Chapter 3: Illustrative Goals and Global Impact2015on
The High Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda today released “A New Global Partnership: Eradicate Poverty and Transform Economies through Sustainable Development,” a report which sets out a universal agenda to eradicate extreme poverty from the face of the earth by 2030, and deliver on the promise of sustainable development. The report calls upon the world to rally around a new Global Partnership that offers hope and a role to every person in the world.
The High Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda today released “A New Global Partnership: Eradicate Poverty and Transform Economies through Sustainable Development,” a report which sets out a universal agenda to eradicate extreme poverty from the face of the earth by 2030, and deliver on the promise of sustainable development. The report calls upon the world to rally around a new Global Partnership that offers hope and a role to every person in the world.
The High Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda today released “A New Global Partnership: Eradicate Poverty and Transform Economies through Sustainable Development,” a report which sets out a universal agenda to eradicate extreme poverty from the face of the earth by 2030, and deliver on the promise of sustainable development. The report calls upon the world to rally around a new Global Partnership that offers hope and a role to every person in the world.
Este es un trabajo hecho por una de nuestras alumnas de 2do año adolescentes.
Los alumnos trabajaron con un video juego a su elección para practicar superlativos, comparativos y adverbios. Author: Delfina De Nicolo Teacher: Laura Manzanedo
Chapter 3: Illustrative Goals and Global Impact2015on
The High Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda today released “A New Global Partnership: Eradicate Poverty and Transform Economies through Sustainable Development,” a report which sets out a universal agenda to eradicate extreme poverty from the face of the earth by 2030, and deliver on the promise of sustainable development. The report calls upon the world to rally around a new Global Partnership that offers hope and a role to every person in the world.
The High Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda today released “A New Global Partnership: Eradicate Poverty and Transform Economies through Sustainable Development,” a report which sets out a universal agenda to eradicate extreme poverty from the face of the earth by 2030, and deliver on the promise of sustainable development. The report calls upon the world to rally around a new Global Partnership that offers hope and a role to every person in the world.
The High Level Panel on the Post-2015 Development Agenda today released “A New Global Partnership: Eradicate Poverty and Transform Economies through Sustainable Development,” a report which sets out a universal agenda to eradicate extreme poverty from the face of the earth by 2030, and deliver on the promise of sustainable development. The report calls upon the world to rally around a new Global Partnership that offers hope and a role to every person in the world.
Este es un trabajo hecho por una de nuestras alumnas de 2do año adolescentes.
Los alumnos trabajaron con un video juego a su elección para practicar superlativos, comparativos y adverbios. Author: Delfina De Nicolo Teacher: Laura Manzanedo
The 3rd Annual Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Meetings SummitWorldCongress
We are excited to announce the launch of the 3rd Annual Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Meetings Summit ™. The boutique-like Summit gathers senior pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and healthcare meeting executives for empowering ROI-driven conversations about the industry’s biggest opportunities. Those conversations are amplified in a way no other event can be through ongoing networking and shared best practices.
As usual, World Congress commits to a 50/50 or better ratio of Meeting executive and Solution Providers.
This two day seminar takes the participants through HIPAA compliance from start to compliance. The presentations explain the history of HIPAA, why it came to being and its evolution. This covers what HIPAA is, what steps have to be performed to be HIPAA compliant and what HIPAA compliance is.
Medical Coding and Billing Conference CodingCon OrlandoSuperCoder LLC
Join the most interactive specialty specific medical coding and billing conference i.e. codingcon 2015 set to take place on Dec 2-4 in Orlando, FL. Win FREE passes to attend the conference. Earn upto 18 CEUs.
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Innovation Louisiana is an annual conference that helps entrepreneurs and researchers learn how to form, fund, and grow a successful life sciences startup. Expert speakers and industry investors from around the country discuss topics including funding sources, intellectual property protections, partnerships, and more. Learn more at www.neworleansbio.com/innovationla.
Ahead of the marcus evans ACO & Payer Leadership Summit 2024, Ruth Krystopolski discusses the technology needed to empower value-based care in a community.
Healthcare Conference In India - Smart Tech Healthcare 2017samantha2005
Smart Tech Healthcare 2017 - 23rd & 24th November 2017, JW Marriott, Bangalore
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This two day seminar takes the participants through HIPAA compliance from start to compliance. The presentations explain the history of HIPAA, why it came to being and its evolution. This covers what HIPAA is, what steps have to be performed to be HIPAA compliant and what HIPAA compliance is. It also provides definitions to key HIPAA terms, how to define a Business Associate and how to contract with Business Associates.
Areas covered will be history of HIPAA, privacy vs security, business associates, changes for 2016, audit process, paper based PHI, HIPAA and suing, texting, email, encryption, medical messaging, voice data and much, much, more
Contact center professionals face a number of challenges in the ever changing environment including management of intensifying cost pressures, maintenance and improvement of customer service, operation of globalized centers, and compliance with the changing regulatory environment. This summit explores innovative communication channels for customer engagement, technologies for cost effectiveness, and innovative strategies to stay at the front of the curve. Cross-industry perspectives provide a well-rounded and unique perspective on cutting edge technologies and strategies for contact center optimization.
http://www.worldcongress.com/events/PB14018/
OverviewDraft an announcement and agenda for a meeting with stakemelyvalg9
Overview
Draft an announcement and agenda for a meeting with stakeholders to present the key aspects of a plan to adopt the new or upgraded telehealth technology proposed in the previous assessment. Then, develop and record a 10–15-slide audiovisual presentation. Test your recording hardware to ensure that it is working properly and that you are familiar with its use.
