NRHA Webinar – Unlocking the Potential of Rural Emergency Hospitals: Strategies for Success and Positive Change

November 17, 2023

NRHA Webinar – Unlocking the Potential of Rural Emergency Hospitals: Strategies for Success and Positive Change

Join the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) for a comprehensive guide on how your community hospital can become a Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) and unlock the benefits of this new Medicare provider type. With 20% of Americans living in rural areas and facing limited access to healthcare, the need for REHs has never been greater. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at the benefits of converting to an REH, the eligibility criteria for conversion, limitations, and the steps involved in the conversion process.

The webinar will feature a panel discussion with the CEO of Java Medical Group, who will share his personal experience with the conversion process and offer insights into his strategies for success moving forward.

When: Tuesday, December 12, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CST

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Webinar – Telemedicine: The Long-Term Solution to Physician Shortages and Specialty Coverage

November 17, 2023

Webinar – Telemedicine: The Long-Term Solution to Physician Shortages and Specialty Coverage

Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, Riverside Health System operates four acute care hospitals and four stroke facilities. Factors that led to consideration of telemedicine included:

  • Physician burnout
  • Staffing shortages
  • Ability to conduct outpatient consultations in a timely manner

Being an Eagle Partner Hospital since 2017, Riverside’s case provides a replicable example of how a telemedicine program can expand over time and grow into a long-term solution, meeting any hospitals ever-changing goals.

This webinar discussion will outline how telemedicine has improved the hospital’s fiscal viability and get patients seen quickly, without having to travel long distances or wait months for a specialty consult.

When: Tuesday, November 28, 1:00 – 2:00 pm CST

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Participate in NRHA’s Latest Rural Health Advocacy Campaigns

October 26, 2023

Participate in NRHA’s Latest Rural Health Advocacy Campaigns

Are you interested in advocating on behalf of rural health? Your first step should be participating in the National Rural Health Administration’s (NRHA’s) rural health advocacy campaigns – and then registering for NRHA’s 35th Rural Health Policy Institute to take your rural voice to Capitol Hill February 13 – 15 in D.C.

The goal of the NRHA campaigns is to make your advocacy even easier by supplying pre-filled, editable information for you to work with. This means you can reach your members of Congress with one click while customizing content as needed. The current NRHA campaigns call on Congress to invest in a robust rural health workforce, reduce burden in rural health clinics, and invest in rural communities in the 2023 Farm Bill.

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Improving Access to Rural Healthcare – Vizient Shares Feedback

October 23, 2023

Improving Access to Rural Healthcare – Vizient Shares Feedback

Vizient, a National Rural Health Association (NRHA) Platinum Partner, has responded to the House and Ways Means Committee’s Request for Information (RFI) on enhancing rural healthcare. They highlighted the challenges rural health providers face and suggested policy changes to improve care delivery, financing, reimbursement, and the healthcare workforce. Vizient emphasized the importance of supporting the financial viability of rural healthcare providers, avoiding damaging payment policies, protecting key healthcare programs, and investing in the healthcare workforce. They also suggested using their Vizient Vulnerability Index™ to understand social determinants of health in rural areas.

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NRHA Today Weekly Newsletter

October 16, 2023

NRHA Today Weekly Newsletter

The National Rural Health Association (NRHA) has posted the latest copy of NRHA Today.

In this issue:

  • What rural health providers need from Washington
  • NRHA now accepting Health Equity Conference presentations
  • Legislative error derails millions for struggling hospitals
  • What does CEO Alan Morgan see as the future of rural health?
  • Louisiana hospital leading in midwife care – more is needed
  • University establishes center for health care cybersecurity
  • Is the health care industry selling telemedicine short?
  • Ways for Congress to tackle rural health care shortages
  • How has your rural community changed in your lifetime?
  • JRH publishes new article on rural mammography services
  • Wondering where you can find qualified rural health pros?
  • Throwback: NRHA CEO on top rural health, hospital concerns
  • NRHA webinars on wound care, leadership succession planning
  • What parking lot mobile clinics say about rural health care
  • Rural child hunger summit, primary care ECHO upcoming
  • Participate in NRHA’s latest rural health advocacy campaigns
  • University receives grant to combat rural physician shortage
  • Rural emergency rooms take on health care challenges
  • Study examines health, other factors in happiest states
  • Rural youths who drink heavily more likely to carry a gun

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NRHA Now Accepting Health Equity Conference Presentations

October 10, 2023

NRHA Now Accepting Health Equity Conference Presentations

The National Rural Health Association (NRHA) is now accepting presentation proposals and research posters for the expanded Health Equity Conference next spring. Join NRHA and hundreds of rural health leaders in New Orleans, May 6-7, for one of the only meetings in the nation to focus on rural health equity issues. This conference is designed for those dedicated to bringing quality health care to under-served and often under represented populations, including LGBTQIA+, veteran, and homeless rural residents as well as multiracial and multicultural m embers of rural communities. Stick around for NRHA’s Annual Rural Health Conference and Rural Hospital Innovation Summit featuring more than 80 innovative, practical, and cost saving sessions.

