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| MIS Communication.. |
AlphaMCS Production Build Scheduled for 6/19/14 from 5:30PM to 6:30PM
"ALPHAMCS WILL NOT BE AVAILBLE DURING THIS TIME"
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| Reminder: | |
WHN Legacy Provider Meeting
Friday, June 13, 2014
10:00am-12:00pm
October Road on Tunnel Road.
Please click the link below if you want to propose any agenda items for discussion at the next Legacy Provider Meeting.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/H6NP9G3 |
| New Web Posting for Provider Monitoring | |
The PowerPoint for the NCHIMA Behavioral Health Conference has been posted to the Provider Monitoring Conferences page at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/mhddsas/
Changes have been made to the Provider Monitoring tools and can be found on the Provider Monitoring page at http://www.ncdhhs.gov/mhddsas/
LIP REVIEW TOOL --As a quick reference, a note has been added to let people know that this tool is used with LIPs who provide outpatient/basic benefit services only and that the sample size for a solo practice and group practice are also noted. There is also a note explaining that the Routine Agency Tool is used when a LIP works in an agency that provides services other than basic benefit services.
LIP OFFICE SITE REVIEW TOOL --The guideline for item #1 re: the accessibility of the office for individuals who have physical disabilities clarified the options available when the clinician's office is located in a building that is not wheelchair accessible.
--The note in the guideline for item #11 re: the practice hours, provisions for 24 hour coverage being posted as only being applicable to Cardinal Innovations was deleted since this requirement applies to all LIPs, not just those who contract with Cardinal Innovations and to be consistent with the tool.
AGENCY REVIEW TOOL --On the Unlicensed AFL Tool, the guidelines for emergency information and the requirement for crisis services training have been inserted and the guidelines for items #5 and #6 which were combined have been separated to be consistent with the tool.
--The following lists have been added to the workbook to allow reviewers to document the individuals included in the samples for incidents, complaints, restrictive interventions and for funds management and the medication review. The Individual Records List and the Post-Payment Review List have been consolidated into one list -- the Sample Based on Paid Claims List -- in order to reduce redundancy.
--The formula for the Diagnostic Assessment on the Overview Summary page was corrected.
--A note was placed on the Routine Agency Tool to indicate that this tool is used for LIPs who work in an agency that provides services other than basic benefit services (e.g., CABHAs).
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| Person-Centered Thinking Training | |
This two-day workshop is designed to introduce the principles and use of Person- Centered Thinking.
Date: June 25th & 26th - Watauga County
Date: July 17th & 18th - Buncombe County
Date: August 28th & 29th-Caldwell County
Questions: Call Lisa Allen, Training Coordinator 828-586-5501 Ext.1163
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| NC Innovations Agency with Choice Training | |
JUNE 16, 2014
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
The NC Innovations waiver gives people with disabilities clear choice about how they receive services. Participants can direct some or all of the services that are paid through NC Innovations funding. If you are a Provider and would like to offer services under Agency with Choice, please attend this informative training. Two sessions are being offered at each location. You do not have to attend both sessions. To Register follow the links below for a specific location.
Sylva 9:30am link
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/eventllr=5uz97tjab&oeidk=a07e9f5oioh2fc91217
Sylva 1:30pm link
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/eventllr=5uz97tjab&oeidk=a07e9f5pb9o4772dded
Lenior 9:30am link
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/eventllr=5uz97tjab&oeidk=a07e9f5q9ow1f81f365
Lenior 1:30pm link
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=5uz97tjab&oeidk=a07e9f5r1bief05d753
Boone 9:30am link
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/eventllr=5uz97tjab&oeidk=a07e9f5r1wad68e136d
Boone 1:30pm link
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=5uz97tjab&oeidk=a07e9f5rqss53ac0038
Asheville 9:30am link
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=5uz97tjab&oeidk=a07e9f5si69a99ae3a3
Asheville 1:30pm link
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=5uz97tjab&oeidk=a07e9f5tjye4e32a49d
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| Smoky Mountain LME/MCO Presents... | |
Assertive Engagement
June 18, 2014
9:00am-12:00pm
WCU Campus @Biltmore Park
28 Schenck Parkway, Suite 300
Asheville, NC 28803
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| Gaps & Needs Assessment Posted | |
The 2013 Gaps and Needs Assessment has been completed, presented to stakeholder groups, and is now posted on the Smoky website. You can connect to it using the link in the banner section of the home page or use the link below
http://www.smokymountaincenter.com/documents/SM_LME-MCO_Gap_Analysis_FinalFullReport_2014-04-29.pdf
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| Training Opportunities | |
Adult Mental Health First Aid Train-The-Trainer
August 11-15, 2014
Location:
