SESSIONS
DAY 1
Mon. November 11
DAY 2
Tues. November 12
DAY 3
Wed. November 13
NOVEMBER 11
Core Program
* Denotes required topics for first time Administrators / Alternates.
Both Tracks
9:00 AM -10:00 AM
A. General Session: Industry Update
This session will provide Home and Community Support Services Agencies (HCSSAs) with the latest updates on licensing standards, along with current information on state and federal laws relevant to their operations.
Speakers: Rachel Hammon, Executive Director, and Jessica Boston, Director of Government Affairs, Texas Association for Home Care & Hospice
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrators/Alternates
Both Tracks
10:15 AM -11:45 PM
*1A. Employment Law
Description coming soon.
Speaker: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.5 clock hours Administrator/Alternate
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Standard Track
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12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
*2A. HCSSA Regulatory Compliance for Administrators: Part 1
This interactive session will keep participants engaged while providing a comprehensive review of Chapter 558 Licensing Standards for Home and Community Support Services Agencies (HCSSAs). It will cover the required content from the Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 250 and Chapter 142, emphasizing how these standards apply to administrators to ensure compliance with licensing requirements.
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Speakers: Jennifer Elder, Director of Regulatory Affairs, TAHC&H and Grace Werckle, BSN, RN, Home Care Education Nurse Manager, TAHC&H
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Continuing Education: 2.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 2.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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3:00pm -5:00pm
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*3A. HCSSA Regulatory Compliance for Administrators: Part 2
This session on Regulatory Compliance will challenge your knowledge of critical topics, including the Nurse Aide Registry, Criminal History Checks for employees and applicants in facilities serving the elderly or persons with disabilities, the Texas Human Resources Code, Chapter 102 – Rights of the Elderly, OSHA regulations, and more!
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Speaker: Jennifer Elder, Director of Regulatory Affairs, TAHC&H and Grace Werckle, BSN, RN, Home Care Education Nurse Manager, TAHC&H
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Continuing Education: 2.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 2.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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Advanced Track
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12:45 PM - 2:00 PM
2B. Advanced Concepts in Risk Management
Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Troy Brooks, Of Counsel, Degan, Blanchard & Nash
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Continuing Education: 1.25 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.25 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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2:15 PM - 3:30 PM
3B. Building Your Business Acumen Skills
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Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.25 clock hours Administrator/Alternate
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3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
3C. Advanced Concepts in Compliance
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Description coming soon.
Speaker: Troy Brooks, Of Counsel, Degan, Blanchard & Nash
Continuing Education: 1.25 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.25 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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NOVEMBER 12
Core Program
Standard Track
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8:15 AM -9:45 AM
*4A. Complaint Investigation and Resolution
Description coming soon.
Speaker: Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin, RJNG Health Care Consulting, LLC
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Continuing Education: 1.5 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.5 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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Advanced Track
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8:15 AM -9:45 AM
4B. Advanced Concepts in Communication for Healthcare Leadership
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Description coming soon.
Speaker: Coming soon
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Continuing Education: 1.5 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.5 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
Standard Track
10:00 AM -11:30 AM
*5A. Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation
Description coming soon.
Speakers: Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin, RJNG Health Care Consulting, LLC
Continuing Education: 1.5 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.5 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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Advanced Track
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10:00 AM -11:30 AM
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5B. Advanced Concepts in Finance/Budgeting
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Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.5 clock hours Administrator/Alternate
Standard Track
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
*6A. Emergency Preparedness
Description coming soon.
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Speakers: Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin, RJNG Health Care Consulting, LLC
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Continuing Education: 1.5 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.5 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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Advanced Track
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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6B. Advanced Concepts in Technology
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Description coming soon.
Speaker: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.5 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.5 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
Standard Track
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
*7A. Infection Control Updates
Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Colleen Woods MSNED, RN, Senior Consultant, Primary Nurse Planner, JCC
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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Advanced Track
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2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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7B. Advanced Concepts in Ethical Practices
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Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
Standard Track
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
*8A. Fraud, Waste & Abuse
Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Jennifer Papapanagiotou, Esq., Liles Parker PLLC
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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Advanced Track
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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8B. Advanced Concepts in Cyber Security: Proactive Cybersecurity Risk Management
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Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate;
NOVEMBER 13
Specialty Program
8:15 AM -9:15 AM
MEDICARE TRACK
M1. Coming Soon
Description coming soon.
Speakers: Coming soon
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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HOSPICE TRACK
H1. Coming Soon
Description coming soon.
Speaker: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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COMMUNITY CARE TRACK
CC1. Social Determinants of Health
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Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Rosalind J. Nelson-Gamblin, RJNG Health Care Consulting, LLC
Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education​​
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9:30AM - 10:30AM
MEDICARE TRACK
M2. Coming soon.
Description coming soon.
Speakers: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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HOSPICE TRACK
H2. Coming soon
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Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Coming soon
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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COMMUNITY CARE TRACK
CC2. Coming soon
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Description coming soon.
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Speaker: Coming soon
Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate
10:45AM - 11:45AM
MEDICARE TRACK
M3. Coming soon
Description coming soon.​
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Speakers: Coming soon.
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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HOSPICE TRACK
H3. Unlocking the Secrets of Hospice Financial Management: Demystifying CAP Reporting and Calculation
In this comprehensive session, we will take a deep dive into the financial management of Hospice care, with a special focus on the often-misunderstood Capped Annual Payment (CAP) Reporting and Calculation. This critical aspect of financial management can be complex, but it is essential to ensuring your Hospice agency’s financial health and optimizing reimbursements.
Led by an expert in the field, this session will guide you step-by-step through the nuances of CAP reporting, helping you gain a clear understanding of its importance and impact. You’ll learn how to accurately calculate and manage CAP, empowering your team to make informed financial decisions that can improve operational stability and sustainability.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into CAP reporting and transform your approach to Hospice financial management. You’ll walk away with the knowledge and tools to maximize your agency’s reimbursement potential and maintain financial stability.
Speaker: Brian W. Lebanion, MBA, CPC, RNC, HCS-O, HCS-D, CEO/Consultant, BC Healthcare Consulting, LLC
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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COMMUNITY CARE TRACK
CC3. Relationship Building and Provider Advocacy
Description coming soon.
Speaker: Kristen Robison, RN, Chief Government Affairs Officer, Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate
12:00PM - 1:00PM
MEDICARE TRACK
M4. Coming soon
Description coming soon.​
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Speakers: Coming soon
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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HOSPICE TRACK
H4.Coming soon
Description coming soon.
Speaker: Coming soon
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Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours Administrator/Alternate; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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COMMUNITY CARE TRACK
CC4. Cultural Competency in Community Care
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Description coming soon
Speaker: Coming soon
Continuing Education: 1.0 clock hours for Administrators/Alternates; 1.0 contact hours Continuing Nursing Education
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