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Fiber for Breakfast
2024-01-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-01-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-01-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-01-31 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-02-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-02-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-02-21 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | DC
The Fiber Broadband Association is proud to announce its weekly live video series, Fiber for Breakfast.
Fiber for Breakfast is a weekly 30-minute live video discussion hosted by our President and CEO, Gary Bolton, and featuring industry thought leaders on current topics that explore fiber as the critical infrastructure for 21st century communications as well as other connectivity and workplace issues presented during these challenging times.
Fiber for Breakfast will take place every Wednesday at 10am ET. Below are the registration links and recordings for each episode. For questions about Fiber for Breakfast or if you are interested in supporting and sponsoring the series, please contact Jennifer Vassil at jvassil@fiberbroadband.org.

HRSA Grants 101 Virtual Workshop
2024-01-16 12:00 - 2024-01-18 16:30 UTC | DC
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) invites you to a Grants 101 Virtual Workshop for organizations serving Hispanic/Latino communities.
Date: January 16 – 18, 2024
Time: 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm ET
Topics at a Glance:

HRSA Programs and Funding Opportunities
Federal Grants Application Process
Tips for Writing a Strong Application and Applying for Funding
Technical Assistance and Resources

Who Should Attend: Health and Social Services Providers, CEOs, Program Directors, Community Health Workers, and Interested Staff from Health Centers and Public Health Departments, Hospitals, Faith and Community-Based Organizations, Community Colleges, and Universities
All workshop sessions will be broadcast in Spanish with live interpretation to English.
To register, go here.
For more information, contact Nancy Rios at NRios@hrsa.gov

Spanish:
La Administración de Recursos y Servicios de Salud (HRSA) le invita a un Taller Virtual sobre Programas y Subvenciones (Grants) de HRSA dirigido a organizaciones que sirven a comunidades hispanas/latinas.
Fecha: 16 al 18 de enero de 2024
Hora: 12:00 pm a 4:30 pm hora del este
Temas a cubrir:

Programas y oportunidades de financiamiento de HRSA

Proceso de solicitud de subvenciones/fondos federales (Grants)
Consejos para preparar una solicitud sólida
Asistencia técnica y recursos

Quiénes deben asistir: Proveedores de Servicios de Salud y Servicios Sociales, Directores Ejecutivos, Directores de Programas, Trabajadores Comunitarios de Salud, y Personal interesado de Centros de Salud, Departamentos de Salud Pública, Hospitales, Organizaciones Religiosas y Comunitarias, Colegios Comunitarios y Universidades
Todas las sesiones del taller se transmitirán en español con interpretación en vivo al inglés.
Para registrarse, vaya aquí.
Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Nancy Ríos a NRios@hrsa.gov.

NCTRC Webinar: What Will 2024 Bring for Telehealth Policy?
2024-01-18 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | DC
Join CCHP Executive Director, Mei Kwong, as she presents on the National Consortium of Telehealth Resource Centers’ January Webinar!

Telehealth 101
2024-01-26 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | DC
New to telehealth and telemedicine? Interested in a high overview of digital health in general. Learn basic definitions, applications, and technology when it comes to telehealth. Click on the link below to register:
https://uams.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SuTLtXEWQh-EFBzTaek-qQ

For more information, contact Joe Schaffner: jschaffner@uams.edu.

MATRC Summit 2024 Call for Poster Abstracts
2024-01-29 | DC
The Mid-Atlantic Telehealth Resource Center (MATRC) invites you to submit an abstract for poster presentation at the 2024 MATRC Telehealth Summit. This year our MATRC Summit is In-Person only and we are requiring all accepted poster presentations be in-person.
This year’s summit will explore Telehealth: Reimagining Care Beyond the Unwinding of the PHE. As we rapidly approach a time where telehealth is fully integrated into all of healthcare, we will be navigating the latest trends and best practices in telehealth implementation, remote patient monitoring, virtual consultations, and AI-driven healthcare solutions.
The following categories of topics are of interest to attendees; however, abstracts are not limited to these topic areas:

Telehealth Clinical Best Practices: Primary and specialty care telehealth best practices related to implementation, outcomes, sustainability, etc.
Telehealth Policies and their Impact on Telehealth Practice/Innovation: Reimbursement/payment models, licensing/credentialing, privacy/security, state regulations, etc.
Telehealth Grant and Pilot Programs: Implementation, lessons learned, outcomes, etc.
Telehealth Education and Training: Models, outcomes and impacts of telehealth education and training for undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate/continuing education for health professions, to include the training and education of interns, residents, and fellows.

