On-Demand Learning

New Reporting Requirements for HHS Provider Relief Funding Webinar

Originally recorded October 14, 2020

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Overview

One way of doing things, then another. 
On Jun. 14, HHS CARES Provider Relief Fund defined lost revenue as any revenue a provider lost due to COVID-19. That changed dramatically on Sept. 19 when HHS issued a new definition of lost revenue.

This new definition is especially problematic for hospitals and will impact planning and budgeting, accounting, auditing and bond ratings. This program will:

Treating Opioid Use Disorder in Acute Care Hospitals

Overview

Opioid abuse is a long-standing problem in California.
The substance use disorder (SUD) crisis might seem insurmountable, but the CA Bridge Program has developed a model of care that saves lives and helps patients with SUDs get back on track. The 24/7 program is built upon three pillars: rapid access to medication-assisted treatment (MAT), welcoming and destigmatized care and specially trained substance use navigators (SUNs) that connect patients to ongoing care and support.

COVID-19 Workplace Notice Requirements

Overview

AB 685 was signed by Governor Newsom and goes into effect on January 1, 2021.  It contains numerous new obligations for all employers to provide notice of potential exposure to COVID-19 in the workplace.  While there are special provisions with respect to notice to employees whose job duties necessarily bring them into contact with individuals who are known to have COVID-19 or are persons under investigation, the new law does apply to all employers including health facilities.  In addition, the law allows CalO

CY 2021 OPPS and Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rules

 

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Overview

This presentation provides members with a high level summary of significant proposals included in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) calendar year 2021 outpatient prospective system and physician fee schedule proposed rules. CHA will also provide members with information on the development of our comments, which are due to the agency by October 5.

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COVID-19 Workers’ Compensation Presumption

Overview

COVID-Specific Workers’ Compensation Presumption Law Goes Into Effect September 17

On September 17, 2020, Governor Newsom signed SB 1159 and it goes into effect immediately. This bill adopts a COVID-19 specific presumption in the workers’ compensation system for employees that test positive for COVID-19. The bill is retroactive to July 6, 2020 and expires on January 1, 2023.

The bill does four things:

Federal Changes and DHCS Proposed Changes Affecting Rural Health Clinics Webinar

Originally recorded September 24, 2020

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Overview

Are you aware of the changes that have been made by CMS and proposed changes by the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) that will affect every single rural health clinic? While some of these changes are final during the COVID-19 period, and others being proposed by DHCS are subject to CMS approval, you will still want to be aware of the financial impact they may have on your rural health clinic.

COVID-19 and HRSA: Coverage for Uninsured Patients Webinar

Program originally recorded Aug. 7, 2020.

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Overview

In early April, the Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA) developed the COVID-19 Uninsured Program to provide claims reimbursement for testing and treatment of individuals with COVID-19.

The program is intended to provide coverage for patients with a COVID-19 diagnosis who do not qualify for Medi-Cal, Medicare or other health care insurers.