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American Health Care Association (AHCA) Elects PointClickCare’s Bill Charnetski to Board of Governors as Associate Business Member President

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

PointClickCare Technologies , a leading healthcare technology platform enabling meaningful collaboration and access to real‐time insights at every stage of the patient healthcare journey, announced that Bill Charnetski , Executive Vice President, Health System Solutions and Government Affairs at PointClickCare, has been elected to American Health Care Association’s (AHCA) Board of Governors as Associate Business Member (ABM) President.

Key Points: 
  • PointClickCare Technologies , a leading healthcare technology platform enabling meaningful collaboration and access to real‐time insights at every stage of the patient healthcare journey, announced that Bill Charnetski , Executive Vice President, Health System Solutions and Government Affairs at PointClickCare, has been elected to American Health Care Association’s (AHCA) Board of Governors as Associate Business Member (ABM) President.
  • The election results were announced today at the AHCA/NCAL Convention & Expo: Delivering Solutions 23 closing ceremony.
  • As an AHCA board member, Charnetski will contribute his invaluable industry knowledge, strategic vision, and leadership to help steer the direction of the association and drive its mission of advocating for vulnerable populations.
  • “Our industry faces many challenges, including a pivotal moment with the shift to national interoperability within the healthcare system,” said Charnetski.

Sabra Health Care REIT, Inc. to Participate in the AHCA / NCAL Convention and Expo and the INVEST Conference

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Sabra Health Care REIT, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBRA) announced today that Darrin Smith, the company’s Executive Vice President of Investments, Kara Pappanduros, the company’s Vice President of Asset Management, and Deb Friedman, the company’s Vice President of Asset Management, will attend the AHCA / NCAL Convention and Expo at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado from October 1 – 4, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Sabra Health Care REIT, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBRA) announced today that Darrin Smith, the company’s Executive Vice President of Investments, Kara Pappanduros, the company’s Vice President of Asset Management, and Deb Friedman, the company’s Vice President of Asset Management, will attend the AHCA / NCAL Convention and Expo at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado from October 1 – 4, 2023.
  • Darrin Smith will participate in the REITs Offer Options and Updates in a Post COVID Market panel on October 3, 2023.
  • Additionally, on October 11 – 12, 2023, Rick Matros, the company’s Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Talya Nevo-Hacohen, the company’s Chief Investment Officer, Darrin Smith, Eliza Gozar, the company’s Senior Vice President of Investments, and Lauren Nisley, the company’s Director of Investments, will participate in the INVEST Conference in Chicago, Illinois.

CPL Welcomes Ryan Daniels to Lead Healthcare Efforts in Florida

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

In this pivotal role, he will facilitate CPL's expansion into the Florida healthcare market to address regional gaps in service and expertise.

Key Points: 
  • In this pivotal role, he will facilitate CPL's expansion into the Florida healthcare market to address regional gaps in service and expertise.
  • Drawing from experience spanning two decades, Daniels will enhance CPL's healthcare practice and assemble a FL team.
  • Counted among his noteworthy clients are Moffitt Cancer Center , AdventHealth , Lakeland Regional Health , Baptist Health Jax , BJC HealthCare and the Mercy healthcare system.
  • CPL looks forward to bringing Daniels' unique blend of design vision and extensive industry healthcare knowledge to clients in Florida and across the country.

Acentra Health Awarded Contract Extension Overseeing Utilization Management Services for Florida Medicaid

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) awarded Acentra Health (formerly Kepro) a new five-year contract extending the company’s 12 years of work overseeing utilization management services for beneficiaries enrolled in the state’s fee-for-service Medicaid program and those receiving select Medicaid Managed Care carve-out services.

Key Points: 
  • MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) awarded Acentra Health (formerly Kepro) a new five-year contract extending the company’s 12 years of work overseeing utilization management services for beneficiaries enrolled in the state’s fee-for-service Medicaid program and those receiving select Medicaid Managed Care carve-out services.
  • “We are grateful to be recognized for the success of our strong partnership with Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration and this opportunity to continue serving individuals and families who rely on the state’s Medicaid program,” said Acentra Health CEO Todd Stottlemyer.
  • Services provided span 18 areas of utilization review in fee-for-service Medicaid covering one million Florida beneficiaries, including inpatient acute medical surgical and psychiatric services, and enhanced care coordination for beneficiaries receiving select services.
  • Other services include provider and beneficiary outreach and a call center.”
    As a URAC-accredited organization for Health Utilization Management, Acentra Health adheres to the highest standards and best practices in case review backed by experienced, credentialed clinicians and national expert resources.

Florida Medicaid to Update Provider Management Capabilities Through Collaboration with HHS Technology Group

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HHS Technology Group, LLC™ (HTG) has announced  that it has been selected by The State of Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) to streamline the State's Medicaid provider management system in support of Florida's Health Care Connection (FX) Strategy.

