CMS Webinar: New Hospital Price Transparency Requirements, October 21

October 17, 2024

CMS Webinar: New Hospital Price Transparency Requirements, October 21

Hosted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), this webinar will review the new hospital Price Transparency data elements that all U.S. hospitals and Critical Access Hospitals are required to include in their comprehensive machine-readable file (MRF) starting January 1, 2025.

According to regulations, hospitals must show their standard charges for all items and services they provide in an MRF that conforms to a CMS template layout and data specifications.

Cost: Free

When: Monday, October 21, 12:00 p.m.

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CEHP Webinar Series: Firstline Infection Prevention, October 17

October 11, 2024

CEHP Webinar Series: Firstline Infection Prevention, October 17

This webinar series is presented by the University of Missouri Continuing Education for Health Professions (CEHP) and focuses on the basics of infection control. These webinars cover topics like how viruses spread, proper cleaning, and how to use personal protective equipment.

The content is delivered in plain language with practical applications.

If you are confused about infection control, this is the place to start.

Cost: Free

When:

  • What does it mean to Recognize Risk, Thursday, October 17, 12:00p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • How Germs Make People Sick, Thursday, December 5, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Recognizing Risk Using Reservoirs: A Review, Thursday, February 13, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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Upcoming Webinar: Launching & Scaling Virtual Nursing Programs, October 24

October 11, 2024

Upcoming Webinar: Launching & Scaling Virtual Nursing Programs, October 24

Are you contemplating a virtual nursing program but unsure where to start?

This webinar offers a comprehensive guide to launching virtual nursing at any stage from basic setups with iPads to advanced, fully integrated systems with cameras and equipment. Learn from nationally renowned experts who will provide actionable steps and strategic insights, whether you’re a facility piloting virtual nursing or a health system ready to expand.

Discover the critical differences between virtual nursing and virtual sitting, and how each uniquely impacts patient care and staffing.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify Key Components for Launching a Virtual Nursing Program
  • Develop a Strategic Plan for Scaling Virtual Nursing Programs
  • Apply Actionable steps to Any Technology Environment

Equip your team with the knowledge and tools to move forward, regardless of your current landscape.

This webinar will resonate with:

  • CNOs
  • ED Medical Directors
  • CMOs
  • Nursing Executives
  • Directors of Technology

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, October 24, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

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Webinar: Hospital Price Transparency: What Hospitals Need to Know – Part 2, October 15

October 10, 2024

Webinar: Hospital Price Transparency: What Hospitals Need to Know – Part 2, October 15

Beginning January 1, 2021, hospitals operating in the United States are required to provide clear, accessible pricing information online about the items and services they provide.

This webinar will discuss the latest hospital price transparency policies effective January 1, 2024.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) subject matter experts will review the latest policy requirements and enforcement actions for hospital price transparency effective July 1, 2024 through January 30, 2025

Click Here to Access Slide and Audio from Part 1 of this series

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, October 15, 11:00 a.m.

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Upcoming HRSA Webinar: Navigating Screening Mammography: Guidelines, Importance, and Reaching Underserved Populations, October 22

October 10, 2024

Upcoming HRSA Webinar: Navigating Screening Mammography: Guidelines, Importance, and Reaching Underserved Populations, October 22

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA’s), Bureau of Primary Health Care is hosting a webinar discussing the guidelines and methods to reach underserved populations better.

The presenter is Dr. Stamatia Destounis a breast radiologist and managing partner at Elizabeth Wende Breast Care in Rochester, NY.

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, October 22, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET

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Save the Date for the Next Office of Women’s Health (OWH) Webinar, November 7

October 10, 2024

Save the Date for the Next Office of Women’s Health (OWH) Webinar, November 7

The Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA’s) Office of Women’s Health (OWH) invites you to a webinar “Addressing the Intersection of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Substance Use in Maternal Health Care.”

This webinar will feature speakers from

  • HRSA’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau,
  • Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH),
  • Office on Women’s Health

Attendees will learn about the National Strategy to Improve Maternal Mental Health Care as well as HRSA and OASH’s initiatives that are integrating prevention and care for IPV, substance use, and maternal health.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, November 7, 1:00 p.m.

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Upcoming Webinar – Hospital Price Transparency: What Hospitals Need to Know: Part 2, October 15

October 7, 2024

Upcoming Webinar – Hospital Price Transparency: What Hospitals Need to Know: Part 2, October 15

Beginning January 1, 2021, hospitals operating in the United States are required to provide clear, accessible pricing information online about the items and services they provide.

This webinar will discuss the latest hospital price transparency policies effective January 1, 2024. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) subject matter experts will review the latest policy requirements and enforcement actions for hospital price transparency effective July 1, 2024, through January 30, 2025.

High-speed internet is required to participate. A recording will be available after the live event. Connection details will be emailed to you immediately upon registration.

If you have questions or problems with the registration process, please contact RHIhub Webinars at webinars@ruralhealthinfo.org.

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, October 15, 11:00 a.m.

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Rural Emergency Hospital Educational Webinar and Fireside Chat, October 10

October 4, 2024

Rural Emergency Hospital Educational Webinar and Fireside Chat, October 10

During this session, the Rural Health Redesign Center (RHRC) will provide attendees with an overview of the no-cost technical assistance for hospitals considering a conversion, available through the Rural Emergency Hospital Technical Assistance Center.

This session will include a Fireside Chat where attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from hospital CEOs that have or are working with the Technical Assistance Center.

The REH provider type is designed to address concerns that some rural hospitals would not be able to sustain operations and could be at risk of closure.

Cost: Free

When: Thursday, October 10, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

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Webinar: Checklist Guide to Performing an Audit, October 15

October 2, 2024

Webinar: Checklist Guide to Performing an Audit, October 15

This webinar is perfect as a refresher for Certified Healthcare Auditors (CHA), compliance officers and those tasked with the responsibility of auditing and monitoring for compliance.

Learning Objectives

  • Four recommended steps to plan a successful audit
  • 7-step plan for the execution phase of an audit
  • Checklist to guide you through how to approach the report of findings
  • 8-step checklist when recommending a corrective action plan

On the day of the webinar, participants can download the 6-page guidance which outlines appropriate steps to performing an audit.

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, October 15, 12:00 p.m.

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Webinar: Introduction to Auditing for Compliance, October 8

October 2, 2024

Webinar: Introduction to Auditing for Compliance, October 8

Join the American Institute of Healthcare Compliance (AIHC) to learn about the importance of compliance and audits. Speaker Joanne Byron, who brings over 35 years of clinical and executive health care experience in areas of compliance, coding, documentation improvement, auditing, privacy, and security.

Learning Objectives – Answers to the Following Questions

  • Why conduct internal audits?
  • How can an audit identify risk?
  • Does the size of our organization matter?
  • Should we have an audit team?
  • Is it important to have a lead auditor?
  • What are the 4 phases of an audit?

Cost: Free

When: October 8, 12:00 p.m.

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