All submissions should describe original work. You may submit work that has been previously presented. The call is open to clinicians, faculty, health care administrators/professionals, and students from all disciplines.
We will only be accepting one abstract per lead presenter per organization. Lead presenters must also be an author or co-author on the submitted abstract.

For more information and to submit: https://matrcsummit.org/call-for-poster-abstracts/

Fiber for Breakfast: Week #7 - What Happens to Mississippi Without ACP?
2024-02-14 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | DC
As of February 8th, 2024, the Affordable Connectivity Program (“ACP”), the largest and most successful broadband affordability program in our nation, stopped accepting new enrollments. Without additional funding from Congress, it is anticipated that April will be the last month currently enrolled households will receive the full ACP benefit. Join us this week as FBA CEO and President, Gary Bolton, discusses the impact of the ACP wind-down on broadband affordability in Mississippi with Chip Pickering (INCOMPAS), Quinn Jordan (MSBA), and Adeyinka Ogunlegan (Education Superhighway).

Guest Presenters:
Chip Pickering, CEO, INCOMPAS
Quinn Jordan, Executive Director, Mississippi Broadband Association
Adeyinka Ogunlegan, Vice President, Government Affairs and Policy, Education Superhighway

Join us every Wednesday at 10 AM ET for this webinar series.
Past recordings are available to members on our Fiber for Breakfast webpage.

Telehealth 101
2024-02-23 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | DC
New to telehealth and telemedicine? Interested in a high overview of digital health in general. Learn basic definitions, applications, and technology when it comes to telehealth. Click on the link below to register:
https://uams.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SuTLtXEWQh-EFBzTaek-qQ

For more information, contact Joe Schaffner: jschaffner@uams.edu.medci

ATA Webinar: Revitalizing Rural Healthcare Using Technology
2024-02-28 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | DC
Revitalizing Rural Healthcare Using Technology: Addressing Telehealth Policy and Workforce Challenges
Join ATA for a webinar that aims to provide attendees with valuable insights into effective telehealth policies and practices that can bolster the viability of rural healthcare organizations. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of navigating the delicate balance between embracing technological advancements and ensuring the long-term sustainability of healthcare services in rural areas.
Click Here to Register!

Telehealth Roundup: SCTRC Regional Billing & Reimbursement Update
2024-02-28 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | DC
Billing and reimbursement is an important facet of telehealth. There are a few changes to consider, such as the PHE extensions and the 2024 Physicians Fee Schedule. Join us as our friends at RuralMed give a billing and reimbursement update for Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi.

Bridging Gaps in Rural Health with the Telehealth Center of Excellence Framework for Mississippi Hospitals and Beyond
2024-03-06 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | DC
Rural health is the perfect environment to benefit from the renaissance in digital health: Join Equum Medical for an insightful webinar as the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) takes center stage, sharing a telehealth framework for revolutionizing healthcare access in rural Mississippi, particularly in the Delta Region, which is extensible to rural communities around the nation. Vast geographies and lack of provider resourcing historically have disadvantaged rural health systems, yet today telehealth-enabled clinical workforces like those available through Equum Medical are providing dynamic resourcing that allows real-time allocation of healthcare professionals and resources based on patient needs, demand fluctuations, and service availability.
This webinar will consolidate experience and insights to address the unique healthcare challenges faced by rural hospitals and help you discover how advanced telehealth technologies and dynamic virtual workforce solutions combine to reshape healthcare delivery, ensuring comprehensive and timely services for rural communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from UMMC, one of only two federally designated Centers of Excellence in Telehealth by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and Equum Medical.

NTTAP Webinar Series - Data-Driven Health Equity: Strategies for Collecting Patient Data in Health Centers Webinar
2024-03-07 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Webinar
Join the National Health Center Training and Technical Assistance Partners for the upcoming webinar as facilitators dive into key strategies for using identity data in population health management. Expert faculty will highlight the importance of gathering data to address health disparities, with a focus on utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHR) for both internal and patient-focused justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) purposes. Participants will gain confidence in advancing health equity with strategies to collect and use demographic data for developing and monitoring health equity plans.
Funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as the organization responsible for The National Training and Technical Assistance Partnership (NTTAP) on Clinical Workforce Development, Community Health Center, Inc. (CHC) and its Weitzman Institute under Moses/Weitzman Health System, Inc. provides a model of free technical and training assistance to Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) across the United States.

