Month: June 2023

Modification to PMHCA Funding Opportunity – HRSA-23-081

June 9, 2023

Modification to PMHCA Funding Opportunity – HRSA-23-081

Please note that the notice of funding opportunity for the Pediatric Mental Health Care Access (PMHCA) Program has been modified. Modifications have been made to eligibility criteria and to award amounts. The new application due date is June 22, 2023.

There are three types of awards available through this funding opportunity:

  1. Competing continuation awards
    • Eligible “competing continuation” applicants are entities that received an award in FY 2018 and 2019 and whose project period is ending. View the list of all currently funded PMHCA projects.
    • Up to $700,000 per award
  1. New applicants with previous HRSA PMHCA implementation experience
    • Eligible applicants include states, political subdivisions of states, territories, and Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations not currently funded in FY 2021 or 2022.
    • Up to $700,000 per award
  1. New applicants with no prior HRSA PMHCA implementation experience
    • New applicants with no prior HRSA PMHCA experience: Eligible applicants include States, political subdivisions of states, territories, and Indian Tribes and Tribal organizations not currently funded in FY 2021 or 2022.
    • NOTE: Tribes and tribal organizations that are located within the geographic boundaries of states with existing awards are eligible to apply for new awards.)
    • Up to $500,000 per award

To view and access this modified opportunity package, please see:

The Pediatric Mental Health Care Access (PMHCA) NOFO (HRSA-23-081)

  • Click on “Package”
  • Click on “Preview”
  • Click on “Download Instructions”

For questions related to the PMHCA Program, please contact Madhavi Reddior Jordanna Snyder.

For help with your application, watch our April 20, 2023 PMHCA Pre-Application TA Webinar #1.  This webinar is for both new and competing continuation applicants.

New applicants can watch our April 26, 2023 PMHCA Pre-Application TA Webinar #2.

Providing Care for LGBTQ+ Patients Using Telehealth

June 7, 2023

Providing Care for LGBTQ+ Patients Using Telehealth

Telehealth can help improve access to quality care. Using telehealth appointments allows for a safe, convenient way for LGBTQ+ patients to access health care. Visit this page to learn best practices and access resources for providing quality LGBTQ+ telehealth care.

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Supporting Patients with Remote Patient Monitoring

June 7, 2023

Supporting Patients with Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a growing telehealth practice that allows health care providers to monitor a patient’s health from their own home. Providers can support patients in managing acute and chronic conditions and it can cut down on patients’ travel costs.  Learn more about how to use remote patient monitoring and about billing and reimbursement.

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Become a Pathfinder Hospital with the Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator

June 6, 2023

Become a Pathfinder Hospital with the Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator

The American Heart Association® has opened applications for rural hospitals, like yours, to join the Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator. Participation in the accelerator connects hospitals across the country at no-cost, as pathfinders in quality improvement and patient outcomes.

Join peers, with the support of the American Heart Association, to optimize acute care and align with clinical practice guidelines, using resources built specifically to meet rural health care needs.

What is the Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator?

The Situation:

Americans living in rural areas face higher mortality rates than urban residents. Data indicates that rural residents are at a 30% higher risk of stroke, are 40% more likely to develop heart disease, and live an average of three years fewer than their urban counterparts.

Longer, Healthier Lives

In response to the discrepancy between rural and urban mortality, the American Heart Association has launched the Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator  with the goal of ensuring that Americans living in rural areas have the best possible chance of survival and the highest quality of life attainable by promoting consistent, timely and appropriate evidence-based care.

Participation in the accelerator provides no-cost access to newly added quality improvement programs, 1-on-1 consultation, education and resources, and collaboration with a community of peers to support rural hospitals in achieving this goal together.

