Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Hands on Surgical Training (HoST)
Read the latest on a new surgical simulator that can physically guide the hands of novice surgeons and provides scenarios that traditional VR can not replicate: http://www.fastcompany.com/1755317/robo-simulator-gives-shaky-new-surgeons-the-strokes-of-smooth-operators.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
TJC Launches Primary Care Medical Home Option
The Joint Commission (TJC) is now accepting applications from accredited ambulatory care organizations for a Primary Care Medical Home option (PCMH) that will launch in July 2011.
The PCMH is a delivery model that provides patients with coordinated care by a primary care physician and team of healthcare professionals. The model emphasizes improved communication among clinics, facilities, and healthcare professionals to improve patient satisfaction and health outcomes.
To learn more about the PCMH option and to see TJC's PCMH standards for ambulatory care organizations, click here:
http://www.jointcommission.org/joint_commission_primary_care_medical_home_option_to_launch_in_july/
Source: The Joint Commission
The PCMH is a delivery model that provides patients with coordinated care by a primary care physician and team of healthcare professionals. The model emphasizes improved communication among clinics, facilities, and healthcare professionals to improve patient satisfaction and health outcomes.
To learn more about the PCMH option and to see TJC's PCMH standards for ambulatory care organizations, click here:
http://www.jointcommission.org/joint_commission_primary_care_medical_home_option_to_launch_in_july/
Source: The Joint Commission
State Spotlight: Missouri
MoAMSS Advocacy Efforts - House Bill 347, "The Prompt Credentialing Act"
In March of 2011, House Bill 347 the “Prompt Credentialing Act” was introduced in the Missouri House of Representatives. The Bill stated that every health carrier shall complete the process of verifying health care professional’s credentialing information and make a final determination to credential the health care provider within 60 calendar days of receipt of a complete application. It also stated that immediately after becoming credentialed, every health carrier shall retroactively compensate health care professionals for services rendered from the date of the application. Working with NAMSS, we sent a letter to the bill's sponsor, Representative Kirkton, outlining our concerns if the legislation was passed in its written form. Our letter also proposed revisions that would preserve the bill's purpose without diminishing the value of proper credentialing.
The Bill did not make it through the Missouri Legislative session which ended May 13, 2011. House Bill 347 was rolled into another Bill, House Bill 863 and MoAMSS will continue to monitor any progress that it may have in the future.
NAMSS thanks the Missouri Association of Medical Staff Services for sharing this update. To learn more about MoAMSS, visit: http://www.moamss.org/
Does your state have news that you would like to share on the State Spotlight section of the NAMSS Blog? E-mail news@namss.org with a summary of your news item, and your contact information.
In March of 2011, House Bill 347 the “Prompt Credentialing Act” was introduced in the Missouri House of Representatives. The Bill stated that every health carrier shall complete the process of verifying health care professional’s credentialing information and make a final determination to credential the health care provider within 60 calendar days of receipt of a complete application. It also stated that immediately after becoming credentialed, every health carrier shall retroactively compensate health care professionals for services rendered from the date of the application. Working with NAMSS, we sent a letter to the bill's sponsor, Representative Kirkton, outlining our concerns if the legislation was passed in its written form. Our letter also proposed revisions that would preserve the bill's purpose without diminishing the value of proper credentialing.
The Bill did not make it through the Missouri Legislative session which ended May 13, 2011. House Bill 347 was rolled into another Bill, House Bill 863 and MoAMSS will continue to monitor any progress that it may have in the future.
NAMSS thanks the Missouri Association of Medical Staff Services for sharing this update. To learn more about MoAMSS, visit: http://www.moamss.org/
Does your state have news that you would like to share on the State Spotlight section of the NAMSS Blog? E-mail news@namss.org with a summary of your news item, and your contact information.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Register for a NAMSS Webinar on the New Telemedicine Rule!
What You Need to Know About the Telemedicine Credentialing Rule
A Live Webinar Brought to You by NAMSS
Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at 1:00 PM EDT
Presented by Commander Scott J. Cooper, MMSc, PA-C
On May 5, 2011, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published a final rule for hospitals and critical access hospitals (CAHs) that will allow for a new credentialing and privileging process for physicians and practitioners providing telemedicine services. The new rule has a 60-day implementation window. This final rule gives hospitals and CAHs more flexibility in credentialing and privileging telemedicine providers. Starting July 5, 2011, the governing body of a hospital or CAH will be allowed to rely on the credentialing and privileging decisions of a distant-site hospital or telemedicine entity when making its own credentialing and privileging decisions. The rule also allows hospitals and CAHs to rely on information from non-hospital telemedicine providers such as teleradiology and other telehealth centers.
The revision is intended to make it easier for hospitals to adopt and implement telemedicine, providing patients with access to a greater range of services. But what does this mean for medical staff departments and your current credentialing and privileging practices?
