Part 1 : Joint Commission 2021 Hospital National Patient Safety Goals
Instructor: Laura A. Dixon
Areas Covered in the Webinar:
Goal 1 Improve the accuracy of patient identification
Use of 2 identifiers, labelling blood samples, and distinct methods for new-born identification
Rationale: reliably identify the patient and match service or treatment to that patient
Goal 2 Improve the effectiveness of communication among caregivers
Reporting critical results of tests and diagnostic procedures on a timely basis
Goal 3 Improve the safety of using medications
Labelling of medications – including in the peri-operative setting
Anticoagulants
Medication reconciliation
Maintain and communicate accurate patient medication information
Goal 6 Alarm Safety
Goal 7 Reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections
Compliance with CDC and/or WHO guidelines re: Hand Hygiene
Goal 15 Identification of safety risks
Reduce the risk for patient suicide
Universal Protocol changes to prevent wrong site surgery
Part 2 : Discharge Planning: Compliance with CMS Hospital & CAH CoPs 2021
Instructor: Laura A. Dixon
Areas Covered in the Webinar:
CMS issues revised hospital & CAH Discharge Planning requirements
Transmittal and into final manual
Revisions of the interpretive guidelines and survey procedure in 2020
How this will impact the discharge planning worksheet which will be amended
CMS Deficiency Memo shows this is a problematic area
Introduction
Blue box or advisory boxes
Discharge planning
Part 3 : Out of Network-how to get pre authorizations or referrals to protect your bottom line
Instructor: Stephanie Thomas
Areas Covered in the Webinar:
Issues we see often
Things we can control
Areas to improve
Tools for success
Processes to implement
Part 4 : The New Federal No Surprise Act – Impact on Out-of-Network Providers
Instructor: Thomas J. Force, Esq.
Areas Covered in the Webinar:
Introduction to the No Surprises Act
The Effect of the No Surprises Act on Health Insurers/Payers
The IDR Process – Overview and Specifics
Notice and Consent Requirements – Overview and Specifics
Additional Aspects of the No Surprises Act
Key Takeaways
Part 5 : Stark Law Changes 2021: Are They Here To Stay?
Instructor: Wayne J. Miller
Areas Covered in the Webinar:
Will the rule changes be implemented?
How are these laws impacted in this Covid-19 environment?
How do the modified exceptions impact service compensation formulas?
Are venture deals still viable under the modified exceptions?
Is percentage rent or compensation permitted?
How does it impact multi-specialty group contracts?
Are there more changes expected in the near future?
Stephanie has worked in the medical, billing and coding industry for nearly 20 years. It is truly her passion. Stephanie works closely with small and large private practices to audit and collaboratively improve their revenue stream. She prides herself in her dedication to her clients and has built a team of incredible billers and coders to support her mission of assisting practices and Physicians across the country with proper coding and aggressive billing practices while being compliant. Stephanie also has extensive knowledge in physician practice processes, front desk, back office, and clinical. This knowledge allows her to be an invaluable asset for all things clinical operations,...
Read MoreAs a state and federally licensed attorney in both New Jersey and New York, Mr. Force has over 30 years of experience in the healthcare and insurance industries. His success as a Wall Street insurance litigator and his tenure as General Counsel for a New York-based Accident and Health Insurance Company where he served as Chief Compliance Officer propelled the founding of The Patriot Group. The Patriot Group is a full service revenue recovery company that provides billing, collections, and follow-up services as well as assistance with managed care appeals, managed care contracting, credentialing and compliance. Mr. Force is nationally recognized as an expert in revenue collection...
Read MoreWayne has focused his practice in the areas of health care regulatory, administrative and transactional law throughout his nearly 40 year career. He has particular expertise in business, regulatory, certification and administrative matters for health care facilities. He also represents health care related businesses and for advisors and consultants to the health care industry. In addition to his law degree, Wayne has a Masters Degree and experience in health care administration. He has served as editor and advisor for, or has been cited in, many national publications, including Medical Economics, Eli Research publications, FDAnews, the Ingenix Ambulatory Payment Report, the Health Care...
Read MoreDate | Conferences | Duration | Price | |
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Sep 30, 2020 | CMS Hospital Conditions of Participation (CoPs) 2020: Revised Discharge Planning Standards | 120 Mins | $199.00 | |
Oct 22, 2020 | CMS Hospital CoPs and TJC Telemedicine Standards | 120 Mins | $199.00 | |
Nov 10, 2020 | Ligature Risks: Ensuring Compliance with the CMS Hospital CoPs and TJC Requirements | 60 Mins | $199.00 | |
Jan 20, 2021 | CMS Updates and Requirements on COVID-19 Testing and Reporting and Vaccine Recommendations | 90 Mins | $199.00 | |
Jan 27, 2021 | Nursing: CMS CoP Standards for Hospitals and Proposed Changes: 2021 Update | 90 Mins | $199.00 | |
Feb 25, 2021 | Discharge Planning: Compliance with CMS Hospital & CAH CoPs 2021 | 90 Mins | $199.00 | |
Mar 09, 2021 | History and Physicals: Understanding the CMS and Joint Commission Standards for Hospitals | 90 Mins | $199.00 |