Key Points: 
  • HTG's Discover your Provider® solution has been selected to streamline enrollment, renewals, and licensing for Medicaid providers throughout Florida.
  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HHS Technology Group, LLC™ (HTG) has announced  that it has been selected by The State of Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) to streamline the State's Medicaid provider management system in support of Florida's Health Care Connection (FX) Strategy.
  • Florida's new Provider Services Module (PSM) will be powered by HTG's Discover your Provider (DyP) solution.
  • To learn more about HTG's Discover your Provider platform and its proven success, visit HHS Technology Group online or at the upcoming Medicaid Enterprise Systems Community Conference (MESC23) Booth 634.

The Haven Detox Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month with AHCA Certification, Expanding Access to Primary Mental Health Services in Florida

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023

This certification allows The Haven Detox to accept primary mental health patients with no substance use disorder history, addressing the urgent need for more accessible mental health care in the community.

Key Points: 
  • This certification allows The Haven Detox to accept primary mental health patients with no substance use disorder history, addressing the urgent need for more accessible mental health care in the community.
  • The average delay between the onset of mental illness symptoms and treatment is 11 years, highlighting the importance of accessible and quality mental health services.
  • With this certification, The Haven Detox joins a group of healthcare providers dedicated to providing the highest standards of care for mental health services in the state of Florida.
  • For more information about The Haven Detox and the services they offer, please visit their website at https://havendetoxnow.com/

Smartlinx Staffing Marketplace Mobilizes Industry's Top Workforce Providers to Help Solve Nurse Shortages

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

ISELIN, N.J., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Smartlinx, a leading provider of cloud-based workforce management solutions for the long-term care and senior living industries, today announced they have integrated their first to market Staffing Marketplace platform with the industry's leading workforce providers, Gale and ShiftMed. Now clients have more flexibility and choice to fill shifts when they need it most, and greater visibility and control over their contingent labor costs.

Key Points: 
  • Smartlinx has integrated its healthcare Staffing Marketplace platform with workforce providers Gale and ShiftMed.
  • A part of Smartlinx Workforce Management Platform, the Marketplace connects healthcare organizations to on-demand workforce providers across the U.S.
  • With Staffing Marketplace, Smartlinx is working to help clients solve these staffing shortages through technology.
  • By adding leading workforce providers, Gale and ShiftMed, into our Staffing Marketplace, we've made it easier for our clients to find quality staff to help reduce nurse shortages," said Marina Aslanyan, CEO, Smartlinx.

Net Health's PointRight® Analytics Solution First to Receive Quality Measure Endorsements by National Quality Forum

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

PITTSBURGH, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Net Health, a leading provider of cloud-based software for specialty medical providers, today announced its PointRight® solution received two endorsements by the National Quality Forum (NQF). The endorsements include the PointRight® Pro 30® all-cause, risk adjusted rehospitalization (NQF #2375) and the PointRight® Pro Long Stay™ all-cause adjusted long-stay resident hospitalization (NQF #2827) measures.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Net Health , a leading provider of cloud-based software for specialty medical providers, today announced its PointRight® solution received two endorsements by the National Quality Forum (NQF).
  • There are currently no other long-term and post-acute care (LTPAC) EHR or analytics vendors who have developed NQF-endorsed quality measures.
  • "Earning these two endorsements further demonstrates Net Health's commitment to providing accurate performance analytics through its PointRight solutions."
  • "These endorsements validate Net Health's goal of delivering quality predictive analytics, enabling providers and payers to align on value-based care initiatives."

Lifespace Communities' Village on the Green Given Governor's Gold Seal Award

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

LONGWOOD, Fla. , Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifespace Communities' Village on the Green received the Governor's Gold Seal Award for the 10th consecutive time. It is one of the very few health centers in Florida that has been bestowed with this honor each review cycle since the inception of the award in 2002.

Key Points: 
  • LONGWOOD, Fla., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Lifespace Communities' Village on the Green received the Governor's Gold Seal Award for the 10th consecutive time.
  • Village on the Green already carries a 5-Star Health Center rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), as well as the only 10-time recipient of the Governor's Gold Seal award given every two to three years.
  • Village on the Green also received the 2022-23 Best Nursing Homes Award by U.S. News & World Report for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care.
  • "This ongoing Gold Seal recognition for Village on the Green is a testament to the hard work and dedication by our team members," said Melissa Gale da Costa, administrator for Village on the Green.

John Couris, President and CEO of Tampa General Hospital, Earns No. 4 Ranking on Florida Health Care Power 100

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Monday, October 31, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital, earned the No. 4 spot among Florida's top 100 health care officials, executives and advocates in the state. City & State Florida unveiled its Florida Health Care Power 100 rankings last week.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital , earned the No.
  • City & State Florida unveiled its Florida Health Care Power 100 rankings last week.
  • Together, we have made Tampa and Tampa General Hospital specifically, a destination for world-class care," said Couris.
  • This is the first health care list released by City & State Florida, placing Couris as the highest-ranked hospital executive in Florida.