New Products
THMP PEMS | Provider Enrollment and Management System
[3579] THMP PEMS | Provider Enrollment and Management System
An explanation of this new system and provider responsibilities.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 17, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
0.75 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: The Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership’s (TMHP) Provider Enrollment and Management System (PEMS) is
coming soon. TMHP's Israel Barco explains this new system and provider responsibilities. Provider enrollment functions will be available through PEMS,
and providers must use the new system to enroll in Texas Medicaid. The new system will be the single tool for provider enrollment, reenrollment,
revalidation, and maintenance requests (maintaining and updating provider enrollment record information).
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Israel Barco and Yolanda Brown, THMP
About the Presenter(s):
Israel Barco is a TMHP Provider Relations Representative, in billing and education for The Texas Medical Center,
Gulf Coast Region. As a Provider Relations Representative, hisob is to provide Billing and provider education and ensuring that every Texan from oldest to tiniest Texan are receiving care without delay. He has 30 years of billing and revenue cycle experience with extensive knowledge in Medicaid education.
About the Presenter(s):
Yolanda Brown is the TMHP Provider Relations Retention and Recruitment Rep for Houston Region.
As a Provider Relations Representative, she is responsible for ensuring that a strong provider network is available to provide endless client care. She has 10 years of
extensive knowledge of the Provider Enrollment process working as a Provider Enrollment Specialist, validating, and processing Medicaid Applications.
[3579] THMP PEMS | Provider Enrollment and Management System
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- Barco, Isreal
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- 3579
$22.50
Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation | Agency Investigations
[3572] Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation | Agency Investigations
Discover the expectations listed in the Texas Administrative Code for Agency Investigations and a detailed, step by step,
process for reporting according to the HCSSA regulations.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: What is self-reporting and how can an agency stay in compliance with the HCSSA requirements?
In this presentation you will discover the expectations listed in the Texas Administrative Code for Agency Investigations and provided a detailed, step by step,
process for reporting according to the HCSSA regulations.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.259[d][7]abuse, neglect, and exploitation
§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): Kay Hollers, RN, MPH | Independent Consultant| HealthCare ConsultLink
About the Presenter(s):
Kay Hollers is well known to TAHCH audiences as she has been an active member or associate
member since her return to Texas in 1985. Kay holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas with a major in Nursing and a Master’s Degree in Public
Health from the University of Texas School of Public Health. She also earned a post-master’s Specialist Certification in Health Care Evaluation from Wayne State
University College of Nursing in Detroit. Kay taught Public Health Nursing at Michigan State University and has practiced in and consulted with home health and
hospice agencies large and small, public and private. She currently is a consultant with HealthCare Consultlink. Kay likes to share her experiences and knowledge
with audiences and has been a frequent presenter for TAHCH conferences and seminars.
[3572] Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation | Agency Investigations
- Speaker
- Hollers, Kay
- Model
- 3572
$30.00
Advanced Concepts in Training Requirements | More Than Just a Checklist
[3568] Advanced Concepts in Training Requirements | More Than Just a Checklist
A summary of the required training for all Home & Community Support Services Agencies
(HCSSA) to assure that employees, contractors and volunteers receive the right training at the right time.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: This presentation provides a summary of the required training for all Home & Community Support Services Agencies (HCSSA).
The administrator must assure that employees, contractors and volunteers receive the right training at the right time. Despite the difficulty of this undertaking,
this presentation encourages you to embrace training as a an opportunity to improve performance, business alignment, value, and retention.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][5]quality improvement
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): Valerie Cornett, MS, Chief of Strategy and Innovation, MAC Legacy
About the Presenter(s):
Valerie Cornett is the Chief of Strategy and Innovation for MAC Legacy. Valerie has been in
the home health and hospice industry since 1995, and brings many distinctive qualities to the team. She has served in many roles over the years spanning from education
to operations to finance. Her leadership experience will help agencies not only meet their goals, but also solve a myriad of challenges. Valerie looks forward to
building relationships with providers and other vendors to strengthen the industry.
