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Currently we are living in an era where “The Internet of Things'' is in full swing. Everything from refrigerators to watches to personal assistants have the ability to interact with users. These advances can make life easier, reduce stress of caregivers and working families and improve health outcomes. We still don’t know the full effect of artificial intelligence like ChatGPT, but already we can see how it will change how we interact with technology. Today healthcare technology companies are considering incorporating AI into its abilities to document care. However when we start to automate and streamline tasks with technology there are possible downsides such as how tech tools that make life easier for the caregiver, may in fact be detrimental to the individuals being cared for.    Speaker/Course Author - Christine Andrews & Nick Seabrook  Read more

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The purpose of this webinar is to assist Medicare-certified home health agencies in developing a competency program for the entire organization. By implementing a competency program, your agency will be able to reduce its risks. Make sure your staff is competent in accordance with your policies, procedures, and regulations. Validating staff competency through a formal program on an ongoing basis strengthens an administrator's confidence that clinicians are competent in all procedures, such as wound care, medication management, IV care, and infection control techniques. As a result, patient and family satisfaction scores will be improved as a result of staff competence while coordinating and providing care. Additionally, we will discuss competency for all disciplines and agency positions. For example, the biller's role is so crucial, but do you conduct competency validations for that position? In this webinar, attendees will gain a better understanding of the importance of a competency program for all staff.   Speaker/Course Author - Sharon Litwin RN, BSHS, MHA, HCS-D, COQS  Read more

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> <!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> We invite you to join for this month's Home Health Revenue Cycle session, an informative monthly series that covers Medicare-Certified industry hot topics. This month's topic: "Intake – Where Revenue Cycle Begins" Intake is where is all begins. Join us for this session where details of all elements that need to be considered at Intake will be reviewed and the deficits that result when we don’t start this process off correctly!   Speaker/Course Author - Melinda Gaboury, COS-C Read more

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> In today’s fast paced, digital world, many home care organizations are looking for ways to streamline and improve their workflows and business communications. For many, the question is – where to begin? Given the many areas and options to consider, that question can be intimidating. ​ This webinar will zero in on the pros and cons associated with adopting a digital communication solution for caregivers in the field. Join us as we explore: How digitizing the caregiver communication can support day-to-day activities How a good messaging tool can improve teamwork How a HIPAA-compliant messaging tool can contribute to staff retention The importance of being HIPAA compliant – even if you have non-medical staff it is still vital   Speaker/Course Author - Jack Clough Read more

In today's environment, where there are so many issues that require the attention of home health providers, preparing for surveys is often put on the back burner until the surveyor is just days away from walking through your agency's doors. In this two-part webinar series, Medicare-certified home health providers will learn how to prepare for surveys and how to remain survey-ready at all times. As part of the presentation, Sharon Litwin of Litwin Home Health Consulting will examine the regulations and the consequences of deficiencies outlined in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation (CoPs) as well as the state of Florida's and accreditation bodies' standards. We will conduct a mock survey step-by-step, which will include a focus on what to look for during home visits. We will discuss various action plans agencies can implement before a surveyor visits in order to correct deficiencies. In addition, we will discuss how a Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program can assist providers in achieving and maintaining compliance. Upon completion of the series, participants will be ready to conduct their own mock survey within their Medicare-certified home health agency, thereby establishing a path to continuous survey readiness, which is critical for achieving compliance during surveys as well as improving the quality of your agency.   Course Author - Sharon Litwin, RN, BSHS, MHA, HCS-D, COQS Read more

El VIH es una de las amenazas de salud más importantes de nuestro tiempo. Ha matado a millones de personas en los Estados Unidos y en todo el mundo. Los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC) estima que más de 1,1 millones de personas viven con VIH / SIDA en los Estados Unidos y que uno de cada seis (casi el 16%) desconoce su infección. Por lo tanto, todos los profesionales de la salud necesitan una comprensión básica del virus y la enfermedad que causa: el SIDA. Este curso le enseñará lo básico sobre el VIH y el SIDA. Read more