At the Forefront of Healthcare Transformation
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ILHITREC
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Two Important Webinars
coming to you
in January 2021
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Successful Audit Outcomes
Through preparation and professional assistance
Wednesday, January 6th, 2021 at 12 noon.
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States are required to perform a 10% random audit as part of the Promoting Interoperability Incentive Payment Program (PIP). Any eligible professional (EP), eligible hospital (EH) or critical access hospital (CAH) attesting to and receiving a Promoting Interoperability incentive payment through the Illinois Medicaid PIP may be subject to a Medicaid audit. PIP Medicaid Audits for the State of Illinois will be conducted by the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, Office of the Inspector General, and Bureau of Medicaid Integrity.
In this webinar, Brenda Simms and Lauren Wiseman, with ILHITREC, will discuss the CMS audit process and how to prepare for an audit.
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Medicaid Promoting Interoperability Stage 3 Attestations for 2020 & 2021
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Content will include review of objectives and quality measures as well as what documents and information needs to be included in your attestation. |
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HHS Administrator Seema Verma's Rural Open Door Forum speech, Nov 19, 2020
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"It's a pleasure to speak to you on this tenth annual Rural Health Day. Let me start by thanking all of you on the frontlines for your hard work and dedication at this difficult time in history. It's not lost on me how much rural providers have sacrificed. You are heroes in this war. Coronavirus has not spared any part of the world, and it has been particularly challenging for rural providers, which already faced considerable difficulties going into this pandemic.
The good news is that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Recent news about impending vaccines and new treatments is heartening. Life will eventually return to normal. As we face many difficult days ahead and all the challenges of immunizing a nation, I am also encouraged by the progress CMS has made in addressing some of the most critical rural health issues." Continue reading
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Are you ready for the
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A limited survey conducted by the eHealth Initiative, a non-profit organization that supports healthcare transformation through research, education and advocacy, indicates that many providers are not. The answers reveal that almost one third of providers are not familiar with the final rule, 39% indicating they were somewhat familiar and only 28% indicating they were very familiar with the rule. Survey respondents also included payers and vendors. Additional details can be found at eHI Survey.
While the survey is not specific for every compliance, it captures our concern and confirms what we've observed and heard from our provider clients. CMS has provided very little guidance around the requirement for updating Direct Contact information in NPPES with a vague deadline of late 2020.
We recognize there are multiple challenges and competing priorities for providers, 89% indicated a desire for extension of the deadlines. However, we need to move forward and ILHITREC is ready and willing to help. Past webinars and newsletters are available on our website. Please reach out to [email protected] for direct assistance.
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Important Information Regarding the use of
ILPMP for 2020 and 2021 Medicaid PI Attestations
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Please review the Medicaid Program Year 2020 Specification sheet for important information regarding the use of ILPMP for 2020 and 2021 Medicaid PI attestations. The specification states: an EP may count a specialized registry (such as PMP) if the EP achieved Active Engagement Option 3 in a prior year. Active engagement Option 3 - Production as defined in the specification sheet: The EP has completed testing and validation of the electronic submission and is submitting production data to the Public Health Agency or Clinical Data Registry.
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In case you missed it:
3-Week Webinar Series: Strengthening Your Immune System through Physical Activity
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Physical activity can optimize the body's defenses against infection. In the current pandemic, people are looking to boost their immune system health to prevent contracting the novel coronavirus and/or lessen the effects of the virus if they do catch it. Besides boosting immune health, physical activity can reduce the overall risk and severity of chronic diseases. Join Kerri Lanum, certified athletic trainer, health coach and ILHITREC quality improvement expert as she shares her knowledge and expertise in this area.
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Why Physical Activity is Just the Prescription You Need
Learn about the benefits of regular physical activity, current activity recommendations for your age group and how to start incorporating this healthy habit into your life. Research has shown that regular physical activity can boost immunity, improve quality of life, slow or reverse disease progression, prevent disease and lead to better sleep and functionality throughout the day.
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Cardio, Resistance, Flexibility, Sports,
What Type of Exercise is Right for You?
This webinar covered different types of exercise and the latest scientific findings on the benefits of each type. Do you have certain restrictions you have that limit your choice of physical activity? Find out how everyone despite your limitations can experience the benefits of regular physical activity.
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Using Technology to Improve Physical Fitness
This fun webinar delved into the latest and greatest in how technology is making it easier for us all to get fit. We explored apps and programs available for physical activity tracking and how to involve your healthcare providers in your physical activity goals.
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Please note that ILHITREC's Clinical Informatics Specialists have expertise to assist you with any questions or concerns related to the EHR Incentive Programs. Contact us at [email protected] or visit ILHITREC for complete details on the wide variety of services provided by ILHITREC.
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About Support Provided by ILHITREC
The Illinois Health Information Technology Regional Extension Center (ILHITREC), under contract with the Illinois Department of Health and Family Services (HFS), is providing education, outreach, EHR, and Meaningful Use support to Medicaid providers for the Promoting Interoperability Program. Contact us at [email protected].
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