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Watch the Recording of the May 14 All-Programs Webcast
(From HRSA)
-- If you missed the recent All-Programs webcast, you can
watch it now
for important Health Center Program updates. Here are some of the resources mentioned during the webcast:
Upcoming All-Programs webcasts are scheduled for 2 p.m. (Eastern) on these dates:
- Tuesday, July 23
- Tuesday, September 24
- Tuesday, November 21
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State Launches TennCare Connect Website
TennCare Connect is a new website that allows Tennesseans to apply for, renew, and manage their coverage for Medicaid, CoverKids, and the Medicare Savings Program. Applicants and members can sign up for TennCare Connect by visiting
www.tenncareconnect.tn.gov
.
TennCare Connect allows applicants and members to fill out applications or renewal forms, check their eligibility status, upload documents, and update their personal information. There is also a free TennCare Connect mobile app that can be found in the App Store or Google Play. Attached is ab informational
postcard
about TennCare Connect that you may share with patients and others about how to access the website. Paper applications and applications by phone are still accepted.
If applicants or members need help applying for TennCare, they can call 855-259-0701.
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Conscience Protections
On May 21, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
(HHS) published a
final rule
that expands nondiscrimination protections for health care providers who decline to participate in certain health care services with which they have religious or moral objections. Such services include, but are not limited to, abortion, hormonal birth control, treatment for HIV/AIDS, gender transition services, and services for LGBT services. The rule applies to all health care entities that receive federal funds. This
fact sheet
provides a summary of the rule provisions.
Community health centers need to be aware of the new rule, and NACHC is developing sample policies and procedures for health centers to demonstrate compliance. The regulation is set to go into effect on July 1, 2019; however, 18 states and the District of Columbia filed lawsuits earlier this week challenging the rule.
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National Health Center Week
Mark your calendars for
National Health Center Week
2019 from August 4-10! This year’s theme is "America’s Health Centers: Rooted in Communities." If your health center is hosting an event during NHCW, please complete
this form
and NACHC will use the information to try to match your event with a sponsor. Be sure to also send details about your event to emily.waitt@tnpca.org.
Check out
this page
if your health center is looking for creative event ideas.
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Visits from Elected Officials
TPCA can provide guidance to health centers preparing for legislator visits by supplying information on policy topics and relevant legislation. TPCA staff also can attend visits upon request.
Please let us know if you have an opportunity to host a legislator or other official at your health center. If your health center has already hosted an elected official in 2019, please send that information to emily.waitt@tnpca.org.
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TPCA to Host Continuous Compliance Tool Demonstration
Registration is now open for a webinar demonstration of RegLantern's continuous compliance tool, to be held on Tuesday, June 6, from 1-2 p.m. (Central)
HRSA is moving quickly toward the expectation of “continual compliance”. With health center program requirements continuously changing, it’s challenging for health center leaders to keep up and remain complaint. RegLantern has developed a web-based platform designed by experienced health center leaders and reviewers that helps FQHCs get and remain compliant. Additionally, RegLantern’s team of experts provide mock site visits or technical assistance if your health center would like a little more help. RegLantern has offered a special discounted price for the Tennessee Primary Care Association and will share information about these discounts during the webinar. TPCA members will be offered a free Form 5A review as a thank you for your attendance.
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FY 2020 SAC Applicant TA Webinar
(From HRSA)
-- HRSA will hold an FY 2020 Service Area Competition applicant TA webinar that will apply to all FY 2020 SAC NOFOs and all applicant types.
Wednesday, May 29
Noon-1 p.m. (Eastern)
Call-in Number: 888-935-0266
Passcode: 1396629
A tentative schedule for all FY 2020 SAC NOFO releases and multiple TA resources are available on the
SAC TA webpage
. A recording of the webinar will be available shortly after it takes place. The first FY 2020 SAC NOFO has already released and the remaining five will release over the next four months. For program-related questions, contact
Health Center Program Support
.
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HRSA's New Training and TA Hub
(From HRSA)
-- HRSA recently launched a new
Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) Hub
(Hub). The Hub is an easy way to find TA centers associated with many of HRSA’s programs and includes information of interest to safety net providers and training/education programs.
The search function allows users to find resources quickly, or users can browse by topic (for example: older adult health) or by HRSA bureau/office. The Hub is a one-stop-shop for accessing HRSA's T/TA resources.
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Loan Repayment for Providers in Rural Communities
(From HRSA)
-- A new
National Health Service Corps
(NHSC) Program, the Rural Community Loan Repayment Program, will expand and improve access to quality opioid and SUD treatment in rural, underserved areas nationwide. Health care clinicians qualified to provide SUD treatment may be eligible for this loan repayment in return for service at an NHSC-approved SUD treatment facility. For more information visit the
NHSC Rural Community Loan Repayment Program website
and sign up for updates.
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Reminder: 2019 Tri-State Oral Health Summit, June 14-15
TPCA is joining PCAs from Georgia and Mississippi again this year in hosting the Tri-State Oral Health Summit, June 14-15, in Birmingham, Ala. This year's summit is designed for dental and medical providers, dental hygienists and assistants, administrators, financial staff, and educators interested in engaging and enhancing the overall improvement of their FQHC dental site.
The summit has been approved by NNOHA to receive up to 11.5 CDEs. Click
here
more information and to register.
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Rural Communities Opioid Response Program - MAT Expansion
(From HRSA)
-- The Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) Federal Office of Rural Health Policy (FORHP) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program-Medication-Assisted Treatment Expansion (RCORP-MAT Expansion). HRSA plans to invest approximately $8 million in rural communities as part of this funding opportunity.
Successful RCORP-MAT Expansion award recipients will receive up to $725,000 for a three-year period of performance to establish or expand medication-assisted treatment (MAT) in eligible hospitals, health clinics, or tribal organizations located in high-risk rural communities.
View the funding opportunity
here
. The application deadline is June 10.
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PARTNER-SPONSORED TRAINING & EDUCATION
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Veteran Service Webinar: Veteran Community Care
(From NACHC)
-- Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) are a critical component in a network designed to provide care for veterans when and where they need it. This webinar, which will take place on Wednesday, June 5, from 2-3 p.m. (Eastern), examines the status of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) transition to a new legislative authority—the MISSION Act and how this new law will allow community providers to care for our nation’s Veterans. Webinar participants will explore the VA’s approach to community care, understand TriWest’s role during this transition period and be able to locate available resources.
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Free Community Presentation on Opioid Overdose Prevention
The Rural Communities Opioid Response Program for East Tennessee Consortium (RCORP-ETC) will host a free presentation on opioid overdose prevention on June 4. The presentation is open to all adults 18 and older, and will focus on what opioids are, statistics about opioids, patient responsibilities, signs of overdose, and how to respond to an overdose.
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Health Centers in the News
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