DRCHSD Telehealth Webinar
2024-03-21 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | DC
This webinar will provide an overview of the current telehealth policy landscape.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the current status of federal telehealth policy
Have an overview of state telehealth policies
Be aware of the issues impacting and affecting telehealth policy this year
Understand where telehealth policy could go next

Mississippi Health Innovation Conference
2024-03-26 | DC
The Mississippi Health Innovation Conference is a collaboration between the School of Business Administration at University of Mississippi and some of the most renowned physicians, innovators, educators, investors, payers, providers, and policymakers who are leading the future of healthcare in the US.

MRHA: Credentialing & Payer Enrollment
2024-03-27 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Hosted by the Mississippi Rural Health Association, participants will get an overview of managing payer relationships, contracting, and credentialing.
Key Objectives

Defining Credentialing vs Payer Enrollment
Documents needed for Credentialing & Payer Enrollment
CAQH Overview
I&A/PECOS Overview
MCC Overview (for MN providers)
Tracking Methods – excel vs online platforms
Modio Overview
Completing Applications
Background Checks, Validating Licensure
Follow-up Best Practices

Who Should Attend?

Credentialing Department
Revenue Cycle Directors
C-Suite
Practice Administrators
Operations Managers

Presented by:
Amy Fajardo, MedCycleSolutions

BioVentures Maternal Health Hackathon
2024-04-05 10:00 - 2024-04-07 16:00 (America/Chicago) | DC
Join UAMS BioVentures for an impactful hackathon focused on improving maternal health in Arkansas!

This event is not just about coding; it’s about creating innovative solutions to tackle critical issues facing mothers in our state. Arkansas faces significant challenges in maternal health, from limited access to quality healthcare in rural areas to gaps in education and resources. Together, we can make a difference by developing technology-driven solutions to enhance healthcare infrastructure, expand access to prenatal and postnatal care, and empower women with the tools they need for better health outcomes. Whether you’re a developer, designer, healthcare professional, or passionate individual, your skills can contribute to saving lives and building stronger communities. Let’s come together, collaborate, and create a healthier future for mothers and families across Arkansas. Join us for this hackathon and be part of the change!

Mississippi Telehealth Association Quarterly Meeting (Q2 2024)
2024-04-17 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | DC
The April 2024 session of the Mississippi Telehealth Quarterly Meeting is available for registration. Please see the agenda below and register online.
Agenda:

Teladoc Service Update
Telehealth Locator Update
Virtual Nursing

Attendance is free for members. Non-member fees include a one-year individual membership in the association. The meeting will be held April 17 from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
On-Demand – Mississippi Telehealth Quarterly Meeting, January 2024
The January 2024 session of the Mississippi Telehealth Quarterly Meeting is available as an on-demand download. Please see the agenda below and register for access to this recorded session.
Call for Proposals for the 2024 Telehealth Quarterly Meetings
If you have been interested in sharing information pertaining to best practices or new innovations in telehealth, we welcome you to respond to this call for proposals for our Mississippi Telehealth Quarterly Meetings in 2024.
The anticipated dates for these meetings are:
April 17, 2024
July 10, 2024
October 16, 2024
All quarterly meetings are delivered in virtual format, and presentations may be from a single individual or panel discussion. Presentations should accompany a slide deck in Powerpoint format.
To respond with a proposed session for consideration, e-mail Ryan Kelly at ryan.kelly@mstelehealth.org with the title of the presentation, name of presenter(s), and a 2-3 sentence description of the presentation.

NRTRC 2024 Telehealth Conference
2024-04-29 - 2024-05-01 | DC
Join the Northwest Regional Telehealth Resource Center’s 2024 Conference in Seattle, “The Next Generation of Telehealth: From Reactionary to Visionary”. University of Washington, Husky Union Building
This in-person only event will dive into the transformative journey of telehealth, from its reactive stage of the last three years, to unlocking its visionary potential.

Engage with industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators as we discuss cutting-edge technologies, best practices, and the evolving landscape of digital inclusion in healthcare access. The NRTRC 2024 Conference is approved for up to 20 hours of Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the reshaping of telehealth. Stay tuned to our newsletters and website for more information and embark on a path from reacting to healthcare challenges to envisioning a brighter, healthier future.

