The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and Ethics in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)
Presented by: Lysa Johnson, MAS CCC SLP
June 28, 2023 at 8:30 PM EST / 7:30 PM CST / 6:30 PM MST / 5:30 PM PST
After this course, you will be able to…
- Describe Medicare Regulations related to SNF patient setting and the differences between Medicare A, B, “C” and D insurance.
- Identify potential ethical and fraudulent behaviors within SNF setting.
- List survey tags impacting SLP patient care plans.
- Describe productivity vs efficiency and identify potential risk in insurance.
Can I get continuing education for this webinar?
Course Agenda
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8:30 PM -8:40 PM: Introduction
- 8:40 PM- 8:55 PM: Insurance Basics
- 8:55 PM – 9:15 PM: The Medicare Chapters for SLPs
- 9:15 PM – 9:25 PM: How does survey impact me
- 9:25 PM – 9:45 PM: Productivity & Efficiency
- 9:45 PM – 10:00 PM: Denial Risks and the SLP role
- 10:00 PM – 10:15 PM: Case Studies – Ethical and legal
- 10:15 PM – 10:30 PM: Q&A
Speaker Information and Disclosures
Lysa Johnson received her Master’s Degree in Communication Science and Disorders from the University of Minnesota- Duluth. She is a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Clinical Mentor and Rehabilitation Program Development Specialist. Mrs. Johnson holds ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, is a member of ASHA Special Interest Group 13 (Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders), a member of the Twin Cities Speech Language Pathology Organization, MedSLP Mentor and has fifteen years’ experience as an SLP. She is a certified Dementia Capable Care Trainer, Positive Approach to Care Dementia Educator and Alzheimer’s outreach Mentor. Ms. Johnson sits on the Leadership and Corporate sponsors board for Dementia Action Alliance, the ‘Evidence based practices' committee for Faith Community Nurse Network and is a collaborative program partner for ACP and ICAA. Her clinical focus includes work with sub-acute care facilities, transitional care units, rehab and skilled nursing facilities, home health and outpatient clinics focusing on interdisciplinary program development, CMS regulations and requirements across care settings, patient and clinician education. Ms. Johnson spends her free time with her family, enjoys coaching curling and can almost always be found with a coffee in her hand.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE:
Medical SLP Collective -Honoraria, speaking fee, Mentor fee
Employed by Benedictine Living Communities
NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE:
Faith Community Nurse Network- Evidence based practice Committee
Personal- Daughter of Federal and State Survey for Skilled Nursing Facilities
Additional FAQs
Can I get ASHA CEUS for this Course?
After watching the webinar, you will need to pass a short quiz with at least 80% accuracy and attend the full webinar to obtain credit for your participation. The link to the quiz will be available to you after the presentation in the course area. Once completed, you will receive a certificate of completion inside your course area.
What is the Refund/Cancellation Policy?
Click here to view our policy: https://medslpcollective.com/cancellation-of-courses-and-events/
What can I do if I have a complaint?
Please contact us at info@medslpcollective.com
Who is this webinar appropriate for?
The target audience for this webinar is licensed speech-language pathologists. There are no prerequisite skills or knowledge needed beyond the basic speech-language pathology training and licensing.
What if I need special accommodations?
If you require accommodations to access these materials due to a disability, please email us at info@medslpcollective.com