president of compliance, executive director of palliative care and nurse manager for acute and long-term care services. She also
served as coordinator of both system service excellence and palliative care with Memorial Healthcare System, Chattanooga. At Saint Francis Health System, Tulsa, OK, Laurie spent six years supporting
hospice and palliative care 2 SimiTreeHC.com delivery as a clinical supervisor, branch director of satellite services, and inpatient consultation nurse and coordinator. Laurie’s early nursing experience
includes staff and charge nurse roles at Children’s Medical Center, Tulsa. Prior to earning a master’s degree in nursing from University of Phoenix, Laurie graduated from Oklahoma City University with a B.S.
in health care administration and from Rodgers University with an associate degree of applied since in nursing.
[3822] Prepare for 2024 with a Financial & Operational Perspective of the Hospice Final Rule
$30.00
[3821] The Top 5 Hospice Claim Denials and How to Avoid Them
A review of the top hospice claim denials from all Medicare MACs,
OIG & other review contractors.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event Administrator Conference | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 8, 2023
Program Description: This program provides a review of the top hospice claim denials from all Medicare MACs,
OIG & other review contractors. Targeted Probe & Educate is in full swing and this program helps navigate the edits and the denial percentages that are being produced.
It is imperative that agencies are prepared to successfully navigate the Medicare medical review process!
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)
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): Leslie Heagy RN, COS-C, Director of Clinical Services, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s): Leslie Heagy Leslie Heagy is Registered Nurse who joined Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc. (HPS),
as the Clinical Services Manager, in June 2017. Leslie is part of the clinical consulting team providing support and solutions to home health and hospice agencies across
the country to achieve regulatory compliance. In 2022, Leslie was promoted to Director of Clinical Services over both home health and hospice clinical consulting.
Leslie has operational experience in the survey process for Medicare/Medicaid licensed agencies and has assisted agencies in
developing/implementing corrective action plans. Her experience includes clinical consulting, performing clinical chart reviews, onsite billing audit reviews,
provider education, developing and implementing quality and performance improvement programs for home health and hospice agencies.
[3821] The Top 5 Hospice Claim Denials and How to Avoid Them
$30.00
[3798] Why and How Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Matters to Your Hospice Organization
How VBID compnents affect your hospice and revenue collections.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event 54th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | August 31, 2023
Program Description: In its fifth year of testing, the hospice component of Medicare’s Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID)
continues to grow and evolve. In fact, the number of Medicare Advantage organizations participating in the VBID model increased by more than 35% and were expected
to provide coverage for more than 9.3 million Medicare beneficiaries in 2023. While those numbers are still out, what we do know is that if your hospice organization
has not been affected by this shift in payment for hospice services, it will be in the very near future.
In this session, Zaundra Ellis discusses components of the hospice VBID model, how they affect the care your hospice organization provides,
and how collecting your hard-earned revenue is different when working with a Medicare Advantage organization.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][2]development and interpretation of agency policies
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
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): Zaundra Ellis, Vice President of Hospice Professional Services, Axxess
About the Presenter(s): Zaundra Ellis is the Hospice Product Manager for Axxess. She leverages her many years of expertise in the
hospice industry to create a software that is easy to use and allows clients to be clinically, administratively and financially compliant. Prior to joining Axxess,
Zaundra served as the Executive Director and Regional Director for Kindred Hospice and Heart to Heart Hospice agencies across Texas. In this role she oversaw an inpatient
hospice facility, created and implemented a companywide QAPI program for an organization that served more than 2,500 patients, and used her experience to create operations
that improved compliance and maximized reimbursements. Zaundra is an active member of the Texas Association of Home Care and Hospice and has served on multiple committees
including the Education, Hospice and Medicare/Medicaid committees.
[3798] Why and How Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Matters to Your Hospice Organization
$30.00
[3797] Time Management for Administrators: Balancing Operations with Compliance
How to manage day-to-day issues while working your compliance program.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event 54th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | August 31, 2023
Program Description: Administrator’s and Clinical Supervisors never have "enough time". Compliance tends to get pushed to the back burner because it’s
seen as additional work that can be done when all the fires have been put out, until compliance becomes the bonfire we can’t ignore. In this presentation, there is a discussion of the day-to-day issues facing
home-based care agencies, and managing those issues while working your compliance program. Also discussed is how to document efficiently so that completing your compliance is just a matter of running
a report from your EMR. We can’t eliminate emergencies, but we can restructure to stop duplicating work and allow you and your team the one thing more important than coffee; TIME!
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): Ann Lozano, CEO, Forte Consulting Group
About the Presenter(s): Ann Lozano started in home health care accidently in 2006 while she was figuring out what to do with a
Political Science and Business degree in San Antonio. Her original plan of becoming Michael J Fox from Spin City didn’t seem to have as much potential as she originally thought.
A part time job in a private pay PAS agency turned into managing a private pay PAS agency which turned into Regional Director for a Medicaid PAS program and then to Administrator
at an adult Home Health Agency. She started her consulting company with her business partner in 2013 and since then has had the opportunity to work with Home Health and Hospice
clients across the US with a focus in Texas.
[3797] Time Management for Administrators: Balancing Operations with Compliance
$30.00
[3796] Enhancing Home Health Quality Improvement: Insights, Innovations, and Impact
Distill the latest CMS report formats to prioritize and implement performance improvement efforts for the highest impact at your agency.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event 54th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | August 31, 2023
Program Description: In the evolving landscape of healthcare, home health performance improvement plays a
vital role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. This presentation aims to distill the latest
CMS report formats to prioritize and implement performance improvement efforts for the highest impact at your agency. It will delve into the realm of
home health quality reporting and discuss the significance of interpreting results and prioritizing measures for improvement efforts. Discover the
latest insights and best practices that contribute to improved patient outcomes, enhanced care coordination, and increased transparency within
the home health industry. Gain valuable insights, engage in meaningful discussions, and shape the future of home health performance improvement.
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
1.25 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): J'non Griffin, RN, MHA, HCS-D, HCS-C, HCS-H, COS-C, Prinicpal, SimiTree Healthcare Consulting
About the Presenter(s): J'non Griffin 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.
[3796] Enhancing Home Health Quality Improvement: Insights, Innovations, and Impact
$37.50
[3795] Employee Tax Credits: What You Need to Know
Find out if your agency qualifies for tax credits.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event 54th Annual Meeting | Rich-Media Presentation Capture | Online On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | August 31, 2023
Program Description: What is the work opportunity tax credit? What is the Employee retention tax credit?
Are they really as lucrative as some people claim? (the answer is YES for private duty!) What are other tax credits that I should be tracking in my business? How can those tax credits help offset my labor cost?
Learn who is eligible
Learn how to receive the credits
Best practices for implementing in your company
Top vendors and providers to partner with for tax credits
Strategic Tax Planning: Federal and State tax Implications for credit tracking
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): Shelby Betts, Whirks
About the Presenter(s): Shelby Betts is a consultant for small and mid-sized businesses who want to utilize great technology to enhance their
businesses and drive their mission. Shelby is passionate about seeing owners succeed, creating great places to work for their employees, and making operational processes make sense. When she’s not
at work, Shelby enjoys hiking, hanging with her sweet husband, and being the neighborhood cat lady.
[3795] Employee Tax Credits: What You Need to Know
$30.00