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Introducing the Integrated Care Quality Series + Session 1 Registration Now Open

May 8, 2026 11:04:03 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Medicaid, postpartum, maternal health

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We’re excited to launch the Integrated Care Quality Series, a four-part educational series designed to support providers, care teams, and partners in improving outcomes across maternal, preventive, and pediatric care.

Integrated Care Quality SeriesAligned with NC Medicaid’s 2026 Withhold Program, this series will provide practical strategies, updated guidance, and actionable tools to strengthen high-quality, equitable care across the care continuum.

All sessions will be held via live webinar.

Please note: These programs are open to NC Health Department employees only.
Course registration is generously supported by the North Carolina Alliance of Public Health Agencies.


Now Open: Session 1 Registration

Prenatal & Postpartum Care (PPC)

May 27, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Live Webinar

Prenatal and postpartum care is foundational to maternal and infant health outcomes. The Withhold Program emphasizes timely prenatal care initiation and postpartum visits within 7–84 days after delivery. This session will review updated specifications, data collection requirements, F‑code documentation, and culturally responsive engagement strategies to support pregnant and postpartum members.

A Q&A session will be held two weeks after the event; access details will be shared with participants.


Participants will be able to:

✅ Describe PPC measure components and 2026 performance expectations
✅ Apply correct documentation practices—including F‑code usage—to improve data capture and completeness
✅ Identify barriers to timely prenatal and postpartum care and implement outreach workflows to address them
✅ Integrate equity-centered approaches to support members disproportionately impacted by maternal morbidity

👉 Learn more and register


What’s Coming Next

Future sessions in the series will explore:

  • Screening for Health-Related Resource Needs (HRRN)
  • Women’s Preventive Health (Cervical & Breast Cancer Screening)
  • Child & Adolescent Well-Care and Immunizations

We’ll be announcing additional session details soon, with registration opening shortly for fall offerings.

 

Don’t miss this opportunity to build knowledge, strengthen care delivery, and improve outcomes across the populations you serve. Whether you’re focused on maternal health, preventive services, or pediatric care, this series offers practical insights you can apply right away. Explore the full series details and register for Session 1 here:
👉 https://go.northwestahec.wakehealth.edu/integratedcare
 

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Supporting New Families at Home: Maternal and Infant Assessment Webinar

Jun 12, 2025 2:45:00 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Lactation, Perinatal, Nursing, postpartum, newborn

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Healthcare providers working with postpartum families play a crucial role in early care and intervention. Join us for a valuable live webinar, After Discharge: Maternal and Infant Assessment in the Home on Monday, September 9th from 9:00 AM to 2:15 PM to enhance your skills in providing home-based postpartum care.

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Celebrating the 13th Annual Breastfeeding Forum: Advancing Knowledge, Empowering Families

Apr 15, 2025 10:15:00 AM / by Stephanie Poindexter, MSN, RN posted in Breastfeeding, Nursing, Pediatric, postpartum

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On March 18, 2025, lactation consultants, peer counselors, nurses, and breastfeeding advocates gathered at the Hickory Metro Convention Center for the 13th Annual Breastfeeding Forum. This highly anticipated event welcomed 120 attendees for a full day of education, networking, and meaningful discussions aimed at strengthening breastfeeding support for families.

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Join Us in Hickory for the 13th Annual Breastfeeding Forum on March 18

Jan 24, 2025 9:54:18 AM / by NW AHEC posted in Breastfeeding, postpartum, diversity and inclusion

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Join Us in Hickory on March 18th for the 13th Annual Breastfeeding Forum! Please join us for this one-day conference which focuses on techniques to assist women with breastfeeding and update care providers on breastfeeding techniques and tips to ensure a successful breastfeeding experience. Registration OPEN!

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Highlights from the 42nd Annual Perinatal Conference on High-Risk Pregnancy

Jan 21, 2025 7:30:00 AM / by Stephanie Poindexter, MSN, RN posted in Pregnancy, Nursing, rural health, postpartum, gravidas

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The 42nd Annual Perinatal Conference: Gravidas at Risk brought together over 140 healthcare professionals including nurses, care managers, providers, and educators eager to expand their knowledge in perinatal care. The conference, held over two days at the Hickory Metro Convention Center,  served as a platform for education and collaboration among those dedicated to improving maternal and neonatal outcomes.

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Unlock 4.25 Nursing Contact Hours: Register Now for the Maternal and Infant Assessment Webinar!

Aug 28, 2024 3:30:00 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Perinatal, postpartum, home health, culture

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Mark your calendars for October 23, 2024, from 9AM to 2:15PM, and join us for this engaging live webinar. Enhance your skills as a provider to conduct thorough home visits for new postpartum families. REGISTER NOW!

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After Discharge: Maternal and Infant Assessment in the Home

Jun 22, 2023 10:12:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Breastfeeding, public health, Nursing, childbearing, postpartum

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This activity will increase the ability of the nurse to perform a home visit for a new postpartum family. View program brochure

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After Discharge: Maternal and Infant Assessment in the Home

Jun 20, 2022 6:00:00 PM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Breastfeeding, public health, Nursing, childbearing, postpartum

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Come and learn with us on August 24th 8:45AM-2:30PM Live Webinar. This activity will increase the ability of the nurse to perform a home visit for a new postpartum family, an emphasis will be placed on telehealth and virtual assessments. 

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After Discharge: Maternal and Infant Assessment in the Home

Jun 9, 2021 8:15:00 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Breastfeeding, public health, Nursing, childbearing, postpartum

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Come and learn with us on August 25th 8:45AM-2:30PM Live Webinar. This activity will increase the ability of the nurse to perform a home visit for a new postpartum family, an emphasis will be placed on telehealth and virtual assessments. 

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