What is Included:

  • No-cost access to any newly added Get with the Guidelines® Heart Failure, Coronary Artery Disease and/or Stroke programs through December 31, 2025
  • 1:1 rural quality consultation services
  • American Heart Association-facilitated stroke and cardiac rural learning collaboratives
  • Access to clinical experts and thought leaders through conferences and webinars
  • Access to guidelines and statements through American Heart Association Professional Membership
  • Pre-built toolkit of marketing resources to communicate with your community
  • No-cost clinical continuing education courses via American Heart Association’s Lifelong Learning Center
  • Inclusion in the Rural Community Network, an exclusive online networking community built for rural hospitals to share resources and collaborate
  • Optional reporting for disease-specific cardiac and stroke Health Care Certification Programs
  • Get With The Guidelines Rural Recognition Programs for Stroke and Coronary Artery Disease that bring equity to recognition, awarding hospitals on the high quality acute care delivered prior to patient transfer

Request More Information

Learn more about the Rural Health Care Outcomes Accelerator at heart.org/ruralaccelerator

There’s Still Time to Become an NHSC Site

June 6, 2023

There’s Still Time to Become an NHSC Site

The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) New Site Application is currently open for eligible health care sites. As an NHSC site, your health care facility can attract more providers, and ensure an adequate and qualified workforce to provide affordable health care services for your community.

NHSC Leads and State/Territorial Primary Care Office (PCO) staff are available to answer questions about eligibility and the application process.

The application is open now through Thursday, June 22 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

National Service Corps-approved sites, depending on eligibility, may be able to access several different programs, including the following:

All National Health Service Corps-approved sites receive the benefits of online, interactive access to the Health Workforce Connector, an online platform that allows you to:

  • Create, manage, and advertise new job vacancies and training positions
  • Search candidate profiles where you can learn about the qualification factors, experience, and other relevant information that highlight a candidate’s competencies
  • View a comprehensive list of job seekers and students who have expressed interest in a position you advertised on the Health Workforce Connector

Check the NHSC Site Reference Guide appendices for sample sliding fee templates, patient policies, and recruitment and retention plans.

Watch the 2023 NHSC New Site Application Webinar Recording

Create an account or log into the Customer Service Portal

Apply Now

National Rural Health Day -Rural Health Champion Nominations – Due 08/01/2023

June 6, 2023

National Rural Health Day – Rural Health Champion Nominations

 

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Office of Rural Health and Primary Care is seeking nominations for 2023 Missouri Rural Health Champions.  Awards will be presented on November 16, 2023, during the Missouri Rural Health Day Celebration.  This award is designed to honor a minimum of one individual and one group, depending on the number and type of nominations received. The person or group honored should demonstrate how their contributions are making a difference in Missouri rural health care through collaboration, education, innovation and communication. Check out the Missouri Rural Health Day celebration of 2022!

The nomination deadline is August 1, 2023.

Please take a moment to nominate an individual or group through the Rural Health Champion Award Link HERE

Questions?

Contact: ORHPCinfo@heath.mo.gov / 573-751-6445

 

Webinar – Missouri Ending the HIV Epidemic Quarterly Community Forum- June 13 – Re-engagement in HIV Care

June 5, 2023

Webinar – Missouri Ending the HIV Epidemic Quarterly Community Forum- June 13 – Re-engagement in HIV Care

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services invites you to attend the upcoming quarterly Community Engagement Forum focused on Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) in Missouri.

These virtual sessions are designed for YOU!

The Bureau of HIV, STD, and Hepatitis wants to hear your thoughts on how to end the HIV epidemic in Missouri and how best to serve people living with HIV.

Registration is open and can be accessed by clicking the event time:

  • Tuesday, June 13, 2023, Noon
  • Tuesday, June 13, 2023 6 p.m

Upcoming Webinars:

  • HIV and Tuberculosis, September 12, 2023, noon and 6 p.m.
  • A year in Review, December 12, 2023, noon and 6 p.m.

Watch for updates on specific event information and RSVP details. To stay up to date on all things Ending the HIV Epidemic in Missouri, visit the dedicated webpage speakuphiv.com/ehe.

Please share this information!

