Professional Opportunities
Are You Looking For Resources On Lead Prevention? Do You Want Strategies For ADHD in Early Ages?
FREE EDUCATION AND RESOURCES AT OHIO AAP 2024 SPRING EDUCATION MEETING!
Join us Friday, April 19, 2024, at the Dublin Integrated Education Center for our 2024 Spring Education Meeting! Additional details on this year’s meeting below.
Ohio AAP Spring Education Meeting
Friday, April 19, 2024
12:00-3:30 pm
Dublin Integrated Education Center
6805, Bobcat Way, Dublin, OH 43016
We will also be distributing bulk copies of Thanks for Keeping Me Lead Free board books to share with families.
Topics:
- Solutions for ADHD and Behavior Problems in the Young Child (4-6)
- Helping You Make the Case: The Pediatricians Role in Lead Prevention, Working with Your System and Resources for Families
FREE Registration-Boxed Lunches will be provided!
If you cannot attend the meeting and are looking to order bulk copies of our board book or would like custom practice coaching on lead testing and follow-up, please see the links below.
Please contact Elizabeth Dawson at edawson@ohioaap.org with questions.
Weitzman ECHO Series for Ohio:
Improving Women’s Health in Primary Care
Kick-Off Session: Thursday, December 14, 2023 from 12-1 PM
Sessions occur every 2nd and 4th Thursday
Register Now Use access code: WHOHIO when registering.
Weitzman ECHO: Improving Women’s Health in Primary Care is a no-cost continuing education learning community for primary care medical providers and behavioral health providers working in Ohio. This ECHO will feature a multidisciplinary team of experts in obstetrics, gynecology, menopause, women’s mental health, and more! This ECHO series begins December 14 and is offered in collaboration with Buckeye Health Plan and Ohio University.
This ECHO learning series:
- Delivers 24 one-hour sessions exploring the treatment of women’s common and complex health needs in primary care via brief didactic presentations followed by real patient case discussions.
- Covers high-value topics that highlight special populations, screening and prevention, caregiver self-care and wellness, intimate partner violence, and more.
- Provides the opportunity to share your challenging patient cases, hear other providers’ cases, and learn directly from diverse experts in a small group setting.
- Offers actionable clinical pearls through presentations by expert faculty from settings across Ohio.
Seats are limited, so register soon! Use access code: WHOHIO when registering.
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CME, CNE, CPE, and CEU credits will be provided for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clinical social workers, among others, by Community Health Center, Inc., an accredited provider through Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.
In support of improving patient care, Moses/Weitzman Health System, Inc. is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. This designation confers simultaneous continuing education accreditation across nine national accrediting bodies.
Dexcom is excited to announce an educational web series beginning September 7 through October 19, every other Thursday starting at 12:30 p.m. (approximately 30-45 minutes). This web series is for Healthcare Professionals and associates of all levels on the Dexcom CGM systems and our reporting software Dexcom Clarity.
This is informal . . . log in when you can and feel free to eat your lunch! Please find below topics scheduled. Register by clicking on the provided link and pick the topic/topics you would like to listen to. If you prefer to schedule 1:1 time with me instead, feel free to choose that option when registering.
Please feel free to forward to any other healthcare professional.
Stacey Huber Dexcom Learning Series Registration Page
September 7th @ 12:30pm
Introduction to Dexcom G7 and Benefits of CGM. Overview of G7 features, benefits and how CGM can maximize diabetes self-care.
September 21st @ 12:30pm
Dexcom Resources and Website exploration.
October 5th @ 12:30pm
Integrating Dexcom Clarity Software into Your Practice. Overview of Dexcom Clarity, setting up a clinic and benefits for you and your patients.
October 19th @ 12:30pm
Overview of consensus for Time In Range and strategies to help engage patients as part of a diabetes management plan.
A REMINDER will be sent to registrants one day before the scheduled learning.
For questions contact:
Stacey Huber, MSNeD, RN, CDCES
Senior Clinical Account Manager | Dexcom
513-525-4691 | Stacey.huber@dexcom.com
Ohio Valley District
Weitzman ECHO Series for Ohio
Medication-Assisted Treatment
New module launching July 24, 2023 at 12pm ET
Register Now - Use access code: SUDOH
Weitzman ECHO Substance Use Disorders is excited to launch its next continuing education module on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Ohio primary care medical and behavioral health providers. Every session, Ohio-based multidisciplinary experts will offer a trauma-informed, harm-reduction philosophy of care approach and evidence-based clinical pearls to improve the care and health outcomes of patients with substance use disorders.
