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Take the Guesswork Out of Wound Assessment and Documentation
[3546] Take the Guesswork Out of Wound Assessment and Documentation
Any clinician who performs wound care or any staff member that is responsible to
review wound documentation should view this program.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 14, 2021
Program Description: Wound care, in general, continues to be an area of concern with most agencies when it comes to
assessment and documentation. Many clinicians and staff that audit charts struggle with the different types of wounds, what needs to be documented, and how to
document findings to paint a picture of what is happening with that wound. Any clinician who performs wound care or any staff member that is responsible to
review wound documentation should view this program. The presenter takes a practical look at wounds and best practices for assessment and documentation of wounds
and talks about the different types of wounds, the required physician documentation, methods and frequency of measurements, and
documentation elements that should be included. She also discusses ways the agency can ensure consistent documentation and what resources need to be provided to clinicians to ensure they are successful.
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): Lisa McCLammy, BSN, RN, COS-C, HCS-D, Senior Clinical Education Consultant, MAC Legacy
About the Presenter(s):
Lisa McCLammy has more than 24 years of nursing experience in various areas of healthcare. She currently
holds certifications in OASIS-D, and ICD 10 coding. Lisa is a Senior Clinical Education Consultant for MAC Legacy. She has presented for various state associations and well as
conducting training and education on a variety of topics. Her experience as a consultant, Director of Customer Success for a Home Health Software company, and Director of
Patient Care and Alternate Administrator for a home health agency give her a unique perspective and an understanding of the challenges home care agencies face. Lisa is an
active member of the Texas Association of Home Care & Hospice for the last 6 years, serving on both the Medicare/Medicaid and Clinical Practice committees.
[3546] Take the Guesswork Out of Wound Assessment and Documentation
- Speaker
- McClammy, Lisa
- Model
- 3546
$30.00
Workplace Violence: Planning, Protecting, & Preventing
[3547] Workplace Violence: Planning, Protecting & Preventing
How you can keep your workplace free from violence...
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
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Program Description: As leaders, you have probably asked yourself how you can keep your workplace free from violence in order to safeguard your employees.
Have you played out your plan in your mind?
Have you role played the plan with your staff?
Is your plan part of your emergency preparedness plan?
Learn about some recent legislative pushes to require agencies to comply with a prevention plan. Join Grace as she shares her
workplace violence experiences and discusses the factors that should be considered as you plan, protect and try to prevent workplace violence.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Grace Werckle, BSN, RN, Home Care Education Nurse Manager, Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice
About the Presenter(s):
Grace Werckle worked in the Homecare Industry for over 25 years prior to joining the TAHCH staff. She has had the wonderful
opportunity to serve in multiple roles at Home Health Agencies fulfilling positions varying from Administrator to DON/Clinical Supervisor to Case Management to Field RN. With this, Grace was able
to provide focus and specialty in QA, OASIS and Compliance and enjoyed learning and held both OASIS and Coding certifications in the past years. Grace received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing
degree from Incarnate Word College in San Antonio, Texas and currently works with Texas Association for Homecare and Hospice in the Home Care Education Nurse Manager role.
[3547] Workplace Violence: Planning, Protecting & Preventing
- Speaker
- Werckle, Grace
- Model
- 3547
$37.50
Cultural Leadership Awareness: What is this “New” WAVE of Leadership?
[3545] Cultural Leadership Awareness: What is this “New” WAVE of Leadership?
The latest in Leadership...and worth your time.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 13, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
2.00 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: As leaders “We Achieve, are Versatile, Encouraged, and Successful.” “We” represents unity, togetherness, and innovation.
“Versatility” brings out our creativity and flexibility that represents great leadership skills. “Encourage” yourself to be great, to be better, and to grow your leadership skills.
Also encourage those around you: your co-workers, your subordinates, and teams. Celebrate your “success” as a leader because it is hard work and requires additional strength and perseverance.