We want to hear from:

  • persons living with HIV
  • community members impacted by HIV
  • local care and prevention planning bodies
  • stakeholders from organizations currently implementing HIV prevention and care programs
  • faith-based organizations
  • community-based organizations
  • local public health departments
  • federally qualified health centers

Learn More About OSHA, Safety, EMTALA and Effective Corporate Compliance Online

June 5, 2023

Learn More About OSHA, Safety, EMTALA and Effective Corporate Compliance Online

This is a 3-month Web-Based Training Program. Work online at your own pace with no scheduled classes to attend.

Online, On-Demand Training to Mitigate Risk

This course is Online, On-Demand with no scheduled classes to attend during your 3-month access to course materials. Typically, professionals complete the course and certify within 6 to 8 weeks, however, you have 3- month access included in your tuition. Access your course information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by logging into the AIHC website. A qualified, certified instructor is available upon request to address questions you may have during your training experience.

This Corporate Compliance Officer course is recommended for:

  • Consultants
  • C-Suite Executives
  • Covered Entities and Business Associates
  • Business Owners
  • Practice Administrators
  • Office Managers
  • Compliance Officers to certify as an Officer of Healthcare Compliance (OHCCSM)

What you will learn:

  • Creating an Effective Compliance Program
  • Eliminate High-Risk Practices
  • Risk associated with fraud, waste & abuse
  • Government action against fraud & abuse
  • Safety, ADA, HIPAA & EMTALA compliance considerations
  • Violations and investigations
  • Government evaluation of corporate compliance programs

Course Tuition Includes:

  • Access to a qualified online instructor if and when you need help
  • Training materials and access to the online training page
  • Self-review questions for each lesson
  • Quizzes and downloadable information: accessed through the online training page
  • AIHC membership for 1 year
  • Mock exam
  • One certification exam attempt, provided the exam is taken within 3 months of completing the course

This program has been approved for 18 continuing education units by the American Institute of Healthcare Compliance for AIHC Certified Professionals. These continuing education units may be applied towards the Core, HIPAA, and Ethics Category CEU Renewal Requirements for ALL AIHC credentials

Cost:

  • $750 for Members
  • $1,250 for Non-Members

Download Information & Register Online

 

OSHA and Reducing Workplace Stress

June 5, 2023

OSHA and Reducing Workplace Stress

While there are many things in life that induce stress, work can be one of those factors, especially for healthcare workers. OSHA’s Workplace Stress Toolkit provides resources to help employers reduce workplace stress and improve the mental health and well-being of workers.

The World Health Organization estimates that for every dollar U.S. employers spend treating common mental health issues, they receive a return of $4 in improved health and productivity. Employers can make a difference when it comes to helping their staff manage stress.

Your organization can be a key place for your workforce to find resources, solutions and to offer activities designed to improve mental health and well-being.

Click Here for statistics; how to better understand this problem; and gain access to guidance & tips for employers.

For Healthcare Executives – OSHA on Workplace Violence/Reducing Workplace Stress

June 5, 2023

For Healthcare Executives – OSHA on Workplace Violence/Reducing Workplace Stress

Did you know, nonfatal workplace violence is more widespread in the Healthcare and Social Assistance sectors than in any other industry?

  • In 2019, the rate of nonfatal workplace violence incidents that required the worker to take time off was nearly five times greater in privately operated healthcare and social assistance establishments than in private industry overall.
  • For certain segments within these industries, the rate is much higher.

While workplace violence also occurs in other industries, healthcare and social assistance services have a common set of risk factors related to the unique relationship between the care provider and the patient, client, or their visitors.

An OSHA panel met with small businesses to discuss a possible workplace violence standard for the healthcare and social assistance industries and OSHA convened a Small Business Advocacy Review (SBAR) panel in March 2023.

Public comments on the panel’s final report and other materials are being accepted until July 3.

Learn more about this topic.

Click Here to download the SBREFA Report.