KENTUCKY REGIONAL EXTENSION CENTER

Week of Webinars

The Kentucky Regional Extension Center and our partners at KHIE are excited to announce a new webinar series August 10 – 14, 2020

The WoW is a full week of FREE virtual learning and interactive sessions that welcomes clinicians, administrators, clinic staff and all healthcare professionals to remotely connect and discuss multiple programs and healthcare subjects with our Kentucky REC and KHIE experts.

Participants can attend them all or choose individual sessions on a variety of useful topics to help you address the challenges of today’s healthcare landscape.

All Sessions in Eastern Time (ET)

Monday August 10

11:00 – 11:30: Getting Logged On

This session is for anyone who would like to get comfortable logging onto and navigating our virtual meetings. The KYREC team will be there to explain the platform and troubleshoot any issues you might have.

12:00 – 12:15: Welcome to the WoW Series

Our KYREC Team will say hello and share the format and sessions for the week, and why we think these are some of the most relevant topics for healthcare providers throughout Kentucky.

12:15 – 1:00: Telehealth: A Fad or the Future?

COVID-19 has drastically changed our everyday lives in so many ways. In this session, Kentucky REC experts explain:

  • how the pandemic has impacted telehealth
  • considerations for telehealth after the Public Health Emergency
  • our thoughts on the future of telehealth
1:00 – 2:00: HIPAA - How Well Do You Know Your Business Associates

Business Associates are a vital part of any healthcare organization. In this segment, we will review and discuss your obligations as a covered entity that are required by the HIPAA Security Rule with regard to your business associates.

Tuesday August 11

12:00 – 12:15: Welcome to the WoW Day 2

Our KYREC Team will say hello and share the format and sessions for the remainder of the week, and why we think these are some of the most relevant topics for healthcare providers throughout Kentucky.

12:15 – 1:00: Medicare Promoting Interoperability for Hospitals

Kentucky REC expert advisors will review the Stage 3 Medicare Promoting Interoperability (Meaningful Use) requirements for Eligible Hospitals and Critical Access Hospitals in Program Year 2020. The Kentucky REC has been providing advice and guidance for over 10 years, helping hospitals small and large, across the Commonwealth. We look forwarding to sharing how our team of experts can help your organization achieve its goals, comply with regulations, and avoid penalties.

1:00 – 1:30: ATTENTION!!! Patient-Centered Medical Home & Specialty Practice Boot-Camp Basics & Benefits

Kentucky REC PCMH and PCSP experts will share with you an overview of the latest program basics and benefits of recognition. You will learn how to achieve NCQA recognition and prepare for solidifying your organization for value-based models of care, along with other clinical, financial and organizational benefits. Our PCMH/PCSP Certified Content Experts have guided many practices large and small to recognition. Come learn about our proven track record for assisting organizations in attaining this nationally recognized achievement.

1:30 – 2:00: Stress-Free Quality Improvement Implementation

Kentucky REC Quality Improvement experts will provide you with a stress-free, practical approach to incorporating Quality Improvement into your daily workflow. Find out simple and easy approaches to build into everyday situations that can lead to a variety of benefits to improve health outcomes, increase efficiency and improve the value of care for your patients and your budget. Our advisors will walk you through a step-by-step approach to make this crucial aspect of healthcare into something any practice staff, large or small, can implement easily.

Wednesday August 12

8:30 – 9:30: Coffee with the KYREC Advisors

Our team of experts will be logging on bright and early to chat with you about the WoW, answer your questions, or just to talk. We hope you will grab a cup of coffee and join us.

12:00 – 1:00: HIPAA - How Well Do You Know Your Business Associates?

Business Associates are a vital part of any healthcare organization. In this segment, we will review and discuss your obligations as a covered entity with regard to your business associates that are required by the HIPAA Security Rule.

1:00 – 1:15: WoW Midweek Check In

Our KYREC Team will say hello and share the mission of Kentucky REC to be your trusted strategic partner in technology innovation, performance improvement, and healthcare transformation throughout the commonwealth.