Strive to “Achieve” beyond the day-to-day operations business. As leaders, we must also be diverse in thought and deliberate in practice. As leaders, we must push the boundaries to new heights.
As leaders, we must also be resilient. To navigate unchartered territory, you will need some tools to ensure progress along the way. Here are 5 Steps to Journey Forward.
So, let’s ride the WAVES together…Learn how to:
WIDEN your lens - See what you don’t know
APPRECIATE others - We can’t go it alone. Engage and involve = inclusion
VALUE your Leadership skills- “When you know better, you do better.” Lead like a rock star.
ENGAGE in “healthy” dialogue - Get comfortable being uncomfortable and embrace difficult conversations.
SUSTAINABILITY practices improve progress - Two factors to explore: Social responsibility and external relationships.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Anita Foster-Horne, MSW, Ph.D., Fostering Healthy Solutions, Master Caregiver Company
About the Presenter(s):
A Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership qualifies Dr. Anita as an
expert in management and leadership. An undergraduate and a Master’s in Social Work adds to her educational advancement and knowledge of the social effects of equality.
As a Certified Professional Coach, Dr. Anita is also qualified as a motivator for professional and individual growth, intelligence, professionalism, ethical values,
leadership skills, and educational creativity. These are a few of the extraordinary attributes Dr. Anita exhibits as a speaker, teacher, mentor, trainer, coach, and
motivator. With over 25 years of leadership experience, Dr. Anita believes inclusion starts with diversity. In-Depth knowledge of federal and state regulations allow
Dr. Anita to train on policy and procedures at multiple levels. A resume holding positions of administrator, director, owner, and operator of several organizations
across her career makes Dr. Anita’s character and personality can be defined as an overall professional in leadership, management, and simply hands-on in employee oversight.
[3545] Cultural Leadership Awareness: What is this “New” WAVE of Leadership?
- Speaker
- Foster-Horne, Anita
- Model
- 3545
$60.00
Documenting Functionality
[3544] Documenting Functionality
How to document the patient’s condition to justify home health services.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 14, 2021
Program Description: How do you tell your patient’s story? How do you show someone is homebound and has a skilled need?
How do you document the patient’s ability to perform ADLs? This session will answer these questions by discussing the Going Beyond Diagnosis concept and
how to document the patient’s condition to justify home health services.
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): Charles Canaan, RN, Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA
About the Presenter(s):
Charles Canaan has over 30 years of diverse nursing experience in a variety of healthcare settings, to include inpatient,
outpatient, home and organizational settings. His education includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia and a Master of Public Health Degree
in Health Promotion and Education from the University of South Carolina and a Coding for Health Care Professionals Certificate from Trident technical College. He currently provides education and
consultation to Medicare providers with learning needs.
[3544] Documenting Functionality
- Speaker
- Canaan, Charles [Palmetto]
- Model
- 3544
$45.00
JM HH Workshop: RCD updates for five states ONLY | OH, TX, NC, IL, FL
[3543] JM HHA Workshop: RCD updates for five states ONLY | OH, TX, NC, IL, FL
Where are we in the Demonstration 2 years later?
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Event | 52nd Annual Meeting & Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | September 14, 2021
Program Description: What is new in RCD? Where are we in the Demonstration 2 years later?
Join us for a discussion on Face to Face encounters. Let’s investigate what make makes an acceptable face to face encounter note for home health. We will take a deep look in to why a face to face encounter is required for home health.
Are you interested in how Appeals work in the Review Choice Demonstration? We will cover a brief synopsis of Appeals in RCD.
Get your questions and comments ready as we dive into the world of the Review Choice Demonstration!
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): Elizabeth Brogdon, LPN, RCD Senior Provider Relations Consultant, Provider Outreach & Education, Palmetto GBA
About the Presenter(s):
Elizabeth Brogdon Coming Soon
[3543] JM HHA Workshop: RCD updates for five states ONLY | OH, TX, NC, IL, FL
- Speaker
- Brogdon, Elizabeth [Palmetto]
- Model
- 3543
$30.00
PDGM: A Clinical Perspective: Navigating Coding and Documentation for the Future
[3527] PDGM: A Clinical Perspective: Navigating Coding and Documentation for the Future
This programs reveals what is needed to get documentation right the first time.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 13, 2021
Program Description: Documentation in home health has always been a challenge.
