Category: Webinar

Free Webinar: How to Conduct an Ethical Investigation, July 18

July 9, 2024

Free Webinar: How to Conduct an Ethical Investigation, July 18

This educational webinar is for anyone who is involved or will be involved, in investigating or handling complaints related to health care compliance matters.

Why You Should Attend This Webinar:

  1. It’s FREE but Registration is Required (Click link below to register)
  2. Compliance in health care is complex and from time to time, an employer may need to investigate concerns about an employee’s workplace behavior

Investigating and resolving an allegation correctly and ethically strengthens and protects your organization.

A proper investigation gives management needed information and a factual basis on which to make its decisions. It also reinforces both fairness of the employee discipline process and your commitment to learning about employee concerns

The objectives and scope of investigations vary widely, but its overriding purpose is always to find out the relevant facts. Each investigation may be unique and handled differently and following standard techniques can help you investigate in a fair, ethical transparent and consistent manner.

This webinar will cover the common mistakes investigators make:

  • In planning the investigation and understanding their role
  • When dealing with the employee who raised the concern about actual or suspected misconduct
  • When interviewing the investigation participants
  • When documenting the investigation, especially the investigation report

Cost: Free

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

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Webinar: Introduction to MRHA Connect

July 9, 2024

Webinar: Introduction to MRHA Connect

The Missouri Rural Health Association (MRHA) has announced an engagement competition on MRHA Connect – a groundbreaking, community-driven online platform designed to foster collaboration among rural Missouri

  • Healthcare professionals
  • Advocates
  • Academics
  • Subject matter experts
  • Community leaders

Start engaging, collaborating and sharing today, to climb the leaderboard.

Joining MRHA Connect is simple. Visit Home – Missouri Rural Health Association (mrhassociation.org) and sign up for free to become a member of this dynamic community.

Don’t miss this opportunity to:

  • Connect with your peers
  • Share strategic advice
  • Solve challenges
  • Develop new approaches to rural healthcare in Missouri

Attendees at the Intro to MRHA Connect Webinar will be entered into a drawing to win a $50 gift card.

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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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