PDPM: Effective Systems and Coding of Section GG
This 1.25 hour webinar focuses on effective systems for gathering data and documenting function to support coding decisions for the MDS 3.0 Section GG. The webinar includes a review of Section GG items used to determine PDPM function scores and how those scores are calculated as well as how to establish interdisciplinary approaches to ensure accurate assessment and coding of Section GG items.
Phase 3: Implementing an Effective QAPI Program
This 1.25 hour webinar focuses on the fundamentals of QAPI and incorporating the 5 QAPI elements into existing continuous quality improvement (CQI) facility quality programs. Self-assessment for goal setting, the QAPI written plan, policies and procedures, and leadership's role in accountability for QAPI programs are emphasized.
Understanding PDPM & Developing Your Facility Action Plan
This 1.25 hour webinar reviews fundamentals of the Patient Driven Payment Model effective October 1, 2019 for SNF Part A reimbursement. Emphasis of this session is on understanding the payment model and the impact on interdisciplinary team operations with strategies for developing a step wise facility action plan to guide a successful transition.
Phase 3 RoP: What to Expect
The Phase 3 requirements will go into effect on November 28, 2019. This session highlights what to expect for Phase 3 RoP implementation. An overview of the Phase 3 RoP that will go into effect on Nov. 28, 2019 is discussed, with an emphasis on developing actions plans for achieving compliance with the upcoming Phase 3 RoP.
Phase 2 RoP: What Have We Learned?
The implementation of Phase 2 of the new Requirements of Participation (RoP), and the new long term care survey process went into effect on November 28, 2017. This session highlights what we have learned through the implementation of the Phase 2 RoP. Survey outcomes associated with the new Phase 2 requirements and lessons learned since the new survey process was initiated in in Nov 2017 are discussed with examples of survey citations and discussion on strategies for compliance.
Recordings Only $149.00
 50% Discount Code Available
for those  who previously purchased the live event.
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SNF Provider Training, Tools and Insight
to Conqure 2019 Industry Changes
This webinar series will guide providers in implementing a step-wise action plan to manage the industry changes taking effect in 2019 including Phase 3 RoP (Requirements of Participation) and preparing for the reimbursement transition from Medicare PPS RUGs IV to the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM).


Target Audience:
Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Nurse Manages, Nursing Home Administrators, Nursing Staff & Leaders, RAI Coordinator, QA Director, Social Services, Staff Development Coordinator, Rehabilitation Services, Board Members

Instructional Level: Intermediate
 
NAB Approved Contact Hours: 1.25 for live event and 1.5 for recording (includes post-test). Check your state association registration page for details on additional CE accreditations.
Upcoming webinar topics are:
Topics are subject to change pending SNF PPS Final Rule and CMS Interpretive Guidance related to Phase 3
Feb 2019
 Phase 3: Implementing an effective SNF Compliance & Ethics Program
Mar 2019
 SNF Quality Reporting (QRP) and SNF Value Based Purchasing (VBP) Programs
Apr 2019
 PDPM: Developing ICD.10 Expertise for Effective Coding of Clinical Categories & Non-Therapy Ancillary
May 2019
 Phase 3: Implementing Successful Staff Training & Competency Programs
June 2019
 PDPM: Rehab program transitions and provider insight for SNF PT, OT & SLP service reimbursement
July 2019
 Phase 3: Next Steps for the Infection Preventionist
Aug 2019
 Operational Strategies for Success Under PDPM (with expert panel)
Sept 2019
 Phase 3: Trauma Informed and Culturally Competent Care
Oct 2019
TBD based on CMS updates and identified transition issues
Nov 2019
 TBD
Presenter Information:
Shelly Maffia, MSN, MBA, RN, LNHA, QCP
Director of Regulatory Services for Proactive Medical Review
 
Shelly Maffia is a Registered Nurse and Nursing Home Administrator with over 15 years of experience serving in long term care leadership and consulting positions, including positions as Director of Nursing, Administrator, and Corporate Nurse Consultant and Training Positions. She earned the QAPI Certified Professional (QCP) credential from the American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination (AANAC), which was established to promote the highest standards for QAPI program implementation in the long-term care profession.
Amie Martin, OTR/L, CHC, RAC-CT
Clinical Consultant for Proactive Medical Review
 
Amie Martin is an Occupational Therapist and Compliance Officer with over twenty years of experience serving in long term care leadership positions and as a clinical program specialist. Amie is certified in healthcare compliance. She has successfully partnered with providers to develop and implement Compliance and Ethics Programs, achieve 5-star survey results, and ensure Medicare reimbursement accuracy as Founder and President of Proactive Medical Review Consulting.
Eleisha Wilkes, RN, RAC-CT
Proactive Medical Review
 
Eleisha Wilkes is a Registered Nurse & AANAC certified MDS consultant with over fifteen years of experience in long term care. She has served as Director of Nursing, Case Manager and Resident Assessment Coordinator with extensive responsibility and success in driving QA in the areas of person centered assessment and care planning through effective systems, staff development, and interdisciplinary team collaboration. Eleisha specializes in Emergency Preparedness, MDS 3.0, reimbursement compliance, competency based staff education programs, SNF/NF survey readiness, and Phase 1-3 Requirements of Participation compliance.
Proactive Medical Review & Consulting assists post-acute care providers in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and promoting measurable care excellence. Proactive specializes in SNF mock survey, QAPI, Compliance Programs, MDS/Supportive Documentation Audits and Staff Development to promote 5 star quality and reimbursement compliance. Proactive offers consulting for Medial Review and Medicare Appeals, and is uniquely positioned to assist SNF providers with therapy oversight and the defense of skilled rehab services through their team that includes Therapist consultants in addition to Nurse, Health Facility Administrator, MDS and SNF/NF billing experts.
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