[3568] Advanced Concepts in Training Requirements | More Than Just a Checklist
- Speaker
- Cornett, Valerie
- Model
- 3568
$30.00
Complaint Investigation and Resolution | Managing Complaints
[3571] Complaint Investigation and Resolution | Managing Complaints
Improve the effectiveness and consistency of managing complaints.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: Learn to improve the effectiveness and consistency of managing complaints and how to use quality assessment/performance
improvement (QAPI) to manage and reduce such complaints. Develop person-centered approaches and explain how perception can be an ally or foe in reducing client complaints.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.259[d][5]complaint investigation and resolution
§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): Kay Hollers, RN, MPH | Independent Consultant| HealthCare ConsultLink
About the Presenter(s):
Kay Hollers is well known to TAHCH audiences as she has been an active member or associate
member since her return to Texas in 1985. Kay holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas with a major in Nursing and a Master’s Degree in Public
Health from the University of Texas School of Public Health. She also earned a post-master’s Specialist Certification in Health Care Evaluation from Wayne State
University College of Nursing in Detroit. Kay taught Public Health Nursing at Michigan State University and has practiced in and consulted with home health and
hospice agencies large and small, public and private. She currently is a consultant with HealthCare Consultlink. Kay likes to share her experiences and knowledge
with audiences and has been a frequent presenter for TAHCH conferences and seminars.
[3571] Complaint Investigation and Resolution | Managing Complaints
- Speaker
- Hollers, Kay
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- 3571
$30.00
Fraud, Waste & Abuse | Let’s Talk About Legal Marketing Practices
[3569] Fraud, Waste & Abuse | Let’s Talk About Legal Marketing Practices (Because No One Looks Good in Orange)
Reviews the current state of Federal and Texas state fraud and abuse law governing marketing plus tips for structuring compliant arrangements.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: There’s been a rise in investigation, civil litigation and criminal prosecution and of marketing arrangements,
including in the home health and hospice industry sector. This presentation reviews the current state of Federal and Texas state fraud and abuse law governing marketing and
review several example cases. The presenters also present tips for structuring compliant arrangements.
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][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
1.5 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): Heidi Kocher, JD, MBA, CHC, Partner, Liles Parker, PLLC and Jennifer Papapanagiotou, JD, Partner, Liles Parker, PLLC
About the Presenter(s):
Heidi Kocher Esq., MBA, CHC, is a partner with the law firm of Liles Parker. She has over 20 years of experience advising
and defending health care clients on legal and regulatory matters affecting providers of all sizes. She is an expert in all aspects of compliance and privacy programs, including developing and
deploying policies, procedures and training. Her experience includes serving as a Chief Compliance Officer and a Chief Privacy Officer, implementing the various requirements and aspects of
Corporate Integrity Agreements, and responding to and defending audits from Medicare, Medicaid and private insurers up through the ALJ level. She received her J.D. from Georgetown University
Law Center. She is licensed in Texas and Maryland, and admitted to the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. She is also Certified in Health Care Compliance.
About the Presenter(s):
Jennifer Papapanagiotou's practice focuses on compliance, regulatory and transactional matters for a wide array of health
care providers, including home health and hospice agencies. She has extensive experience in analyzing proposed and existing business arrangements for compliance with federal and state fraud and
abuse laws, and drafting a wide variety of legal agreements. Ms. Papapanagiotou is knowledgeable in all aspects of state licensing for home health and hospice providers, and in Medicare and
Medicaid enrollment, including initial enrollment, changes of ownership and appeals of revocation actions. Finally, she assists clients with compliance plans, forming new businesses, and
addressing Medicare and Medicaid program coverage and reimbursement issues
[3569] Fraud, Waste & Abuse | Let’s Talk About Legal Marketing Practices (Because No One Looks Good in Orange)
- Speaker
- Papapanagiotou, J & Kocher, H
- Model
- 3569
$45.00
Emergency Preparedness | Play Calling
[3570] Emergency Preparedness | Play Calling
Emergency Preparedness is a "team sport"; learn the requirements and best practices to ensure your
team members understand their roles and execute effectively when an emergency threatens.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: Emergency Preparedness is a "team sport". Having an overall "play calling" strategy that favors your agency's
strengths as well as identifies and improves upon your weaknesses is required by CMS regulation. In this presentation, learn the requirements and best practices to ensure your
team members understand their roles and execute effectively when an emergency threatens.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.259[d][6]emergency preparedness planning and implementation
§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
1.5 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 Gibson Osburn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, Director of Education, SimiTree Healthcare Consulting
About the Presenter(s):
Jennifer Gibson Osburn is a Registered Nurse with over 27 years of combined home health staff nurse, clinical management,
administration, and technology experience. This diverse background combined with certifications for OASIS and ICD-10 coding knowledge creates a depth of connection to home health staff across the nation.
