January has been an energizing start to 2025 for the South Central Telehealth Resource Center (SCTRC)!
With fresh initiatives, impactful collaborations, and new resources for our community, we’re diving into the new year with enthusiasm and purpose. From launching key updates to preparing for upcoming events, we’re building momentum to make this year a milestone for telehealth innovation and accessibility. Here’s a recap of January highlights and a preview of what’s ahead!
January In Action: A Look Back at Our Highlights
December Telehealth Roundup Recording Now Available!
On December 4, 2024, we hosted an insightful discussion with Subhi J. Al’Aref, M.D., Interventional Cardiology Fellowship Program Director and Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Dr. Al’Aref explored artificial intelligence (AI) through the lens of deep learning and shared its applications in cardiology, offering strategies to improve access to care.
South Central Region Billing & Reimbursement Updates
The latest quarterly updates on telehealth billing and reimbursement for Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee are now available. Numerous telehealth changes occurred at the end of 2024 that will significantly impact telehealth coding and billing including important changes to telehealth codes, Medicare policies, and commercial payor guidelines, as well as updates for RHCs and FQHCs.
Resource Library Updates
We’ve expanded our Resource Library this month with a variety of valuable new additions, including toolkits, webinar recordings, best practice guides, and policy updates. These resources are designed to support telehealth providers, researchers, and patients.
Highlights Include:
- Rural Telementoring Resources:
- A toolkit, flyer, and webinar recordings from the Rural Telementoring Training Center.
- Policy Updates:
- Webinar recording on the Federal Telehealth Policy 2025 and a summary of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule for CY 2025.
- Best Practices and Case Studies:
- Guides for Telehealth Access Points (TAPs), privacy and security education, and virtual nursing success stories.
- Innovative Solutions:
- Insights into workforce development and virtual nursing strategies, including resources from Caregility and the Equum Medical Lighthouse Series.
South Central Legislative & Regulatory Updates
Stay informed on the latest legislative and regulatory changes for telehealth and telemedicine in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee. These updates, compiled by the Center for Connected Health Policy (CCHP), cover important developments impacting the South Central region.
On The Horizon: Exciting Events and Initiatives Ahead
Join The Movement: Stay Connected with SCTRC
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