Note:
Each assessment in this course builds upon the work you have completed in previous assessments. Therefore, complete the assessments in the order in which they are presented.
As a nurse leader, you must be able to identify the key stakeholders in the adoption of a new or upgraded telehealth technology. In addition, you must be able to communicate the benefits and strategic value of the technology to obtain their support and ensure effective use of the technology. One method of communicating with stakeholders is to introduce them to the technology in a department meeting. In this meeting, it is important to discuss how this technology will enhance care and improve quality and safety outcomes.
This assessment provides an opportunity for you to consider how you would introduce to stakeholders the new or upgraded telehealth technology that was the focus of your previous assessment with the goal of obtaining their buy in and support.
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
Competency 1: Evaluate technologies used to gather patient data; inform diagnoses; and enhance care quality, safety, and outcomes.
Explain how a new or upgraded telehealth technology will support enhanced patient outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
Competency 2: Develop a collaborative technology integration strategy.
Identify the key stakeholders who should attend a technology acquisition meeting.
Identify the steps and timeline needed to deploy a new or upgraded telehealth technology.
Competency 3: Develop a strategy for managing technology use that enhances patient care and organizational effectiveness.
Identify the outcome measures an organization or patient care setting will use to determine the effectiveness of a new or upgraded telehealth technology.
Competency 4: Promote effective technology use policies that protect patient confidentiality and privacy.
Address patient confidentiality and privacy concerns associated with the use of a new or upgraded telehealth technology.
Competency 5: Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, in an appropriate form and style, consistent with applicable organizational, professional, and scholarly standards.
Draft a meeting announcement and agenda.
Develop slides that augment a multimedia presentation.
Argue persuasively to obtain stakeholder agreement with, and support for, a new or upgraded telehealth technology.
Support assertions, arguments, propositions, and conclusions with relevant and credible ...
An interview with Dr LaTonya Washington, the Chairperson at the marcus evans National Healthcare CMO Summit 2023, on how healthcare organizations can improve patient care by achieving health equity and having a truly diverse workforce.
Cambridge Healthtech Institute's fourth annual Clinical Trial Oversight Summit will feature four co-located conferences covering best practices and recent trends relevant to clinical research monitoring, auditing, clinical quality assurance, site management, and vendor oversight. This four-day summit will include presentations from experts, case studies, interactive breakout discussion groups, workshops, and networking opportunities. Themes throughout will include risk-based approaches to clinical trial management, implementing quality systems-based approaches to GCP compliance, ensuring reliable study data, responding to the evolving regulatory landscape, and preparing sites and clinical research partners for inspection-readiness.
Areas covered will be history of HIPAA, privacy vs security, business associates, changes for 2016, audit process, paper based PHI, HIPAA and suing, texting, email, encryption, medical messaging, voice data and much, much, more
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HEALTHCARE.pdfAnujkumaranit
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. It encompasses tasks such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. AI technologies are revolutionizing various fields, from healthcare to finance, by enabling machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence.
The 3rd Annual Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Meetings SummitWorldCongress
We are excited to announce the launch of the 3rd Annual Global Pharmaceutical and Medical Meetings Summit ™. The boutique-like Summit gathers senior pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and healthcare meeting executives for empowering ROI-driven conversations about the industry’s biggest opportunities. Those conversations are amplified in a way no other event can be through ongoing networking and shared best practices.
As usual, World Congress commits to a 50/50 or better ratio of Meeting executive and Solution Providers.
This two day seminar takes the participants through HIPAA compliance from start to compliance. The presentations explain the history of HIPAA, why it came to being and its evolution. This covers what HIPAA is, what steps have to be performed to be HIPAA compliant and what HIPAA compliance is.
Medical Coding and Billing Conference CodingCon OrlandoSuperCoder LLC
Join the most interactive specialty specific medical coding and billing conference i.e. codingcon 2015 set to take place on Dec 2-4 in Orlando, FL. Win FREE passes to attend the conference. Earn upto 18 CEUs.
Want to know more about upcoming codingCon 2015 just follow this link: https://goo.gl/Tsrl6B
Innovation Louisiana is an annual conference that helps entrepreneurs and researchers learn how to form, fund, and grow a successful life sciences startup. Expert speakers and industry investors from around the country discuss topics including funding sources, intellectual property protections, partnerships, and more. Learn more at www.neworleansbio.com/innovationla.
Ahead of the marcus evans ACO & Payer Leadership Summit 2024, Ruth Krystopolski discusses the technology needed to empower value-based care in a community.
Healthcare Conference In India - Smart Tech Healthcare 2017samantha2005
Smart Tech Healthcare 2017 - 23rd & 24th November 2017, JW Marriott, Bangalore
For details visit: www.exploreexhibitions.com/healthcare
Tags:
Healthcare conferences in india, healthcare events in india 2017, upcoming healthcare conferences in India, Health Technology events, Health Information Systems, Population Health events, Patient care events, Digital Health events in India, mHealth conference in India, Telemedicine events, healthcare conferences in india, healthcare events in india 2017, upcoming healthcare conferences in india, medical conferences in bangalore 2017, medical conferences in karnataka 2017, healthcare conferences in karnataka 2017, best healthcare conferences in india 2017, healthcare in india 2017, healthcare sector in india 2017, it healthcare conferences 2017, healthcare conferences 2017 india, it conferences 2017, healthcare technology conferences 2017, health tech conferences 2017, healthcare events, healthcare events in India, HIT conference in India 2017, HIT Conference in Bangalore 2017, medical expo in india, medical events in India, Healthcare summit 2017, information technology summit 2017 in India, Healthcare software conference 2017, healthcare solutions summit, hospital conferences bangalore 2017, medical tourism conference bangalore, health utsav 2017, doctors and IT professionals meet, hospitals and diagnostic centres meet 2017, healthcare and homecare conferences 2017, Healthcare IT EVENTS, Healthcare Technology conference, Healthcare Technology Summit, Smart Tech Healthcare, Healthcare CIO summit, Technology in Healthcare
This two day seminar takes the participants through HIPAA compliance from start to compliance. The presentations explain the history of HIPAA, why it came to being and its evolution. This covers what HIPAA is, what steps have to be performed to be HIPAA compliant and what HIPAA compliance is. It also provides definitions to key HIPAA terms, how to define a Business Associate and how to contract with Business Associates.