Throw in that coding is now a large part of the revenue that your agency receives, make documentation more important than ever.
The struggles with outside documentation from providers, and clinician documentation are enough to drive a quality review department crazy.
This programs reveals what is needed to get it right the first time.
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): J'non Griffin, RN, Home Health Solutions, LLC.
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.
[3527] PDGM: A Clinical Perspective: Navigating Coding and Documentation for the Future
- Speaker
- Griffin, J'non
- Model
- 3527
$30.00
The Ins and Outs of a Vaccination Program: Give It a Shot!
[3526] The Ins and Outs of a Vaccination Program: Give It a Shot!
Learn about CDC Guidance on storage, handling, transport and administration requirements of vaccines.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 13, 2021
Program Description: Homebound patients deserve an opportunity to receive vaccines
in their own home and several laws and regulations govern home care on the best practices of this option. This informative program
provides practical guidance on the regulatory and policy expectations of an effective vaccination program at your agency.
While agencies are able to administer many vaccines including influenza, Hepatitis B,
pneumonia and perform TB testing, via Texas Administrative Code ch. 558.303, there is legislation moving through the Texas
Legislative process right now that once signed by our Governor, will allow home health agencies to administer the COVID-19
vaccine and any FDA approved or authorized Vaccine created to mitigate or treat a communicable disease. In this program, you
will not only learn about CDC Guidance on storage, handling, transport and administration requirements of vaccines, but you
will have plenty of take away tools to bolster your policies and logs and leave confident on how to bill for these services.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][8]skills for working with clients, families, and other professional service providers
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.5 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 Osburn, RN, Home Health Solutions, LLC.
About the Presenter(s):
Jennifer 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.
[3526] The Ins and Outs of a Vaccination Program: Give It a Shot!
- Speaker
- Osburn, Jennifer
- Model
- 3526
$45.00
Building a Quality Improvement Program
[3524] Building a Quality Improvement Program
An overview of what QAPI entails as well as the purpose and importance
of having a Quality Improvement Program for both Medicare and Private Duty providers.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 13, 2021
Program Description: This program provides an overview of what QAPI entails as well as the purpose and importance
of having a Quality Improvement Program for both Medicare and Private Duty providers. It covers the five standards of effective quality management,
discusses how to implement a Performance Improvement Project (PIP), and understand how to analyze a project’s effectiveness. It also looks at what
ongoing considerations your program should include.
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): Becky Tolson, RN, Clinical Compliance Educator, Accreditation Commission
for Health Care (ACHC)
About the Presenter(s):
Becky Tolson is a Registered Nurse serving as a Clinical Compliance Educator at Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC).
She participates in the development and training of skilled, non-skilled and specialty seminars for accreditation preparation.
She has a background in healthcare consulting for home health, private duty, and home care agencies across the country.
Her experience consists in both the clinical field and the administrative aspect of agencies. She holds a bachelor’s degree in
Business Administration to include management and marketing as well as a Certificate for OASIS Specialist – Clinical.
She’s been involved in the formation of agency policies and procedures as well as marketing materials/strategies to
include website development, agency brochures, and patient education.
[3524] Building a Quality Improvement Program
- Speaker
- Tolson, Becky [ACHC]
- Model
- 3524
$45.00
Hiring Sucks! Let's Do it Better!
[3528] Hiring Sucks! Let's Do it Better!
