HCCI Research Solutions for
Growing Your HBPC Practice
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HCCInsights sat down for a video interview with Aaron Yao, PhD, HCCI Research Director, research scientist in geriatrics at the University of Virginia, and Cheeloo Scholar Professor at the Shandong University College of Medicine in Jinan City, China. Also participating was Melissa Singleton, HCCI Chief Learning Officer. The discussion focused on the research HCCI performs and the services it offers HBPC practices seeking to answer critical questions about their programs, competitors and the communities they serve.
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HCCInsights: Can you describe some of the different types of research you conduct?
Dr. Yao: Some of it is very clinical. For example, we recently helped author a paper on pharmacist reviews of home care patient medications, which is related to clinical operations management. I am also currently working on a clinical study on the use of point-of-care ultrasound technology in home care practices.
HCCI also offers healthcare services research where we look at things like HBPC supply and demand, the workforce, and its utilization by older frail patients. In this role, we can help HBPC practices in many ways, including seeing how they compare with their competitors and evaluating key factors in their individual programs.
Melissa Singleton: Everything HCCI does in terms of educating or consulting with providers and practices is grounded, to the best of our ability, in evidence-based research. HCCI not only publishes Dr. Yao’s original research, but we also monitor published studies relevant to the field that support and reinforce the guidance we provide. In addition, our staff and network of partners are on the front lines across the country as co-authors and principal investigators for a wide range of research studies.
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Florida House Call Project Deadline
Extended to 8/31 – Call for Applications
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To ensure ample time for providers/practices to apply for HCCI’s Florida House Call Project, the deadline has been extended to Monday, August 31. In keeping with its mission of making home-based primary care (HBPC) the national standard for treating the nation’s aging, frail, and medically complex patient population, HCCI is launching the project with support from the RRF Foundation for Aging.
HCCI will select up to 20 individuals to serve as leaders and champions of home-based care for an initial 15-month term. Home Centered Care Champions will receive specialized training to spread awareness of HBPC within their communities and to lead local education of other providers, practice/operations staff, and the public, using HCCI resources, tools, and curriculum. Other benefits that Champions will receive include free CME credit, recognition on HCCI’s website, and a modest stipend.
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HCCI Launches New “Getting to Know Us” Video |
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Learn more about how HCCI is working to advance the HBPC field in our new video.
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October 22, 2020
American Academy of Home Care Medicine (AAHCM) Virtual Preconference Presented by HCCI
Followed by AAHCM Annual Meeting
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October 27, 2020
Coalition to Transform Advanced Care (C-TAC) Virtual Preconference Presented by HCCI
Followed by National Summit on Advanced Illness Care
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HCCI Live Virtual Workshops –
Save by Registering Now
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November 19-20, 2020
Essential Elements of Home-Based Primary Care™
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Designed for learners considering, or relatively new to, offering HBPC services for patients with complex medical conditions. Enrollment fee is regularly $625. Early Bird Discount: Register by September 15, 2020, and pay only $475 ($150 discount).
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December 3-4, 2020
Advanced Applications of Home-Based Primary Care™
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Designed for experienced HBPC providers and practice staff. Enrollment fee is regularly $625. Early Bird Discount: Register by September 15, 2020, and pay only $475 ($150 discount).
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Attend Both Workshops and Save More |
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Virtual Boot Camp in Home-Based Primary Care |
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Upcoming HCCIntelligence™ Webinars
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Wednesday, September 16, 4 pm – 5 pm CST
Leading Teams During a Crisis: COVID-19 and Beyond
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Objectives:
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Assess your current practice and team members using a Joy in Work framework to measure burnout.
- Describe how to develop and utilize a “team-based care” approach during a crisis.
- Explore ways to move beyond crisis: what do you keep/what do you discard?
Presenter:
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HCCI Online Courses
Special Offer: Available at no charge through September 30, 2020
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Telehealth in Home-Based Primary Care
Use of telehealth has increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. To learn more about this type of care, enroll in HCCI’s Telehealth in Home-Based Primary Care (0.25 CME) online course at no charge through September 30, 2020. The course includes recent guidance on coding, documentation, and reimbursement – as announced by CMS in response to the crisis.
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* REGISTRATION NOTE: New users of the HCCI Learning Hub will be asked to click “Create Account” to complete a one-time process to set up a learner profile before enrolling in activities or accessing resources and webinar replays.
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CMS Updates for HBPC Providers |
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CMS Announces Free 10-week Virtual Training Opportunity –
HHS Telemedicine Hack
On July 21, 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a 10-week, virtual peer-to-peer learning community entitled, HHS Telemedicine Hack, to support the wide adoption of telemedicine services as an essential part of care delivery models now and after the Public Health Emergency. The free training is offered on Wednesdays, 11:00 am-12:00 noon (Central Time). The sessions began on July 22 and run through September 23. To view archived sessions, learn more and register, click here.
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CMS Announces Proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Rule and Promising Telehealth Policies
For additional information, review the following resources:
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Practice Management Tip of the Month:
Improving HBPC Practice Efficiency
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Efficiency is key to the well-being of your HBPC practice. Here are some strategies for boosting efficiency:
- Understand and document current workflows and processes to avoid task duplication
- Create an effective intake process that collects necessary information and forms, and introduces services, so providers can focus on patient care during visits
- Implement triage protocols that allow staff to work to the top of their licensure and help minimize the number of messages providers need to “touch”
- Confirm appointment date and times for all visits in advance, including communicating with facilities (e.g., assisted living, group homes, senior living communities) so patients are prepared for the visit, are in their rooms, and have their medication lists available
- Minimize travel time with an organized and effective geographic scheduling and routing process
- Optimize your electronic health record (EHR) with appropriate templates and macros/smart phrases to make documentation easier for providers while maintaining compliance
- Review charts and schedules in advance to ensure the necessary supplies are available and providers have a general plan for each visit
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HCCIntelligence™ is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. |
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HCCI education and training initiatives including HCCIntelligence™
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Home Centered Care Institute
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This email is an advertisement for the Home Centered Care Institute (HCCI). HCCI is passionately committed to its vision of
transforming our nation’s healthcare system by creating universal access to best practice house calls programs,
to ensure that chronically ill, medically complex patients have access to high-quality care in their homes.
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