Alliance Behavioral Healthcare
4600 Emperor Blvd.
Durham, NC 27703
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Screening and Treatment Planning for Individuals With Co-Occurring Disorders
July 9, 2014
Location:
NC Council of Community MH/DD/SA Programs
505 Oberlin Rd, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27605
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Documentation Training for Non-Licensed Staff
July 15th, 2014
Location:
The Royal Conference Center
3801 Hillsborough St.
Raleigh, NC
Click Here for Flyer
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Clinical Supervision in Behavioral Healthcare:
Meeting the Service Definition Requirement
July 16-17th, 2014
Location:
505 Oberlin Rd, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
July 29-31st, 2014
Location:
505 Oberlin Rd, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC
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IDD Providers of Medicaid B3 Services
| | Medicaid-funded services require a service order. MHSA services require a "doctor's" order (MD, DO, PA, NP). However, the QP signature on the PCP has served as the service order for IDD services. Therefore, DMA has confirmed that currently available IDD B3 services require the same level of service order by a QP (or higher). Currently available B3 services are Community Guide and Respite. Please use the DHHS Person-Centered Profile template which includes a service order signature line.
http://www.ncdhhs.gov/mhddsas/statspublications/Forms/Personcenterplanningforms/pcp-2-3-10.doc
Please remember that a service order shall be in place prior to or on the day that the service is initially provided in order to bill Medicaid for the service. The service order shall be based on an assessment of the recipient's needs.
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| Developmental Disabilities Training Institute Presents: | |
Crisis Planning and Prevention
June 19, 2014
9:00am-1:00pm
Guilford County Cooperative Extension
3309 Burlington Rd
Greensboro, NC 27405
Auditorium-inside Main Building
Training and Registration Information
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Cultural Diversity Training
August 5, 2014
9:00am-4:00pm
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| Extra Help and Medicare Savings Programs |
Medicare patients with limited income and assets may qualify for programs that save them money on drug & health plan costs. Many patients don't know about these programs or how to apply. If you have patients who might be eligible, please have them call the Council on Aging at 277-8288 for application assistance. Appointments are free & confidential.
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| Benchmark Training Institute now sponsoring...... | Advanced Comprehensive Clinical Assessments:
An updated look at CCA's including Medical Necessity, Denials, DSM-5, and more!
Friday, June 13, 2014
9:00 am-4:00 pm
Benchmarks Members: $99 per person
Non-Members $110 per person
Click here to register,
Includes CEUs for licensed professionals.
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Clinical Supervision in the MH/DD/SA Sytem:
Meeting the Audit and New Monitoring Requirements
June 26 and June 27, 2014
9:00 am until 4:00 pm
Benchmarks Members: $166.50 per person
Non-Members $185 per person
Click here to register.
Includes CEUs for licensed professionals.
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Person Centered Thinking: A 12 hour training
In collaboration with Universal Mental Health Services, Inc.
The approved National Learning Community Cirriculum
July 10 and 11, 2014
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Benchmarks Members $108 per person
Non-Members $120 per person
Click here to register.
PLEASE BE ADVISED - The training starts promptly at the times stated above and the registration table will close shortly thereafter the scheduled start time.
Location: The Royal Conference Center is located at 3801 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh NC 27607(Just off I-440 beltline, across from Meredith College). For driving directions. click here Need A hotel? click here
Return Check Policy: "A $25 fee will be assessed by Benchmarks for all returned checks."
Cancellation Policy: You must cancel 3 business days (before 5:00 p.m.) prior to the training event in order to receive a refund of your registration. If cancellation is not made at this time, no refund will be given. A $15 administrative processing fee will be charged for all cancellations.
To view our complete calendar of events, go to www.benchmarksnc.org or contact Benchmarks at 919-828-1864 with any questions you may have.
