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      Enhancing Blood Pressure Measurement Accuracy to Improve Hypertension Control and Chronic Disease Outcomes

      10/24/2024

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      Available Credits
      • ACMPE: 1.00
      • ACHE: 1.00
      • CEU: 1.00
      • PDC: 1.00
      • CPE: 1.00
      Description

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      If you experience issues registering for this webinar, please email or call the MGMA Service Center at 877.275.6462, ext. 1888 to register.

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      This webinar – scheduled for October 24, 2024, at 1 pm ET (12 pm CT, 11 am MT, 10 am PT) – is eligible for ACMPE, ACHE (live only), CPE (live only), PDC (live only) and CEU credit, and will be made available as a recording.

      Emerging evidence suggests that hypertension control in the U.S. has significantly worsened since the onset of COVID-19. Research shows COVID-19 may have contributed to an increase in hypertension cases, and mounting data shows that elevated blood pressure (BP) is a key factor in the development of many end-organ diseases.

      This webinar will address the current post-pandemic landscape faced by the medical community and its patients, emphasizing the importance of accurate BP measurement for effective diagnostic and therapeutic decisions. The webinar will also highlight the critical role of adhering to the American Heart Association (AHA)-recommended protocol for patient positioning during BP readings, ensuring measurement accuracy and improved patient outcomes.

      This 60-minute webinar will provide you with the knowledge to:

      • Analyze the importance of detecting small differences in BP readings for the effective management of hypertension and other metabolic disorders, particularly in primary care settings.
      • Apply the AHA best practice protocol for repeatable BP readings at the point of care, emphasizing proper training, equipment selection, and patient positioning to ensure accuracy.
      • Evaluate the reliability of at-home BP measurements versus clinical-grade readings in primary care for diagnosing BP disorders, considering the clinical significance of patient positioning as highlighted in the CORRECT BP study.

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      Continuing Education

      Delivery method: Internet Live Course | Group Internet Based
      Learning level: Intermediate - Education that builds on a basic curriculum, designed to improve your ability to analyze and apply skills learned to a topic or knowledge area.
      Learning format: Traditional
      Prerequisites: A basic understanding of the topic or knowledge area.
      Advance preparation: None
      Duration: 60 minutes

      Claiming Credit: If you wish to claim continuing education credit, you must attend the live webinar and complete the session evaluation in order to meet the requirements of the accrediting organizations.

      • ACMPE, medical practice administrators in certification and Fellowship through ACMPE
      • ACHE, American College of Healthcare Executives Qualified Education
      • CPE, Continuing Professional Education for accountants
        • Attendance at the live instructor-led program 
      • CEU, generic continuing education credit
      • PDC, professional development credits for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

      For detailed continuing education credit information, click here.

      **PLEASE NOTE: CEU credit types and totals are listed as a good faith estimate. Actual CEU types and totals offered at time of presentation may vary. Final CEU credit listing will be published on or before the day of the presentation.

      Speakers
      Picture of Tom Schwieterman

      Tom Schwieterman, MD, MBA
      Chief Medical Officer
      Vice President of Clinical Affairs, Midmark

      As Chief Medical Officer for Midmark Corporation, Dr. Tom Schwieterman brings a deep understanding of the trends and issues shaping the evolving healthcare industry. With 12 years of experience as a private practice physician in a rural community, he offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing physician practices, especially at the point of care. 

      In his role, “Dr. Tom” leads efforts to integrate  innovative technology and new approaches that enrich interactions between caregivers and patients at the point of care. His work is involves guiding the development of clinical solutions, analyzing market trends, providing insights into government regulations, and identifying and quantifying new innovations in the medical, dental and animal health markets. He also focuses on optimizing health information technology to improve caregiver efficiency and patient outcomes.

      Dr. Tom holds a Bachelor of Science in software engineering from Miami University, Ohio, a Doctor of Medicine degree from The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and a Master of Business Administration from Xavier University. He is board certified in family practice.

      Picture of Randy Wexler

      Randy Wexler, MD, MPH
      Academic Vice Chair, Department of Family Medicine and Community Medicine, The Ohio State University

      Dr. Randy Wexler is a Professor of Family and Community Medicine and Academic Vice Chair at The Ohio State University. He received his BA in Zoology at Miami University (Oxford, Ohio), his MD at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, and his MPH from The Ohio State University School of Public Health.

      Dr. Wexler’s research focuses on enhancing cardiovascular, particularly in managing hypertension within primary care settings, as well as redesigning primary care delivery. His work has been supported by funding from the NIH, AHRQ, the Ohio Department of Medicaid, and the American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation. Additionally, he has received clinical research support from Midmark, Versailles, Ohio.

      Technical Requirements

      Webinars are delivered live using online web conferencing software, which allows you to interact directly with presenters and colleagues through your web browser. 

      This webinar will be hosted in Zoom Webinars and will consist of a 60-minute presentation and question-and-answer session. You will receive informational emails with instructions to access the live event and related resources, as well as steps to claim continuing education credits.   

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      Refund Policy

      This webinar is sponsored by Midmark. There is no registration fee.

      Live Instructor Cancellation Policy
      If for any reason MGMA must cancel this program, MGMA will notify participants by email of the cancellation no less than 48 hours prior to the expected start time.

      Contact the MGMA Service Center for cancellations or refunds:
      Toll-free:       877.275.6462, ext. 1888
      Email: service@mgma.org

      Complaint resolution policy
      Please contact the MGMA Service Center toll-free at 877.ASK.MGMA (275.6462) for issues or concerns with this webinar.

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