San_Diego_ - the San Diego Imperial Chapter of HFMA
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San_Diego_ - the San Diego Imperial Chapter of HFMA
Fall Edition - November 20141 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 1 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter Message from the President Inside This Issue President’s Message 1 Membership 2 Education & Events 3-6 Articles 7-8 Certification By: Shannon Vanderbilt President San Diego—Imperial Chapter of HFMA It is already autumn and more than a quarter of this HFMA year is complete. I hope you have had a chance to participate in some of the great education the chapter has put together this year. The chapter recently co-hosted a successful Fall Conference with the Southern California Chapter. 9 Awards & Volunteerism 10 Sponsor Highlights 11-12 Sponsor Benefits 13-14 Finance Update 15 This year marks the 24th year of this great event and was held in Orange County at the Hyatt. The chapter is looking forward to co-hosting again next year. The chapter leadership continues to work diligently at putting together excellent educational and social events. Here are just a few of the events coming up in the next few months so watch you email for invitations and be sure to mark on your calendars: November 13th – Excel Webinar December 2nd – Legislative Update and CEO/CFO Panel & Holiday Networking event December 11th – 2015 Coding and Regulatory Updates Webinar January 11th – 14th – Region 11 & Golf Tournament 2014-2015 Chapter Leadership Shannon Vanderbilt - President Jennifer Hays - President-Elect Judy Riesen - Vice President Fahd Benabdeljalil -Treasurer Deanna Sandoval- Secretary Aaron McDaniel - Program Debbie Binczewski- Membership Chris Udell - Newsletter Margie Drobatschewsky- Sponsorship Jeff Goodall - Social Pia Labos– Immediate Past President Susan May - Certification Kathy Cain - CHA Liaison 2013-2014 Bryan Webster - Webmaster Julie Haluska - Founders Contact Julie Haluska - Awards & Volunteerism The annual membership satisfaction survey is currently underway and we strongly encourage our membership to participate. The chapter leadership will use these results to guide us when planning future events. The survey touches on everything from the topics we cover to the time of the month we host events. It is invaluable information, so please take a few minutes and complete it. The survey ends on November 17th. As the holidays approach I hope that we all can take the time to appreciate the little things that make all the hard work worthwhile. Our industry is challenging, but very rewarding and my hope is that the San Diego Chapter of HFMA is helping provide you with the tools and resources you need to succeed. Please feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any concerns, suggestions, or feedback; my email is [email protected]. I look forward to hearing from you soon and seeing you at our upcoming events. Thank you. Diana Gernhart - Region 11 Executive Rina Patel— DCMS Contact Shannon Vanderbilt Fall Edition - November 20142 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 2 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter By: Debbie Binczewski Welcome aboard new members! We are excited about the prospects for growing our great chapter. I want to recognize our New Members who joined between August 2014 and October 2014. Please Join us in Welcoming Our New Members Jaynelle Stichler - San Diego State University Jin Nguyen - Kaiser Permanente Peter Rodrigues - Centrak Inc. Reid Sund - AKT CPAs John Vera - Golden Hour Kevin Min - West Living Brad Wise - GE Healthcare Sean Benfield - CareFusion Basak Kaya - HFS Consultants Matt Bacino - Cardinal Health We are very excited about the upcoming year. HFMA is giving out great new prizes as incentives to help us grow our Chapter membership. Please see the HFMA National website for the new prizes and more details at: http://www.hfma.org/mgam . If you have any questions regarding becoming a member or any membership questions please contact me at [email protected]. Thank you Debbie Binczewski, Fall Edition - November 20143 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 3 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter Upcoming Events Save the Dates! November 13, 2014 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Making Excel Work for You Webinar Pivot Tables & Vlookup Formulas, Basic Macros Various Tips and Tricks for Finance Staff Please visit the following link for more information and to register: https://www.anymeeting.com/AccountManager/RegEv.aspx?PIID=EB51DC8980473D December 2, 2014 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Annual Regulatory Update with CEO/CFO Roundtable AMN Healthcare 12400 High Bluff Dr, Suite 100 San Diego Please visit the following link for more information and to register: http://www.cvent.com/events/december-2nd-annual-regulatory-update-with-ceo-cfo-roundtable/invitation-39b15930e91c49709ed13ea8c92bd44d.aspx