Learn how the hiring process starts days before the job ad
posts or the first resume is reviewed
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 13, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.00 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 how the hiring process starts days before the job ad
posts or the first resume is reviewed. It will delve into the importance of defining what is considered ideal and how to quantify it. It will also
teach why training matters to your hiring team and who should be on it. It will use a book written by Patrick Lencioni to frame the discussion
around the interview process and detail the steps needed to improve your talent management incuding:
Intent matters
Interview Framework: (Humble, Hungry, and Smart)
Gap acknowledgement- What is your process missing and what you need to stop doing?
Key takeaways that you can use to transition your process into a talent retention program
Helpful step by step instructions to create a brand-new process
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Greg Henderson, Whirks
About the Presenter(s):
Greg Hendersonbrings over 20 years of military experience and operational knowledge
into working first-hand with his clients as the HRO Manager at Whirks. He is engaged in helping small business owners establish awe-inspiring organizations by
enhancing their HR solutions to provide purpose, direction, and motivation through an innovative and personable approach. Greg was recently invited to be a
member of the exclusive Forbes Human Resources Council and is a regular editorial contributor for Forbes. Host of a weekly LinkedIn video series called
“From Boots to Loafers”, Greg draws on his past military leadership as a focal point for today’s leaders. Greg has a passion to help small business owners
achieve their goals which continues to fuel Whirks mission for its clients and itself, to get one step better every day. Greg is married to Amanda and
they have 5 children. When he is not in the office, Greg enjoys spending time with his family traveling and going on daily adventures.
[3528] Hiring Sucks! Let's Do it Better!
- Speaker
- Henderson, Greg
- Model
- 3528
$30.00
TMHP Revalidation, Re-enrollment and Enrollment
[3525] TMHP Revalidation, Re-enrollment and Enrollment
TMHP shares vital provider information on Revalidation, Re-enrollment and Enrollment.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 13, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.50 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 representatives from Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership [TMHP] share
vital provider information on Revalidation, Re-enrollment and Enrollment.
You will learn about revalidation including if changes are needed, they must be done prior to starting revalidation. Furthermore, you will learn the difference between
Certified home health and licensed home health processes and gain helpful tips including that providers must complete their revalidation enrollment before the
end of their enrollment period. Providers can revalidate their enrollment up to 90 days before their deadlines through Provider Enrollment on the Portal (PEP).
If changes need to be done, start early, early, early.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Yolanda Brown, Israel Brarco, Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership [TMHP]
About the Presenter(s):
Yolanda Brownis 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.
About the Presenter(s):
Israel Brarco is a TMHP Provider Relations Representative, in billing and education for
The Texas Medical Center, Gulf Coast Region. As a Provider Relations Representative, his job is to provide Billing and provider education and ensuring that
every Texan from oldest to tiniest Texan are receiving care without delay. He has over 30 years of billing and revenue cycle experience with extensive
knowledge in Medicaid education.
[3525] TMHP Revalidation, Re-enrollment and Enrollment
- Speaker
- Brown, Yolanda & Brarco, Israel
- Model
- 3525
$30.00
TWC Employment Law Update for Pandemic & 2021
[3523] TWC Employment Law Update for Pandemic & 2021
The most important employment
law developments that face employers during the time of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 13, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.50 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 Mr. Simmons will discuss the most important employment
law developments that face employers during the time of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to other hiring, pay, and discrimination issues,
he highlights the extent to which an employer may be liable for employees and patients becoming infected, whether employees can be required
to get vaccinated, whether employers can make vaccination a condition of applying for a job, and what policies an employer can legally
adopt to ensure health and safety in the workplace. He also covers how the pandemic has affected unemployment claims and what employers can
do to minimize the financial impact of claims during the pandemic.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): William T. (Tommy) Simmons, Texas Workforce Commission
About the Presenter(s):
William T. (Tommy) Simmonsserves as legal counsel for the Commissioner
representing employers at the Texas Workforce Commission, where he advises the Commissioner on final-level unemployment and wage claim appeals,
assists business groups with employment-related legislation, and counsels employers on Texas and federal employment laws. He is the author of the
book Especially for Texas Employers and is also the editor of the Employment Law Handbook of the Texas Association of Business.