As a seasoned Medicare regulatory thought leader, Jennifer regularly trains on PDGM, Conditions of Participation, Emergency Preparedness, Infection Control, QAPI, Documentation, Coding,
OASIS, agency operations and management. Her heart for teaching and supporting home health professionals has created opportunities to present for The Joint Commission, CHAP, NAHC, and
numerous state home health associations.
[3570] Emergency Preparedness | Play Calling
- Speaker
- Osburn, Jennifer
- Model
- 3570
$45.00
Advanced Concepts in Infection Control | A Comprehensive Infection Pgm to Prevent Transmission
[3567] Advanced Concepts in Infection Control | A Comprehensive Infection Program to Prevent Transmission of Infectious Diseases
Steps you, as an administrator or leader in the agency, need to ensure is taking place to meet regulatory guidance, and keep your staff and clients safe.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: A comprehensive infection prevention and control (IPC) program is part of the Conditions of Participation,
Emergency Preparedness, and OSHA surveys. COVID made agencies acutely aware of the potential gaps in their infection control and prevention programs. In this presentation learn what basic
steps you, as an administrator or leader in the agency, need to ensure is taking place to meet regulatory guidance, and keep your staff and clients safe. Before COVID- reared its ugly head,
the CDC noted in an Emerging Infectious Disease article that home-based nurses or caregivers have the opportunity to spot signs of infection during wound care, respiratory care,
infusion therapy, enteral therapy, and urinary tract care. From basics of teaching proper techniques, to monitoring, to contact tracing, we discuss ways to combine several of your
activities to decrease the amount of work needed to meet regulatory guidelines.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.259[d][8]infection control
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][6]risk assessment and management
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): J’non Griffin RN, MHA, HCS-D,HCS-C,HCS-H,COS-C | 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.
[3567] Advanced Concepts in Infection Control | A Comprehensive Infection Program to Prevent Transmission of Infectious Diseases
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- Griffin, J'non
- Model
- 3567
$30.00
Advanced Concepts in Operations
[3566] Advanced Concepts in Operations
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: Coming Soon!
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): Melinda Gaboury, COS-C, Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s):
Melinda Gaboury, with more than 28 years in home care, has over 18 years of executive speaking and educating experience,
including extensive day to day interaction with home care and hospice professionals. She routinely conducts Home Care and Hospice Reimbursement Workshops and speaks at state association meetings
throughout the country. Melinda has profound experience in Medicare PDGM training, billing, collections, case-mix calculations, chart reviews and due diligence. UPIC, RA, ADR &TPE appeals
with all Medicare MACs have become the forefront of Melinda’s current impact on the industry. She is currently serving on the NAHC/HHFMA Advisory Board and Work Group and is Associate
Director on the Home Care Association of Florida Board of Directors. Melinda is also the author of the Home Health OASIS Guide toOASIS-D1.
[3566] Advanced Concepts in Operations
- Speaker
- Gaboury, Melinda
- Model
- 3566
$37.50
Advanced Concepts in Communication| Everyone Communicates, Few Connect
[3565] Advanced Concepts in Communication| Everyone Communicates, Few Connect
Learn how to successfully execute change management and avoid the common missteps that lead to stress and burnout.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: Change is inevitable in healthcare. Organizations must continue to evolve or risk being left behind.
In this presentation leaders will learn tools to successfully execute change management and avoid the common missteps that lead to stress and burnout.
