The role of Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in North Carolina is integral to the health care system. As advanced practice registered nurses, NPs are trained to provide high-quality care, often serving as primary care providers. This overview will delve into the regulations governing NP practice in North Carolina, address common questions regarding their scope of practice, prescriptive authority, collaboration requirements, and documentation. The speaker will also dispel a few myths related to NPs!
Overview of Nurse Practitioners in North Carolina: Regulations, Scope of Practice, and Common Questions
Sep 18, 2024 7:15:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Primary Care, Pediatrics, physicians, practice management, nurse practitioners
Stay Up to Date with Your COVID-19 Vaccines
Sep 17, 2024 8:15:00 AM / by Practice Support Team
Everyone ages 6 months and older should get a 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect you from severe disease, hospitalization, and death. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is a safer, more reliable way to build protection than getting sick with COVID- 19.
Registration Open for 4th Annual Statewide Quality Forum
Sep 11, 2024 9:00:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid, Medicaid Managed Care, Quality Improvement
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
September is National Fall Prevention Awareness Month
Sep 10, 2024 3:00:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Community, falls, aging, safety
Did you know:
- One in four older Americans falls every year?
- Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries for people age 65 and older?
- Falls can result in broken hips (and other broken bones) and head injuries?
- Even falls without major injury can result in an older adult becoming fearful or depressed and therefore less active?
Source: https://www.ncoa.org/article/6-falls-prevention-steps-to-help-your-older-loved-ones/
No Judgment. Just Help.
Sep 4, 2024 3:15:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in suicide, 988
Free Event: Quality Aging Conference for Seniors and Caregivers
Sep 4, 2024 8:45:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in Wellness, Community, aging
Seniors and caregivers are invited to the Quality Aging Conference to receive resources and information on living independently and maintaining the highest quality of life possible. Topics range from physical/mental health to home safety and much more. Attendees enjoy included lunch, snacks, vendors and demonstrations/services.
Unlock Strategies for Diabetes Management: Join Our Free Webinar on October 23rd and Improve Care Today!
Aug 30, 2024 9:28:52 AM / by Brooke Kochanski posted in Primary Care, diabetes
In this educational endeavor, the goal is to enlighten learners about the prevalence of diabetes and chronic kidney disease within primary care settings. Delving into the factors that hinder or support patient involvement in their treatment, this initiative will also delve into strategies for enhancing performance and implementing activities that foster wellness in individuals with diabetes.
Practicing Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility in the Care of Diverse Patients
Aug 29, 2024 8:30:57 AM / by Janice Moore, MLS posted in Social Determinants of Health, diversity and inclusion, cultural humility
The Northwest AHEC Practice Support Team supports social, physical, and economic environments which promote attaining the full potential of health and well-being for all. This blog segment highlights impactful publications which promote improved health outcomes through Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) each month.
Medicaid Managed Care Virtual Office Hours
Aug 28, 2024 1:12:00 PM / by Practice Support Team posted in Medicaid Managed Care, practice management
Medicaid Managed Care Virtual Office Hours
Important News for You Regarding Reassignment of Medicare Benefits
Aug 28, 2024 10:15:00 AM / by Practice Support Team posted in PECOS
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has made some changes to the process for reporting a change to a provider's Medicare enrollment information, particularly establishing or terminating a reassignment.