Category: Webinar

NRHA Webinar – Tackling Bad Debt: A 20% Reduction Guide for Rural Hospitals

August 28, 2023

NRHA Webinar – Tackling Bad Debt: A 20% Reduction Guide for Rural Hospitals

Join the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) for a webinar that delves into actionable strategies specific to rural healthcare facilities, aimed at achieving a 20% reduction in Bad Debt. As we navigate an era where convenience and immediate information are paramount, understanding the nuances of the patient payment experience becomes crucial.

This session will cover:

  • How to refine patient communication for better engagement
  • Key elements of clear and informative billing statements
  • Enhancing digital payment services to meet the evolving demands of patients, ensuring more timely payments
  • Strategies to improve collection success at the point of service

Leading the discussion is Richard Rogers, who brings over 25 years in healthcare revenue cycle management and currently serves as a Board Member of both the Greater Illinois HFMA and Illinois AAHAM chapters and Darren Cook, Vice President of Recovery Solutions at Magnet Solutions with 23 years in the healthcare receivables sector. Both bring their extensive expertise and commitment to enhancing rural healthcare practices.

When: Tuesday, September 19, 1:00 – 2:00 pm CST

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NRHA Webinar – Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Telehealth to Drive Value-Based Care in Rural Hospital Settings

August 28, 2023

NRHA Webinar – Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Telehealth to Drive Value-Based Care in Rural Hospital Settings

NRHA Webinar – Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Telehealth to Drive Value-Based Care in Rural Hospital Settings

Join this insightful webinar designed exclusively for CEOs and C-Level administrators of rural hospitals as we delve into the crucial topic of value-based care and evolving applications of inpatient telehealth to complement patient access and clinical workforce strategies. Stroudwater, a leading healthcare consulting firm, and Equum Medical, a pioneer in innovative telehealth-enabled clinical workforce solutions, have joined forces to deliver a comprehensive webinar that explores the significance of value-based care in transforming rural healthcare delivery.

When: Thursday, September 14, 2:00 – 3:00 pm CST

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NRHA Webinar – Care Coordination: Surrounding Patients with Care through PCMH

August 28, 2023

NRHA Webinar – Care Coordination: Surrounding Patients with Care through PCMH

Join Healthcare Experts Kate Hill, RN, and Kristen Ogden, RN, from The Compliance Team, in a practical exploration of effective Care Coordination within the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model. Drawing from extensive experience, these professionals offer actionable insights honed through years of service, improving patient outcomes and practice efficiency. With a focus on rural clinics and communities, their guidance takes a hands-on approach. In this webinar, you will understand the critical role of Care Coordination in the PCMH model and its impact on patient care and results. Identify practical avenues to strengthen care coordination within rural clinics and communities, promoting collaboration and comprehensive healthcare. Learn effective strategies to integrate care coordination into practice, even in underserved areas.

When: Wednesday, September 13, 1:00 – 2:00 pm CST

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NRHA Webinar – Empowering Rural Healthcare: Transforming Quality and Revenue with PHM Technology

August 28, 2023

NRHA Webinar – Empowering Rural Healthcare: Transforming Quality and Revenue with PHM Technology

Join this exclusive webinar tailored to rural healthcare providers and discover how Franciscan Healthcare in West Point, Nebraska, achieved a remarkable transformation in its quality program and revenue with i2i Population Health’s cutting-edge PHM platform.

Get valuable insights from industry experts Anne Timmerman, Director of Quality at Franciscan Healthcare, and Justin Neece, CEO of i2i Population Health. Anne brings extensive experience in healthcare, specializing in infection control, patient safety, and active involvement in healthcare boards. Justin’s leadership spans over 15 years, propelling i2i Population Health to become a top performer in the market, with recognition through awards like Best in KLAS and the Acenda Institute of Health 2023 Momentum Award for Top Sector Innovator.

Explore how seamless EHR integration, dynamic registries, and quality reports can drive proactive care coordination, gap closures, and improved patient outcomes. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the potential of PHM technology in rural healthcare.

When: Tuesday, August 29, 1:00 – 2:00 pm CST

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Upcoming Webinar – UVM Center on Rural Addiction: Smoking, Cessation Treatment Delivery at Your Door – Wednesday, August 30 at 11:00 a.m. CT

August 25, 2023

Upcoming Webinar – UVM Center on Rural Addiction: Smoking, Cessation Treatment Delivery at Your Door – Wednesday, August 30 at 11:00 a.m. CT

Join the University of Vermont, Center of Rural Addiction for: Reaching People Where They’re At: Smoking Cessation Treatment Delivery at Your Door.

