​All primary care practices interested in achieving NCQA PCMH Recognition are encouraged to attend

The West Virginia Medical Institute (a member of the Quality Insights family of companies that includes Quality Insights of Pennsylvania/PA REACH), the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation, CAMC Institute, and Partners in Health Network are teaming up to offer a FREE two-day learning session aimed at helping primary care practices position themselves for success in the changing healthcare environment.

Centering on Quality Care for Patients, Transforming Health Care for the Future, scheduled for September 18-19, 2015 at The Resort at Glade Springs in Daniels, WV, will focus on value based purchasing and the benefits of achieving Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) status.  PCMH is offered by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) and signifies that a medical practice has implemented a number of standards and processes around quality and efficiency of care.

Participants will learn how PCMH can improve patient care and lower costs, as well as the steps necessary for implementing a PCMH model, including the importance of involving medical leadership in the process.  Summit organizers will also recognize West Virginia practices who have recently achieved PCMH status.

Scheduled speakers include Dr. Farzad Mostashari, CEO of Aledade and former Director of the Office of the National Coordinator for Health IT (ONC); Dr. Michael Frisina, faculty member and subject matter expert in leadership and ethics at The United States Military Academy; Mina Harkins, Assistant Vice President with the NCQA’s Recognition Programs Policy and Resources; and Janet Tomcavage, Geisinger Health Plan® Community Programs Director.

In addition to the free summit, physicians and nurses can earn 10.5 CME/CEUs, approved by the CAMC Institute, for $55.00.