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Credentialing
Compliance
Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act
The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) was passed in 1986 by the US Congress. The purpose of this legislation was to ensure patient access to emergency medical treatment and to prevent the practice of transferring uninsured patients solely for financial reasons. Transfer and stabilization requirements for emergency medical situations as well as medical staff on-call procedures will be reviewed. The course summarizes historical perspectives, discusses legal requirements, and explains penalties and enforcement procedures set forth under EMTALA guidelines. You will also cover medical screening exams and medical tests, conditions and specific instances.
Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act
The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA) was passed in 1986 by the US Congress. The purpose of this legislation was to ensure patient access to emergency medical treatment and to prevent the practice of transferring uninsured patients solely for financial reasons. Transfer and stabilization requirements for emergency medical situations as well as medical staff on-call procedures will be reviewed. The course summarizes historical perspectives, discusses legal requirements, and explains penalties and enforcement procedures set forth under EMTALA guidelines. You will also cover medical screening exams and medical tests, conditions and specific instances.
Deficit Reduction Act / False Claims Act / Employee Protection Act
The Deficit Reduction Act, False Claims Act, and Employee Protection Act aim to protect against fraud, waste, and abuse. These acts have been established by the federal government. A healthcare organization’s compliance with these acts is key to protecting its employees, contractors, and patients. To ensure full compliance, adequate education, training, and implementation of these guidelines is necessary for all healthcare personnel.
This course will cover specific guidelines, required documentation, and actions for the Deficit Reduction Act, False Claims Act, and Employee Protection Act. Course expiration date: 6/18/2026
Deficit Reduction Act / False Claims Act / Employee Protection Act
The Deficit Reduction Act, False Claims Act, and Employee Protection Act aim to protect against fraud, waste, and abuse. These acts have been established by the federal government. A healthcare organization’s compliance with these acts is key to protecting its employees, contractors, and patients. To ensure full compliance, adequate education, training, and implementation of these guidelines is necessary for all healthcare personnel.
This course will cover specific guidelines, required documentation, and actions for the Deficit Reduction Act, False Claims Act, and Employee Protection Act. Course expiration date: 6/18/2026
Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute
Course overview
Stark Laws, along with Anti-Kickback Statutes are complex and often require individuals and entities to seek legal advice to avoid even the appearance of wrongdoing. The Social Security Act under Section 1877 is known as the physician self-referral law and commonly referred to as the Stark Law. The course provides an overview of Stark Law that prohibits a physician from referring Medicare patients to an entity with which the physician (or immediate family member) has a financial relationship, and prohibits the designated health services entity from submitting claims to Medicare for prohibited referral services. Learners will also review the foundational principles of the law, examples of cases in which exemptions may apply, and recent changes to this evolving regulation.
Goal
This is designed to equip participating Medicare and Medicaid Program providers with knowledge of the foundational principles of Stark Laws and the Anti Kickback Statute.
Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute
Course overview
Stark Laws, along with Anti-Kickback Statutes are complex and often require individuals and entities to seek legal advice to avoid even the appearance of wrongdoing. The Social Security Act under Section 1877 is known as the physician self-referral law and commonly referred to as the Stark Law. The course provides an overview of Stark Law that prohibits a physician from referring Medicare patients to an entity with which the physician (or immediate family member) has a financial relationship, and prohibits the designated health services entity from submitting claims to Medicare for prohibited referral services. Learners will also review the foundational principles of the law, examples of cases in which exemptions may apply, and recent changes to this evolving regulation.
Goal
This is designed to equip participating Medicare and Medicaid Program providers with knowledge of the foundational principles of Stark Laws and the Anti Kickback Statute.
Federal Anti-Kickbacks
The Federal Anti-Kickback Statute applies to all persons that participate in healthcare programs including providers, vendors, employees, and patients. This course will provide an overview of the law to identify and report suspected violations, possible fines, penalties, prison sentences, and safe harbors. You will also cover what the Federal Anti-Kickback Statue prohibits such as offering, paying, soliciting, or receiving anything of value to induce or reward referrals or generate Federal healthcare program business.