[3523] TWC Employment Law Update for Pandemic & 2021
- Speaker
- Simmons, Tommy
- Model
- 3523
$45.00
PDGM Revenue Cycle & the Coming Notice of Admission [NOA]
[3522] PDGM Revenue Cycle & the Coming Notice of Admission [NOA]
Are agencies truly surviving 2021 and prepared for the NOA in 2022?
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 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][7]financial management
Program Description: The most significant change agencies have experienced with billing
in 2020 is the timely submission requirement for the Request for Anticipated Payment (RAP) and the coming Notice of Admission (NOA) in 2022.
RAPs have no associated reimbursement in 2021 but carry a monetary penalty if not filed timely. Are agencies truly surviving 2021 and prepared for the NOA in 2022?
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Melinda Gaboury, COS-C, 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.
[3522] PDGM Revenue Cycle & the Coming Notice of Admission [NOA]
- Speaker
- Gaboury, Melinda
- Model
- 3522
$30.00
Buying & Selling: Insights on Home Health & Hospice Transactions
[3521] Buying & Selling: Insights on Home Health & Hospice Transactions
Information for buyers and sellers regarding what to expect and highlights
key considerations...
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 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][7]financial management
Program Description: M&A activity in the home health and hospice space has increased
in the past few years. While COVID-19 may have caused unforeseen consequences in these industries, M&A activity is expected to rebound
(and even outpace previous years). This program provides information to buyers and sellers regarding what to expect and highlights
key considerations for transactions in this space. Specifically, it includes:
an overview of the home health and hospice industries
an overview of the transaction process
tips for buyers and sellers preparing for a transaction.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Rossanna J. Howard and Jonathan E. Sterling, Brown & Fortunato, P.C.
About the Presenter(s):
Rossanna J. Howardis an attorney with the Health Care Group at Brown & Fortunato, P.C.,
a law firm based in Amarillo, Texas. Rossanna has assisted physician groups, long-term care facilities, HME companies, pharmacies, and other health care
providers with a range of health care issues including regulatory review of business arrangements; questions related to regulatory hurdles in business
transactions; credentialing issues; competitive bidding questions; payor audits; and state and federal government investigations. She is a member of the
State Bar of Texas, the American Health Lawyers Association, and the Houston Bar Association. Rossanna graduated from Baylor University in 2007 and
attended law school at Saint Louis University School of Law. While in law school, she concentrated her studies in health care, earning a Health Law
concentration. Simultaneously, Rossanna also earned a Master in Public Health with a focus in Health Policy from Saint Louis University School of Public Health.
About the Presenter(s):
Jonathan E. Sterlingis an attorney with the Corporate and Finance Group at Brown & Fortunato, P.C., a
law firm based in Amarillo, Texas. Jonathan’s practice includes general business matters with an emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, healthcare transactions,
corporate governance, business start-ups, business counseling, corporate finance, and contract drafting and negotiation. He has served as the principal advisor on
numerous healthcare transactions in various industries helping clients achieve their goals and implement unique business strategies. He is a member of the
State Bar of Texas, the Dallas Bar Association, and the Dallas Association of Young Lawyers. Jonathan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2012
and then graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Law in 2015 with honors.
[3521] Buying & Selling: Insights on Home Health & Hospice Transactions
- Speaker
- Howard, Rossanna & Sterling, Tre
- Model
- 3521
$30.00
HHS Licensing via TULIP: Licensure Application/Renewals/Access/Payment Portal
[3520] HHS Licensing via TULIP: Licensure Application/Renewals/Access/Payment Portal
In this rich-media training presentation Texas HHSC personnel provide useful information on TULIP to clarify use of this portal for TX HCSSAs.
Hello There! Are you a Nurse Aide or a Medication Aide looking for TULIP?
If so, you are NOT at the Texas HHS TULIP Portal; however here is some info for you!
