Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services

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Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services sent this bulletin at 10/03/2023 01:38 PM EDT

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

OhioMHAS Nurses Honored During Semi-Annual DAISY Award Celebration

The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) celebrated nurses from the regional psychiatric hospitals today at its semi-annual DAISY Award Celebration ceremony. The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses was created by The DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Foundation, which expresses gratitude to nurses with programs that recognize them for the extraordinary compassionate, skillful care they provide patients and families. By honoring nurses, DAISY reinforces the importance of compassion in healthcare. The DAISY Foundation was established in 1999 by members of the family of Patrick Barnes in honor of the clinical care Pat’s nurses provided him before his passing.

Nurses from all six OhioMHAS regional psychiatric hospitals were nominated by peers, patients, and patients’ families for this award. The nominations were blind reviewed to select honorees who reflected our core values; collaboration, quality, accountability, and compassion. Nominators shared stories of how these nurses helped them through some of their most difficult times. Whether through providing one-on-one art time, being a calming presence, helping teach others, supporting staff members, lending a helping hand, or being a source of advice or joy in hard times.

Thank you to all of our nurses who provide extraordinary care to patients and families every day.

Pictured above (l-r): Summit Behavioral Healthcare RN Ohma Lewis, Appalachian Behavioral Health LPN Shandie Sheets, Twin Valley Behavioral Healthcare RN Asongache “Tazi” Mbtazi, OhioMHAS System Chief Nursing Executive Monica Schafer, OhioMHAS Director Lori Criss, Heartland Behavioral Health RN Jessica Kilmer, Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital LPN Sherlyn White. (Not pictured: Northcoast Behavioral Hospital RN Anthony Donahue.)

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All-Star Panel Tackles Mental Health

OhioMHAS Director Criss recently participated in an All-Star Panel on Mental Health Recovery & Resilience as part of the Ohio Association of Health Plans’ 2023 Annual Trade Show and Convention. She was joined on stage by NFL Hall-of-Famers Aeneas Williams and Steve Hutchinson who shared moving insights of their experiences with mental illness.

Williams spoke of his daughter’s mental illness and the importance of simply listening to someone dealing with mental-health challenges. Hutchinson, who now works as college football recruiter, discussed mental health challenges faced by student-athletes.

Director Criss highlighted the work OhioMHAS is doing to strengthen the state’s crisis network, increase prevention efforts and grow the behavioral health workforce. She also addressed the stigma around mental illness and addiction, noting that, every day in Ohio, 19 people die “deaths of despair,” from substance-use disorder or suicide.

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National Accreditation Webinar — Oct. 12

The OhioMHAS Licensure & Certification team will host a webinar featuring representatives from The Joint Commission, The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), and the Council on Accreditation (COA) on Oct. 12 from 10:00 a.m.-noon. Each accrediting body will provide an overview of their accreditation process and other key information for community behavioral health services providers who must obtain national accreditation on or after Oct. 1, 2025. OhioMHAS encourages providers to begin the national accreditation process early to ensure they remain in regulatory compliance.

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11th Annual Trauma Informed Care Summit (TIC Summit) Event Planning and Management Services

OhioMHAS is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to assist with event planning and management services for the 11th Annual Trauma-Informed Care Summit, a two-day educational event that will be hosted in May 2024. The goal of the Summit is to increase knowledge of trauma and its impact on Ohioans. Proposals from qualified vendors must be submitted by 2:00 p.m. on Oct. 12.

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IMPORTANT: Avoid Medicaid Claim Denials — Make Your PNM Updates Before Oct. 20

Effective Oct. 20, Next Generation Medicaid managed care organizations, the OhioRISE plan, and MyCare Ohio plans must use provider data from Ohio Medicaid’s Provider Network Management (PNM) module as it is the official system of record. To ensure the provider data sent from the PNM to the managed care entities is accurate, it is imperative that your records are updated within the PNM module. If your data in the PNM module does not match your data on the submitted claim, your claims will be denied for payment.

Actions needed by you as a Medicaid provider or trading partner

Check that all data submitted on a claim and within the PNM module(e.g., addresses, affiliations, specialties, locations) is accurate and up to date.
Access Provider Education & Training Resourceswithin the PNM ‘Learning’ tab for step-by-step instructions.
Continue to update data as changes occur. MCEs will use this information as the system of record moving forward.

The managed care entities download a complete extract of the Provider Master File that includes all provider data daily.

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For technical support or assistance, contact Ohio Medicaid’s Integrated Helpdesk (IHD) at 800.686.1516 and follow the prompts for Provider Enrollment (option 2, option 2) or email IHD@medicaid.ohio.gov. Representatives are available Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

To learn more about the PNM module and Centralized Credentialing, visit the PNM and Centralized Credentialing page on the Next Generation website.

Prioritizing Prevention: Translating Science to Practice Podcast

Listen to the Ohio Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health Prevention and Promotion’s latest podcast episode focused on Black Youth and Young Adult Suicide. In this episode, Dr. Holly Raffle, Faculty Director at the Center, interviews Brandon Johnson with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). They discuss Brandon’s current work as Branch Chief of the Suicide Prevention Branch at SAMHSA, the rising suicide rates among Black youth, risk factors, and protective measures. The episode provides valuable insights into addressing the critical issue.

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Navigating the Mental Health Crisis in Young Adults — Oct. 19

As part of its ongoing 12th Annual David Cutler Conservatory Exploring Mental Health Series, Hopewell will present Navigating the Mental Health Crisis in Young Adults on Oct. 19 at 5:30 p.m. in Cleveland. Joanna Lilley, NCC, a Therapeutic Consultant who provides guidance and support to young adults in need of mental health or substance abuse treatment, and to their families, will be the featured speaker. A virtual option is available for those who cannot attend the lecture in person. The event is free, but registration is required. RSVP to 440.247.0912 or email akatzman@hopewell.cc by Oct. 9.

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Ohio Adult Allies Summit — Dec. 8

Prevention Action Alliance will host the Ohio Adult Allies Summit, "Cultiivating Change: Youth-Driven Solutions," on Dec. 8 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at the Quest Conference Center in Westerville. This conference will explore the dynamic world of youth-led initiatives and their pivotal role in addressing the evolving needs of young people today. Participants will discover innovative strategies, collaborate with passionate advocates, and empower the next generation to steer the course towards a brighter future. Cost is $50.

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