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): Marcylle Combs, MS, RN, BS, CHCE, President, MAC Legacy
About the Presenter(s):
Marcylle Combs After over 30 years in home health care and hospice, holding many positions including field nurse,
director, administrator and owner/president of a successful home health and hospice company, Marcylle sold her business to embark on new opportunities. She has since founded 3 companies,
serving as President over The Marcylle Combs Company, MAC Legacy Investments, a real estate development company and MAC Legacy – a home health care and hospice resource company. Marcylle
is well known in Texas and nationally for her leadership in both the home care and hospice community. She has served on the TAHCH Government Affairs Committee since the ‘90s and is currently
serving on the board of directors for The Home Care and Hospice Financial Managers Association (HHFMA); a professional organization bringing together CFOs, CEOs, COOs and other
financial positions who are employed by the nation’s 25,000 home care and hospice agencies. She also chairs the Women in Leadership group for HHFMA. She enjoys speaking on various
subjects such as mentoring, leadership and communication.
[3565] Advanced Concepts in Communication| Everyone Communicates, Few Connect
- Speaker
- Combs, Marcylle
- Model
- 3565
$37.50
Advanced Concepts in Finance
[3564] Advanced Concepts in Finance
This presentation outlines key principles for participation and consensus
with financial goals, excellence in documentation, and how everyone can contribute to an effective budget and plan.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 16, 2021
Program Description: A good budget is the foundation of any strong financial plan. It
requires a range of perspectives within home care and hospice organizations to set realistic (not optimistic) plans. Budgeting
exercises must consider team functions and goals, allowing necessary time to gain input and share an understanding of how the
budget can foster consistent operational performance. This presentation outlines key principles for participation and consensus
with financial goals, excellence in documentation, and how everyone can contribute to an effective budget and plan.
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
1.5 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): Amy Knight, CPA, Knight CPA Group
About the Presenter(s):
Amy Knight is a CPA, originally from Oklahoma and now based in Austin,
Texas with over 20 years experience almost exclusively in home health and hospice. Her CPA firm, Knight CPA Group, has extensive experience
with all financial issues pertaining to home health, hospice and other healthcare providers including cost reporting, accounting & payroll issues
that are specific to healthcare providers.
[3564] Advanced Concepts in Finance
- Speaker
- Knight, Amy
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- 3564
$45.00
Advanced Concepts in Business Development | Keys to Successful Strategic Growth | Leadership:
[3563] Advanced Concepts in Business Development | Keys to Successful Strategic Growth | Leadership: Build a Growth Centric Culture
Best practices to drive consistent program growth.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 15, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements
for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.260[a][2]development and interpretation of agency policies
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
Program Description: Do you have the right structure, people, processes and technology to deliver
consistent incremental growth? In this presentation national strategic growth expert, Michael Ferris, delivers an in-home care provider presentation where you will discover how
to implement best practices at your agency to drive consistent program growth while driving down the cost of sales per admission. Planning and budgeting process will be covered
as well as other topics including 5 ways to drive down the cost of sales per
admission, keys to sales training success and sales management, importance of the sales process, growth centric culture and managing referrals
from receipt to admission.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Michael Ferris, Managing Partner and Trainer in Chief, Healthcare Strategica, LLC
About the Presenter(s):
Michael Ferris found his passion for home health, hospice, palliative care and in-home
community-based services 27 years ago. He was originally on the operational side of the business until starting his first consulting practice in 2000.
Since that time, he has consulted and provided strategic growth advisory services to many of the leading home health and hospice organizations in the country.
As the developer of the industry best-practice sales training process, he has trained thousands of the most successful sales professionals in the industry.
Michael founded Healthcare Strategica in 2018 to re-imagine the relationship between consultant and client in the hospice and home care industry.
In 2020 he created the Healthcare Strategica Sales Academy to deliver his legendary sales training on-demand to the industry. He is the author of 11 industry specific
books related to strategic growth for healthcare, home health and hospice.
[3563] Advanced Concepts in Business Development | Keys to Successful Strategic Growth | Leadership: Build a Growth Centric Culture
- Speaker
- Ferris, Michael
- Model
- 3563
$30.00
Advanced Concepts in Compliance | Breached: Is Your Barn Door Wide Open?
