A Special Holiday Greeting from all of us at Kentucky REC
SEASONS GREETINGS
Watch Now! TEAM Model APM – for Acute Care Hospitals
TEAM Model APM – Transforming Episode Accountability Model for Acute Care Hospitals
Available Now: Friday Nov 15, 2024
On November 15th, your trusted REC experts released a webinar focusing on CMS’s recently announced new MANDATORY payment arrangement: Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM). This model is set to launch January 1st, 2026 for selected acute care hospitals in 188 core-based statistical areas (CBSAs).
Many Kentucky hospitals will be required to participate in this first phase, specifically hospitals located in:
Bowling Green
Corbin
Glasgow
Lexington-Fayette
Middlesboro
This model is a 5-year project beginning January 1, 2026, and ending December 31, 2030.
You will receive regulatory analysis of this new program and information on: episodes of care; timelines; financial up-side and down-side risk glidepaths; and other need-to-know elements set forth by CMS in this new model.
For further information:
CMS TEAM Model Hospital Registration (Primary Hospital Contact for FY26 Mandatory Participants).
For more information on the upcoming TEAM Model
To receive future CMS announcements, join the CMS Listserv.
REGISTER TODAY to be in-the-know on this very important topic impacting clinicians and Acute Care Hospitals across Kentucky and the nation.
For details and more information on TEAM from CMS, visit HERE.
Contact YOUR experts at Kentucky REC with all your QPP, MIPS/MVP, and APM Track questions. We’re here to help: 859-323-3090.
Watch Now! QPP Year 8 – Year in Review Roundtable
QPP Year 8: Year in Review Roundtable
Available Now: Friday Nov 15, 2024 @ 12PM ET
The 2024 Quality Payment Program performance year is quickly drawing to a close. Our Kentucky REC experts invite you to our pre-recorded webinar exploring the most important takeaways from this year to better prepare you for the upcoming attestation season.
Register and view this on-demand analysis to stay in the know as we explore critical elements of MVPS, APP and Traditional MIPS tracks of the Quality Payment Program.
Register and view this on-demand analysis to stay in the know about the QPP 2024 Program Year and how to be successful wrapping up Year 8 of the program.
Contact YOUR experts at Kentucky REC with all your QPP, MIPS/MVP, and APM Track questions. We’re here to help: 859-323-3090.
Kentucky REC Premier Partner Award – KHIE
Kentucky REC is proud to work with so many organizations committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our fellow Kentuckians. Presentations were made at our Annual Conference on Oct 24th in Lexington.
Premier Partner Award – KHIE
The Kentucky Health Information Exchange (KHIE), under the leadership of Andrew Bledsoe, Deputy Executive Director of the Office of Inspector General and KHIE, has been a driving force in transforming healthcare connectivity across the state.
For over fourteen years, the partnership between KHIE and the Kentucky Regional Extension Center (KYREC) has been essential in fostering a truly connected healthcare environment in Kentucky.
Through their tireless efforts, KHIE has helped healthcare providers adopt EHRs, promote interoperability, and build a foundation for better patient care and more effective public health reporting.
This award recognizes KHIE’s longstanding commitment to advancing health initiatives and improving community well-being.
Thanks to Andrew’s leadership, KHIE has led the charge, ensuring seamless data sharing, improving care coordination, and driving innovations in health information technology. KHIE’s unwavering dedication to collaboration has not only elevated patient outcomes but also set the benchmark for interoperability and technological excellence in healthcare.
KHIE’s work over the years has redefined what’s possible when health organizations unite their strengths. By bridging technological gaps and creating innovative solutions, KHIE has become a model for success in interoperability, making a lasting impact on public health in Kentucky.
The Premier Partner Award is a testament to the visionary leadership and continued commitment to enhancing healthcare for all Kentuckians. Congratulations, KHIE!
Kentucky REC Client Excellence Awards – Kentucky Health Center Network
Kentucky REC is proud to work with so many organizations committed to improving the health of our fellow Kentuckians. Presentations were made at our Annual Conference on Oct 24th in Lexington.
HIPAA Excellence Award
Kentucky Health Center Network (KHCN) supports 27 organizations comprising over 600 clinic sites, playing a pivotal role in advancing healthcare security across Kentucky. Under the leadership of CEO Jennifer NeSmith, KHCN has set the gold standard for HIPAA compliance and data security in community health centers.
The continued funding provides technical assistance and support to help safeguard electronic protected health information and keeping the supported organizations up to date and compliant with HIPAA regulations. This unwavering commitment to HIPAA security not only strengthens patient trust but also elevates the entire healthcare system in Kentucky.
Jennifer NeSmith’s leadership has been instrumental in the powerful partnership between the Kentucky Health Center Network and the Kentucky Regional Extension Center. Together, we have driven significant advancements in health IT adoption, security, and interoperability, ensuring that health centers can focus on delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.
Thanks to Jennifer’s vision and KHCN’s support, community health centers are better positioned to protect sensitive health information, while streamlining care for Kentucky’s most vulnerable populations. Her efforts have undeniably helped create a safer, more efficient healthcare system, making KHCN a worthy recipient of the HIPAA Excellence Award from Kentucky REC.
Congratulations to Kentucky Health Center Network for their HIPAA Excellence Award!
Kentucky REC Client Excellence Awards – Commonwealth Sleep and Rehab
Kentucky REC is proud to work with so many organizations committed to improving the health of our fellow Kentuckians. Awardees were chosen by the advisor team and presentations were made at our Annual Conference on Oct 24th in Lexington.
Commonwealth Sleep and Rehab is a small practice in Lexington that overcame many challenges and obstacles this past year. Their practice and EHR were greatly impacted by a cybersecurity event that caused challenges for practices across the nation. Through their dedication to their MIPS processes and quality workflows, they were able to keep momentum not just for the program, but for the wellbeing of their patients.
Their practice administrator was able to work closely with clinical staff and their coding and billing team to ensure that quality workflows were still being completed for patients and that documentation for MIPS reporting was maintained, no matter how many changes they needed to make. Their quick action and teamwork allowed them to maneuver effectively through these changes, reducing the impact to their patients and performance.
Congratulations to Commonwealth Sleep and Rehab for their Quality & Value Excellence Award!