Offered in collaboration with Buckeye Health and Ohio University, the Medication-Assisted Treatment module offers:
- Free CME/CE sessions every 2nd and 4th Monday from 12pm to 1pm ET
- High-value MAT presentations focused on a variety of substances including opioid, tobacco, alcohol, and stimulant use disorders along with other applicable topics like urine drug screening and reducing the risk of prescribing drugs
- Opportunities to share your challenging substance use disorder patient cases, hear other providers’ cases, and learn directly from diverse experts in a small group setting
CME, CNE, CPE, and CEU credits will be provided for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clinical pharmacists, and clinical social workers, among others, by Moses/Weitzman Health System, an accredited provider through Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education
Diabetes in Adolescents and Pediatrics Module
Weitzman ECHO Series for Ohio:
Diabetes Across the Lifespan
New module launching July 18, 2023
Sessions occur every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 12pm to 1pm ET
Register Now! To register, use access code: diabetesoh
Weitzman ECHO Diabetes Across the Lifespan provides Ohio primary care medical providers and clinicians the opportunity to hear from subject-matter experts, including a pediatrician, endocrinologist, dietitian, lifestyle medicine physician, and two psychologists. At each session, these Ohio-based multidisciplinary experts will provide guidance to address pediatric patients’ complex health needs related to evaluating, treating, and managing type 1 and 2 diabetes.
Offered in collaboration with Buckeye Health and Ohio University, the Diabetes in Adolescents and Pediatrics module offers:
- Evidence-based clinical pearls to improve outcomes for pediatric and adolescent patients with type 1 and 2 diabetes
- High-value topics focused on pediatric diabetes care to address important diabetes management factors like family engagement in care, school-based care, type 2 prevention, and developmental and socialization considerations
- Opportunities to share your challenging patient cases, hear other providers’ cases, and receive primary care case recommendations from Ohio experts
Seats are limited, so register soon!
CME, CNE, CPE, and CEU credits will be provided for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, clinical pharmacists, registered dietitian nutritionists, and clinical social workers, among others, by Moses/Weitzman Health System, an accredited provider through Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.
As Centene continues our collaboration with the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved (ACU), we have another opportunity for our network providers for a virtual suicide prevention training at no cost.
On July 11 at 2-3 p.m. ET, ACU is planning to offer a national Suicide Safer Care webinar intended to support newly practicing clinicians and clinicians in training with practical tools/tips for suicide prevention.
The registration link is live now.
(NOTE: The presentation slide deck and additional information will be shared soon.)
Diabetes during Pregnancy and Postpartum
Weitzman ECHO Series for Ohio:
Diabetes Across the Lifespan
New module launches May 2, 2023
Sessions occur every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 12pm to 1pm ET
Register Here
To register, use access code: diabetesoh
Weitzman ECHO Diabetes Across the Lifespan is excited to launch its new module on diabetes in pregnant and postpartum populations and provide Ohio primary care medical providers and clinicians the opportunity to hear from subject-matter experts.
At each session, these Ohio-based multidisciplinary experts offer guidance to improve health outcomes for pregnant and postpartum patients, help patients navigate services to address barriers to postpartum care, and treat diabetes complications and co-morbidities more effectively in primary care.
Offered in collaboration with Buckeye Health and Ohio University, the Pregnancy and Postpartum module offers:
- Evidence-based clinical pearls to improve outcomes for pregnant and postpartum patients with diabetes
- Opportunities to share your challenging patient cases, hear other providers’ cases and receive primary care case recommendations from obstetrics, gynecology, and endocrinology experts
- High-value topics focused on pregnancy and diabetes care, including screening for gestational diabetes, dietary modifications, barriers to postpartum care, and breastfeeding!
Seats are limited, so register soon!
Register here using the access code: diabetesoh
CME, CNE, CPE, and CEU credits will be provided for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, clinical pharmacists, registered dietitian nutritionists, and clinical social workers, among others, by Moses/Weitzman Health System, an accredited provider through Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.
Improving Outcomes for People with Disabilities Virtual Roundtables
The OAHP and OCALI are providing an outstanding opportunity to deepen your understanding of people with disabilities and population health. The one-hour ‘Improving Outcomes for People with Disabilities’ virtual roundtables include lived experience, didactic presentation and opportunity for interaction. Each session is designed to challenge your thinking, change your practice, and provide you with resources. Special attention will be paid to topics such as intersectionality and equity. See the PDF for more details and to register.
Learn more about: Risk Adjustment Documentation and Coding
Each webinar includes an overview of Risk Adjustment (RA) and Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCCs). To register, please click on the date you want to attend to be taken to the registration. .
Leading Practices for HCC Documentation and Coding
March 15 @ 6pm (EST)
March 17@ 9am (EST)
HCC Coding & Documentation Trends to Avoid
HHS Risk Adjustment – What do you need to know
Application of MEAT Criteria & Specificity in Coding
Practical Approaches to HCC Coding and Risk Adjustment
HHS Risk Adjustment – What do you need to know
Commonly Missed and Miscoded Diagnosis Codes
Coding for Cardiovascular Conditions
Proper Coding for Diabetic Conditions
HHS Risk Adjustment – What do you need to know
ODM's Comprehensive Primary Care (CPC) program year 2023’s quarterly informational meeting series.
