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Transformational Leaders: Redesigning Population Health Through Technology, AI, and Resilience
Join Your Colleagues in Clearwater Beach!

There is still time to register! Join other transformational leaders on October 6-7th at ABQAURP's Annual Health Care Quality & Patient Safety Conference at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, FL.

Come together to discover the innovations and approaches that have evolved from the swift changes made throughout health care. Together, we can move forward with a health care system that is more resilient and stronger than ever before.
Register for the Conference Now! 

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Calling All ABQAURP 2022 Fellows! 

We are excited to commemorate the anniversary of ABQAURP's 45 years of promoting health care quality that begins at this year's annual conference. To kick off this year-long celebration, we want to extend our gratitude with special recognition to some of our longest tenured members, ABQAURP Fellows!

We invite all Fellows to attend the annual conference where you will be recognized for your contributions to the association and to the health care quality and patient safety movements. We will also be presenting you with an exclusive Fellowship pin as a token of our appreciation for your ongoing dedication. Pins will only be issued during onsite registration at the conference, with special recognition during the event. We encourage you to wear your pins with pride while visiting with colleagues at the Networking Reception during early registration on Thursday evening before the conference and throughout the year when you return home. Share your stories and accomplishments and be recognized for your commitment to health care quality. We are grateful for the work you do each day to improve health care quality and safety!

Limited Time Left for $179 Per Night Room Block!

Our discounted room rate of $179 is first come, first served. Don't miss this opportunity to stay at the conference location at this great rate! Rate includes free parking, local transportation, wi-fi, and NO additional resort fees. Room block expires on September 11, 2022, or pending availability. Read more about visiting St. Petersburg-Clearwater, CLICK HERE.


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Conference Session Accreditation Confirmed! 
Conference CE hours have now been confirmed for the following credits:

  Physicians
The American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

The American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP) designates this live activity for a maximum of 8.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 


Pharmacists
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by ABQAURP and Ascension. Ascension is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 2.0 IPCE credits for learning and change. Commercial Interest: No commercial Interest was received for this IPCE activity. 
 
Case Managers
This program has been pre-approved by the Commission for Case Manager Certification to provide (up to 8) continuing education credits to Certified Case Managers (CCMs). 
 
Family Physicians
The AAFP has reviewed Transformational Leaders: Redesigning Population Health Through Technology, AI, and Resilience and deemed it acceptable for up to 8.00 Live AAFP Elective credits. Term of Approval is from 10/07/2022 to 10/07/2022. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 
 
Nurses
ABQAURP is an approved provider of continuing education for nurses. This activity is designated for 8.0 nursing contact hours through the Florida Board of Nursing, Provider # 50-94. 

Physician Advisors
This activity is endorsed by the American College of Physician Advisors. 

Osteopathic
This program is approved for Category 2 credit by the American Osteopathic Association. 

Physician Assistants
AAPA accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician assistants may receive a maximum of 8.0 hours of Category 1 credit for completing this program. 



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CE Spotlight Course

Optimal Management of Behavioral and Physical Health

Sam Toney, MD
President & Chief Executive Officer - Toney HealthCare Consulting


This online course describes the shortcomings of siloed behavioral and physical health domains and identifies opportunities for collaborative designs to drive optimal outcomes and quality. 
 
At the conclusion of this activity, attendees should be able to:
• Describe the shortcomings of managing behavioral and physical health separately and why integration is important
• Identify opportunities for improvement or superior performance across six key integration factors
• Assess your organization's behavioral and physical health integration across the six dimensions and consider opportunities for improvement 
 
Get the Full Course Details and Get Started: HERE

Complimentary for ABQAURP Diplomates and Professional Members - August 17, 2022 through September 22, 2022*


View this course and all our online offerings HERE.
*Price will automatically update in your cart to no charge when ordering online. Spotlight course is also available to non-members at regular price. The American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians, Inc. (ABQAURP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.  ABQAURP designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.  ABQAURP is an approved provider of continuing education for nurses. This activity is designated for 1.0 contact hour through the Florida Board of Nursing, Provider # 50-94. 
Announcing Digital Credentials!

Health Care Quality & Management Certification


Issued by American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians© (ABQAURP)

Earners who have achieved certification in HCQM are deeply committed to patient safety, health care quality, and effective care. Those certified in HCQM demonstrate their superior ability to critically evaluate industry literature, identify evidence-based best practices, and make recommendations that balance appropriateness of health care services with cost and quality. HCQM Board Certification addresses the need for effectiveness, efficiency, equity, safety, and timeliness. 

ABQAURP is excited to announce that we will soon begin issuing digital credentials online through the Credly Acclaim platform. Diplomates should watch their email for this announcement and instructions on how to download and utilize your CHCQM and Sub-Specialty digital credentials. This electronic representation of your hard-earned credential will be displayed on the Credly website for users to share with colleagues and employers. You can easily share this on your social media platforms like LinkedIn. This program will replace the Diplomate Logo program and eliminate the need for you to apply and submit forms to enable your logo. An invitation to accept your credential will automatically be sent to all candidates that successfully complete the HCQM Certification Exam, renew their certification bi-annually, or earn a sub-specialty credential during their membership. Details will be sent via email in the coming weeks! 

Diplomates and Members: 2022 Member Referral Program 

ABQAURP Diplomates and Professional Members are eligible to receive a referral bonus when referring new Professional Members and HCQM Exam Candidates. Earn a bonus for each referral and qualify for the $500 Visa gift card for the most referrals, includes a registration for the 2023 Annual Conference to receive your prize! 

View details in the Member’s Only section of the website: www.abqaurp.org/Members_Only.aspx

Is Your Continuing Medical Education Accredited?

ABQAURP welcomes applications for joint providership of educational activities for continuing medical education credit. ABQAURP accredits a variety of activities including live activities, enduring materials, and more.

As an accredited provider, ABQAURP works with each joint provider organization to ensure the accreditation process runs as smoothly as possible. 

For more information, please contact the Education Department at (800) 998-6030 or education@abqaurp.org



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