1:15 – 2:15: Quality Payment Program: Exploring the Evolution of Defining Value

Kentucky REC experts will review the history of the Quality Payment Program and how the performance categories have and continue to evolve to meet the ever- changing healthcare landscape. In addition to exploring the foundations of each category our experts will highlight the requirements for the 2020 program year and what we can expect as we to continue to build in future years.

Thursday August 13

12:00 – 12:30: Quality Payment Program: Exploring the Evolution of Defining Value

Kentucky REC experts will review the history of the Quality Payment Program and how the performance categories have and continue to evolve to meet the ever- changing healthcare landscape. In addition to exploring the foundations of each category our experts will highlight the requirements for the 2020 program year and what we can expect as we to continue to build in future years.

12:30 – 1:00: KHIE: Assistance in Meeting MIPS and PI measures

Brandi Genoe, KHIE Meaningful Use Coordinator will walk through how KHIE can assist providers on meeting measures for both MIPS and Promoting Interoperability via KHIE’s Public Health, Platinum, and/or Direct services.

Presenter:  Brandi Genoe, KHIE Meaningful Use and Direct Coordinator

1:00 – 1:30: Medicaid Promoting Interoperability for EPs: Succeeding with Stage 3 and Looking Ahead to PY 2021

Kentucky REC experts will share with you an overview of the timeline for Program Year 2020 and 2021. We will also discuss:

  • Overview of Stage 3 Objectives
  • Tips for increasing patient portal engagement and using direct messaging for Health Information Exchange (HIE)
  • Next Steps
  • Questions & Answers
1:30 – 2:00: KHIE: Assistance in Meeting MIPS and PI measures

Brandi Genoe, KHIE Meaningful Use Coordinator will walk through how KHIE can assist providers on meeting measures for both MIPS and Promoting Interoperability via KHIE’s Public Health, Platinum, and/or Direct services.

Presenter:  Brandi Genoe, KHIE Meaningful Use and Direct Coordinator

Friday August 14

8:30 – 9:30: Breakfast with KHIE

The KY Health Information Exchange (KHIE), a bi-directional HIE, allows healthcare providers the ability to send/receive patient health information, closing care gaps and improving transitions of care to promote better health for all Kentuckians. Under the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), KHIE provides numerous services for healthcare professionals, free-of-charge. Join us to talk about how we can help you in your practice. 

KHIE Attendees:  

Andrew Bledsoe, KHIE Deputy Executive Director

Brandi Genoe, KHIE Meaningful Use and Direct Coordinator

Kelly Williams, KHIE Outreach Coordinator, Region 1

Teresa Poff, KHIE Outreach Coordinator, Region 2

Ann O’Hara, KHIE Outreach Coordinator, Region 3

Tiffany Pierson, KHIE Outreach Coordinator, Region 4

12:00 – 1:00: KHIE New Services 101 & ePartnerViewer Provider Portal Demo

Join KHIE for a discussion about their new services which include: KASPER integration; Event Notifications; an ePartnerViewer Provider Portal; Bi-Directional Immunization Query; Patient Alert Query for COVID-19; Platinum Connectivity, and more. A demonstration showing the versatility and user-friendliness of the KHIE Provider Portal will immediately follow.
Presenter: Andrew Bledsoe, KHIE Deputy Executive Director

1:00 – 1:45: KYREC Grant Opportunities & Practice Successes

Join us to learn about how our current grant opportunities have helped our clients achieve success and how they could help your practice be more successful. You will be hearing from our clients and advisors as they talk about setting goals, overcoming obstacles, and achieving success as they navigate the ever changing landscape of today’s health care. You are not alone and we are here to help.

1:45 – 2:00: WoW Wrap Up

Information coming soon.

2:00 – 2:30: Learn How KYREC Can Help You!

How can we help you and your practice? Do you want to know more about the services discussed in one of our sessions or how we can help your practice? Join us after the WoW to speak with our business development team and learn how we can help.

Meeting links will be sent to attendees the week before the event.

Questions? Call us at 859-323-3090 or email Kentucky REC.