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SUMMARY:DOH/OMH Webinar: Changes & Updates regarding the SED Population HCBS LOC Determination
DESCRIPTION:The New York State Department of Health (“Department”) along with our State Partner of Office of Mental Health (OMH) will be presenting several webinars in the month of April to address audit findings\, and requirements of the Children’s Waiver. \nPlease see the audience that should attend\, as there are significant changes to HBCS eligibility determination in webinar #1 & #2 and “New” information for HCBS providers in webinar #4. After these webinars have been conducted\, any relevant policies will be released as well and posted to the NYS DOH website: 1115 Waiver/Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) (ny.gov) \n\nChanges & Updates regarding the Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) Population HCBS Level of Care Determination• Date: Tuesday April 4\, 2023\n\n\nTime: 2:00 – 3:30 PM ET\nAudience: HHCM\, C-YES\, and MMCP\nRegistration link:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2503015560821666655
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/doh-omh-webinar-changes-updates-regarding-the-sed-population-hcbs-loc-determination/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T133000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230329T174100Z
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SUMMARY:Treatment Considerations in the Age of Fentanyl Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Fentanyl and other high-potency synthetic opioids are increasingly present in the U.S. drug supply. Healthcare systems\, treatment providers\, and justice systems are grappling with the physiological consequences of chronic fentanyl use and how its use may impact treatment. \nPresenters will discuss practical clinical practice-based guidance on treating opioid use disorder in the age of fentanyl\, the use of medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) in the treatment of individuals using fentanyl\, and other considerations and challenges. This free webinar is sponsored by the Addiction Policy Forum\, the Justice Community Opioid Innovation Network (JCOIN) at the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)\, the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP)\, and the Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS). \nThis webinar is part of the JCOIN Speaker Series. Led by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and funded by the NIH HEAL Initiative®\, JCOIN is a groundbreaking initiative designed to advance scientific knowledge on effective policies\, practices\, and interventions to address the opioid crisis among justice-involved individuals\, by partnering researchers with justice agencies and community health programs.
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/treatment-considerations-in-the-age-of-fentanyl-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230406T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230328T165636Z
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UID:8850-1680786000-1680791400@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:DOH/OMH Webinar: Changes & Updates regarding the MF Population HCBS LOC Determination
DESCRIPTION:The New York State Department of Health (“Department”) along with our State Partner of Office of Mental Health (OMH) will be presenting several webinars in the month of April to address audit findings\, and requirements of the Children’s Waiver. \nPlease see the audience that should attend\, as there are significant changes to HBCS eligibility determination in webinar #1 & #2 and “New” information for HCBS providers in webinar #4. After these webinars have been conducted\, any relevant policies will be released as well and posted to the NYS DOH website: 1115 Waiver/Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) (ny.gov) \n\nChanges & Updates regarding the Medically Fragile (MF) Population HCBS Level of Care Determination• Date: Thursday April 6\, 2023\n\n\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET\nAudience: HHCM\, C-YES\, and MMCP\nRegistration link:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/17502456024850784
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/doh-omh-webinar-changes-updates-regarding-the-mf-population-hcbs-loc-determination/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230404T181740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230406T150245Z
UID:8936-1681480800-1681484400@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:OASAS Connections to Care RFA Applicant Conference
DESCRIPTION:Please be aware of the following changes for the SETT-23008 Connections to Care RFA timetable: \n\nThe time and date of the Applicant conference has changed from Thursday\, April 6th at 11 AM EST to Friday\, April 14th  at 2 PM EST.\nThe Deadline for Submission of Applicant’s Inquiries has changed from Friday\, April 7th at 5 PM EST to Friday\, April 14th at 5 PM EST.\nThe Anticipated Release of Inquiries & Answers\, on or about by OASAS has changed from Wednesday\, April 12th to Wednesday\, April 19th.”\n\nConnections to Care RFA Applicant Conference \nFriday\, April 14\, 2023 2:00 PM | (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) \n  \nJoin link: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/j.php?MTID=m1373059fe56514b2e7386e034c960847 \n  \nWebinar number: \n161 571 8390 \nWebinar password: \nnNgqNbNJ354 (66476265 from phones and video systems) \nJoin by phone \n+1-518-549-0500 US (English Menu) \n+1-518-549-0059 US (Menú en Español) \nAccess code: 161 571 8390
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/oasas-connections-to-care-rfa-applicant-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230331T172119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T172138Z
UID:8889-1681813800-1681819200@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:OMIG Healthcare Provider Engagement Forums - Albany