[3562] Advanced Concepts in Compliance | Breached: Is Your Barn Door Wide Open?
Learn about the common areas of vulnerability, the impact of data loss,
key elements for protecting your organization, and ways to reduce risk.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 15, 2021
Program Description: This presentations discusses (i) legal obligations to investigate and respond to security
incidents and (ii) steps to comply with reporting obligations under HIPAA and state law. Our new reality: risks are on the rise. With data breaches in the
last nine years affecting over 2,500 healthcare entities with data breaches of more than 500 records each, data breaches and resulting regulatory and legal
actions have escalated in healthcare with penalties reaching millions in 2021. Learn about the common areas of vulnerability, the impact of data loss,
key elements for protecting your organization, and ways to reduce 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
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, JD, MBA, CHC, Partner, Liles Parker and Larry K. Neiswender, Managing Partner, Protect EHR
About the Presenter(s):
Heidi Kocher, Esq., MBA, CHC, is a partner with the law firm of Liles Parker.
She has over 20 years of experience advising and defending health care clients on legal and regulatory matters affecting providers of all sizes.
She is an expert in all aspects of compliance and privacy programs, including developing and deploying policies, procedures and training.
Her experience includes serving as a Chief Compliance Officer and a Chief Privacy Officer, implementing the various requirements and aspects
of Corporate Integrity Agreements, and responding to and defending audits from Medicare, Medicaid and private insurers up through the ALJ level.
She received her J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center. She is licensed in Texas and Maryland, and admitted to the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.
She is also Certified in Health Care Compliance.
About the Presenter(s):
Larry Neiswender is a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served as a computerized flight simulation technician.
He is a Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator and holds a designation from the Department of Health and Human Services as a Practice Workflow and Health Information Technology Redesign Specialist.
As the founder and Managing Partner of a company named Protect EHR, he has conducted over 1500 Security Risk Analyses for healthcare entities in 10 states and has served as a Security and
Compliance Consultant for over 300 entities.
[3562] Advanced Concepts in Compliance | Breached: Is Your Barn Door Wide Open?
- Speaker
- Kocher,H & Neiswender,L
- Model
- 3562
$37.50
Employment Law | FLSA, FMLA, & ADA - Oh My!
[3557] Employment Law | FLSA, FMLA, & ADA - Oh My!
A review of each including how each should be addressed in employee handbooks.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | HCSSA Administrator Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 15, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.75 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:
§558.260[a][2]development and interpretation of agency policies
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
Program Description: In this Employment Law session, Alicia Haff, JD, reviews the major tenets of The Americans with
Disabilities Act and Family Medical Leave Act as well as discuss the legal interplay between the two. Alicia also provides an overview of the Civil Rights Act
of 1991 using recent EEOC cases and provides general guidance on how employers can eliminate/mitigate harassment and discrimination complaints in the workplace.
Wage and Overtime rules are reviewed with an eye towards ensuring employers understand how not to violate FLSA. Alicia uses these topics in her discussion of
employee handbooks and what information should AND should not be contained within these guidance materials.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Alicia J. Haff, JD, Partner, ETC Companies
About the Presenter(s):
Alicia J. Haff is a Founder and Partner with Eligibility Tracking Calculators.
Having obtained her Bachelor of Arts in History from Trinity University in 1992 and her Juris Doctorate from the University of Texas School of Law in
Austin in 1996 has practiced law in Texas since 1997. From 1997 until 2010, Alicia spent her time in the court room litigating employment disputes,
commercial matters and personal injury claims. Since that time Alicia has concentrated on keeping her clients out of the courtroom by proactively
identifying ways to correct potential liability issues. Alicia performs these services on a regular basis with client “in-service” audits, in
group settings and through training workshops. Healthcare specifically, the Affordable Care Act and pending replacement legislation have become
Alicia’s passion. She obtained her Texas General Lines License in 2007, has obtained her Certified Health Care Specialist designation and is
certified as a Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Professional. As part of her consulting practice, Alicia is retained on a regular
basis by clients to advise on the intricacies of the Affordable Care Act and by clients who need to come into compliance with the law and surrounding regulations.
