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- April 15, 2014
CMS proposes adoption of updated Life Safety Code
Read moreOverview: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today announced a proposed rule on the adoption of updated life safety code (LSC) that CMS would use in its ongoing work to ensure the health and safety of all patients, family and staff in every provider and supplier setting....
00 - April 14, 2014
The CEO Update: Inspired
Read moreThank you to the 211 individuals that attended the 14th Annual Forum last week, which marked the highest conference attendance in the event’s history. A special statement of gratitude is especially deserved for our sponsors Kaiser Permanente, Rocky Mountain Health Plans, Caring for Colorado Foundation, The Colorado Trust, COPIC,...
- April 14, 2014
Gunnison Valley Health Recognized by the Colorado Rural Health Center for Outstanding Membership Engagement
Read moreDenver, CO—Gunnison Valley Health is a community owned health system serving Gunnison County and its surrounding area. Located in the center of the state, approximately 200 hundred miles from Denver at an elevation of 7,700 feet, Gunnison’s economy is primarily tourism, ranching and education. The city and county of...
- April 14, 2014
National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site approval application cycle is now OPEN!
Read moreNHSC approved sites must be located in a Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA), serve patients on public insurance and provide a sliding fee scale based on the federal poverty guidelines to uninsured patients. For more information on eligibility requirements, click here. The application cycle will be open from April...
- April 14, 2014
Adult dental preventive, diagnostic and minor restorative services and treatment planning
Read moreBeginning April 1, 2014, Medicaid enrolled adult clients age 21 years and over have access to basic adult dental preventive, diagnostic and minor restorative services and treatment planning! For a full list of billable adult dental services, please refer to pages 5 – 6 and Attachment A of the...
- April 14, 2014
Now Available: Online Archive of CHAMPS “Improving Diabetes through Group Visits and PCMH Principles”
Read moreAn online archive of “Improving Diabetes Care through Group Visits and Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Principles” is now available. This CHAMPS webcast was originally presented by Karen A. Funk, MD, MPP, Vice President of Clinical Services, Clinica Family Health Services, on March 18, 2014. Please scroll down for: A....
- April 14, 2014
News from Yampa Valley Medical Center: Gloria Gossard gift helps create Breast Health Center
Read moreYampa Valley Medical Center is pleased to announce the opening of the Gloria Gossard Breast Health Center scheduled for April 2014. Through a generous donation from the Gloria Gossard Trust this comprehensive center will offer services unique to northwest Colorado. “This remarkable gift will help YVMC address the ongoing...
- April 14, 2014
The CEO Update: Inspired
Read moreThank you to the 211 individuals that attended the 14th Annual Forum last week, which marked the highest conference attendance in the event’s history. A special statement of gratitude is especially deserved for our sponsors Kaiser Permanente, Rocky Mountain Health Plans, Caring for Colorado Foundation, The Colorado Trust, COPIC,...
- April 8, 2014
Medicare Part B News – Jurisdiction H for April 7th
Read moreThe following information is provided by Novitas Solutions. Medicare News Jurisdiction H 2014 Medicare Symposium Brochure The 2014 Medicare Symposium Brochure is now available! The brochure includes the event description, locations, the symposium agenda, course descriptions, and helpful event day reminders. Get all the details today and learn everything...
- April 8, 2014
Medicare Part A News – Jurisdiction H for April 7th
Read moreThe following information is provided by Novitas Solutions. Medicare News Jurisdiction H 2014 Medicare Symposium Brochure The 2014 Medicare Symposium Brochure is now available! The brochure includes the event description, locations, the symposium agenda, course descriptions, and helpful event day reminders. Get all the details today and learn everything...
