Monday June 6th Breakout Sessions 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

New (2021) Universal Definition and Classification of Heart Failure
Presenter: Scott C. Feitell, DO, FACC, FHFSA; Director of Heart Failure, RRH

  • Defining and Classifying Heart Failure is challenging
    • Numerous etiologies
    • Nonspecific findings
    • Overlap with many other diseases
  • Properly Defining and Classifying Heart Failure should lead to earlier recognition, identify at risk patients and ensure timely treatment with Guideline Directed Therapies
  • Shock remains an under recognized and under-treated condition
    • Early recognition with invasive monitoring may portend better survival

Denials Management Panel - Strategies for Appeals
Panel - Robert Majewski, RHIT; Denise Pittinaro, RHIT; Lynn M Farnung, RHIT; Abby Zanghi Hopf, RN, BSN; Beth Ann Hinog, MSHIA, RHIA

Moderated by Sandy Macica, MS, RHIA, CCS

Present Various Types of Denials addressed at Front-End
Various Personnel to Keep Denials in Good Standing – Timeframes
Tight Relationships with the Business Groups – Revenue Integrity, Financial Services, etc.
Great Communications across entire Revenue Cycle for Various Denials & Appeals
Respond to Q&A from NYHIMA Conference Attendees

The Opioid Crisis
Presenter: Patrick Seche, MS, CASAC

We are experiencing the worst substance use epidemic in every corner of America, from urban cities to suburban towns to rural villages and mountains.  The opioid crisis is a multi-layered problem that has come in three distinct waves spanning over more than 3 decades.  There has been nearly 1 million lives lost in that timeframe and over the last couple of years has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Increasing awareness and a wide variety of innovative initiatives are the best way to continue to combat this epidemic.

Unconscious Bias
Presenter: Ebony Caldwell, Ed.D.; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Office, Rochester Regional Health

This presentation provides a framework for understanding the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. It builds on shared language to include additional terms such as cisgender/transgender, REaL, SOGI, etc.. It also provides useful tools and tactics to promote positive interactions and mitigate conscious and unconscious bias. Scenario discussions are used to explore personal triggers, understand interactions and reactions, and provide constructive ways to intervene, leading to a more welcoming culture and productive team.

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