[3557] Employment Law | FLSA, FMLA, & ADA - Oh My!
- Speaker
- Haff, Alicia
- Model
- 3557
$52.50
SURVEY READY? What is the busy PAS executive to do?
[3555] SURVEY READY? What is the busy PAS executive to do?
How many PAS agencies can say they are always ready for a survey?
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 14, 2021
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][6]risk assessment and management
Program Description: We all know that surveyors can show up at any time and that we should always be ready.
How many PAS agencies can say they are always ready for a survey? In this presentation experienced speaker Kay Hollers provides tools to allow participants to approach surveys prepared and confident.
Emphasis is placed on personnel issues, QAPI, Emergency Preparedness and other commonly cited operations areas. PAS agencies - do not miss this educational opportunity!
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Kay Hollers, HealthCare ConsultLink
About the Presenter(s):
Kay Hollers is well known to TAHCH audiences as she has been an active member or
associate member since her return to Texas in 1985. Kay holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas with a major in Nursing and a Master’s
Degree in Public Health from the University of Texas School of Public Health. She also earned a post-master’s Specialist Certification in Health Care Evaluation from
Wayne State University College of Nursing in Detroit. Kay taught Public Health Nursing at Michigan State University and has practiced in and consulted with home health
and hospice agencies large and small, public and private. She currently is a consultant with HealthCare Consultlink. Kay likes to share her experiences and knowledge
with audiences and has been a frequent presenter for TAHCH conferences and seminars.
[3555] SURVEY READY? What is the busy PAS executive to do?
- Speaker
- Hollers, Kay
- Model
- 3555
$37.50
DAILY RESET BREAK | Take control of your daily life using mindfulness
[3554] DAILY RESET BREAK | Take control of your daily life using mindfulness
Simple tools that can help anyone to manage daily stress in minutes, before it turns into prolonged burnout.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 15, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements
for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Program Description: Tessa Todd Morgan offers simple tools that can help anyone to manage daily stress in minutes, before it turns into prolonged burnout.
Are you ready to re-energize, re-center, and re-boot your body, mind and spirit? Tessa is your guide in light participation, including breathing exercises, simple stretching for the workplace,
and action plan coaching to help you focus on proactive behaviors that support your emotional and physical wellness.
Learn about ways to fight fatigue, increase concentration, maximize energy, elevate creative thinking, and train your brain to be more resilient in face of
daily stresses at work and at home. It's time to learn the power of a Daily Reset Break.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Tessa Todd Morgan – Founder & CEO, TRIESSENCE
About the Presenter(s):
Tessa Todd Morgan is a mindfulness expert, personal growth coach and accredited trainer in
Emotional Intelligence. As the Founder and CEO of TRIESSENCE, Tessa has coached hundreds of individuals and organizations to achieve a balance of physical, mental and spiritual wellness.
In 2003, Tessa began in the professional speaking industry, and was privileged to work with famous keynote speakers and celebrities such as Dr. Oz, Geena Davis, Sir Ken Robinson and Suze Orman.
Today, she speaks, trains and consults professionally, coaching contributors to become leaders, and helping leaders to become steadfast, calming influencers in stressful corporate environments.
In her programs, Tessa leads people to recognize the invisible barriers that exist between them and their goals, and helps them to develop strategies for achieving those goals by recognizing
and neutralizing various forms of stress using personal growth, optimism and mindfulness techniques.
After getting her degree and studying Criminal Justice and Business Management, Tessa completed a four-year leadership development program at the Center for Authentic Leadership where
she received her coaching training and enjoyed working with entrepreneurs from around the world. Shortly thereafter, Tessa received her accreditation in Emotional Intelligence for Personal
Leadership from the Institute for Health and Human Potential. Today, she helps audiences to solve the daily problems that millions of workers and leaders face every day—the
inability to step “outside” their own heads and purposefully reset, renew, and re-energize themselves.