This presentation will discuss novel ways to deliver evidence-based treatment for smoking cessation within and across rural areas. It will focus on 4 separate clinical trials of medication sampling, each demonstrating a simple yet novel treatment approach to reach a broad spectrum of smokers, including those who may not yet want to quit.  The Center on Rural Addiction at the University of Vermont (UVM) is one of three FORHP-supported Rural Centers of Excellence on Substance Use Disorders.

Learning objectives:

  • Describe the rationale and benefits of medication sampling for smoking cessation
  • Outline methods for providing medication sampling to patients in various settings
  • Discuss the limits of medication sampling, balancing reach and effectiveness
  • Discuss the significance of medication sampling as a tobacco treatment intervention for members of rural populations

Participants can expect 45 minutes of presentation followed by 15 minutes for questions and conversation.

Live captions are available during this presentation.

A recording of the session and slides will be shared following.

CME/CE Credits are available for this live webinar.​

Upcoming Webinar – NOSORH State of the Healthcare Industry – Market Updates for Rural, Monday, August 28 at 3:00 p.m.

August 25, 2023

Upcoming Webinar – NOSORH State of the Healthcare Industry – Market Updates for Rural, Monday, August 28 at 3:00 p.m.

You are invited to attend the webinar: State of the Healthcare Industry – Markey Updates for Rural on August 28, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. ET.

The National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORN) will cover new regulations and market dynamics and explain their effect of rural providers.

At the conclusion of the webinar, participants will be able to:

  • Understand new regulations and laws that have occurred during the last 90 days
  • Describe the current market dynamics of the healthcare industry
  • Evaluate the effects of these trends on rural providers
  • Apply this understanding to their own organization

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Free Virtual Event – Enabling Patient Access to Health Data for Actionable Results

August 25, 2023

Free Virtual Event – Enabling Patient Access to Health Data for Actionable Results

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the latest developments in patient data access and how you can be a part of the path forward.

Avoid information blocking which is the practice in which a healthcare provider, health plan, or other covered entity intentionally interferes with the access, exchange, or use of electronic health information. The information blocking rule, which was established under the 21st Century Cures Act, requires covered entities to make EHI available for access and exchange in a way that is secure, timely, and appropriate to the circumstances.

The ultimate goal of the Information Blocking Act is to promote greater collaboration and coordination among healthcare providers and other stakeholders, which can lead to improved quality of care, better patient outcomes, and more efficient use of healthcare resources. By breaking down barriers to the exchange of health information, this legislation aims to facilitate the development and implementation of innovative healthcare solutions that can improve the overall health of the population.

Register for this FREE virtual event sponsored by CMS and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC) on the topic of bringing together patients, providers, payers, and health IT developers to discuss patient access to their health data, including:

  • How HHS policies are working in practice
  • How to maximize the impact of these policies

The sponsors will also highlight educational tools and resources, such as patient-facing apps that allow patients to get their health information and make it easier to understand.

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NRHA Webinar on Utilizing Swing Beds

August 18, 2023

NRHA Webinar on Utilizing Swing Beds

Allevant will host a webinar at 1 p.m. CDT September 21 on swing bed culture and attention to wellness vital to rural health care. 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. Their 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, 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”.

When: September 21, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. CDT

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Learn more at www.Allevant.com.

NRHA Webinar on Leveraging Telehealth

August 18, 2023

NRHA Webinar on Leveraging Telehealth

Join National Rural Health Administration (NRHA) Partner Equum Medical for an industrial webinar designed exclusively for CEOs and C-Level administrators of rural hospitals as they delve into the crucial topic of value-based care and evolving applications of inpatient telehealth to complement patient access and clinical workforce strategies. Stroudwater, a leading healthcare consulting firm, and Equum Medical, a pioneer in innovative telehealth-enabled clinical workforce solutions, have joined forces to deliver a comprehensive webinar that explores the significance of value-based care in transforming rural healthcare delivery.

When: Thursday, September 14, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 pm CDT

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HQIN Office Hours on Reducing Readmissions

August 10, 2023

HQIN Office Hours on Reducing Readmissions

This session, Hear From Your Peers: What Works to Reduce Readmissions, will feature speakers from Health Quality Innovators’ (HQI) network of hospitals, including critical access, rural and acute care hospital settings. Each speaker will share their hospitals experience with readmission reduction strategies, key implementation tips, and results. You will also have an opportunity to ask questions and network with other peers seeking ideas on what is working to reduce readmissions.

Attendees will learn how to:

  • Examine new options for reducing readmissions
  • Connect with peers for assistance on operationalizing new interventions
  • Feel empowered to apply new strategies to strengthen your readmission reduction portfolio

This session will have something applicable for each hospital within the HQI network.

Date & Time: You can choose to attend one or more of the following session:

  • August 10, 2023 11:00 a.m.
  • September 14, 2023 11:00 a.m.
  • October 12, 2023 11:00 a.m.
  • November 9, 2023 11:00 a.m.

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