Areas covered will be history of HIPAA, privacy vs security, business associates, changes for 2016, audit process, paper based PHI, HIPAA and suing, texting, email, encryption, medical messaging, voice data and much, much, more
Contact center professionals face a number of challenges in the ever changing environment including management of intensifying cost pressures, maintenance and improvement of customer service, operation of globalized centers, and compliance with the changing regulatory environment. This summit explores innovative communication channels for customer engagement, technologies for cost effectiveness, and innovative strategies to stay at the front of the curve. Cross-industry perspectives provide a well-rounded and unique perspective on cutting edge technologies and strategies for contact center optimization.
http://www.worldcongress.com/events/PB14018/
OverviewDraft an announcement and agenda for a meeting with stakemelyvalg9
Overview
Draft an announcement and agenda for a meeting with stakeholders to present the key aspects of a plan to adopt the new or upgraded telehealth technology proposed in the previous assessment. Then, develop and record a 10–15-slide audiovisual presentation. Test your recording hardware to ensure that it is working properly and that you are familiar with its use.
Note:
Each assessment in this course builds upon the work you have completed in previous assessments. Therefore, complete the assessments in the order in which they are presented.
As a nurse leader, you must be able to identify the key stakeholders in the adoption of a new or upgraded telehealth technology. In addition, you must be able to communicate the benefits and strategic value of the technology to obtain their support and ensure effective use of the technology. One method of communicating with stakeholders is to introduce them to the technology in a department meeting. In this meeting, it is important to discuss how this technology will enhance care and improve quality and safety outcomes.
This assessment provides an opportunity for you to consider how you would introduce to stakeholders the new or upgraded telehealth technology that was the focus of your previous assessment with the goal of obtaining their buy in and support.
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
Competency 1: Evaluate technologies used to gather patient data; inform diagnoses; and enhance care quality, safety, and outcomes.
Explain how a new or upgraded telehealth technology will support enhanced patient outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
Competency 2: Develop a collaborative technology integration strategy.
Identify the key stakeholders who should attend a technology acquisition meeting.
Identify the steps and timeline needed to deploy a new or upgraded telehealth technology.
Competency 3: Develop a strategy for managing technology use that enhances patient care and organizational effectiveness.
Identify the outcome measures an organization or patient care setting will use to determine the effectiveness of a new or upgraded telehealth technology.
Competency 4: Promote effective technology use policies that protect patient confidentiality and privacy.
Address patient confidentiality and privacy concerns associated with the use of a new or upgraded telehealth technology.
Competency 5: Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, in an appropriate form and style, consistent with applicable organizational, professional, and scholarly standards.
Draft a meeting announcement and agenda.
Develop slides that augment a multimedia presentation.
Argue persuasively to obtain stakeholder agreement with, and support for, a new or upgraded telehealth technology.
Support assertions, arguments, propositions, and conclusions with relevant and credible ...
An interview with Dr LaTonya Washington, the Chairperson at the marcus evans National Healthcare CMO Summit 2023, on how healthcare organizations can improve patient care by achieving health equity and having a truly diverse workforce.
Cambridge Healthtech Institute's fourth annual Clinical Trial Oversight Summit will feature four co-located conferences covering best practices and recent trends relevant to clinical research monitoring, auditing, clinical quality assurance, site management, and vendor oversight. This four-day summit will include presentations from experts, case studies, interactive breakout discussion groups, workshops, and networking opportunities. Themes throughout will include risk-based approaches to clinical trial management, implementing quality systems-based approaches to GCP compliance, ensuring reliable study data, responding to the evolving regulatory landscape, and preparing sites and clinical research partners for inspection-readiness.
Areas covered will be history of HIPAA, privacy vs security, business associates, changes for 2016, audit process, paper based PHI, HIPAA and suing, texting, email, encryption, medical messaging, voice data and much, much, more
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HEALTHCARE.pdfAnujkumaranit
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. It encompasses tasks such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. AI technologies are revolutionizing various fields, from healthcare to finance, by enabling machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence.
New Directions in Targeted Therapeutic Approaches for Older Adults With Mantl...i3 Health
i3 Health is pleased to make the speaker slides from this activity available for use as a non-accredited self-study or teaching resource.
This slide deck presented by Dr. Kami Maddocks, Professor-Clinical in the Division of Hematology and
Associate Division Director for Ambulatory Operations
The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, will provide insight into new directions in targeted therapeutic approaches for older adults with mantle cell lymphoma.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare, aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) accounting for 5% to 7% of all lymphomas. Its prognosis ranges from indolent disease that does not require treatment for years to very aggressive disease, which is associated with poor survival (Silkenstedt et al, 2021). Typically, MCL is diagnosed at advanced stage and in older patients who cannot tolerate intensive therapy (NCCN, 2022). Although recent advances have slightly increased remission rates, recurrence and relapse remain very common, leading to a median overall survival between 3 and 6 years (LLS, 2021). Though there are several effective options, progress is still needed towards establishing an accepted frontline approach for MCL (Castellino et al, 2022). Treatment selection and management of MCL are complicated by the heterogeneity of prognosis, advanced age and comorbidities of patients, and lack of an established standard approach for treatment, making it vital that clinicians be familiar with the latest research and advances in this area. In this activity chaired by Michael Wang, MD, Professor in the Department of Lymphoma & Myeloma at MD Anderson Cancer Center, expert faculty will discuss prognostic factors informing treatment, the promising results of recent trials in new therapeutic approaches, and the implications of treatment resistance in therapeutic selection for MCL.
