Implementation of CalAIM is a multiyear process and will influence how patient care is provided in numerous areas. Review this education brief to learn more about Medi-Cal Specialty Mental Health Services, what may be defined as ‘medical necessity,’ the CalAIM proposal and anticipated changes, and answers to the most common questions about the CalAIM reforms […]
Upcoming changes to Medi-Cal will have a tremendous impact on hospitals. One of those changes is related to the Behavioral Health Payment Reform. Review this education brief to better understand realignment, proposed behavioral health payment reform and the two phases of implementation.
Overview
The CHA case manager committee identified a need — case managers needed additional training opportunities as well as ongoing support. And case management leaders needed training tools that were accessible, cost-effective, and which could be customized to meet the unique needs of each individual and hospital.
Overview
The CHA case manager committee identified a need — case managers needed additional training opportunities as well as ongoing support. And case management leaders needed training tools that were accessible, cost-effective, and which could be customized to meet the unique needs of each individual and hospital.
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CHA and California Children’s Hospital Association are happy to present a panel of experts who will provide a wealth of information to help support youth and their families experiencing behavioral health conditions.
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CDPH Updates Quarantine Guidance for Health Care Personnel
Today, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) released updated guidance on quarantine for health care personnel (HCP). All Facilities Letter (AFL) 21-08.2 aligns with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) March 10 quarantine and work exclusion guidance for HCP in response to COVID-19 vaccination. Both the CDPH AFL and CDC guidance now recommend that:
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has published Question & Answer documents for the patient assessment instruments (PAIs) used in inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) and long-term care hospitals (LTCHs).
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CHA has submitted comments to the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) on the draft Enhanced Care Management (ECM) and In-Lieu-of-Services (ILOS) requirements.
In the letter, CHA noted specific areas of concern. They include:
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On March 16, the California Department of Public Health issued a reminder to local health jurisdictions and vaccine providers about vaccine eligibility, eligibility changes, and clarifications.
Addressing the expansion of vaccine eligibility that took effect on March 15, this reminder clarifies how to verify eligibility for those ages 16-64 who are deemed to be at highest risk to get very sick from COVID-19 due to specified severe health conditions or developmental or other severe disabilities or illness.
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Applying for FEMA Assistance Grants – Best Practices for Success
Date: April 1, 2021
Time: 9:30 – 11:00 a.m., Pacific Time