DESCRIPTION:The Office of the Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG) announced today it will host provider engagement forums in Albany\, Rochester and New York City seeking input from the healthcare provider community regarding OMIG’s efforts to prevent and detect fraud\, waste\, and abuse in the State’s Medicaid program and recover improperly expended funds.\nEach session will include opening remarks by Acting Medicaid Inspector General Frank T. Walsh\, Jr. followed by Deputy Medicaid Inspector General for Audit Jay Speers\, who will provide a brief overview of OMIG’s audit processes and procedures. The remainder of each forum will be devoted to soliciting input and recommendations from the provider community related to OMIG’s program integrity efforts. \nIn-person attendance at each session is available on a first-registered\, first-served basis\, as seating is limited. To ensure providers from across the state have an opportunity to participate\, an online option is available. \nHealthcare providers interested in submitting input and recommendations prior to engagement forums are encouraged to complete OMIG’s 2023 Provider Engagement Sessions – Input and Recommendations Survey. \nPlease Note: OMIG cannot consider\, in any capacity\, specific matters pertaining to audits or investigations that are currently before the agency. \nSTATEWIDE PROVIDER ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS SCHEDULE: \nSession One\nWhen: April 18\, 2023; 10:30AM – 12:00PM EST\nLocation: Albany\, Empire State Plaza\, Meeting Room 1 (See: map to the ESP Concourse)\nIn-person registration: Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OMIGAlbanySessionRegistration\nOnline registration: Register here: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r467c52873525c939f31eea272e21a9df \n\nSession Two\nWhen: May 10\, 2023; 10:30AM – 12:00PM EST\nLocation: Monroe Community College\, 321 State Street\, Rochester\, NY 14608 (See: Home | Monroe Community College | Rochester\, NY (monroecc.edu))\nIn-person registration: Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OMIGRochesterSessionRegistration\nOnline registration: Register here: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r6c5201eae61ca5b4e5936a8ead6cef5e\n\nSession Three\nWhen: May 24\, 2023; 10:30AM – 12:00PM EST\nLocation: NYS Office of the Medicaid Inspector General – New York City Regional Office\, 90 Church Street\, New York\, NY 10007\nIn-person registration: Register here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/OMIGNYCSessionRegistration\nOnline registration: Register here: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r75cf57eaefad723acb8a2e723e820609
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/omig-healthcare-provider-engagement-forums-albany/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T113000
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UID:8852-1681898400-1681903800@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:DOH/OMH Webinar: Considerations for Determining HCBS Eligibility for the SED Target Populations
DESCRIPTION:The New York State Department of Health (“Department”) along with our State Partner of Office of Mental Health (OMH) will be presenting several webinars in the month of April to address audit findings\, and requirements of the Children’s Waiver. \nPlease see the audience that should attend\, as there are significant changes to HBCS eligibility determination in webinar #1 & #2 and “New” information for HCBS providers in webinar #4. After these webinars have been conducted\, any relevant policies will be released as well and posted to the NYS DOH website: 1115 Waiver/Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) (ny.gov) \n  \nConsiderations for Determining HCBS Eligibility for the Serious Emotional Disturbance Target Populations• Date: Wednesday April 19\, 2023 \n\nTime: 10:00 – 11:30 AM ET\nAudience: HHCM\, C-YES\, and MMCP\nRegistration link:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3701597584329327191
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/doh-omh-webinar-considerations-for-determining-hcbs-eligibility-for-the-sed-target-populations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T143000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230328T170208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T170208Z
UID:8854-1681909200-1681914600@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:DOH/OMH Webinar: “NEW” HCBS Provider Documentation Policy
DESCRIPTION:The New York State Department of Health (“Department”) along with our State Partner of Office of Mental Health (OMH) will be presenting several webinars in the month of April to address audit findings\, and requirements of the Children’s Waiver. \nPlease see the audience that should attend\, as there are significant changes to HBCS eligibility determination in webinar #1 & #2 and “New” information for HCBS providers in webinar #4. After these webinars have been conducted\, any relevant policies will be released as well and posted to the NYS DOH website: 1115 Waiver/Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) (ny.gov) \n\n\n“NEW” HCBS Provider Documentation Policy• Date: Wednesday April 19\, 2023\n\n\nTime: 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET\nAudience: HCBS providers\nRegistration link: Monthly HCBS Provider Meeting
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/doh-omh-webinar-new-hcbs-provider-documentation-policy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230408T203911Z
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SUMMARY:National Council Webinar on CCBHC Notice of Funding Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Webinar on CCBHC Notice of Funding Opportunities\, April 20th \nIn March\, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, announced two funding opportunities for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) expansion\, with applications due on May 22\, 2023.  During this webinar\, experts from the National Council will review key elements of the notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) and frequently asked questions\, as well as recommendations for writing a strong grant application. \nPlease note that this is not a SAMHSA-sponsored event and the National Council is not authorized to speak on behalf of SAMHSA. Any questions specifically about the NOFO should be directed to SAMHSA at ccbhc@samhsa.hhs.gov. \nZoom Registration Link:  \nhttps://thenationalcouncil-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uxIb_ZMuTTWMiNi07ibIgA