Effective July 5, 2023, Nurse Aides (NAs) and Medication Aides (MAs) are now
required to use the new credentialing system in the Texas Unified Licensure
Information Portal (TULIP) for licensing certification or permitting activities. PL 2023-14
The original grace period was through October 31st, however, there was a significant
backlog due to identified system issues which led to an extended grace period. All NAs
certifications and MA permits active on June 16, 2023, will be considered active until
April 30, 2024.
Nurse aides renewing their certification are required to complete 24 hours of inservice education every 2 years. NAR Approved In-Service Education Programs has a list of approved programs. Nurse aides may complete 12 of the required 24 hours of in-service education in a healthcare entity other than a facility licensed or certified by HHS, the Texas Department of State Health Services or the Texas Board of
Nursing.
Effective July 5, 2023, HHSC will not accept or process paper forms that are emailed, mailed or faxed to HHSC.
So, click the following link to go to the Texas HHSC TULIP Online Licensure Application System
The official pages of the TX HHSC and TULIP portal display FAQs and TX HHSC contact info for your questions and inquiries.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 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][7]financial management
Program Description: The web-based system for Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Unified Licensure Information Portal (TULIP),
was designed for licensed long-term care providers. HHSC presents useful information to clarify use of this portal and provides information on the use of this system including but not limited to the following:
access to licensure information
licensure application and renewals
updates to the licensure information
user manual resource
payment portal use
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Trent Banks, HHSC Regulatory Services
About the Presenter(s):
Trent Banksis currently the Manager of Licensing and Certification with
Long-term Care Regulatory Licensing and Credentialing for the Health and Human Services Commission. He has served as the Home Health (HCSSA) Manager,
an Investigator VI (Team Lead) with Professional Credentialing Enforcement Unit, Regulatory Services Division with Health Human Service Commission.
He previously served as an Investigator IV in the PCEU at the Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). Prior to that, he was an investigator
at the Texas Department of Juvenile Justice’s Office of Inspector General. Trent was previously a Youth Rights Specialist in the Office of General
Counsel at the Texas Youth Commission where he worked to ensure the Rights and Safety of juvenile offenders. Trent has a bachelor’s degree in
International Studies from Southwest Texas State University.
[3520] HHS Licensing via TULIP: Licensure Application/Renewals/Access/Payment Portal
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- Banks, Trent [TX HHSC]
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$30.00
Compliance Issues of the Various COVID Assistance Programs
[3519] Compliance Issues of the Various COVID Assistance Programs
Learn how these programs interact with one another and how to keep your agency in compliance when it comes to reporting for each one.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 2021
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.5 Clock Hr(s)
CE Approval Statements:
· This program meets continuing education requirements
for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
§558.260[a][7]financial management
Program Description: Amy Knight walks you through the compliance side of the most popular and
widely received COVID financial assistance programs including PPP Loans, HHS Provider Relief Funds, CARES Act sick pay and Employee Retention Credits.
Each program is complicated on its own, but when multiple programs are utilized the compliance gets far more tricky.
Learn how each of these programs interact with one another and how to keep your agency in compliance when it comes to reporting for each one.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Amy Knight,CPA, Knight CPA Group
About the Presenter(s):
Amy Knight, was originally from Oklahoma and is 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.
[3519] Compliance Issues of the Various COVID Assistance Programs
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- Knight, Amy
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- 3519
$45.00
Handling Unemployment Appeals and Returning to Work in a Post- COVID World
[3518] Handling Unemployment Appeals and Returning to Work in a Post- COVID World
Learn how to successfully respond to unemployment
claims and appeals and much more.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 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][7]financial management
Program Description: Have unemployment claims been a big issue for your agency? Do you find yourself experiencing
higher than normal claims and looking for help in this area? If so, this presentation is for you! You will learn how to successfully respond to unemployment
claims and appeals and how to address successful return to work strategies in a post-vaccine, post-covid world.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Carrie Hoffman, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP
About the Presenter(s):
Carrie Hoffman represents and counsels major employers nationwide in all areas of labor
and employment law across a wide range of industries including retail. Carrie is highly regarded for her experience with wage and hour issues, as well as
employment discrimination and retaliation claims. She regularly reviews and drafts employment agreements – such as covenants not to compete – and advises
clients on a wide variety of labor and employment issues such as Workplace safety, Workplace harassment, Union avoidance and election campaigns, Leaves of absence,
Hiring, termination and severance policies and procedures and Litigation avoidance.