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Driving Employee Engagement through Tactical Approach of Leader Rounding

October 10, 2023

Driving Employee Engagement through Tactical Approach of Leader Rounding

Join the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) for this educational webinar focused on the strategic use of Leader Rounding to transform rural healthcare. Discover how this practice can drive cultural change and improve overall care quality in rural healthcare settings.

In this informative webinar, participants will:

  • Explore Leader Rounding in Rural Healthcare
  • Understand the significance of Leader Rounding and its impact on rural healthcare.
  • Learn Effective Practices
  • Discover practical strategies to boost employee engagement and leadership development in rural healthcare organizations.
  • Cultural Transformation
  • Gain insights into using Leader Rounding as a tool for fostering cultural change within rural healthcare settings.

This webinar will provide you with real-world examples and actionable strategies to enhance the quality, operational efficiency, and financial performance of your rural healthcare institution.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an enlightening discussion that can empower your rural healthcare organization to excel in the face of unique challenges. Register today and be prepared to lead your organization toward a brighter, more sustainable future in rural healthcare.

When: Tuesday, October 24, 1:00 – 2:00 pm CST

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Strategic Succession Planning for Leadership in Today’s Rural Healthcare Landscape

October 10, 2023

Strategic Succession Planning for Leadership in Today’s Rural Healthcare Landscape

Leadership transitions in rural healthcare come with their own set of complexities. With the landscape changing rapidly due to shifts like remote care adoption, new payment models, and changing reimbursement paradigms, the importance of succession planning cannot be overstated. Erika Sundrud, Senior Vice President of Advisory Management at Ovation Healthcare, brings her 20 years of expertise to this session. Rural healthcare executives will gain a comprehensive understanding of succession strategies uniquely tailored for their challenges.

Objectives:

  • Understand the unique dynamics of leadership transitions in rural healthcare.
  • Engage with succession planning techniques specifically designed for rural contexts.
    • Outline clear, actionable steps to fortify their institution’s leadership succession plans for long-term resilience.

When: Tuesday, October 17, 2:00 – 3:00 pm CST

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The Untapped Fiscal Potential of Chronic Wound Care

October 10, 2023

The Untapped Fiscal Potential of Chronic Wound Care

In this webinar, Sarah Hull RNP, WCC, DWC will present valuable insights and practical strategies aimed at optimizing wound care management in Critical Access hospitals.

Participants will explore innovative approaches to chronic wound care, emphasizing the advantages of localized and cost-effective treatments. Sarah Hull will shed light on the benefits of incorporating advanced wound care therapies to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.

The webinar will cover essential topics, including the significance of local wound care services, the effectiveness of advanced wound care therapies, and actionable steps for transforming your wound care center into a financial success. Attendees can expect to gain practical tips and best practices from Sarah Hull to maximize the fiscal potential of their wound care services.

  • Join this informative session to enhance your wound care practices and contribute to better healthcare outcomes while optimizing financial sustainability.

When: Thursday, October 12, 1:00-2:00 pm CST

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First-ever Rural Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Compensation Survey

October 10, 2023

First-ever Rural Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Compensation Survey

This “First-ever Rural Physician and Advanced Practice Provider Compensation Survey” webinar, delves into groundbreaking survey results which boasted 4x the number of rural respondents compared to the largest current survey on the topic. This pivotal discussion will be led by Opal Greenway, Principal at Stroudwater Associates. As a seasoned healthcare and finance expert with a rich background in physician compensation, strategic healthcare needs, and regulatory compliance, Opal brings unparalleled insight to the table.

During this webinar, participants will:

  • Discover the findings of this inaugural rural-focused compensation survey.
  • Understand how affiliation with a health system influences compensation.
  • Gain insights into how compensation competitiveness varies across state practice environments, guided by Opal’s extensive experience in analyzing physician compensation structures and advising healthcare entities on market trends and regulations.

When:  Wednesday, October 11, 2:00 – 3:00 pm CST

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