[3554] DAILY RESET BREAK | Take control of your daily life using mindfulness
- Speaker
- Morgan, Tessa Todd
- Model
- 3554
$30.00
The 5 Levels of Home Care & Hospice Leadership
[3553] The 5 Levels of Home Care & Hospice Leadership
Everything rises and falls on leadership; nothing more, nothing less.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 15, 2021
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][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Program Description: Great leaders constantly ask, ‘Who could do what I am doing now?’” Every home care and hospice leader and manager
is on one of these levels with their organization and the individuals on their team. And the good news is that every leader can move up to a higher level and raise the influence
of the organization. While you raise your own level, you can develop a plan to raise and equip your people to take on many responsibilities and authority you have… and allow yourself
to both move higher and create a lasting leadership footprint. Everything rises and falls on leadership; nothing more, nothing less.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Jim Mathis, IPCS, CSP, MDiv., CEO of Reinvention Nation, LLC
About the Presenter(s):
Jim Mathis is a bestselling author, International Platform Certified Speaking Professional (IPCS),
Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), and member of the John Maxwell Team. He has been writing, speaking and consulting for over 40 years internationally. Jim helps
business leaders who want to reinvent their organizations in changing and challenging economic climates and crises. He leads energetic, entertaining and interactive
business growth presentations across many industries. He will help you lead your people through crisis with the goal of adding value to them and your organization.
[3553] The 5 Levels of Home Care & Hospice Leadership
- Speaker
- Mathis, Jim
- Model
- 3553
$37.50
No-Pay RAP & Notice of Admission - How to be Successful
[3548] No-Pay RAP & Notice of Admission - How to be Successful
Details a plan of attack for agencies to succeed with NOA implementation in 2022.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 15, 2021
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 this program Melinda Gaboury delves into the results of the NO Pay RAP implementation for 2021 including reviewing
statistics regarding the No Pay RAP, current claims processing issues log at the Medicare MAC and identify how agencies can track their issues and outline penalty and how agencies monitor.
She also details the requirements for the Notice of Admission in 2022 including reviewing the details for NOA regulation from the Proposed Rule, reviewing Claims Processing Manual for Updates and
details the plan of attack for agencies to succeed with NOA implementation in 2022.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Melinda A. Gaboury, COS-C, Chief Executive Officer, Healthcare Provider Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s):
Melinda A. Gaboury with more than 28 years in home care, has over 18 years of executive speaking and educating experience,
including extensive day to day interaction with home care and hospice professionals. She routinely conducts Home Care and Hospice Reimbursement Workshops and speaks at state association meetings
throughout the country. Melinda has profound experience in Medicare PDGM training, billing, collections, case-mix calculations, chart reviews and due diligence. UPIC, RA, ADR &TPE appeals
with all Medicare MACs have become the forefront of Melinda’s current impact on the industry. She is currently serving on the NAHC/HHFMA Advisory Board and Work Group and is Associate Director
on the Home Care Association of Florida Board of Directors. Melinda is also the author of the Home Health OASIS Guide toOASIS-D1.
[3548] No-Pay RAP & Notice of Admission - How to be Successful
- Speaker
- Gaboury, Melinda
- Model
- 3548
$37.50
Community Care Rate Enhancement Program - What You Need to Know to Participate & Stay Compliant
[3549] Community Care Rate Enhancement Program - What You Need to Know to Participate and Stay Compliant
Benefits the Rate Enhancement program offers to
Community Care providers licensed in the PHC Waiver program.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 15, 2021
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 this program you will learn what benefits the Rate Enhancement program offers to
Community Care providers who are licensed in the PHC Waiver program. The PHC Waiver program allows for additional reimbursement to providers if certain criteria are met
and maintained with regards to how that additional reimbursement is spent. While the program looks very attractive, and it can be, you must understand the
requirements thoroughly. You'll learn what the rules are for participating, staying compliant, what additional reporting must be filed and how to keep your
agency off recoupment for underspending those funds.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Amy Knight, CPA, President, Knight CPA Group
About the Presenter(s):
Amy Knight is a CPA, originally from Oklahoma and now based in Austin, Texas with over
20 years experience almost exclusively in home health and hospice. Her CPA firm, Knight CPA Group, has extensive experience with all financial issues pertaining
to home health, hospice and other healthcare providers including cost reporting, accounting & payroll issues that are specific to healthcare providers.