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| Clinical Supervision in the MH/IDD/SA System | | Benchmarks Training Institute now sponsoring....Clinical Supervision in the MH/IDD/SA System: Meeting Audit and New Monitoring Requirements
June 26 and June 27, 2014
9:00am-4:00pm
Royal Conference Center
3801 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC
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| Upcoming MAHEC Trainings | |
Kimberly Strom-Gottfried, LISW, PhD presents:
June 13, 2014 8:30 AM-11:45 PM
June 13, 2014 8:30 AM-4:30 PM
July 24, 2014 - October 9, 2014
August 18, 2014 - August 22, 2014
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| TBI Training | |
This TBI training is a free training course intended for service providers in North Carolina public service agencies, including: Local Management Entities (LMEs), vocational rehabilitation or independent living offices, educators, case managers, substance abuse or mental health professionals, social security or social services professionals, advocacy or support agencies, or anyone else who serves people with brain injury.
Click link to learn more about the course and to register for training. |
| SPA 13-009 N.C Session Law 2013-306 Presentation | |
Attention Personal Care Services Providers: Implementation of SPA 13-009: N.C. Session Law 2013-306 Webinar
On Friday May 23, 2014, DMA conducted Webinars to outline the implementation of N.C. Session Law 2013-306. The presentation rendered during the Webinars is now available and applies to providers and beneficiaries of State Plan PCS.
Additional questions on the implementation of N.C. Session Law 2013-306 may be submitted to PCS_Program_Questions@dhhs.nc.gov
Click link to view Presentation
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| NC Family Retreat | Save the Date: June 19-20, 2014
Attn: Caregivers, Self-Advocates, Service Providers, School and College
Administrators and Community Agency Personnel
~Planning ahead with individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID)~
See flyer for more information
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| CA/LOCUS Documentation |
Attention Medicaid Basic Benefit (Outpatient Individual, Family and Group Therapy) Providers:
As mentioned in previous Communication Bulletins, effective June 1, 2014, Smoky Mountain LME/MCO will no longer require prior authorization for Medicaid-funded individual, family or group therapy services. In response to an inquiry concerning expectations for documentation of the CA/LOCUS score for consumers receiving basic benefit services, Smoky Mountain LME/MCO encourages all basic benefit providers to review the CA/LOCUS manual which outlines the following expectation of frequency for using this tool:
"Since CA/LOCUS is designed as a dynamic instrument, scores should be expected to change over time. Scores are generally assigned on a here and now basis, representing the clinical picture at the time of evaluation. In some of the parameters, historical information is taken into account, but it should not be considered unless it is a clear part of the defined criteria. In certain crisis situations, the score may change rapidly as interventions are implemented. In other situations, where a subject may be living under very stable circumstances, scores may not change for extended periods of time. Clinical judgment should prevail in the determination of how frequently score should be reassessed. As a general rule, they will be reassessed more frequently at higher levels of acuity and at the higher levels of care or resource intensity."
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| NC Council of Community Program Training | |
Register Early to save on Current Trainings
July 9, 2014
Screening and Treatment Planning for Individuals With Co-Occurring Disorders
Approved for 6 hours of APA, NBCC or ASWB CEUs
Location:
NC Council of Community MH/DD/SA Programs
505 Oberlin Rd, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27605
Click Here for Flyer
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| NCTracks Communications and Updates | |
N.C Medicaid and N.C Health Choice Preferred Drug List Changes
Effective with a date of service of May 17th, 2014, the N.C. Division of Medical Assistance (DMA) made changes to the N.C. Medicaid and N.C. Health Choice Preferred Drug List (PDL).
Click link for highlights of some of the changes!
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| Intellectual/Developmental Disability Summit | |
Benchmarks Hosts an I/DD Summit
June 18, 2014
10:30am-3:30pm
Royal Conference Center
3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh NC
Training and Registration Information
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| Smoking Cessation Class | |
The Free Clinic is sponsoring a Smoking Cessation Class
Tuesday Evenings 6:00p-8:00p begining 7/01/14 - 8/12/14
The class is free for anyone who is interested in quitting smoking!