[3518] Handling Unemployment Appeals and Returning to Work in a Post- COVID World
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- Hoffman, Carrie
- Model
- 3518
$30.00
C2C QIC Appeal Demo Phone Discussion & Reopening Process
[3517] C2C QIC Appeal Demo Phone Discussion & Reopening Process
Medicare Providers: an overview of the PAE Telephone Discussion process as well as the reopening
process.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Spring Conference | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | May 12, 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][7]financial management
Program Description: CMS uses Telephone Discussions to give Part A East providers the opportunity to provide
verbal testimony through a phone discussion that could possibly result in a favorable outcome. After success with the discussions in DME, in April 2019,
CMS expanded the appeals Demonstration to Part A East. C2C will provide an overview of the PAE Telephone Discussion process as well as the reopening
process which allows potential cases to be remanded back from the ALJ and reopened at the reconsideration level.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Emily Barnes, Education & Outreach Specialist,C2C Innovative Solutions, Inc.,
the Part A East Qualified Independent Contractor (QIC) and Charles Canaan, Palmetto GBA.
About the Presenter(s):
Emily Barnes received a Bachelor’s degree in Health Services Administration in 2002,
followed by a Masters’ degree and Specialist degree in Education Leadership. Prior to joining C2C Innovative Solutions, Inc. in 2015, Emily worked in the public
sector for 14 years, including an administrative roll for 5 of those years. Emily currently meets with CMS, OMHA, and the MACs regularly to present updates and
information regarding the Part A East Appeals Demonstration. For the last six years, Mrs. Barnes has been the Education & Outreach Specialist, sharing the
Telephone Discussion Demonstration at numerous conferences, state association meetings, national presentations and Jurisdiction Council advisory meetings.
Mrs. Barnes brings a wealth of information and over 15 years’ experience to C2C Innovative Solutions, Inc.
About the Presenter(s):
Charles Canaan has over 30 years of diverse nursing experience in a variety of healthcare
settings, to include inpatient, outpatient, home and organizational settings. His education includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Old Dominion
University in Norfolk, Virginia and a Master of Public Health Degree in Health Promotion and Education from the University of South Carolina and a Coding for
Health Care Professionals Certificate from Trident technical College. He currently provides education and consultation to Medicare providers with learning needs.
[3517] C2C QIC Appeal Demo Phone Discussion & Reopening Process
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- Barnes, Emily & Canaan, Charles
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- 3517
$30.00
Advanced Concepts in Leadership: Testing Leadership
[3454] Advanced Concepts in Leadership: Testing Leadership
Learn about the traits and practices of successful leaders.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Administrator Program | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 10, 2020
Program Description: Everyday is a new adventure in home care but this year has tested home health and hospice leaders in ways that could have never expected.
While each of us can think of a leader that has positively impacted our care, rarely do we have the opportunity to take a deep dive into what traits successful leaders share, the tools that are
leveraged by successful leaders and how successful leaders maintain themselves to ensure that they are performing at the level required to be successful.
This session is intended to teach Administrators the traits of successful leaders, how strategic planning and change management promote the success of leaders and the organizations that they lead
and how self-care is a fundamental for leaders in home care.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.260[a][3]basic principles of management in a licensed health-related setting
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.0 Clock Hr(s)
Social Work Continuing Education
1.0 Hr(s) SWCEU
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
Texas Social Worker CE Approval Statement
Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice is an approved provider of social work education by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners, approved provider #1230.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Zaundra Ellis | Hospice Product Manager, Axxess
About the Presenter(s):
Zaundra Ellis 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.
