SAVE THE DATE!

Spend the day with other home health professionals as we dive into key topics shaping the future of home health care. This engaging, one-day event is open to everyone in the field and offers an opportunity to earn up to 6 Continuing Education Units. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn, grow, and connect—we can’t wait to see you there!

Attendees also have the opportunity for a CHANCE TO WIN Costco, Amazon, and Starbucks gift cards during our raffles throughout the day!

When and What Time?

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 from 8:00am – 4:30pm

Where?

Moxy Oakland Downtown – 2225 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland CA 94612

Moxy Oakland Uptown is situated in the Uptown neighborhood of the Oakland City Center, a short walk from the convention center, and a few blocks from the iconic Lake Merritt.. There are so many sites to see, restaurants to try, and fun to be experienced during your visit – below are a few local favorites!

• Jack London Square
• Lake Merritt
• Oakland Zoo
• Chabot Space and Science Center
• Oakland Museum of California
• Paramount Theatre
• Fox Theater

Attendees will receive:

• An entire day of home health education
• CMS regulatory guidance strategies for increased accuracy in documentation and reimbursement
• Up to 6 CEU credits
• A chance to win some really cool prizes during breaks and lunch!

Educational sessions include:

Three Elements to Improving your Value-Based Purchasing Scores
Presented by Michael Tidd, COS-C, HCS-D
Approved for 1.5 CEU

The Expanded Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) program introduces new challenges and opportunities for home health agencies. With annual evaluations and changes to OASIS-based questions in 2025, agencies need to adapt their strategies to improve scores and secure financial incentives for 2027..

Stay ahead of the curve by gaining the knowledge and tools needed to ensure your agency excels in the evolving VBP program landscape.

Objectives:
1. Gain clarity on the updated OASIS-based questions for 2025 and their impact on future payments.
2. Discover how to improve your agency’s score compared to 2023 and avoid penalties.
3. Learn actionable procedures to boost your VBP performance and thrive in this competitive environment.
4. Explore the various data sources CMS uses to evaluate agencies and how to leverage them effectively.

Michael Tidd has over 20 years of experience in the Home Care Industry and is a frequent speaker at HealthCare Synergy Workshops and Webinars. He is a Software Developer, LVN, and Certified in ICD-9/10 Coding and OASIS (COS-C, HCS-D). As the Clinical Manager for HealthCare Synergy, he directs the Outsourced Management Services, assists in directing the development of the Healthcare Assistant Web Edition, oversees the Clinical Documentation Auditing provided to clients, and directs the Clinical Form Development for the Healthcare Assistant Web Edition. Michael continues to educate agencies on the ongoing regulations that CMS produces, the proper application of the Medicare Conditions of Participation, and completing timely, accurate, and defendable clinical documentation to survive in the current Medicare Reimbursement Model

Understanding CMS’s New Non-Discrimination Requirements in Home Health
Presented by Michael Tidd, COS-C, HCS-D
Approved for 1.5 CEU

CMS has implemented new non-discrimination policies that impact all home health agencies receiving federal funding. These changes require immediate action to ensure compliance and prevent financial penalties.

Objectives:
1. Verbalize the requirements for the Non-Discrimination in Health Programs and Activities.
2. Understand the requirements for the Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Disability in Programs or Activities receiving Federal Financial Assistance.
3. Learn the steps agencies must take to be compliant with these new changes.
4. Realize the information you need to provide to your patients to be in compliance with this new requirement.

Michael Tidd has over 20 years of experience in the Home Care Industry and is a frequent speaker at HealthCare Synergy Workshops and Webinars. He is a Software Developer, LVN, and Certified in ICD-9/10 Coding and OASIS (COS-C, HCS-D). As the Clinical Manager for HealthCare Synergy, he directs the Outsourced Management Services, assists in directing the development of the Healthcare Assistant Web Edition, oversees the Clinical Documentation Auditing provided to clients, and directs the Clinical Form Development for the Healthcare Assistant Web Edition. Michael continues to educate agencies on the ongoing regulations that CMS produces, the proper application of the Medicare Conditions of Participation, and completing timely, accurate, and defendable clinical documentation to survive in the current Medicare Reimbursement Model

Defensive Documentation and Preventative Medicine
Presented by Dzuy Luu, PA-C
Approved for 1.5 CEU

Overview coming soon!

Objectives:
Coming soon!

Dzuy Luu grew up in Pomona, California. He went to college at California Polytechnic University then to Touro University where he received a Master’s of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. After spending a few years practicing Internal Medicine, Dzuy joined Doctor Wu working as a Wound Care Provider. Later, receiving his American Board of Wound Management Certified Wound Specialist certification. Dzuy is currently serving as an adjunct professor to Touro University’s Wound elective rotation. Lately, Dzuy has taken on a new role. He is expanding the Professional Wound Specialist medical model to new regions allowing for the spread of modern wound care modalities into rural and urban areas. To increase the exposure to these wound modalities, he created a wound care education program dedicated to all levels of nursing and practitioners.

*More sessions to be announced
**Topics and CEUs are subject to change without notice