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| Youth Mental Health First Aid | |
Date: July 31, 2014 (8:30a-5:00p) - McDowell
Presenters: Melissa Ledbetter & Robin Winkler, SMC Community Specialist
Training and Registration Information
Date: August 7, 2014 (8:30a-5:00p) - Polk
Presenters: Ann Dupre Rogers & Marilyn Kaylor, SMC Community Outreach Team
Training and Registration Information
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| Keeping Our Children Safe | |
Steward of Children is a prevention training program that teaches adults how to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.
August 5, 2014-Caldwell
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Smoky Mountain Office
825 Wilkesboro Boulevard, Lenior, NC
Training and Registration Information
October 14, 2014-McDowell
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Smoky Mountain Office
408B Spaulding Road, Marion, NC
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| LOCUS Training Opportunities |
Smoky Mountain LME/MCO presents LOCUS Trainings!
June 19, 2014 LENOIR
825 Wilkesboro Blvd. SE Lenoir, NC 28645
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
June 20, 2014 ASHEVILLE
356 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
The Level of Care Utilization System (LOCUS) is a system for determining appropriate level of care for adults based on six inter-related life domains. The LOCUS provides reliable, research-based recommendations that are used to determine appropriate level of care, develop treatment plans, assess appropriateness of the consumer's level of care, and help track progress. This training will teach attendees how to accurately complete the level of care tool, determine level of care recommendations, and translate those recommendations into services. Any person completing a Mental Health Service/Treatment Authorization Request for a consumer over the age of 18 is required to have the training. Consumers, family members, and other stakeholders are welcome to attend the training and learn how the Level of Care Utilization System works.
You may register for the LENOIR training online here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=pqthpymab&oeidk=a07e948e89k5ae1fed5
You may register for the ASHEVILLE training online here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=pqthpymab&oeidk=a07e948e89k5ae1fed5 |
| CALOCUS Training Opportunities |
Smoky Mountain LME/MCO presents CALOCUS Trainings!
June 19, 2014 LENOIR
825 Wilkesboro Blvd. SE Lenoir, NC 28645
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
June 20, 2014 ASHEVILLE
356 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
The Child & Adolescent Level of Care Utilization System (CALOCUS) is a system for determining appropriate level of care for adults based on six inter-related life domains. The CALOCUS provides reliable, research-based recommendations that are used to determine appropriate level of care, develop treatment plans, assess appropriateness of the consumer's level of care, and help track progress. This training will teach attendees how to accurately complete the level of care tool, determine level of care recommendations, and translate those recommendations into services. Any person completing a Mental Health Service/Treatment Authorization Request for a consumer between the ages of 6 and 17 is required to have the training. Consumers, family members, and other stakeholders are welcome to attend the training and learn how the Child & Adolescent Level of Care Utilization System works.
You may register for the LENOIR training online here:
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=pqthpymab&oeidk=a07e948f6313a3c8cef
You may register for the ASHEVILLE training online here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=pqthpymab&oeidk=a07e9atkwmj1a0f2ecc |
| 2015 marks 40 years of IDEA & 25 years of the ADA | |
Six National Goals by end of 2015
Honor the legacy of our past and help build a new future by joining our effort to achieve six national goals by the end of 2015.
The employment goal is for six million working age adults with disabilities be part of the American workforce.
- The community living goal is that at least six states will elect to implement the Community First Choice Option so that their Medicaid recipients with disabilities have access to long-term services and supports in the community.
- The education goal is at least six additional states graduate at least 60 percent of their students with disabilities with a regular high school diploma.
- The transition goal is at least six states commit to supporting successful and outcome-based programs and strategies for high school transition services and close the labor force participation gaps for youth and young adults with disabilities.
- The healthy living goal is that at least six states commit to including people with disabilities as an explicit target population in all state public health programs.
- Finally, the early childhood goal is that at least six states increase by 15 percent the proportion of children ages 0-3 who receive recommended developmental screening.
Please visit http://sixbyfifteen.org/ for more information and to see how you can get involved. |
| t3 Think Teach Transform - onlineTrainings | |
Upcoming trainings starting in May include:
- Beyond the Basics - Motivational Interviewing (15 hrs CEU credits)
- Housing First - (10 hours CEU credits)
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Smoky Mountain Center's Access Call Center is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide information, screening, triage and referrals for mental health, substance abuse and intellectual/developmental disability services. The toll-free phone number is 1-800-849-6127. |
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