This will take place virtually via GoToWebinar on the following dates and times:
Tuesday, February 14, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- Topics to be covered:
- Learn how to create and log in using an OH|ID account
- Hear different ways the MCO's can assist with activity requirements and care coordination
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- Topics to be covered:
- Learn more details on improving foster care supports for youth
- Get tips on how to link up and communicate effectively with local school
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
- Topics to be covered:
- Hear about some innovative CPC practice methods in the state
- Explore ways to improve risk stratification
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
- Topics to be covered:
- Learn some handy tips and tricks for enrollment in the CPC program
- Hear more about how PNM operates for CPC
- Gain insight on assigning user roles in PNM
*Pleae note: The above topics are subject to change therefore webinar details will be communicated prior to each session.
Please ensure you are registered for the series by signing up here.
We look forward to collaborating with you and your team about the CPC program. Thank you for all that you do to improve the lives of the citizens we serve.
Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is committed to providing access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and other applicable laws. To request an interpreter, written information in a language other than English or in other formats (large print, audio, accessible electronic formats, other formats), or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact ODM’s Civil Rights/ADA Coordinator at 614-995-9981/TTY 711, fax 1-614- 644-1434, or ODM_EEO_EmployeeRelations@medicaid.ohio.gov. Requests should be made at least three business days prior to the scheduled event. If you believe ODM has failed to provide these services or discriminated in another way, you can file a grievance with ODM’s civil rights coordinator and/or file a civil rights complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights. Further information on these processes and ODM’s compliance with civil rights and other applicable laws can be found in their Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Weitzman ECHO Substance Use Disorders
Managing Patients with Substance Use Disorders in Primary Care
Kick-off Session:
Monday, February 13, 2023 from 12-1 PM ET
Sessions occur every 2nd and 4th Monday
Register Here
Use access code: SUDOH
Weitzman ECHO Substance Use Disorders is a no-cost continuing education learning community for primary care medical providers and behavioral health providers working in Ohio. This ECHO will feature a multidisciplinary team of experts, including an Addiction Psychiatrist, a Chemical Dependency and Clinical Counselor, the Chief Medical Officer of the Ohio Association of Community Health Centers, and more! This ECHO series begins February 13 and is offered in collaboration with Buckeye Health Plan and Ohio University.
This ECHO learning series:
- Delivers 24 one-hour sessions exploring the complexity of substance use disorders during each session via brief didactic presentations followed by real patient case discussions.
- Covers high-value substance use topics focused on harm reduction, trauma informed practices, co-occurring psychiatric and medical conditions, medication management, polysubstance use, motivational interviewing, and more!
- Provides the opportunity to share your challenging substance use disorder patient cases, hear other providers’ cases, and learn directly from diverse experts in a small group setting.
Offers actionable clinical pearls through presentations by expert faculty from multiple Ohio federally qualified health centers and Ohio University.
CME, CNE, CPE, and CEU credits will be provided for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, clinical social workers, among others, by Community Health Center, Inc., an accredited provider through Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.
New learning series launching:
October 18, 2022 at 12pm ET
Occurs every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 12pm to 1pm ET
Register! To register, use access code: diabetesoh
In collaboration with Buckeye Health Plan and Ohio University, the Weitzman Institute is offering Weitzman ECHO Diabetes Across the Lifespan. This ECHO series begins October 18 and is now enrolling Ohio primary care medical providers and clinicians.
At each session, a multidisciplinary group of subject-matter experts from Ohio University will provide advice and guidance to address patients’ complex health needs related to diabetes to screen, assess, treat, and manage patients with all types of diabetes.
The ECHO program:
- Delivers 4 population-focused modules exploring diabetes first in aging adults, then the program will explore pregnant and postpartum, adolescent, and pediatric populations. Covers high-value topics focused on diabetes across different stages of life, including medication management, microvascular and macrovascular diseases, depression and diabetes, and social determinants of health.
- Provides the opportunity to share your challenging diabetes patient cases, hear other providers’ cases, and learn from diverse experts in a small group setting.
- Offers actionable clinical pearls through brief didactic presentations by expert faculty from Ohio University
- Meets regularly via Zoom twice a month on Tuesdays from 12pm to 1pm for 12 months.
Seats are limited, so register soon!
Registration is limited to providers in Ohio and surrounding Appalachian states. To register, use access code: diabetesoh
CME and CE credits will be provided for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, clinical pharmacists, registered dietitian nutritionists, and clinical social workers, among others, by Community Health Center, Inc., an accredited provider through Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.
In support of improving patient care, Community Health Center, Inc. is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. This designation confers simultaneous continuing education accreditation across nine national accrediting bodies.
Date: Training date has expired, but please see link below to materials you can still receive.
Learning objectives:
- Detail the scope of provider and staff suicide, what factors contribute to this phenomenon, and the impact of COVID-19.
- Share practical organizational approaches to address suicide risk and help prevent suicide in providers and team members during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, including management training and response plans.
- Understand postvention strategies, how to support survivors, and provide opportunities for individual and group assistance.
Presenter:
Dr. Virna Little, PSyD, LCSW-r, SAP, CCM, Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Concert Health, Co-Founder of Zero Overdose
We are making available to you a Fact Sheet and Online Toolkit of resources at this link: Preventing Suicide, even if you don't attend the seminar.
This webinar is made possible by the generous support of the Centene Corporation.