December 8, 2014 OIG Updates Webinar Please visit the following link for more information and to register: http://hfmanortherncalifornia.cmail2.com/t/ViewEmail/r/224A2F8E6E81D9CD2540EF23F30FEDED December 11, 2014 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM Webinar Hawaii: 2015 Annual Coding and Regulatory Updates Please visit the following link for more information and to register: http://www.hfma.org/Content.aspx?id=23837 January 11, 2015 - January 14, 2015 HFMA Region 11 Healthcare Symposium & Golf Tournament Manchester Hyatt, San Diego CA Please visit the following link for updates: http://www.hfmasandiego.org/site/epage/92941_492.htm January 12, 2015 OIG Updates Webinar Please visit the following link for more information and to register: http://hfmanortherncalifornia.cmail2.com/t/ViewEmail/r/224A2F8E6E81D9CD2540EF23F30FEDED Suggestions for educational sessions are always welcome. Please contact Aaron McDaniel Program Chair for 2014-2015: [email protected] with suggestions or comments. Fall Edition - November 20144 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 4 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter Revenue Cycle 101 & Customer Service Training The San Diego – Imperial Chapter hosted back to back events on August 18-19 geared towards revenue cycle staff. These sessions were well received by local provider staff as we focused one day on Customer Service Excellence in the revenue cycle and the other was the popular HFMA program – Revenue Cycle 101. These sessions were led by long time HFMA trainer and revenue cycle consultant, Vicki Morgan. The sessions included great training materials, including training videos that participants could bring back to their organizations and use with their teams. Keep these events in mind next year for all revenue cycle staff, students and others interested in the topic. You’ll get a great ‘bang for your buck’ with these very low cost training programs, keep an eye out for 2015! Patient Access Day October 3rd was the Patient Access Day event hosted by AMN Healthcare in their beautiful auditorium in the Del Mar area. The event featured several speakers and a provider panel in discussions around important Patient Access topics related to ACA and supporting the uninsured. The day began with a presentation from the Free Choice Healthcare Foundation and their success helping the uninsured in partnership with healthcare providers. The day then moved into follow up presentations on ACA related issues and Medi-Cal changes and strategies to help providers and patients through the maze that is the ACA. Ana Gonzalez from Diversified Healthcare and Lynn Otani from Otani Consulting shared their years of experience and discussed strategy with providers in a well-received discussion. The day ended with a provider panel including Peggy Kiolbasa from UHS, Mollie Drake from Scripps Health and Maria Jimenez from Sharp Healthcare moderated by HFMA Program Chair Aaron McDaniel. The panel discussion allowed providers to share their challenges, strategies and success stories during the first year of open enrollment in ACA and the newly expanded Medi-Cal program. Attendees participated in and thoroughly enjoyed the open panel discussion forum. Feedback on the event was very positive and everyone looks forward to this event becoming an annual activity to welcome in the new membership year. Please be sure to check the San Diego - Imperial HFMA website for updates on future education events. By: Aaron McDaniel Fall Edition - November 20145 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 5 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter Fall Edition - November 20146 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 6 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter 2nd Annual HFMA Region 11 Fun ‘N’ Sun Golf Tournament Where -Coronado Municipal Golf Course – Just minutes from Manchester Hyatt Hotel. When - Sunday, January 11, 2015, 7:30AM registration and 8:30AM Start time Why – The view, the fun, the golf….do you need more? Coronado is local San Diego favorite for view and golf. It boasts spectacular views of the downtown San Diego skyline, boats in San Diego Bay, the Coronado Bridge, and the World Famous Hotel Del Coronado Format – 4 person teams will compete in a scramble format for lots of fabulous prizes and fun….