[3549] Community Care Rate Enhancement Program - What You Need to Know to Participate and Stay Compliant
- Speaker
- Knight, Amy
- Model
- 3549
$37.50
Nursing Jurisprudence & Ethics
[3552] Nursing Jurisprudence & Ethics
All Texas nurses must obtain 2 contact hours continuing education on jurisprudence and ethics. This program fulfills that Texas Board of Nursing requirement.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 15, 2021
Nursing - Targeted Continuing Education
Nursing Jurisprudence and Nursing Ethics
Texas Board of Nursing Rule 216.3(g)
All nurses must complete at least 2 contact hours of CNE relating to nursing jurisprudence and nursing ethics
before the end of every third two-year licensing period (applicable to licensing periods that began on or after January 1, 2014). The CNE course(s) must contain information related to:
the Texas Nursing Practice Act,
the Board's rules (including §217.11, Standards of Nursing Practice),
the Board's position statements,
principles of nursing ethics, and
professional boundaries.
Contact hours completed for this requirement do count towards completion of the 20 contact hours of CNE required for all nurses.
Certification may not be used to fulfill this requirement.
APRNs may not use CME to fulfill this requirement. Only CNE is acceptable.
Program Description: This program fulfills the requirements of the Texas Board of Nursing in an interactive format.
Become reacquainted with the Texas Nursing Practice Act, Texas BON Rules and Position Statements. Every nurse is charged with knowing the Texas BON rules
that apply to nursing practice. The presenter will take the rules everyone needs to know and apply those rules to your practice in home care. Ethical principles and professional
boundaries will also be covered.
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
2.00 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, Vice President Quality and Education, McBee
About the Presenter(s):
Lisa Selman-Holman is a veteran of home care with over 35 years spent in
home health and hospice, both as an RN and as an attorney practicing exclusively in home care. She is the Vice President of Quality and Education for
McBee as of July 1, 2021. McBee is a full-service healthcare consulting firm providing coding and OASIS outsourcing, comprehensive medical review, and education. Lisa directs McBee's Post Acute Academy.
[3552] Nursing Jurisprudence & Ethics
- Speaker
- Selman-Holman, Lisa
- Model
- 3552
$60.00
Myth Busters on Maintenance Therapy
[3550] Myth Busters on Maintenance Therapy
An overview of the do’s & don’ts of maintenance therapy.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 15, 2021
Program Description: Concerns and questions frequently presented to Kornetti & Krafft Health Care Solutions regarding maintenance
therapy focus on proper beneficiary identification, supportive documentation, therapy utilization and billing procedures. Getting this information right is critical for any
organization to ensure that the revenue generated by this arm of the benefit is soundly protected in the audit-intensive environment the industry is experiencing.
This program provides you with an overview of the do’s & don’ts of maintenance therapy.
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
1.50 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): Cindy Krafft PT, MS, HCS-O, Owner / Founder, Kornetti & Krafft Health Care Solutions
About the Presenter(s):
Cindy Krafft is an owner of Kornetti & Krafft Health Care Solutions based in Florida. She brings more than
25 years of home health expertise that ranges from direct patient care to operational / management issues as well as a passion for understanding regulations. For the past 15 years,
Cindy has been a nationally recognized educator in the areas of documentation, regulation, therapy utilization and OASIS. She has and currently serves on multiple Technical Expert
Panels with CMS Contractors working on clinical and payment reforms and bundled payment care initiatives. Cindy is an active member of the National Association of Home Care and
Hospice (NAHC) and currently serves on multiple committees. She has written 3 books – The How-to Guide to Therapy Documentation, An Interdisciplinary Approach to Home Care and the
Handbook to Home Health Therapy Documentation – and co-authored her fourth, The Post-Acute Care Guide to Maintenance Therapy with her business partner Diana Kornetti PT, MA, HCS-D.
[3550] Myth Busters on Maintenance Therapy
- Speaker
- Krafft, Cindy
- Model
- 3550
$45.00
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