Target Audience
Hematology/oncology fellows, attending faculty, and other health care professionals involved in the treatment of patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL).
Learning Objectives
1.) Identify clinical and biological prognostic factors that can guide treatment decision making for older adults with MCL
2.) Evaluate emerging data on targeted therapeutic approaches for treatment-naive and relapsed/refractory MCL and their applicability to older adults
3.) Assess mechanisms of resistance to targeted therapies for MCL and their implications for treatment selection
- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/lK81BzxMqdo
- Video recording of this lecture in Arabic language: https://youtu.be/Ve4P0COk9OI
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The prostate is an exocrine gland of the male mammalian reproductive system
It is a walnut-sized gland that forms part of the male reproductive system and is located in front of the rectum and just below the urinary bladder
Function is to store and secrete a clear, slightly alkaline fluid that constitutes 10-30% of the volume of the seminal fluid that along with the spermatozoa, constitutes semen
A healthy human prostate measures (4cm-vertical, by 3cm-horizontal, 2cm ant-post ).
It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder. It has anterior, median, posterior and two lateral lobes
It’s work is regulated by androgens which are responsible for male sex characteristics
Generalised disease of the prostate due to hormonal derangement which leads to non malignant enlargement of the gland (increase in the number of epithelial cells and stromal tissue)to cause compression of the urethra leading to symptoms (LUTS
Acute scrotum is a general term referring to an emergency condition affecting the contents or the wall of the scrotum.
There are a number of conditions that present acutely, predominantly with pain and/or swelling
A careful and detailed history and examination, and in some cases, investigations allow differentiation between these diagnoses. A prompt diagnosis is essential as the patient may require urgent surgical intervention
Testicular torsion refers to twisting of the spermatic cord, causing ischaemia of the testicle.
Testicular torsion results from inadequate fixation of the testis to the tunica vaginalis producing ischemia from reduced arterial inflow and venous outflow obstruction.
The prevalence of testicular torsion in adult patients hospitalized with acute scrotal pain is approximately 25 to 50 percent
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
Lung Cancer: Artificial Intelligence, Synergetics, Complex System Analysis, S...Oleg Kshivets
RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
New Drug Discovery and Development .....NEHA GUPTA
The "New Drug Discovery and Development" process involves the identification, design, testing, and manufacturing of novel pharmaceutical compounds with the aim of introducing new and improved treatments for various medical conditions. This comprehensive endeavor encompasses various stages, including target identification, preclinical studies, clinical trials, regulatory approval, and post-market surveillance. It involves multidisciplinary collaboration among scientists, researchers, clinicians, regulatory experts, and pharmaceutical companies to bring innovative therapies to market and address unmet medical needs.
Tom Selleck Health: A Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Actor’s Wellness Journeygreendigital
Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
2. Join us in Nashville! Agenda-At-A-Glance
HealthTech Management Services will host its
annual fall conference, now known as Rural
Healthcare Summit, September 8-10 in Nashville, Tennessee!
Why Attend
This year’s theme,“Preparing for Tomorrow Today,”
underscores this year’s conference mission — to provide
strategies and resources to help you achieve better results as
a leader in your community hospital.
HealthTech’s Summit also provides a chance to connect
with other healthcare professionals from across the nation.
During the conference, there will be many opportunities to
discuss new ideas, learn about new resources & solutions
plus share best practices with your peers.
Who Attends
Chief Financial Officers, Business Office Directors, Patient
Financial Services Professionals, Health Information
Managers, Chief Nursing Executives, Clinical and Quality
Leaders, Human Resources Professionals, Risk Management
Leaders
Don’t miss this great educational opportunity to help move
you and your hospital toward a healthy future!
CONFERENCE LEARNING OBJECTIVES
• Develop an understanding of how collaborative care
can improve quality outcomes and create a patient-first
environment
• Identify resources and methods for achieving financial and
operational improvement.
• Learn key strategies to improve documentation processes
for ICD-9 and ICD-10 for greater reimbursement success
• Expand leadership skills to promote innovations and cultural
changes within the organization
Sunday, September 8
1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Registration
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Opening Reception & Gift Exchange
Open Dinner on your own
Monday, September 9
7:00 a.m. Registration
7:15 - 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 - 8:15 a.m. Welcome & Introductions
8:15 - 9:30 a.m. General Session
9:30 - 9:45 a.m. Break
9:45 - 12:00 p.m. Professional Forums (Session One):
• CFO/Finance Forum
• Human Resources Forum
• Nurse Executives/Quality/CRM Forum
• Revenue Cycle Forum (Business Office/
HIM)
12:00 -1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Professional Forums (Session Two)
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Vendor Fair
6:30 - 9:00 p.m. Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe
Tuesday, September 10
7:30 - 8:15 a.m. Breakfast
8:15 - 9:30 a.m. General Session
9:30 - 9:45 a.m. Break
9:45 -11:00 a.m. Breakout Sessions I (see page 4 for
details)
11:00 - 11:15 a.m. Break
11:15 -12:30 p.m. Breakout Sessions II (see page 5 for
details)
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Lunch
1:30 - 2:45 p.m. Breakout Sessions III (see pages 5-6 for
details)
2:45 - 3:15 p.m. Break/Door Prize drawing (must be pres-
ent to win)
3:15 - 4:30 p.m. General Session
4:30 p.m. Conference Adjourns
Wednesday, September 11 (optional)
7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 - 9:30 a.m. HTSG User Group Sessions
9:30 - 9:45 a.m. Break
9:45 - 11:30 a.m. HTSG User Group Sessions
11:30 a.m. Adjourn
Please note that speakers and topics were confirmed at the time of publishing; however,
circumstances beyond the control of organizers may necessitate substitutions,
alterations or cancellations of the speaker and/or topic.1
Invitation to Attend
Gold Level Sponsors
3. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8
1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Registration
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Opening Reception & Gift
Exchange
During the reception, attendees are
welcome to join HealthTech’s traditional gift exchange. Bring a
gift that represents your city and exchange it with a gift from
another attendee. Be sure to place your name, city and state on
the gift. (Gifts should be between $10-$20).