(small number of prizes but lots of fun). How - Register on line for symposium or golf at http://www.hfmaregion11symposium.org/golf_info.lasso How much - Individual ($105) Foursome ($400) All registrations include green fees, golf cart, tee prizes and a BBQ lunch. Fall Edition - November 20147 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 7 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter BY JOHN HARRIS AND IDETTE ELIZONDO The number of physician-led ACOs is growing faster than the number of hospital-physician ACOs. Increasing numbers of physician groups are evaluating bundled payment arrangements. Payers are working directly with physicians on patient-centered medical homes (PCMHs). It appears that physician-led accountable care initiatives are here to stay. In some markets, physician-led networks may compete successfully by driving down hospital utilization and shifting referrals to low-cost or more cooperative hospitals. For hospitals in those markets, it will be essential to partner effectively with physician-led accountable care initiatives. By doing so, preferred hospitals could gain market share to offset utilization reductions. To become a preferred partner for physician-led initiatives, hospitals should focus on five areas: Admissions and readmissions Avoidable emergency department (ED) visits Post-acute care Employed physicians Contracted rates Manage admissions and readmissions. Accountable care initiatives seek to avoid the costs associated with avoidable admissions or readmissions. Supporting physician efforts to better manage patients with chronic conditions is the best way to achieve this goal. Intensive case management programs for patients whose conditions are the most complex also can help reduce avoidable admissions. By working closely with physician-led ACOs on clinical protocols, communication plans, and the flow of patient medical information, a hospital can strengthen relations with the ACO and increase the likelihood that it will be chosen by the ACO for more elective services. Reduce avoidable ED visits. Physician-led ACOs rightly see avoidable ED visits as both costly and reflective of poor quality care. They will want better communication from EDs, with immediate outreach to the primary care physician of patients who visit the EDs. Fall Edition - November 20148 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 8 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter Coordinate care with post-acute providers. Ensuring a smooth transition out of the hospital is critical to managing both quality and cost. Physician-led ACOs may form networks of post-acute providers to help achieve this objective. Hospitals can make themselves more attractive as partners by working with post-acute providers that are willing and able to implement continuum-of-care protocols to address issues such as reducing infections, readmissions, and length of stay. It may be useful to identify and work with facilities that have more resources and better nurse/physician staffing ratios, or that are connected with the hospital via rounding physicians or affiliated medical directors. Align employed physicians. Hospitals with large networks of employed physicians, including specialists, may benefit if those employed physicians can participate in a physician-led ACO or support the ACO’s efforts. For example, hospital-employed specialists can focus on chronic care management and other initiatives to help the ACO succeed. Address contracted rates. Physician-led ACOs will look to manage costs by selecting hospitals that have lower contracted rates with payers. This tactic can work for commercial plan deals, and low-cost hospitals should tout this advantage. However, in Medicare ACO and bundled payments programs, hospital inpatient rates are normalized, so there is no meaningful difference in cost, even between teaching and community hospitals. (See the July 2013 Blog post by John Harris and Carole Graham for a more detailed explanation.) By being a good partner with physician-led accountable care initiatives, hospitals can align effectively with community physicians, possibly increasing market share. John Harris is a principal, DGA Partners, Bala Cynwyd, PA. Idette Elizondo is a manager, DGA Partners, Bala Cynwyd, PA. Publication Date: Tuesday, October 07, 2014 This article originally appeared on the hfm blog, www.hfma.org/hfmblog. Used with permission.” Fall Edition - November 20149 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 9 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter By: Susan May , CHFP Certification Committee Chair Over the past year’s columns, we have talked about HOW to become certified through HFMA. Today, I would like to talk about maintaining the certification. Obtaining CHFP or FHFMA certification is not easy. It takes work and dedication to achieve certification. But once you have achieved this designation, what do you need to do to maintain certification? HFMA’s website is a great source of information regarding achieving and maintaining certification. The requirements mentioned here have been taken directly from HFMA.ORG. HFMA members who have earned either the Certified Healthcare Financial Professional or Fellow of HFMA designation must maintain their certification by meeting two basic requirements: Remain an active HFMA member in good standing Complete 60 contact hours in eligible education programs every three years Reporting your Activities: You must