Category: Webinar

HHS Finalizes Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Rule – Impacts for RHCs – Monday, July 15

July 8, 2024

HHS Finalizes Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Rule – Impacts for RHCs – Monday, July 15

The National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC) will host the free, FORHP-supported webinar, with information on the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services final rule under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities and the RHC impacts, including:

  • Requirement to post a notice of nondiscrimination
  • Requirements to post notice of availability of translation and auxiliary aid services in top 15 foreign languages
  • Requirement to establish and train employees on policies and procedures related to nondiscrimination

Additional time for Q&A will be provided.

Advanced registration is required.

Cost: Free

When: Monday, July 15, 2:00 p.,. ET

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CDC Update on Avian Flu, July 16

July 8, 2024

CDC Update on Avian Flu, July 16

On July 16, through its Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity Group, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will give updates on highly pathogenic A (H5N1) virus, also known as avian flu.

On this hour-long call, speakers will provide clinicians with information on testing, using antivirals, and infection prevention and control recommendations.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) (H5N1) virus is widespread among wild birds and continues to cause outbreaks in poultry and spillover to mammals.

To date, there have been three human cases of HPA! A(H5N1) virus infection identified in dairy farm workers in the United States. The risk to the public from HPAI A (H5N1) viruses is low; however, people who have job-related or recreational exposure to infected birds or animals, including dairy cattle, are at greater risk of HPAI A(H5N1) virus infection.

Continuing education credits are available.

To join this call, please click the link below when it is time for the call to start.

Cost:  Free

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

Webinar Link: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1618350375

Passcode: 143703

Webinar ID: 161 835 0375

Webinar: Cybersecurity for Rural Hospitals, July 16

July 2, 2024

Webinar: Cybersecurity for Rural Hospitals, July 16

The Missouri Hospital Association (MHA) and the Missouri Rural Health Association (MRHA) invite you to join this webinar for a conversation with the National Rural Health Association (NRHA).

The discussion will focus on the new White House initiative, in partnership with Google and Microsoft, to provide a range of free or discounted cybersecurity services to rural hospitals across the country to help them in their efforts to prevent cyberattacks.

Rural hospitals and clinics face a unique challenge in cybersecurity, balancing limited resources with the increasing sophistication of cyberthreats, which puts patient data and critical healthcare infrastructure at risk.

Registration is required.

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, July 16, 12:00 p.m.

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Webinar: What is ToRCH? (Transformation of Rural Community Health), July 18

June 26, 2024

Webinar: What is ToRCH? (Transformation of Rural Community Health), July 18

Join the Missouri Rural Health Association for a FREE Lunch & Learn webinar to learn about the ToRCH program and explore how this innovative program is transforming healthcare in rural Missouri.

The ToRCH program is a groundbreaking initiative that empowers rural communities to address healthcare-related social needs among their Medicaid populations, with a laser focus on driving better health outcomes.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, July 18, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CT

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Webinar: MRHA Connect, July 9th

June 26, 2024

Webinar: MRHA Connect, July 9th

Join this webinar to meet the architect and manager of MRHA Connect.

You’ll learn every tool you’ll need to be a top contributor AND be entered into the drawing to win.

MRHA Connect is a groundbreaking, community-driven online platform is tailored for rural Missouri healthcare professionals, advocates, academics, subject matter experts, and community leaders.

MRHA Connect members are empowered to join communities aligned with their interests and regions, creating a space for targeted discussions, resource sharing, and strategic collaboration.

Cost:  Free

When: Tuesday, July 9, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. CT

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Webinar: Federal Grant Resources for Rural Communities, June 26

June 24, 2024

Webinar: Federal Grant Resources for Rural Communities, June 26

Join this webinar to ensure your community is not left out of an unprecedented opportunity to apply for federal grants for infrastructure, energy and conservation projects.

The Center for Rural Affairs will review grant resources available to you, including a grant guide, Sam.gov resources, and a grant writer rolodex.

Cost: Free

When: Wednesday, June 26, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CT

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Upcoming Webinar: HHS Finalizes Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Rule – Impacts for RHCs, July 15

June 24, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: HHS Finalizes Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Rule – Impacts for RHCs, July 15

Join this webinar, hosted by the National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC), for information on the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Civil Rights and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid final rule regarding section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities and the RHC impacts.

Over the next year, several requirements established in this rule will go into effect for RHCs, including:

  • Requirement to post a notice of nondiscrimination.
  • Requirements to post notice of availability of translation and auxiliary aid services in top 15 foreign languages.
  • Requirement to establish and train employees on policies and procedures related to nondiscrimination.

NARHC offers an in-depth analysis of this rule and the need to knows for RHCs in becoming compliant before each effective date during this webinar.

Additional time for Q&A will be provided. Advanced registration is required.

Cost: Free

When: Monday, July 15, 2:00 p.m. ET

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Webinar: Swing Bed Culture and Attention to Wellness Vital to Rural Healthcare, A Transitional Care Model, July 25

June 21, 2024

Webinar: Swing Bed Culture and Attention to Wellness Vital to Rural Healthcare, A Transitional Care Model, July 25

Allevant, a joint venture between Mayo Clinic and Select Medical, helps Critical Access Hospitals by developing post-acute Transitional Care programs using available Swing Beds. Focused on helping patients transition to their highest level of independence, Transitional Care is a program that involves the patient and family, makes available the full resources of the Critical Access Hospital and focuses on measured outcomes and evidence-based processes to ensure patients get the best care possible.

Allevant has supported approximately 100 Critical Access Hospitals across 22 states including both independent and part of health systems. Our clients have cared for over 12,000 patients representing more than 158,000 swing bed days.

With a strong focus on quality, outcomes, and growth, our clients saw an average growth in swing bed days of 55% by the second year. 64% of patients were categorized as complex medical or complex surgical which is a growing patient population, and only 7% of Transitional Care patients were discharged directly back to acute care during a program stay of less than 30 days. 76% of patients were discharged from Transitional Care back to independence. The average patient rating was 4.83 out of 5 when asked if patients would “recommend the program to others”.

Cost: Free

When:  Thursday, July 25, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT

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Webinar: Enhancing Rural Health in Colorado: Innovations in Hospital Transformation Program (HTP), July 18

June 21, 2024

Webinar: Enhancing Rural Health in Colorado: Innovations in Hospital Transformation Program (HTP), July 18

Join this webinar for an in-depth exploration of Colorado’s Hospital Transformation Program (HTP).

This webinar will cover how a population health platform can overcome key challenges hospitals face with:

  • Manual reporting
  • Increasing reimbursement revenues
  • ACO/HIE data

In addition, the webinar highlights the successes made by Lincoln Health, leading the way to effective and result driven outcomes after they implemented a population health platform.

Discover why provider orgs need to participate in new quality programs.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, July 18, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. CT

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