CHAPcast by Community Health Accreditation Partner

Kathleen Kerr from Transforming Care Partners joins Jennifer Kennedy to talk about how Palliative Care providers and payers address the questions/uncertainties regarding what to provide, to whom, by whom, how to assess, and a lot of variation in those elements.

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We know that health disparities have existed in various ways, but it took a pandemic to shine a light on a critical topic. How do we increase access to quality care and serve the underserved? Jennifer Kennedy and Nicole M. Davis tackle the newly posted CMS Framework for Health Equity and talk about what this means for providers. Check out our Health Equity blog for more information.

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As a nurse, witnessing the pervasive disparities in healthcare access was a profound wake-up call. Our conversation with Marisette Hassan takes us on a journey through the challenges and aspirations of achieving health equity, a mission that has never been more critical than in the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic. When systems fail to serve everyone equally, the consequences are dire, and our discussion underlines the urgency of this issue. With Marisette's insights on the CMS health equity framework, we unpack the layers of this complex issue, from the importance of data collection to the necessity of culturally tailored services.

• CMS Framework
• TEP Report

With the pandemic spotlighting the stark inequities impacting Black and Brown communities, the episode with Marisette Hassan navigates the intricate paths of the CMS framework designed to bridge these alarming gaps. As we dissect the five priorities of this framework, it becomes clear that understanding and addressing the social determinants of health goes beyond mere demographics. It's a call to action for inclusive imagery, language accessibility, and a healthcare system that welcomes diversity in all forms, including provision for those with disabilities and hearing challenges. This comprehensive strategy reflects a commitment to not just heal but to include, resonating deeply with us as healthcare professionals seeking to serve all communities effectively.
Our final reflections circle back to the role of leadership in championing health equity. Sharing the excitement of developing CHAP's health equity standards, we highlight the incremental steps taken towards this monumental goal. Acknowledging Marisette's invaluable contributions, we invite our listeners to become part of a movement towards a healthcare landscape that's not only quality-driven but also equitable. Join us as we explore the nuances of health equity and take away insights that will empower you to partake in the transformation of healthcare into a system that truly caters to everyone.

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Join us for an insightful episode as we dissect the top 10 home health deficiencies for 2023 with CHAP's esteemed Clinical Nurse Educator, Keri Culhane. With decades of expertise in post-acute healthcare, Keri sheds light on persistent issues and emerging trends in care planning, emphasizing the critical elements of the plan of care and the necessity for individualized care plans. Understand why "cookie cutter" approaches often driven by electronic medical records (EMRs) are falling short and discover new deficiencies around maintaining complete records and conducting timely initial assessments. Keri also offers practical strategies like using SMART goals and customizing EMR processes to enhance compliance and improve care quality. Our conversation also covers critical infection control practices, with an emphasis on hand hygiene and bag technique during field visits among other essential information. Listen to find out.
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1. Upcoming Accreditation Intensives
2. PDF of the Top 10 Home Health Deficiencies for 2023
3. CHAPcast: Hospice Top 10

Be sure to listen for details on our upcoming micro-learning sessions dedicated to individualized care plan development, designed to help you meet and exceed CHAP standards.

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In this episode, Bobbie Warner and Jennifer Kennedy walk through the top 10 deficiencies found during Hospice surveys in 2022.

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