CMA CEU Conference

Healthy Aging - Caring for the Older Population


Day/Time: Saturday, February 8, 2025 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Mode: Web Conferencing via Zoom

AAMA Number: 143819

CEUs: 4 ACG CEUs

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This program is designed to enhance the learning of CMAs working in area health facilities providing new information on current trends in healthcare. 

This program is sponsored by: Northwood Technical College.
 



Program Notes:

  • Every attendee must log-in individually to gain access to the workshop so virtual attendance is documented.
  • The live, 4-hour session is required for CEU attainment; recorded video or partial participation will not be allowed.
  • The Zoom link will be sent to your email address 2-3 days prior to the workshop.
    * Please check  junk or spam folder if you don't find information in your main inbox. Emails from Northwood Tech employees will come from an @NorthwoodTech.edu domain.

 

Agenda

 


8:00-8:10 a.m.

Welcome and announcements; technology overview and log-in name, 
evaluation to come in link at end of each session
 

8:10-9:00 a.m.

General ADRC Overview as it Pertains to Medical Assistants, 
Sue Allyn, Information & Assistance Specialist, Licensed Social Worker, 
Barron County Aging & Disability Resource Center


9:00-9:10 a.m.

Break
 

9:10-10:00 a.m.

Dementia 101, Trisha Witham, Dementia Care Specialist, Aging & 
Disability Resource Center of Barron & Rusk Counties


10:00-10:10 a.m.


Break

10:10 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

For the Health of It: ADRC Healthy Living Programs
Alisa Lammers, B.S., Caregiver Specialist & Health Promotions 
Coordinator, ADRC


11:10 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Dementia Live, Trisha Witham, Dementia Care Specialist, Aging & 
Disability Resource Center of Barron & Rusk Counties
 

12:00 p.m.

Wrap up and evaluations
 


 


 

  • Session One
    • Title: General ADRC Overview as it Pertains to Medical Assistants
    • Presenter: Sue Allyn, Information & Assistance Specialist, Licensed Social Worker, Barron County Aging & Disability Resource Center
    • Objectives:
      • Medical Assistants will obtain understanding of the ADRC's resources.
      • Medical Assistants will utilize the ADRC process of when to make referrals.
      • Medical Assistants will engage in communication with best practices as to when to contact the ADRC.
  • Session Two
    • Title: Dementia 101
    • Presenter: Trisha Witham, Dementia Care Specialist, Aging & Disability Resource Center of Barron & Rusk Counties
    • Objectives:
      • Identify the differences between the most common causes of dementia.
      • Use effective communication with people living with dementia.
      • Understand how dementia impacts the brain.
  • Session Three
    • Title: For the Health of It: ADRC Healthy Living Programs
    • Presenter: Alisa Lammers, B.S., Caregiver Specialist & Health Promotions Coordinator, ADRC
    • Objectives:
      • Identify at least three evidence-based healthy living programs offered by the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) that can benefit patients with chronic conditions.
      • Explain the key components and potential health outcomes of one ADRC healthy living program in detail, enabling effective patient referrals and support.
      • Demonstrate the ability to assess which patients may benefit most from ADRC healthy living programs and outline the referral process.
  • Session Four
    • Title: Dementia Live
    • Presenter: Trisha Witham, Dementia Care Specialist, Aging & Disability Resource Center of Barron & Rusk Counties
    • Objectives:
      • Understand how dementia affects the senses of people living with dementia.
      • Gain empathy for people living with dementia.
      • Understand how dementia impacts memory.

 

Registration

Fee: $30 | $15.05 (62 +)

Welcome to our brand new online registration system!

If you’re registering and self-paying, click here to create your student profile (one-time only step).

Once your profile is complete, go to the CMA CE Conference class, add it to your shopping cart, check-out (have your AAMA number ready), and pay.
 

If your business needs to register a group and wants to be billed or you are a out of state resident (outside of Wisconsin or Minnesota), please contact
melissa.buxton@northwoodtech.edu 
for details.

Thank you to our conference sponsors!

 

 

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CMA CEU Conference: Workflow Best Practices - Resource Page

Workflow Best Practices


Day/Time: Saturday, October 26, 2024 | 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Mode: Web Conferencing via Zoom

Catalog Number: 47-509-409

AAMA Number: 143475       

CEUs: 4 ACG      

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  • Session One
    • Title: Proper Documentation for Medicare’s Annual Wellness Visits
    • Presenter: Tony Evans, RHIA, Professional Coding Manager, Aspirus St. Luke’s Hospital
    • Objectives:
      • Understand what is needed to properly code for an Annual Wellness Visit (AWV).
      • Understand an MA’s role in obtaining the necessary information for an Annual Wellness Visit.
      • Understand how to depart the patient with the proper documents.
    • Resources:
  • Session Two
    • Title: Trauma-Informed Healthcare
    • Presenter: Brittany Hamm, DNP, APRN, CNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Nurse Practitioner, Lake Superior Community Health Center 
    • Objectives:
      • Learn about trauma-informed care and its principles.
      • Discuss the potential impacts of applying trauma-informed care.
      • Discuss how to apply trauma-informed care approaches in healthcare and with specific populations.
    • Resources:
  • Session Three
    • Title: Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) in the Primary Care Clinic
    • Presenter: Emily Anderson, MD, Medical Director, Lake Superior Community Health Center
    • Objectives:
      • Understand the definition and purpose of MAT.
      • Have a general knowledge of medications and treatments used for the management of alcohol use disorder, opioid use disorder and stimulant use disorders in the primary care setting. 
      • Understand the role of the Medical Assistant and other clinic staff in providing MAT in a team-based setting. 
    • Resources:
  • Session Four
    • Title: Give It Your Best Shot
    • Presenter: Ilana Yokel, CMA (AAMA), Clinical Assistant, Essentia Health Pediatrics
    • Objectives:
      • Understand proper placement and techniques when giving pediatric injections
      • Recognize how to manage the environment to promote success and safety and minimize pain and fear.
      • To be able to practice and promote techniques that minimize trauma and enhance coping skills for both patients and practitioners.
    • Resources:

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