[3454] Advanced Concepts in Leadership: Testing Leadership
- Speaker
- Ellis, Zaundra
- Model
- 3454
$30.00
Infection Control | 2020
[3457] Infection Control
Hear about the current and ever-changing regulatory requirements for infection
control for home health and hospice agencies.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Administrator Program | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 12, 2020
Program Description: In this presentation you will hear about the current and ever-changing regulatory requirements for infection
control for home health and hospice agencies, as well as practical implementation of the regulations within your agency, including all of the COVID-19 changes.
The presenter offers tips and tools for you to use as you tackle the ongoing challenge of educating staff, patients and caregivers about this ever-important requirement: §558.259(d)(8).
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[d][4]agency responsibilities
§558.259[d][8]infection control
Education-Training Credits:
TX HCSSA Administrator/Alternate Continuing Education
1.75 Clock Hr(s)
Texas HCSSA CE Approval Statement
This program meets continuing education requirements for Administrators and Alternates under Texas HCSSA licensing regulations.
TAHC&H Faculty/Presenter(s): Colleen Bryan | Senior Consultant, Lead Educator, JCC Consulting
About the Presenter(s):
Colleen Bryan has worked in the home care industry since 1996, holding various positions in both home health & hospice agencies
including field nurse, case manager, educator, QA manager, DON and Administrator. Colleen is currently a senior consultant and lead educator with JCC Consulting, and services home health and hospice
agencies in Texas.Colleen enjoys helping agency leaders navigate the constant changes and challenges in the current home health and hospice industries. She enjoys assisting in the incorporation of
meaningful and impactful changes into their agency’s operations – both administrative and clinical, in order to provide high quality care that is both sustainable while maintaining regulatory
requirements and promoting excellent patient care.
[3457] Infection Control
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- Woods, Colleen
- Model
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$52.50
Employment Law
[3455] Employment Law
Help keep your agency on the right track with this presentation on employment laws.
Presentation Info:
TAHC&H Virtual Event | Administrator Program | Recorded for On-Demand Access
Presentation Date | November 12, 2020
Program Description: This presentation will provide an understanding of 558.259(c )(2)(C )(D)( E)(F) The Americans with Disabilities Act;
the Civil Rights Act of 1991; the Rehabilitation Act of 1993; the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 and DOL Law, as well as best employment practices to follow to minimize the risk of
employment claims and lawsuits and keep your agency on the right track.
HCSSA Topic(s) Addressed:
§558.259[c][2][C]the Americans with Disabilities Act
§558.259[c][2][D]the Civil Rights Act of 1991
§558.259[c][2][E]the Rehabilitation Act of 1993
§558.259[c][2][F]the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993
§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): Tommy Simmons | Legal Counsel for the Commissioner, Texas Workforce Commission & Velissa Chapa | Legal Counsel for the Commissioner, Texas Workforce Commission
About the Presenter(s):
Tommy Simmons serves as legal counsel for the Commissioner representing employers at the Texas Workforce
Commission, where he advises the Commissioner on final-level unemployment and wage claim appeals, assists business groups with employment-related legislation, and counsels employers on
Texas and federal employment laws. He is the author of the book Especially for Texas Employers and is also the editor of the Employment Law Handbook of the Texas Association of Business.
About the Presenter(s):
Velissa Chapa serves as legal counsel to Aaron Demerson, the Commissioner Representing Employers at the Texas Workforce Commission.
Velissa specializes in employment law and advises the Employer Commissioner on high-level unemployment claim appeals and legislative changes. She is also responsible for answering the employer hotline
and is a regular presenter at TWC’s Texas Conference for Employers, where she discusses the laws surrounding employer policies and procedures. Velissa was born and raised in McAllen, Texas, and
worked in the private sector in the legal field for 7 years before joining the agency.
[3455] Employment Law
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- Simmons, Tommy
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- 3455
$45.00