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
8:00 - 8:15 a.m.
Welcome & Introductions
8:15 - 9:45 a.m.
Financial Sustainability in the New Healthcare
Environment-Strategies for Rural Hospital Success
Eric K. Shell, Principal, Stroudwater & Associates
Changes in the health care industry over the last 18-24
months
have created new financial uncertainty for small and rural hos-
pitals. Changes in payment systems, increased emphasis on
quality as a market differentiator, and reductions in reimburse-
ment have
created a new market for healthcare providers. Learn specific
strategies for rural hospitals to implement to best position
themselves for the new market challenges.
Participants will be able to:
1. Understand major provisions of the ACA and changing
regulations and their potential impact on CAHs
2. Determine current market drivers and their potential future
effect on the rural healthcare market
3. Develop strategies to address market forces and better
position rural hospitals to be successful in the future
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Conference Agenda
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Professional Forums (Session 1) — details on next page
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Professional Forums (Session 2) — details on next page
3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Vendor Fair — details below
7-9:00 p.m.
Conference Dinner
Join us for a relaxing evening as HealthTech hosts its annual
conference dinner with good old Southern hospitality. This
conference favorite gives you another opportunity to rekindle
old friendships and expand your network of peers.
Vendor Fair
Following the professional
forums, HealthTech will host the
annual Vendor Fair. Vendors will
be showcasing their products
and services specifically geared
towards helping community
hospitals improve productivity,
efficiency and safety.
The Vendor Fair is also a great opportunity for you to
network with your peers and vendor representatives.
Visit these companies that support the Summit for a
chance to win door prizes. (Winners will be announced
Tuesday afternoon.)
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Continuing Education Credit Hours provide a standard measure of formal recognition of participation in an organized,
professional learning experience. Most states accept approved contact hours for reciprocity and participants simply submit
documentation of attendance and contact hours approval. Many professional organizations such as AHIMA, HFMA, SHRM and
ACHE award continuing education credit with documentation of attendance. The program is also pre-approved by the California
Board of Registered Nursing (Provider No. 08769) for up to 11.50 contact hours depending on the sessions attended. HealthTech
maintains pre-approval status with this board. You must sign in and out at each session to receive credit hours.
4. Chief Nursing Executive/Quality
Forum
Facilitators: Carolyn St. Charles & Diane
Bradley, Regional Chief Clinical Officers,
HealthTech
Join your colleagues for meaningful
presentations that address contemporary
topics that are used to improve
efficiencies and performance.
Frank Capone, a national speaker and
CPA, will present“Financial Management
for Nursing Professionals”to provide
attendees with practical approaches to
financial management terms and prac-
tices that are applied in the planning
and managing of budgets. Additional
presentations include ways and means
for“Meeting the IOM Requirements for
2020”, and“Achieving Regulatory Compli-
ance Collaboratively”through a dialogue
with representatives from a CMS deeming
authority.
The importance of shifting the quality
paradigm to assure patient safety along
with managing populations through the
use of analytics technology will be pre-
sented by Dr. Elizabeth Ritt.
Finally, there will be a round table dis-
cussion by colleagues of best practices
and lessons-learned from changing roles.
Participants will be able to:
• Understand and apply the basic
terms and practices for planning and
managing budgets
• Determine how to use analytics
effectively in managing population to
improve patient health
• Discuss how analytics can improve
outcomes through use of evidence-
based practice
• Identify the importance of
innovations in achieving patient and
community satisfaction
Human Resources Forum
Facilitator: Cindy Tucker, HR Manager; Lon
R. Williams, Jr., J.D, Partner, Bracewell &
Giuliani LLP; Eric Littler, Littler Mendelson,
P.C.; Anne Martin, Bone McAllester Norton
PLLC
Lon Williams, Jr., will offer a compre-
hensive up-to-the-minute description
of recently enacted federal HR-related
legislation, regulatory activity and HR-
related administrative action along with
the NLRB’s most recent activity.
In the afternoon, Eric Littler, examines
some basics of Social Media affecting the
Industry; the various laws implicated; po-
tential pitfalls to institutions and execu-
tives; and provides recommendations to
go beyond a“one-size-fits-all”approach
to develop policies and procedures that
will protect your institution. Bring your
questions to discuss your particular chal-
lenges.
In over 20 years of practice, Anne
Martin, has represented many former
and current disgruntled employees
who came to her because they felt their
(former) employer was not treating them
properly. Ms. Martin will present practical
advice about not only how to technically
ensure you are in compliance with legal
requirements, but to ensure that you are
communicating most effectively and ap-
propriately with employees.