show evidence of maintaining your CHFP or FHFMA designation every three years. Your three-year reporting period ends on May 31 of the "good through" year shown in your member record and begins on June 1 three years prior to your "good through" year. Failure to meet the maintenance requirements by May 31 of the "good through" year will result in removal of your designation on September 1 of the "good through" year. The designation must then be re-earned by successfully completing the required certification exams and meeting the other requirements for certification. Please note that failure to renew your HFMA membership can also lead to removal of your designation. It is your responsibility to self-report your education activities using the online reporting tool. The only activities that do not need to be self-reported are activities sponsored by HFMA National for which you have received CPE credit. San Diego Chapter Certified Members The following San Diego Chapter HFMA members have achieved and maintained either CHFP or Fellow certifications. These members have made a commitment to their profession and have continuously stayed abreast of the changes in the healthcare finance community through continued education. HFMA San Diego Chapter is a great source for continuing education! Bravo to our Certified Members! Kevin R. Anderson, CHFP Dan Bannister, CHFP William M. Comer, Jr., FHFMA, CPA, CMPE Jeff K. Coolican, CHFP Kari S. Cornicelli, FHFMA, CPA Mendy-Sue L. Drew, FHFMA Moises Eilemberg, FHFMA John M Garcia, FHFMA Frank C. Gless, FHFMA Reid Hollyfield, FHFMA Alece L. Hon, FHFMA Thomas S. Kumura, FHFMA Jeffrey M. Lambert, CMA, FHFMA C. Patrick Lash, FHFMA, CPA Susan A. May, CHFP,CRCR Mayflor A Mejia-Obispo, CHFP Maya Mohan, FHFMA Timothy Nguyen, FHFMA,CRCR Judy A. Riesen, FHFMA Randolph P Siwabessy, CHFP Lisa Marie Thakur, FHFMA, CPA Robert C. Tyk, FHFMA Xiang Wu, CHFP Please contact me at [email protected] or 760-739-2035 if you are interested in learning more about certification. You can also go to http://www.hfma.org/chfp/ to download the certification brochure, or I can email you a copy. Fall Edition - November 201410 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 10 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter Julie Haluska Awards & Volunteerism Founders Merit Award System The Founders Merit Award Series was revised in April 2004, returning to its core purpose of "Recognizing the Volunteer in You." Point categories were adjusted to reflect volunteer activity only-eliminating the accumulation of points for membership and educational attendance. Corresponding point allocations and award levels were simultaneously adjusted. HFMA encourages continuous active participation at the local and national levels. Therefore, the point system and award levels have been established to promote continuous active participation in HFMA. The Awards The William G. Follmer Bronze Award is awarded after an individual has earned 25 (formerly 100) member points. This award is named after William G. Follmer, who is credited with the creation of the American Association of Hospital Accountants (AAHA) (now HFMA). The Robert H. Reeves Silver Award is awarded to an individual who has earned 50 (formerly 200) total member points. Reeves, an organizing member of the AAHA, was elected president of AAHA in 1956 and was instrumental in creating the structure of AAHA. The Frederick T. Muncie Gold Award is presented to a member who has earned a total of 75 (formerly 300) member points. This award honors Frederick T. Muncie, an organizing member of the AAHA, and the first president of the association (1947-1949). Muncie also assisted in the organization of the first AAHA chapter (First Illinois). The Founders Medal of Honor was added in 1986 and is conferred by nomination of the Chapter Board of Directors. This prestigious award recognizes an individual who has been actively involved in HFMA for at least three years after earning the Muncie Gold Award, has provided significant service at the chapter, regional and/or national level in at least two of those years, and remains a member in good standing. A chapter may nominate members for this award at any time during the year. Any question, please contact Julie Haluska at [email protected] Fall Edition - November 201411 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 11 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter We thank our ongoing sponsors, as they are part of our own "Revenue Cycle." With the Sponsors ongoing financial support, the Chapter can in turn continue providing local economical education, and our members benefit from the education and meeting the Sponsors. For Sponsorship Opportunities please contact Jennifer Hays - [email protected] Turning Point Revenue Cycle Solutions identifies highly qualified healthcare personnel to assist you in your hiring needs, matching skill sets to your opportunity and