Federal Anti-Kickbacks
The Federal Anti-Kickback Statute applies to all persons that participate in healthcare programs including providers, vendors, employees, and patients. This course will provide an overview of the law to identify and report suspected violations, possible fines, penalties, prison sentences, and safe harbors. You will also cover what the Federal Anti-Kickback Statue prohibits such as offering, paying, soliciting, or receiving anything of value to induce or reward referrals or generate Federal healthcare program business.
The Expiration of Emergency Orders and the Impact on Healthcare Organizations
This course is a recording of a webinar on The Expiration of Emergency Orders and the Impact on Healthcare Organizations held on Tuesday, January 19th, 2021. Course expiration date: 2/18/2026
The Expiration of Emergency Orders and the Impact on Healthcare Organizations
This course is a recording of a webinar on The Expiration of Emergency Orders and the Impact on Healthcare Organizations held on Tuesday, January 19th, 2021. Course expiration date: 2/18/2026
The Medicare Access and Chip Reauthorization Act of 2015
On April 27, 2016, the Department of Health and Human Services issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to implement key provisions of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015. This course will cover the quality payment program of this act and examine what a quality payment program is, how to submit comments on proposed rules, merit-based incentive payment systems, and incentives in participating in advanced alternative payments.
The Medicare Access and Chip Reauthorization Act of 2015
On April 27, 2016, the Department of Health and Human Services issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to implement key provisions of the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015. This course will cover the quality payment program of this act and examine what a quality payment program is, how to submit comments on proposed rules, merit-based incentive payment systems, and incentives in participating in advanced alternative payments.
WIC Code Training
As part of the California Department of Public Health, California has the largest WIC program in the United States. This course will define confidentiality, review vendor requirements, applicant and participant information, WIC employees, local agency requirements, and proper disposal. You will also be walked through some scenarios to help you understand WIC policies.
WIC Code Training
As part of the California Department of Public Health, California has the largest WIC program in the United States. This course will define confidentiality, review vendor requirements, applicant and participant information, WIC employees, local agency requirements, and proper disposal. You will also be walked through some scenarios to help you understand WIC policies.
Hierarchical Condition Category Documentation Guidelines
Hierarchical condition category coding(HCC) is a risk-adjustment model used to estimate future health care costs for patient. It is becoming increasingly prevalent as the environment shifts to value-based payment models. A patient with few serious health conditions would have lower medical costs and lower utilization than a patient with multiple chronic conditions. By utilizing HCC coding, physicians create a clearer picture of patient medical needs, and the costs associated with their care.
Hierarchical Condition Category Documentation Guidelines
Hierarchical condition category coding(HCC) is a risk-adjustment model used to estimate future health care costs for patient. It is becoming increasingly prevalent as the environment shifts to value-based payment models. A patient with few serious health conditions would have lower medical costs and lower utilization than a patient with multiple chronic conditions. By utilizing HCC coding, physicians create a clearer picture of patient medical needs, and the costs associated with their care.
Medical Error Prevention for Healthcare Professionals
Course Overview
This course covers medical errors and their impact on patient safety in healthcare settings. It explores the definitions and classifications of medical errors, including sentinel events, never events, near misses, and adverse events. The course examines the causes and contributing factors of medical errors and discusses their extent and importance within the healthcare system in the United States. It also addresses the vulnerable groups at risk of experiencing medical errors. The course also provides various methods and interventions to prevent and mitigate medical errors, emphasizing the importance of effective communication, teamwork, and a culture of safety. Additionally, it delves into the root cause analysis process and the reporting requirements for medical errors.
Goal This course is designed to enable healthcare professionals and nurses to inhibit medical errors in the medical setting with the help of existing, evidence-based data. Course expiration date: 11/18/2025
Medical Error Prevention for Healthcare Professionals
Course Overview
This course covers medical errors and their impact on patient safety in healthcare settings. It explores the definitions and classifications of medical errors, including sentinel events, never events, near misses, and adverse events. The course examines the causes and contributing factors of medical errors and discusses their extent and importance within the healthcare system in the United States. It also addresses the vulnerable groups at risk of experiencing medical errors. The course also provides various methods and interventions to prevent and mitigate medical errors, emphasizing the importance of effective communication, teamwork, and a culture of safety. Additionally, it delves into the root cause analysis process and the reporting requirements for medical errors.
Goal This course is designed to enable healthcare professionals and nurses to inhibit medical errors in the medical setting with the help of existing, evidence-based data. Course expiration date: 11/18/2025