Participants will be able to:
• More effectively communicate
decision making to
employees
• Identify areas in which your use of
Social Media could pose risks to your
institution
• Enable HR professionals to make
informed decisions in the various HR
related activities in their workplaces
Revenue Cycle Forum
Facilitator: Joy Smith, Sr. Consultant,
Patient Financial Services, HealthTech;
Paula Digby, CEO, AQ Consulting; Neil
Koonce, President, Healthcare Receivables
Group
The morning session will be combined
with the CFO Forum for a presentation by
Paula Digby,“Investigating Incident to…”.
Listen and participate in this interactive
session analyzing CMS reporting
guidelines and investigating appropriate
reporting and billing for incident to
services.
Neil Koonce’s presentation,“Structuring
a Relationship That Can Successfully
Impact Your Revenue Cycle”, will give
an overview of structuring successful
relationships that can increase cash
and improve patient satisfaction for our
facility. Key areas of emphasis include:
what to expect from potential business
partners, how to structure a request for
proposal, requirements for technology,
changing patient demographics, and
how to set and monitor performance
expectations.
Participants will be able to:
• Comprehend the impact of the
ICD-10 change from a statistical
perspective, when to begin using &
steps to get there
• Recognize the financial impact of
poor planning in the conversion from
ICD-9 to ICD-10
• Understand what is needed for an
allowable Medicare Bad Debt
• Identify the major changes to the
Medicare Program for Federal Fiscal
Year 2013
CFO Forum
Facilitators: John Freeman & Kevin Stringer,
Assistant Vice Presidents, HealthTech; Paula
Digby, CEO, AQ Consulting
This session will provide hospital
CFOs the opportunity to obtain
the latest information on relevant
financial topics for improving financial
performance. The morning session will
be combined with the Revenue Cycle
Forum for a presentation by Paula Digby,
“Investigating Incident to…”. Listen and
participate in this interactive session
analyzing CMS reporting guidelines and
investigating appropriate reporting and
billing for incident to services. Discussion
topics will include who can provide
and what services are covered, allowed
settings for service delivery, specific
Medicare payment issues and use of
locums and case examples.
The afteroon CFO Forum will include a
presentation of a recommended process
for communicating Cost Reports meaning
& financial impact to the Board; HTMS’
new productivity reporting software &
implementation and Group Purchasing
opportunities. The session will close with
an opportunity for sharing best practices
and discussion.
Participants will be able to:
1. Identify a process for communicating
the meaning & impact of Cost
Reports with the hospital board
2. Understand HTMS’new
productivity reporting software and
implementation plan
3. Gain new information for Group
Purchasing opportunities
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Professional Forums
5. Conference Agenda
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8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Every 1/2 Second Counts
Ridley Barron, Ridley Barron Ministries
Ridley Barron’s presentation is a significant one for every
healthcare worker. From the new CNA to the seasoned CEO
his powerful message leaves a lasting impression. Carrying the
power of personal experience, Ridley approaches the subject
of Patient Safety as few can. The tragic events surrounding his
son and his family provide the backdrop for what is a powerful
message on quality of care, excellence in health care, full
disclosure and the second victim.
Participants will be able to:
1. Present outcome diagnosis in an appropriate level of
severity and transparency
2. Communicate in language understandable to all clients and
their families
3. Show an increased awareness of individual patient concerns.
4. Create both family-centered and staff-centered care that
takes place in a threat free environment (greater awareness
of safety issues)
9:45-11:00 a.m.
Breakout Sessions I
Innovative Nursing Practices, Margaret Sorensen, CNO
Adirondack Health; Clint Miller, CNO Spooner Health System;
Carole Kennedy, CCO Barrett Hospital; Marilyn Ray, CCO Upson
Regional Medical Center; and Michael Frtiz, CNO, TriValley Health
System
Join your peers for a round table discussion that will focus
on: Palliative care, improving employee satisfaction, and
understanding the role leaders play in engaging staff in
problem-solving. Following the round table, there will be a
presentation by two recently appointed CNOs, one from a
critical access hospital and the other from a PPS hospital, who
will offer their insight on their transition to a role they had not
previously experienced and how best to navigate such a role
change.
Participants will be able to:
1. Identify the components of a comprehensive palliative care
program and aspects of implementation
2. Discuss the importance of improving employee satisfaction
as a means of improving retention and improving patient
satisfaction
3. Determine the role leaders have in engaging staff in
problem-solving processes
4. Understand the challenging aspects and common sense
approach when transitioning into the role of CNO
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 CAH Survival Strategies, Jason Barb, Partner, FHFMA, CPA ,
and Anthony Kruse, Partner, CPA, BKD, LLC
Health care reform will add even more financial pressure
on already financially burdened critical access hospitals.
This session will include detailed discussion on identifying
opportunities and implementing strategies for critical
access hospitals to consider in order to improve financial
performance and stability.
Participants will be able to:
1. Identify opportunities and strategies that will result in
increased financial stability
2. Evaluate the Medicare profitablity of exisitng service
lines
3. Develop financial and revenue cylce performance
measures
Using Reporting Tools to Track and Reduce Bad Debt
Carolyn Swanson, Corporate Director, Client Services , Medical
Data Systems, Inc. (MDS)
During this session you will learn how to manage bad debt
by creating reporting tools that can help track and identify
areas for improvement and pathways to better outcomes. You
will come away with an understanding of the importance of
best practices and the impact they can have on your bad debt
results. There will also be an opportunity to review and discuss
various ways of reserving for bad debt and how to manage
that movement.
