The Wyoming Telehealth Network newsletter is your source for information, resources and best practices in telehealth. We support healthcare entities, providers, and specialists through professional development, collaboration, and leveraging of telecommunications technology.
At A Glance...
- January Provider Spotlight
- January Webinar
- Healthy U Program
- UW Telehealth Course Development Survey
- WyTN Webinar Survey
- Community Health SIG Art Therapy
- Article on Importance of Telehealth for People with IDD
- Wyoming Telehealth Consortium
- Special Interest Groups
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January Provider Spotlight |
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Did you know that telehealth is provided free of charge through many different health organizations? Read how the Alzheimer’s Association helps patients and provider’s support patients who are navigating dementia through telehealth in this month’s spotlight.
We know there are many organizations working to improve access to telehealth for people living with chronic conditions. Want to add your organization to the list providing telehealth services? Contact Andrea at ashiple4@uwyo.edu.
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Part One of a Two-Part Series:
Best Practices for Mastering the Logistics of Telehealth Billing and Coding for Payees
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During the COVID-19 public health emergency, reimbursements for telehealth continue to evolve. Join WyTN to navigate the challenges of billing and coding practices for payees during this time of uncertainty about insurance coverage and reimbursement policies.
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
12:00pm - 1:00pm (MDT)
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Healthy U:
Health Education Program
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Healthy U is a health education program that teaches anyone with a chronic health condition skills to better manage their health. Healthy U is meant to supplement existing care and will not conflict with any treatments.
Participants meet once a week for 6 weeks and explore topics such as problem solving, healthy eating, action planning, understanding emotions, exercise, evaluating treatments, effective communication, and working with healthcare professionals.
Healthy U workshops are available in-person and virtually! Connect using your smartphone, tablet, or computer. One-on-one technical assistance will be provided.
If you or someone you care for have a chronic health condition please Join us for our next virtual workshop in February!
To register for our virtual workshop in February 2022 fill out the form:
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To view our workshop schedule, register for a workshop, or to learn more about Healthy U, visit our website. |
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UW Telehealth Course:
Provider Experiences Survey
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The University of Wyoming is currently developing coursework to increase knowledge, skills and competencies in telepractice for pre-service students in Pharmacy, Social Work, Speech Language Pathology, Nursing and Kinesiology and Health. As a current practicing provider, we would like to know what knowledge, skills and experiences are most important for future providers. |
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We want to know your thoughts! You can assist the Wyoming Telehealth Network as we continue to support your efforts by letting us know what you need most out of our services and programming.
Please take a few minutes to give your ideas by completing this survey.
It’s fast, it’s meaningful, and we will be so grateful that you did.
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Save The Date: Community Health SIG
Art Therapy Session
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Join the Community Health Special Interest Group (SIG) as we begin to address the barriers and burnout in caregiving!
The WyTN is hosting a special Community Health SIG on Friday, Februray 4th from 12:00 - 1:00 pm that will feature an art therapy session. This event is limited to 20 attendees and is totally free to community health workers. Please RSVP ashiple4@uwyo.edu in the next 24 hours if you’d like to attend - there are only a couple spots left! A Zoom link will be sent out to those who RSVP closer to the event date.
Friday, February 4, 2022
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual (Zoom)
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Article: Telehealth Services Reduce
ER Visits for Individuals with Disabilities
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"Recent research indicates telehealth services have led to fewer ER visits and lower healthcare costs for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities."
This article written by Victoria Bailey of Xtelligent Healthcare Media discusses the benefits of telehealth for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
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Wyoming Telehealth Consortium |
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The Wyoming Telehealth Consortium is the central meeting space to discuss the programs, success/challenges, and discuss ideas on improving the use of telehealth in the state. The Consortium meets on the last Tuesday of every month, from 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Anyone interested in building telehealth is encouraged to attend.
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
3:00pm - 4:30pm
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Early Childhood
This SIG is in the process of planning.
Time and Date - TBD
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Wyoming Hospitals
Third Friday of the month
February 18, 2022
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Telemental Health
Second Friday of the month
February 11, 2022
12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Community Health
First Friday of the month
February 4, 2022 (Art Therapy Session)
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Email ashiple4@uwyo.edu
to RSVP for Zoom link
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If you would like to contribute information to the newsletter, get involved with any special interest groups, or have your practice highlighted,
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Contact Information
Wyoming Telehealth Network
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities
1000 E. University Ave., Dept. 4298
Laramie, WY 82071
307-766-6407
wyomingtelehealth.org
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