CHITREC Presents the LAUNCH Program

Description: This two-day Summer Institute on Measuring Rehabilitation Outcomes will provide an introduction to measurement theory and application in rehabilitation. Led by Richard Gershon, Ph.D. and Nan Rothrock, Ph.D, from Northwestern University’s Department of Medical Social Sciences, this course is for both professional- (MDs, PhDs, OTDs, DPTs) and student-level rehabilitation researchers who desire to develop skills in applied and theoretical measurement. Day 1 of the course will give an overview of patient-reported outcomes and analysis, focusing on Item Response Theory (IRT), Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) methods, analysis tools, and clinical issues in measurement. Lectures will also address issues of accessibility for users. Day 2 will take place in a computer lab, focusing on data collection platforms and featuring access to the Assessment Center, a free, online, dynamic application that allows researchers to centralize research activities. Note: Day 1 only registration is available for those wish to participate only in the lecture portion of the Institute. Online registration: http://www.regonline.com/builder/site/?eventid=1162840 Full conference- Professional: $300.00 Full conference- Student: $150.00 Day one only- Professional: $150.00 Day one only- Student: $75.00 For further information, please contact Neal Michalik (312-238-2802 or nmichalik@ric.org) The Summer Institute on Measuring Rehabilitation Outcomes is supported by a grant from the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research: Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Improving Measurement of Medical Rehabilitation Outcomes (H133B090024).

Description: This two-day Summer Institute on Measuring Rehabilitation Outcomes will provide an introduction to measurement theory and application in rehabilitation. Led by Richard Gershon, Ph.D. and Nan Rothrock, Ph.D, from Northwestern University’s Department of Medical Social Sciences, this course is for both professional- (MDs, PhDs, OTDs, DPTs) and student-level rehabilitation researchers who desire to develop skills in applied and theoretical measurement. Day 1 of the course will give an overview of patient-reported outcomes and analysis, focusing on Item Response Theory (IRT), Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) methods, analysis tools, and clinical issues in measurement. Lectures will also address issues of accessibility for users. Day 2 will take place in a computer lab, focusing on data collection platforms and featuring access to the Assessment Center, a free, online, dynamic application that allows researchers to centralize research activities. Note: Day 1 only registration is available for those wish to participate only in the lecture portion of the Institute. Online registration: http://www.regonline.com/builder/site/?eventid=1162840 Full conference- Professional: $300.00 Full conference- Student: $150.00 Day one only- Professional: $150.00 Day one only- Student: $75.00 For further information, please contact Neal Michalik (312-238-2802 or nmichalik@ric.org) The Summer Institute on Measuring Rehabilitation Outcomes is supported by a grant from the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research: Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Improving Measurement of Medical Rehabilitation Outcomes (H133B090024).

Description: Join CMS for a National Provider Call. This National Provider Call will provide a general overview on the Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) payment adjustment and the Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program payment adjustment, as well as specifics on the 2015 PQRS and 2014 eRx adjustments, including eligibility, how to avoid future payment adjustments, key points, and tips for successful participation. The presentation will also offer a list of resources and contacts for additional support. A Question & Answer session will follow the presentation. Registration To register for the call, please visit the CMS Upcoming National Provider Calls webpage: http://www.eventsvc.com/blhtechnologies/register/d1448545-af82-460e-b7ea-0083346ac700. Registration will close at 12:00 p.m. ET on the day of the call or when available space has been filled; no exceptions will be made, so please register early. Presentation A link to the slide presentation will be available on the CMS National Provider Calls and Events page prior to the call: http://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Outreach/NPC/National-Provider-Calls-and-Events-Items/2013-06-18-PQRS-eRx.html?DLPage=1&DLSort=0&DLSortDir=descending

Description: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services EHR Incentive Program attestation and AIU is over for 2012, but now is the time to start thinking about attesting for 2013. Join us this summer from July-August for a series of webinar's designed to provide you with helpful tips and recommendations on how to attest to the 2013 Medicaid EHR Incentive Program. Click here to register: https://chitrecevents.webex.com/chitrecevents/onstage/g.php?t=a&d=663701158