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/national-council-webinar-on-ccbhc-notice-of-funding-opportunities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
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UID:8947-1682416800-1682420400@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Unwinding the Public Health Emergency: Keeping New Yorkers Covered Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join the New York State Office of Mental Health\, Department of Health and MCTAC as they discuss the upcoming resumption of Medicaid Recertifications. \nThis webinar is targeted to: \n\nAll child and adult serving Medicaid Behavioral Health providers\nCare Managers\nManaged Care Organizations (MCOs)\nTrade and Advocacy Organizations\n Local Mental Hygiene Directors\n\nThe webinar will provide an overview of New York State’s process to resume Medicaid eligibility renewals and provide information about how stakeholders can assist individuals in maintaining their Medicaid enrollment. \nDate & Time: \nApril 25th\, 2023\n10am-11am \n  \nLink: https://registration.nytac.org/event/?pid=1&id=1862
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/unwinding-the-public-health-emergency-keeping-new-yorkers-covered-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230424T160001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T160730Z
UID:9085-1682416800-1682420400@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Unwinding the Public Health Emergency: Keeping New Yorkers Covered Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join the New York State Office of Mental Health\, Department of Health and MCTAC as they discuss the upcoming resumption of Medicaid Recertifications.  \nThis webinar is targeted to: \n·       All child and adult serving Medicaid Behavioral Health providers \n·       Care Managers \n·       Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) \n·       Trade and Advocacy Organizations \n·        Local Mental Hygiene Directors \nThe webinar will provide an overview of New York State’s process to resume Medicaid eligibility renewals and provide information about how stakeholders can assist individuals in maintaining their Medicaid enrollment.
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/unwinding-the-public-health-emergency-keeping-new-yorkers-covered-webinar-2/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230421T151449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T160007Z
UID:9058-1682514000-1682517600@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:OASAS Statewide Community Opioid Settlement Fund Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Date and time: \nWednesday\, April 26\, 2023 1:00 PM | (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) \nJoin link: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/j.php?MTID=m314a4750560e20b24ab57420e196eb30 \nWebinar number: \n161 063 4825 \nWebinar password: \nUpEx8SRmq33 (87398776 from phones and video systems) \nJoin by phone \n+1-518-549-0500 US (English Menu) \n+1-518-549-0059 US (Menú en Español) \nAccess code: 161 063 4825
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/oasas-statewide-community-opioid-settlement-fund-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T153000
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UID:9117-1682602200-1682609400@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Children's Stakeholder Regional Meeting - Western NY
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Stakeholder Regional Meeting \nThe first meeting in the Western region will take place on Thursday\, April 27th from 1:30 – 3:30.  Please see info below for in-person and remote participants. \nIF YOU ARE PARTICIPATING REMOTELY PLEASE USE THE LINK BELOW: \nhttps://link.zixcentral.com/u/c5414b81/hBrmojjE7RGzwwQgh3soMg?u=https%3A%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Fregister%2F8089159152371427159 \n\nIF YOU ARE PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON: \nAddress: \n1845 Kenmore Ave \nBuffalo\, NY \n\nParking Info: \nParking is available on site. If the lot is full\, off street parking is available on side streets surrounding the site. \n\nAny questions should be sent to BH.Transition@health.ny.gov.
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/childrens-stakeholder-regional-meeting-western-ny/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T143625
CREATED:20230425T152714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T152714Z
UID:9119-1682686800-1682694000@nyscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Children's Stakeholder Regional Meeting - Finger Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, April 28\, a Children’s Stakeholder Regional Meeting for stakeholders in the Finger Lakes region will be held from 1:00 – 3:00.  Please see info below for in-person and remote participants. \nIF YOU ARE PARTICIPATING REMOTELY PLEASE USE THE LINK BELOW: \nClick on the link below which will take you directly to the virtual meeting: \nhttps://hillside.webex.com/hillside/j.php?MTID=m11519fbff2fe66802c446350d9348836 \nTo participate by Telephone Only\, call 1-408-792-6300 and Enter the Meeting ID 2632 754 0161 \n\nIF YOU ARE PARTICIPATING IN-PERSON: \nAddress: \nHillside Children’s Center \n1250 Highland Avenue \nRochester\, NY 14620 \n**The meeting will be in Eastman Hall on the Monroe Campus of Hillside Children’s Center. Eastman Hall is the only building on campus that is white (the remainder are brick) and looks like a small church. \n\nParking Info: \nWhen entering Highland Ave travel all the way up the hill where you will come upon a large parking lot. Grounds staff will be on-site assisting with and directing parking. \n\nAny questions should be sent to BH.Transition@health.ny.gov.
URL:https://nyscouncil.org/event/childrens-stakeholder-regional-meeting-finger-lakes/
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