culture. We ensure the candidates are the best fit for your organization and offer the flexibility of short, medium, long term, and permanent placements in positions ranging from management to staff in numerous areas in the healthcare field. At Turning Point Revenue Cycle Solutions, we recognize the need for specialized yet diversified experience and have high standards for our employees. Candidates work history, skills, and references are reviewed distinguishing those with the utmost credibility. Our flexibility allows us to provide staff on site to aid in the day to day management and control of the processes or provide remote workers as applicable. Fall Edition - November 201412 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 12 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The THE CIRIUS GROUP AVADYNE HEALTH The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter HELTON LAW GROUP SALUCRO HEATLH SOLUTIONS FREE CHOICE HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION XTEND HEALTHCARE Fall Edition - November 201413 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 13 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP RATES and BENEFITS AS OF JUNE 1, 2013 DIAMOND- $3500 Signage at all chapter events C-Vent/Save the Date Recognition Logo recognition and description of services in chapter newsletter Chapter website front page logo recognition with Link to description of services Plaque of Appreciation presented at Year End event 2 complimentary registrations at each chapter education event (can be used by company or invited provider guest) 2 complimentary registrations at one social event (can be used by company or invited provider guest) Meal sponsor at each education event where meals are served 5 minutes at each HFMA exclusive chapter event to represent company Table made available at each chapter event for company literature Pre/Post Attendee Lists for all events, for HFMA attendees only GOLD- $2500 Signage at all chapter events Logo recognition in each chapter newsletter Chapter website recognition Plaque of Appreciation presented at Year End event 1 complimentary registration at each chapter education event (can be used by company or invited provider guest) 1 complimentary registration at one social event (can be used by company or invited provider guest) Meal sponsor at 3 chapter education events of your choice 5 minutes at one HFMA exclusive chapter event to represent company Pre/Post Attendee Lists for all events, for HFMA attendees only SILVER- $1500 Signage at all chapter events Logo recognition in each chapter newsletter Chapter website recognition Certificate of Appreciation presented at Year End event 1 complimentary registration at each chapter education event (can be used by company or invited provider guest) Pre/Post Attendee Lists for all events, for HFMA attendees only BRONZE- $500 Signage at all chapter events Certificate of Appreciation presented at Year End event Chapter website recognition Newsletter recognition Fall Edition - November 201414 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 14 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter EVENT SPONSORSHIP RATES and BENEFITS AS OF JUNE 1, 2013 GOLD- $750 Table top Booth Space Meal Sponsor (Lunch) Option to introduce Speaker 5 minutes to represent company Pre/Post attendee list Recognition through Prize Giveaways (cost of prize is not included and is at vendor discretion) SILVER- $500 Table top Booth Space Meal Sponsor (Breakfast) Pre/Post attendee list Recognition through Prize Giveaways (cost of prize is not included and is at vendor discretion) BRONZE- $250 Table for literature Recognition through Prize Giveaways (cost of prize is not included and is at vendor discretion) Fall Edition - November 201415 Winter Edition - February 2012 Page Page 15 The Bottom Bottom Line Line The The TheNewsletter Newsletterof ofthe theSan SanDiego-Imperial Diego-ImperialChapter Chapter HFMA - San Diego Imperial Chapter Financial Performance Three Months Ending August 2014 Balance Sheet Assets Liabilities and Fund Balances Income Statement August 31, 2014 $157,837 $157,837 May 31, 2013 $156,128 $156,128 YTD 5/31/14 Act YTD 5/31/14 Bud Variance $13,040 ($9,438) $9,393 $19,062 ($9,669) ($5,791) ($6,022) $231 Revenue Expenses Net Income For more information go to our website at www.hfmasandiego.org Editorial Policy: The statements and opinions expressed in articles or features are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the HFMA San Diego—Imperial Chapter or the editor. The Editorial Board reserves the right to edit material and to accept or reject contributions whether solicited or not. All correspondence is assumed to be released for publication unless otherwise indicated. All rights reserved. For any questions or comments, regarding this newsletter, please contact Chris Udell at [email protected] For more information visit our website at www.hfmasandiego.org