Participants will be able to:
1. Create effective key performance indicator (KPI) tools for
better outcomes
2. Create reports that will help find bad debt bleed within the
departments
3. Learn and understand how best practices impact your
outcomes and how bad debt can be managed
Healthcare Reform: Gearing Up for 2014, Tess Dooley,
ERISA Counsel, Licensed Attorney, USI Southwest
The purpose of this session is to discuss Health Care Reform,
and provide insight into identifying penalty exposure and
assist employers in understanding the potential financial
impact. The presentation will have a specific focus on the
issues that are on the horizon, including:
• Employer Mandate Penalties
• Taxes and Fees
• Understanding who is a Large Employer and the implications
for commonly owned employers
• Clarification around who is a Full-Time Employee
• Transitional relief for non-calendar year plans
Participants will be able to:
1. Clarify specific components of Health Care Reform.
2. Understand the design and cost impacts for employer-
sponsored plans.
3. Identify ideas for an action plan to minimize the cost
impact of Health Care Reform
6. 11:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Breakout Session II
Practical Approaches to Linking Quality & Safety to
Outcomes, Reducing Risk and Improved Efficiencies,
Diane Bradley, Regional Chief Clinical Officer, HealthTech
As organizations prepare for the full implantation of the PPACA
in January 2014, shifting traditional approaches under the
guise of quality and patient safety are tantamount to meeting
competition head-on. No matter whether an organization
is small or large, the paradigm has changed from a treating-
disease model to a patient centered, patient involved-in-care
model which requires everyone involved to assure optimal
quality care is delivered safely. Learn how through a discussion
of pragmatic ideas that may challenge customary ways
of managing care, reducing risk and ultimately improving
outcomes.
Participants will be able to:
1. Develop an understanding of how collaborative care can
improve quality outcomes and reduce risk
2. Discuss the importance of role integration in assuring a
positive patient experience
3. Identify three innovative methods to minimize risk, and
improve efficiencies utilizing the talents of all members of
the healthcare team
Getting Your Employed Physician Practices to Fly,
Mike Lieb, FACHE, Director, Practice Management Services,
HealthTech
Many hospitals are finding that they have not been able to
have their employed clinic practices function in a sustainable
manner, financially, operationally, and in concert with the
hospital. This presentation is designed to assist you to manage
your practices in an efficient operational structure with
financial effectiveness, mutual accountability, and provider
satisfaction.
Participants will be able to:
1. Understand why your physicians still function as
independent providers despite being employed by the
hospital
2. Encourage“group-like”engagement in support of hospital
goals
3. Deploy management tools to support the practice
operations, productivity and patient access
The Secret to Ensuring Physician Compliance with ICD-
10 Documentation Requirements, Paula Digby, CCS, CPCI ,
CEO, AQConsulting & AQ-IQ.com
Physicians have historically been our“problem children”when
it comes to providing the most specific documentation needed
for code assignment in our current ICD-9-CM world - that is
NO SECRET! What is a secret is how to get them interested in
Conference Agenda
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 (CONTINUED)
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and on board with providing specific detailed documentation
for ICD-9-CM and providing even greater details HAPPILY as
we move into ICD-10 where greater specificity is an absolute
requirement to maintain appropriate payments and achieve
the greatest payment potential. Participate in this interactive
session as we provide a didactic experience in ICD-10
documentation needs, tips to ensure compliance with ICD-
10 documentation requirements and discuss the top target
diagnoses and how to appropriately tell your physicians just
what they want to hear – What to say!
Participants will be able to:
1. Gain an understanding of ICD-10 documentation
requirements for our top 10 diagnoses
2. Learn and be able to implement documentation
improvement methods for ICD-9 and ICD-10
3. Use knowledge to effectively train physicians and create
queries based on ICD-10 documentation needs
News Flash: Latest Developments at EEOC,
Edmond Sims, District Resource Manager, Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
The EEOC has issued new guidance in a number of areas. They
have also identified their National enforcement priorities.
This session will give you the latest news from EEOC. HR
professionals want to know, EEOC wants to tell you. It is a win-
win deal!
Participants will be able to:
1. Identify latest EEOC issues and trends
2. Learn the latest EEOC guidance
3. Understand the national enforcement priorities and how
that may impact your business
1:30 - 2:45 p.m.
Breakout Session III
Analytics in Nursing Practice: From Insight to
Innovation, Elizabeth Ritt, Professor & Department Chair,
Nursing & Health, Benedictine University
The incredible healthcare challenges confronting nurse lead-
ers will require more informed decisions that foster improved
clinical quality of care and enhanced overall value to all stake-
holders. The use of analytics in nursing practice fosters clinical
decision making that is fact-based, insightful, and leads to
favorable and sustainable outcomes. An overview of the types
of analytics, capabilities, and models is foundational to under-
standing the application of analytics in practice. Participants
will gain valuable knowledge regarding the key opportunity
questions in their organizations and useful applications to cur-
rent clinical challenges and issues.
Participants will be able to:
1. Describe the types and uses of analytics in healthcare
2. Analyze clinical issues from a fact-based and analytical
perspective
3. Evaluate the specific goals and objectives that can be
addressed by analytics in your organization
7. Conference Agenda
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 (CONTINUED)
1:30 - 2:45 p.m.
Breakout Session III (continued)
Optimizing Hospital Physician Relationships for
Quality, Productivity & Efficiency, Scott Shanker, attorney,
Butler, Snow, O’Mara, Stevens & Cannada, PLLC
Healthy relationships with governmental payors and physi-
cians are critical to any Hospital’s success and the two intersect
at the“crossroads”of federal/state fraud & abuse laws. Every
Hospital CFO needs at least a basic understanding of strategies
for optimizing hospital/physician relationships and incentiv-
izing physician behavior in ways that comply with such laws.
