Renal Disease Overview

Betsy Graham-Mueller, Senior Medical Science Liaison at CorMedix provides a comprehensive overview of renal disease, focusing on chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage renal disease (ESRD), and dialysis-related complications. The session highlights disparities in renal health for rural populations, the importance of early detection and treatment, and strategies to prevent catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs). Betsy also discusses practical prevention methods, such as infection control protocols and patient-first approaches, to improve outcomes for high-risk individuals. The video runs for approximately 33 minutes.

Antimicrobial Stewardship: Join the Fight

In this webinar, Madison Riojas, Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist at the Oklahoma State Department of Health, shares valuable insights on antimicrobial stewardship tailored for rural providers. The presentation covers the importance of combating antibiotic resistance, utilizing resources like regional antibiograms, and implementing the CDC’s core elements for stewardship programs. Madison highlights practical strategies, such as gap analysis, optimizing vancomycin dosing, and addressing penicillin allergies while showcasing tools for tracking and reporting antibiotic use. Participants also learn about statewide trends, available resources, and actionable steps to strengthen their stewardship practices. The video runs for approximately 40 minutes.

Oklahoma ABLE Tech Programs and Services

In this webinar, Shelley Gladden from Oklahoma Able Tech shares an overview of the resources and programs available to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities in Oklahoma. She explains what assistive technology (AT) is, its various forms, and how it can help people accomplish daily tasks. Shelly discusses Able Tech’s core programs, including device demonstrations, short-term loans, durable equipment exchanges, and partnerships, like the one with the Oklahoma Healthcare Authority, to provide refurbished equipment at no cost. She also covers the financial loan program, digital accessibility initiatives, and the newly launched Assistive Technology Respite Kits for caregivers. Shelly provides tips on how to find funding for AT. The video runs for approximately 34 minutes.

Critical Access Hospitals and Rural Emergency Hospitals in Oklahoma, October 2024

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2024 Rural Hospital CEO/CFO Webinar Series Part 4: Swing Bed Development

In the final installment of the 2024 Rural Hospital CEO/CFO Webinar Series, industry experts Jonathan Pantenburg and Nicole Thorell from Wintergreen discuss the role of swing bed programs in enhancing the financial health of Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs). Discover how these programs boost revenue streams and ensure that quality care remains accessible to your local community.

This 37-minute session wraps up our comprehensive four-part series designed to equip rural hospital administrators with essential insights and strategies for success.

2024 Health Equity Webinar Series Part 5: Implementation & Evaluation

Lindsay Corcoran of Wintergreen joins Lara Brooks from the Oklahoma Office of Rural Health for the final installment of the 2024 Health Equity Webinar Series. In this session, Lindsay addresses the importance of sustaining key activities and measuring success and outcomes. The video runs for approximately 43 minutes.

2024 Rural Hospital CEO/CFO Webinar Series Part 3: Chronic Care Management

In the third installment of the 2024 Rural Hospital CEO/CFO Webinar Series, Nicole Thorell from Wintergreen and Lara Brooks from the Oklahoma Office of Rural Health discuss the benefits of establishing a chronic care management plan for critical access hospitals. The video runs for approximately 20 minutes and provides valuable insights into how such plans can improve patient outcomes and hospital efficiency. This installment is part of a four-part series aimed at providing crucial information and strategies for rural hospital administrators.

How to Conduct a Successful Community Health Needs Assessment

Kim Hunwardsen from Eide Bailly joins Lara Brooks to discuss strategies for hospitals to complete community health needs assessments (CHNAs) that comply with federal regulations. Her presentation emphasizes the importance of gathering comprehensive data, engaging community stakeholders, and aligning the assessment process with the requirements set by the IRS and other federal guidelines. The video runs for approximately 60 minutes.

2024 Health Equity Webinar Series Part 4: Community Collaboration

Lindsay Corcoran of Stroudwater Associates joins Lara Brooks from the Oklahoma Office of Rural Health for the fourth installment of the 2024 Health Equity Webinar Series. In this session, Lindsay discusses the importance of community collaboration and overcoming partnership barriers. The video runs for approximately 54 minutes. This is the fourth of five webinars in the series.

Oklahoma Well Owner Network Testing Program

Join Dr. Jeff Sadler from the Oklahoma Water Resources Center at OSU for an informative webinar about the Oklahoma Well Owner Network (OWON) and the importance of regular well water testing. Private well owners in Oklahoma are solely responsible for ensuring their drinking water is safe. The OWON program offers free water quality screening of household wells in collaboration with county Extension offices and other community partners. Watch the full recording (approximately 40 minutes) for valuable insights and information.

