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- May 19, 2011
EHR Incentive Program Registration Update for Eligible Providers
Read moreEligible Providers (EPs) can now designate a third-party to register and attest for them on the CMS Registration and Medicare Attestation pages. CMS has implemented functionality that allows an EP to designate a third party to register and attest on his or her behalf. To do so, users working...
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New Study Looks at Model for Healthcare Education and Care Delivery for Chronic Disease in Rural Communities
Read moreA new study released by Health Affairs highlights Project ECHO, an unique partnership in New Mexico between an urban academic medical center and primary care providers in rural communities. According to the authors, Project ECHO “presents an atypical example of a health care innovation in which the rural sector...
- May 18, 2011
2011 Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Read moreWe posted an overview of the 2011 legislative session, highlighting several rural health bills and the FY 11-12 budget. Also check out our final bill list.
- May 18, 2011
New Position: Recruitment Specialist
Read moreWe are now accepting applications for a Recruitment Specialist! The Recruitment Specialist supports the daily recruitment and retention activities of the Colorado Provider Recruitment (CPR) Program by providing direct assistance to the recruitment coordinators and program staff. This position reports to the Director of Workforce Programs. Applications are due...
- May 17, 2011
CMS Announces New ACO Options and Initiatives
Read moreThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today announced new options and initiatives for providers interested in becoming Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). First, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation (Innovation Center) will support a new ACO model that will be available to providers this summer – the...
- May 16, 2011
Technology Helping Rural Communities Address Healthcare Needs
Read moreToday’s Denver Post highlights technology being used in clinics and colleges in several rural communities throughout Colorado to connect with healthcare specialists and educators. Read the article.
- May 16, 2011
THE Consortium May Webinar: HIPAA, Meaningful Use and Billing Best Practices
Read moreJoin us for the May Consortium webinar on Thursday, May 19th from 12:00-1:15 pm MT where we will discuss HIPAA best practices, continue our look at Meaningful Use and the Clinical Quality Measures and emerging trends in billing. To register for this webinar, click here.
- May 15, 2011
Letter from the CEO: CRHC Contributes to Colorado Regional Extension Center Success
Read moreIn preparing for my departure from CRHC at the end of the month, I was struck by a comment from Greg Chaille’ who is retiring as President of the Oregon Community Foundation after 30 years: “You want to leave an organization when it is the strongest it has ever...
- May 14, 2011
Meet David Lack – Our New COO!
Read moreColorado Rural Health Center welcomes David Lack, our new Chief Operating Officer! As COO, David is responsible for oversight of the organization’s internal day-to-day operations, fiscal management, and all other activities that support the organization’s efficient operations. David has been active in the healthcare and nonprofit sector for over...
- May 14, 2011
CRHC Begins Search for New CEO
Read moreThe Colorado Rural Health Center has released a job description for the open Chief Executive Officer position. Applications will be accepted through the end of May. General DescriptionThe Chief Executive Officer is directly responsible for the viability and performance of the organization. The CEO provides strategic direction and leadership...
