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2024 Policy Webinar Series – The Impact of Recent Court Cases

August 19, 2024

2024 Policy Webinar Series – The Impact of Recent Court Cases

This year’s Center for Connected Health Policy (CCHP) policy webinar series will focus on the potential impact of recent court cases on the development of telehealth policy.

While most may already be familiar with how legislation and regulations affect the use of telehealth, this series will focus on how court decisions can also significantly influence telehealth utilization.

Some of the court cases that will be discussed have already been decided while others are still pending. Regardless of their status in the courts, they all have the potential to significantly affect telehealth policy.

Session 1: Loper Bright/Chevron, Wednesday, August 28

In June 2024, the Supreme Court decided in favor of the plaintiffs in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo overturning what was known as the “Chevron Doctrine” named for the 1984 Supreme Court Case Chevron USA, Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. In the Chevron Doctrine if a court concluded a statute was silent or ambiguous, the court would defer to an agency’s interpretation of the statute. Loper Bright puts that authority back in the courts to resolve that ambiguity. How this decision could impact telehealth policy will be discussed among expert panelists.

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, August 28, 11:00 a.m. PT

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Missouri Telehealth Resources – Missouri Rural Citizens Access to Telehealth (RCAT) Funding Available

August 16, 2024

Missouri Telehealth Resources – Missouri Rural Citizens Access to Telehealth (RCAT) Funding Available

The Rural Citizens Access to Telehealth project is a partnership between the Missouri Telehealth Network and the Department of Social Services, MO HealthNet Division.

The project is currently providing American Rescue Plan funding to eligible partners, to introduce or enhance existing telehealth services for rural providers accepting Medicaid patients.

Additional information is available Here and includes a link to the survey to get started.

Grant applications need to be submitted by mid-November of this year with funding through December of 2026.

Please contact Dan Lund, lunddr@health.missouri.edu with any questions.

View More Information Here

Region 7 Virtual Birth Worker Forum, September 18

August 16, 2024

Region 7 Virtual Birth Worker Forum, September 18

Please join HRSA IEA and the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) for the Region 7 Virtual Birth Worker Forum.

This free forum will bring together birth workers (e.g., doulas, community health workers, midwives) from across Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska to engage and learn about programs and resources to support moms and families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Topics at a Glance:

  • Birth Worker Coverage and Reimbursement
  • Providing Culturally Responsive Care
  • Leveraging Birth Workers to Support Rural Families
  • Supporting and Sustaining the Workforce
  • HRSA Programs and Resources to Support Maternal Health
  • Syphilis Epidemic

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, September 18, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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Delta Grants 101 Workshop, September 11

August 16, 2024

Delta Grants 101 Workshop, September 11

The Delta Regional Authority and Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) IEA Regions 6 & 7 is hosting a free Grants 101 Workshop in Sikeston, Missouri.

Attendees will learn about:

  • The federal grant application process
  • Where to find funding opportunities
  • Strategies for putting together a successful application
  • Resources to support their grant writing efforts.

This workshop is offered in person only; there will not be a virtual option.

You must register to attend this workshop.

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, September 11, 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Where: Three Rivers Community College, 1400 South Main Street, Sikeston, Missouri 63801

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HRSA Delta Region Upcoming Events

August 16, 2024

HRSA Delta Region Upcoming Events

The Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) has scheduled the following Delta Region events:

  • Tuesday, September 10, 9:30 – 12:00 p.m. : Delta Maternal Health Partnership Meeting
    • Join this meeting to learn about HRSA maternal health programs and resources, as well as to discuss maternal health issues.
    • This meeting is offered in person only, there will not be a virtual option
  • Tuesday, September 10, 1:30 4:00 p.m. : HRSA Delta Health Workforce Partnership Meeting
    • Join this meeting to learn about the HRSA health workforce programs and resources, as well as to discuss health workforce issues.
    • This meeting is offered in person only, there will not be a virtual option

Where:

Delta Area Economic Opportunity Corporation, Training Room, 203 N. New Madrid St., RM Social 1919, Sikeston, MO 63801

Click Here to Register for Maternal Health Partnership Meeting

Click Here to Register for Health Workforce Partnership Meeting

The M.O.M.S. Tour (Maternal Outcomes Matter Shower) August 25

August 16, 2024

The M.O.M.S. Tour (Maternal Outcomes Matter Shower) August 25

This Community Baby Shower Tour is specifically designed to support expectant mothers and moms with children under two years old in communities facing high maternal mortality and morbidity rates.