2024 Health Equity Webinar Series Part 3: Data Collection and Analysis

Lindsay Corcoran of Stroudwater Associates, joins Lara Brooks from the Oklahoma Office of Rural Health for the third installment of the 2024 Health Equity Webinar Series. In this session, Lindsay highlights the importance of health data and offers an overview of best practices in data collection. The video runs for approximately 58 minutes. This is the third of five webinars in the series.

2024 Rural Hospital CEO/CFO Webinar Series Part 2: Medicare Advantage Analysis and Strategies

Join Zach Boser from Wintergreen for an in-depth webinar on Medicare Advantage, specifically tailored for Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs). Zach covers the fundamentals of Medicare Advantage, key strategies to optimize reimbursement and improve patient care, and the rapid growth of Medicare Advantage and its implications for rural providers. Additionally, Zach presents a detailed case study analysis by Wintergreen and shares best practices and solutions to effectively address the challenges associated with Medicare Advantage. The video runs for around 51 minutes and is the second installment of a four-part series.

Oklahoma Healthy Brain Initiative

Join Jacob Guinan and Morgan Hamilton from the Oklahoma State Department of Health as they discuss the agency's Healthy Brain Initiative. In this 30-minute recording, they discuss a range of topics, including educational opportunities, the statewide coalition, and the Dementia Friendly Oklahoma Recognition Program.

Rural Health Information Exchange (HIE) Implementation

Representatives from the Oklahoma Foundation for Medical Quality (OFMQ) and MyHealth Access Network join Lara Brooks to discuss the Oklahoma Health Information Exchange (HIE) and implementation strategies for rural healthcare providers. The video is approximately 58 minutes long.

2024 Health Equity Webinar Series Part 2: Strategy

Lindsay Corcoran of Stroudwater Associates, joins Lara Brooks from the Oklahoma Office of Rural Health for the second installment of the 2024 Health Equity Webinar Series. Lindsay discusses the importance of integrating health equity into an organization’s strategy and explores approaches to prioritize health equity as a strategic objective. The video is approximately 58 minutes long. This is the second installment of a five-part webinar series.

2024 National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Site Certification Process

Jana Castleberry and Melanie Reese from the Oklahoma Office of Primary Care and Rural Health Development join Lara Brooks to discuss the upcoming National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site certification. The wide-ranging discussion includes information about the primary care health professional shortage area (HPSA) designation process, the NHSC Loan Repayment Program, OK Health Corps, J-1 Visa Waivers, and the Conrad 30 Waiver program. The recording lasts approximately 53 minutes.

Economic Impact of a Rural Health Clinic

Staff from the OSU Center of Rural Health, Oklahoma Office of Rural Health, along with faculty from the OSU Department of Agricultural Economics presented a research poster at the National Rural Health Association's 47th Annual Rural Health Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. The poster examined the economic impact of federally designated rural health clinics (RHC) in Oklahoma.

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2024 Rural Hospital CEO/CFO Webinar Series Part 1: Ensuring Long-Term Success - 2024 Revenue Cycle Strategies

In the first installment of the 2024 Rural Hospital CEO/CFO Webinar Series, Jennifer Cooper from Wintergreen and Lara Brooks from the Oklahoma Office of Rural Health discuss strategies for hospitals to optimize their revenue cycle in today's reimbursement environment. The video runs for around 37 minutes, and this is just the first installment of a four-part series.

2024 Health Equity Webinar Series Part 1: Overview

Lindsay Corcoran of Stroudwater Associates, joins Lara Brooks from the Oklahoma Office of Rural Health for the first installment of the 2024 Health Equity Webinar Series. Lindsay presents a general overview of health equity, social determinants of health, and new CMS health equity measures for rural providers. The video lasts approximately 43 minutes.

This is the 1st installment of a 5 part webinar series.

The Future of MBQIP: Are You Ready?

Join Lara Brooks and representatives from the Telligen Rural Quality Improvement Technical Assistance (RQITA) Resource Center, for an insightful discussion on the 2025 MBQIP core measures. In this approximately 58-minute video, experts share essential information on best practices for core measure data collection, implementation timelines, and reporting strategies.

Evaluating Telehealth Services

Molly Brown, director of the Heartland Telehealth Resource Center, joins Lara Brooks and shares insights on boosting #telehealth services using the HTRC assessment tool and accessing HTRC resources and technical assistance. The recording lasts approximately 45 minutes.