Successfully & compliantly contracting with physicians can
determine a Hospital’s financial success or failure. Come hear
how!
Participants will be able to:
1. Identify physician compensation strategies that promote
quality, productivity & efficiency
2. Recognize certain compliance“red flags”& their ability to
negatively impact a Hospital’s bottom-line
3. Recognize the importance of optimizing such relationships
and understand compliance“by the numbers”
ED Charge Capture – Stopping the Hemorrhage, Paula
Digby, CCS, CPCI , CEO, AQConsulting & AQ-IQ.com
Emergency Departments are perhaps the most likely place
for a hospital to fail to capture earned revenue due to the
complexity of the charge capture process. This session
provides an overview of revenue loss risk areas including:
top process blunders that cause revenue leaks and specific
services where the complexity of documentation and codes
causes a high risk for errors such as injections and infusions.
Best practices to correct the issues and control the leaks will be
discussed.
Participants will be able to:
1. Identify internal process inefficiencies that cause negative
revenue impact
2. Be able to interpret specific requirements for
documentation needs to capture and protect revenue from
ED services
3. Understand the complexity of charge capture in the ED and
best practices to perform this function effectively
Navigating Complex Compensation Issues,
Kevie Mikus, Vice President & Marlene Cole, Senior HR Consultant,
HR Consulting Services, Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc.
This session will look at federal regulations that employers
must work within to ensure their pay practices are legally
compliant, plus outline some considerations that may be
used by an organization to assess internal equity among
similar positions and external competitiveness in the relevant
marketplace. Employee compensation can be one of the
most emotionally charged topics in a workplace, and it is
often difficult to navigate employee perceptions and manager
expectations. Join Kevie and Marlene as they present
some best practice steps for effectively communicating
with employees about their pay, and we will look ahead at
compensation trends for 2014.
Participants will be able to:
1. Understand the current legislation that affects employer
pay practices and the recommended steps for compliance
2. Learn methods for assessing your organization’s internal
equity and external competitiveness
3. Discover best practice options for effectively
communicating with employees about compensation and
gather information about expected trends in 2014
2:45-3:15 p.m. Break – Door prize drawing (must be
present to win)
3:15-4:30 p.m.
Looking at Adversity as an Opportunity, Roy H. Smith, Roy
H. Smith Consulting
Our initial response to a rapidly changing or deteriorating
situation plays a huge part in how we successfully deal with
that situation. The problem is very often not the problem,
but our initial response, our mind set and attitude in dealing
with it. Roy will speak about the importance of attitude in
determining outcomes based on his own experience of
leading two National Geographic supported expeditions into
remote regions in Africa and the Arctic. Our belief in what we
are doing – the integrity of our product – plays an enormous
part in our ability to be successful and outperform the
competition.
Participants will be able to:
1. Take a new perspective when looking at tough issues
2. Be more willing to share problems with others for better
outcomes
3. Understand that it’s your attitude, not the problem, that
might be the problem
4:30 p.m.
Adjourn
HealthTech Management Services Online Resources
Visit HealthTech’s website, www.htmsinc.com to download presentations from this year’s conference. Simply click on
the“Rural Healthcare Summit”link located at the bottom, center section of our homepage. All presentations will require
a password to download which will be sent to your email address at the conclusion of the conference.
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8. User Group Meeting (optional)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11
8:15 - 8:30 a.m.
Overview of HTSG Technology
Derek Morkel, CEO, HealthTech
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
HTSG AlphaCollector™ Class
Are you using HTSG AlphaCollector’s capabilities to the fullest
potential? This session is for users who want to learn more
about the functions and options within HealthTech’s virtual
business office platform, HTSG AlphaCollector. Find out how
you can utilize the application’s business intelligence tools
and pivot table technology to create robust reports to better
manage your collections. You will also gain valuable knowledge
about HTSG AlphaCollector’s functionality and enhance your
ability to maximize efficiency and profitability.
9:45 - 10:45 a.m.
Managers Guide to using AlphaCollector™ and
AutoStatus™
This course will help Business office directors and Revenue
cycle managers understand how to effectively use the
management tools to drive efficiency in their business office.
The course will also include tips on how to integrate HTSG
AutoStatus into daily workflow to automate the statusing of
claims.
11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
HTSG Genie® Class
HTSG Genie is a web-based claims analysis software application
that scans claims for potential revenue opportunities. This
session will provide users with recommendations and best
practices to help optimize results through HTSG Genie.
10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
11:30 a.m. — Adjourn
For more information about HealthTech Solutions Group’s cloud-based software, visit www.ht-llc.com
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Register Today!
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 17
To register for HealthTech’s 2013 Rural Healthcare
Summit fill out the enclosed form and fax it to 615-370-
2859 or submit an online registration form at www.
htmsinc.com. Click on the“Rural Healthcare Summit”
link located in the right section of the homepage to
be directed to the registration form. The conference
tuition is $450 each for 1st & 2nd attendee and $350
each for 3rd, 4th or more from each organization.
HOTEL RESERVATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 17
Reserve your hotel room by either calling the
Doubletree by Hilton Nashville Downtown or complete
your reservation by going online to our website www.
htmsinc.com. If you reserve your room via phone, be
sure to mention HealthTech Rural Healthcare Summit
to receive the discounted rate of $152 per night plus
taxes.
Doubletree by Hilton Nashville Downtown
315 4th Avenue North
Nashville, TN 37219
615-244-8200 / 800-222-8733