Join Commander Scott J. Cooper, MMSc, PA-C of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on Wednesday, June 15 from 1:00 to 2:30 PM Eastern as he walks through the final rule and answers questions.
Webinar participants will have the opportunity to ask the speaker additional questions following the presentation.
What You Will Learn:
- What is new about the revised Conditions of Participation?
- What is the difference between telemedicine, telehealth, and teleradiology?
- What should the written agreement between the hospital and telemedicine provider look like?
- What specific information must be received in order for a hospital to rely on the credentialing and privileging decisions of another entity?
Speaker:
Commander Scott J. Cooper, MMsc, PA-C is a member of the United States Public Health Service. He currently serves as a Senior Health Insurance and Policy Analyst with the Clinical Standards Group in the Office of Clinical Standards and Quality at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Commander Cooper and his team at CMS are responsible for the development of CMS standards and policies, including the latest telemedicine final rule.
Who Should Attend:
All MSPs are invited to attend.
CEs:
Webinar participants will receive 1.5 CE credits.
Cost:
NAMSS members: $49 Non-members: $69
You will have the opportunity to purchase additional CE certificates for $10 each. A multi-registrant form will be included with your registration information.
To Register:
Visit the NAMSS Online Store to purchase this course.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
New NPSG Targeted at Reducing CAUTIs
One Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goal (NPSG) has been approved for 2012. NPSG 07.06.01 states that hospitals and critical access hospitals should: "implement evidence-based practices to prevent indwelling catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI). (This goal is not applicable to pediatric populations). "
The CAUTI NPSG comes from The Joint Commission's ongoing effort to reduce hospital-acquired infections. No other NPSGs were approved for 2012.
For more information, visit:
http://www.jointcommission.org/new_2012_national_patient_safety_goal_cauti/
Source: The Joint Commission
The CAUTI NPSG comes from The Joint Commission's ongoing effort to reduce hospital-acquired infections. No other NPSGs were approved for 2012.
For more information, visit:
http://www.jointcommission.org/new_2012_national_patient_safety_goal_cauti/
Source: The Joint Commission
NAMSS Extends Our Thoughts to Joplin, Missouri
NAMSS would like to extend our thoughts and condolences to all those affected by the severe weather that has hit our country this season. Our thoughts lie especially with the town of Joplin, Missouri, which was devastated by a tornado this past weekend.
We especially would like to recognize the staff of St. John’s Regional Medical Center. As the storm approached, they acted quickly to move patients to safety; now, they are working to implement their disaster plan while accounting for colleagues in the area.
Our thoughts will continue to lie with those who are working tirelessly to help the community to recover and rebuild.
We especially would like to recognize the staff of St. John’s Regional Medical Center. As the storm approached, they acted quickly to move patients to safety; now, they are working to implement their disaster plan while accounting for colleagues in the area.
Our thoughts will continue to lie with those who are working tirelessly to help the community to recover and rebuild.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Optometrists' Surgery Rights, Physician Dress Code Rules
Today's edition of American Medical News highlights two legislative developments in Kentucky and New York.
Kentucky: A recently passed law that allows optometrists to perform certain surgeries, including postcataract and glaucoma procedures, has created a debate between physician organizations and the American Optometric Association. The physician groups argue that optometrists lack the necessary training and education necessary to perform surgeries and handle complications. The American Optometric Association argues that optometrists have a record of providing quality services and that the expanded scope of practice will improve access to eye care in underserved communities.
To read the full article, click here:
http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/23/prl20523.htm
New York: A proposed bill in New York would require health professionals to adopt a "bare below the elbow" dress code when interacting with patients. The bill is an effort to reduce hospital-acquired infections resulting from bacteria that can travel on neckties, long sleeved clothing, watches, and jewelry. Opponents of the bill state that there is no clear evidence linking the presence of bacteria on clothing and jewelry to the rate of hospital-acquired infections.
To read the full article, click here:
http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/23/prsa0523.htm
Source: amednews.com
Kentucky: A recently passed law that allows optometrists to perform certain surgeries, including postcataract and glaucoma procedures, has created a debate between physician organizations and the American Optometric Association. The physician groups argue that optometrists lack the necessary training and education necessary to perform surgeries and handle complications. The American Optometric Association argues that optometrists have a record of providing quality services and that the expanded scope of practice will improve access to eye care in underserved communities.
To read the full article, click here:
http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/23/prl20523.htm
New York: A proposed bill in New York would require health professionals to adopt a "bare below the elbow" dress code when interacting with patients. The bill is an effort to reduce hospital-acquired infections resulting from bacteria that can travel on neckties, long sleeved clothing, watches, and jewelry. Opponents of the bill state that there is no clear evidence linking the presence of bacteria on clothing and jewelry to the rate of hospital-acquired infections.
To read the full article, click here:
http://www.ama-assn.org/amednews/2011/05/23/prsa0523.htm
Source: amednews.com
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