Participants will have access to educational information, essential health-related services, free giveaways, and nutritious food. There will also be activities for kids and dads to enjoy.

View and Print Flyers

Flyer for Moms Here

Flyer for Moms (Spanish Version) Here

Flyer for Dads Here

Flyer for Dads (Spanish Version) Here

When: August 25, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Where: New Bethel Church, 745 Walker Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66101

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HRSA Releases New Data Showing Major Progress in Engaging New Clients in HIV Care

August 16, 2024

HRSA Releases New Data Showing Major Progress in Engaging New Clients in HIV Care

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) recently released the latest Ending the HIV Epidemic in the United States data.

In 2022, providers served 22,001 clients new to care and 19,204 clients estimated to be re-engaged in care, nearly double the number of new and re-engaged clients served in 2020.

Click Here to read the new report

Click Here to view infographic

HRSA Webinar: Uniting Voices, Saving Lives – Empowering Minority Communities through Organ Donation Education, August 20

August 16, 2024

HRSA Webinar: Uniting Voices, Saving Lives – Empowering Minority Communities through Organ Donation Education, August 20

The Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA’s) Bureau and Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs are hosting a National Minority Donor Awareness Month webinar.

This event will explore the vital need for minority organ donors, address cultural barriers, and share effective donation outreach strategies.

Hear from experts and personal stories that highlight the impact of donation and transplantation.

Engage in discussions and learn how to make a difference in your community.

Live interpretation will be available in Spanish and English.

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, August 20, 1 – 2 p.m. ET

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Unveiling Clarity: A Strategic Blueprint for Hospital Pricing Optimization, September 18

August 14, 2024

Unveiling Clarity: A Strategic Blueprint for Hospital Pricing Optimization, September 18 

Clear and accessible pricing information is crucial for rural healthcare providers navigating high-deductible plans.

Join Randi Brantner, Vice President of Operations at Hospital Pricing Services, for a presentation on developing effective pricing strategies. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare financial operations, Randi will share valuable insights on enhancing price transparency, fostering competitiveness, and ensuring appropriate reimbursement.

Webinar Objectives:

  • Outline revenue stream pricing categories and associated considerations.
  • Identify effective pricing tactics for each revenue stream.
  • Develop a logical pricing methodology based on cost analysis, reimbursement rates, and peer pricing data.

Key Takeaways:

  • Improve financial sustainability through strategic pricing.
  • Enhance patient satisfaction with transparent pricing.
  • Boost competitiveness and appropriate reimbursement.

This session is essential for rural healthcare executives looking to improve their pricing strategies and financial performance.

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, September 18, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT

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Transforming Emergency Department Culture for Organizational Success: The Vital Role of an Involved Medical Director, September 12

August 14, 2024

Transforming Emergency Department Culture for Organizational Success: The Vital Role of an Involved Medical Director, September 12

Join the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) for an insightful presentation on “Transforming Emergency Department Culture for Organizational Success: The Vital Role of an Involved Medical Director.”

This session will tackle:

  • the pain points faced by rural EDs,
  • the attributes of a successful Medical Director, and
  • strategies for fostering a positive culture.

Wapiti’s experts, Kim Herrmann and Jen Lloyd, will share their extensive experience in healthcare staffing and operations and discuss transforming ED culture and provide actionable insights.

  • Kim, Chief Executive Officer, has over 20 years of experience in healthcare staffing and has been instrumental in developing business across multiple regions.
  • Jen, Vice President of Operations, brings over 20 years of administrative and operational expertise, focusing on Critical Access Hospitals and Clinics.

In addition, Dr. Ameen Taleb and Theresa Braudt from Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital will share their experiences and the impact of a positive ED culture.

  • Taleb, Medical Director of the Emergency Department, is a board-certified ED Physician committed to improving rural healthcare, and
  • Theresa, the Administrator, enhances hospital operations and patient care.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understanding rural ED challenges.
  • Attributes of an effective Medical Director.
  • Strategies for fostering a positive ED culture.
  • Impact of ED culture on inpatient census and organizational success.

Gain valuable insights and strategies for transforming your Emergency Department culture through a dynamic panel discussion with experts from Wapiti and Gundersen.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, September 12, 1:00 – 2:00 pm CT

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