Digital Pulse: Legal and Ethical Implications of AI
2024-05-02 00:00 (America/Chicago) | DC
CAP Digital Pulse: AI Innovations in Healthcare Series
Connecting Across Professions (CAP) is a teleconference that focuses on chronic disease, healthcare trends, and interprofessional collaboration. Healthcare professionals can stay current on a variety of health-related topics and earn free continuing education credit at the same time.
This Week:

Legal and Ethical Implications of AI

Speaker(s):

Kevin Ryan, JD, MA, BSRT, ASRN
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Mark Hagemeier, JD
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Objective(s):

Discuss the current state and federal legal restrictions regarding development, deployment and utilization of artificial intelligence generally.
Express the potential benefits of adopting artificial intelligence in business applications and social interactions.
Identify the potential risks to business operations and current societal expectations that might result from inappropriately regulated implementation of artificial intelligence.

View the calendar event on May 2nd for specific login information.

ATA Nexus 2024
2024-05-05 08:00 - 2024-05-07 17:00 UTC | DC
Virtual Care Takes Center Stage at ATA Nexus 2024 We’re a proud partner of ATA’s annual conference, Nexus 2024, May 5-7 in Phoenix, AZ. 2024 is shaping up to be a pivotal moment in the world of virtual care, and Nexus 2024 is poised to be a landmark event – featuring a packed agenda of distinguished speakers, cutting-edge content, and unmatched networking opportunities. This is the year virtual care takes center stage, and we want you to be a part of this journey. Register here.

NRHA Annual Rural Health Conference
2024-05-07 - 2024-05-10 | DC
Join NRHA and hundreds of rural health leaders from across the country down in the bayou to help raise the standard for rural health with over 80 innovative, practical, and cost-saving sessions and much more.
NRHA’s 47th Annual Rural Health Conference, 9th Rural Hospital Innovation Summit, and associated events are May 6-10 in New Orleans, La.
Don’t miss NRHA’s expanded Health Equity Conference May 6-7 and Rural Medical Education Conference occurring immediately beforehand on May 7.

11th Annual Mississippi Rural Health Clinic Conference (Virtual)
2024-05-16 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-17 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
The Rural Health Clinic Conference is a special meeting designed specifically for the rural health clinic members of the Mississippi Rural Health Association. Attendees will hear from industry experts, take part in interactive workshops, and network with their peers.
This conference will feature multiple plenary sessions on billing/coding, compliance, operation management, patient experience, marketing, and tips and strategies for improving care.

Registration rates are a low $75 for Members and $100 for Non-Members

Telehealth Everywhere: gpTRAC Telehealth Conference 2024
2024-05-21 - 2024-05-22 | DC
TELEHEALTH EVERYWHERE! is an annual regional telehealth conference for executives, providers, managers, and staff engaged in the operational aspects of telehealth. We focus on delivering information and experiences that will help drive your organization’s telehealth program forward into the future while also providing foundational information for telehealth beginners.
Target Audience
This conference is for anyone involved in telehealth! It focuses primarily on operational aspects of telehealth, including policy, billing, reimbursement, workflows, performance evaluation, best practices, training, technology optimization, and quality measurement. Whether or not you find exactly what you are looking for, you will definitely find friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful people working to advance telehealth in a variety of settings. There is always something for everyone!
Your Hosts – The Telehealth Resource Centers
TELEHEALTH EVERYWHERE! is hosted by two federally funded telehealth resource centers (TRCs). The Great Plains Telehealth Resource & Assistance Center covers six states (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, and North & South Dakota) and is located at the University of Minnesota. The Heartland Telehealth Resource Center, located at the University of Kansas Medical Center, aims to increase adoption of telehealth in order to better serve rural and underserved residents in Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. This is the second year these TRCs have co-hostd this conference to build partnerships across the greater Midwest region. All TRCs work to provide information and training for all aspects of telehealth with a focus on providers serving rural and underserved populations.

TBI Tech Tips: Technology Tips and Tricks
2024-05-24 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Presented by the Traumatic Brain Injury Program at the UAMS Institute for Digital Health & Sciences
Facilitator: Brandi Dawson, MS
May 24, 2024 – 12:15pm – 1:30pm Central Time
FULL AGENDA (Central Time)

Noon–12:15 p.m. Welcome
12:15–1:30 p.m. Featured Topic: “TBI Tech Tips: Technology Tips and Tricks” with Brandi Dawson, M.S.
1:30–1:35 p.m. Door Prize Drawing
1:35-1:40 p.m. Brain Injury Alliance of Arkansas Update with Laura Dina
1:40-1:45 p.m. Arkansas Resources
1:45–1:55 p.m. Q&A/Open Discussion
1:55–2 p.m. Door Prize Drawing and Closing

A virtual event connecting those living with brain injury, including family members, caregivers and providers, through networking, education and resources.
Questions? Contact Amber Watson at awatson@uams.edu
