The Why Behind Our Work: Lindsay Municipal Hospital

This success story highlights the amazing work of Lindsay Municipal Hospital (LMH) in rural Lindsay, Oklahoma. Today, 95% of Lindsay Municipal Hospital’s inpatient population are people who are incarcerated. The agreement with the Department of Corrections allows for LMH to serve individuals in a work release program to those in maximum security. Learn about their quality improvement journey and how Telligen provides enhanced technical assistance.





Last Updated:
July 16, 2024


After the Storm: Emergency Preparedness

Effective disaster management quality improvement methodology can significantly reduce the loss of life, property damage and socio-economic disruptions caused by natural or man-made catastrophes. This flyer promotes Telligen's offering to support organizations with After-Action Reviews (AARs) and recovery plans after an emergency response or disaster event. The intended audience is nursing homes.





Last Updated:
July 16, 2024


Interdisciplinary Teamwork at Tennessee Hospital Key to Combating Sepsis

July 08, 2024

Interdisciplinary Teamwork at Tennessee Hospital Key to Combating Sepsis

Interdisciplinary Teamwork at Tennessee Hospital Key to Combating Sepsis

Early identification and treatment are critical to preventing sepsis-related mortality in people with Medicare. Convergence Health Consulting (Convergence), a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Hospital Quality Improvement Contractor (HQIC), works with regional and state partners across 11 states to improve patient care and safety in hospitals through a variety of initiatives, which includes fighting sepsis.  

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Beyond Race and Ethnicity: Advancing Health Equity for Hospitalized Patients with Sepsis

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Overview of the QAPI Process in Long-Term Care

This webinar discusses the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process in long-term care. The discussion reviews: 

  • The core elements of QAPI along with the associated F-tags
  • The key role data has in QAPI success
  • Who's responsible for QAPI plans and projects
  • Key features of a QAPI plan




Last Updated:
July 02, 2024


Collecting REAL Data and Data Collection Training for Health Equity

Collecting patient demographic and language data helps health care providers understand and tailor care to patient needs, improving outcomes. Meeting race, ethnicity, and language (REAL) data standards enhances care quality and identifies health care disparities.




Last Updated:
July 01, 2024


Oral Health in Nursing Homes

An annual training for certified nursing assistants (CNAs) and other nursing home staff on dental health. This webinar, and presentation, demonstrates proper cleaning techniques for teeth and dentures, how to recognize common dental issues in residents and how to avoid those issues or address them after they arise. This webinar is presented by Dr. Mark Thoreson and was recorded by Mountain Pacific on March 26, 2024.





Last Updated:
July 01, 2024


Enhanced Barrier Precautions Risk Assessment Tool

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued new guidance on EBPs in nursing homes effective April 1, 2024. This risk assessment tool is meant to help guide staff while balancing the homelike environment for the residents.





Last Updated:
July 01, 2024


Updates to Enhanced Barrier Precautions Guidance

Dr. Jean Storm gives an overview of enhanced barrier precautions (EBPs) and discusses the latest updates for EBP guidance. Viewers will obtain an overview of the following: 





Last Updated:
July 01, 2024