Ensuring Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Treatment through the Care Continuum Webinar Series

Webinar

More than 1 million Medicare beneficiaries had a diagnosis of opioid use disorder in 2020.1 However, fewer than 1 in 5 Medicare beneficiaries with an opioid use disorder (OUD) diagnosis received medication to treat this condition. In addition, the number of patients who stay in treatment after hospital discharge decrease drastically during the transition of […]

Great Plains QIN LAN Event: Use of Pharmacogenomics as a Medication Optimization Strategy | June 18, 2024

Pharmacogenomic testing is a form of genetic testing that helps predict how an individual will respond to certain medications based on their genetic makeup. It involves analyzing variations in genes that affect drug metabolism, efficacy, and potential adverse reactions. Access this Webinar recording for a better understanding of how a patient's genetic profile can help […]

South Dakota Partnership for Community Health Quarterly Meeting

Webinar

Join us for our quarterly Partnership for Community Health meetings; bringing together healthcare partners and stakeholders throughout the state to discuss issues and highlight programs that impact healthcare quality and outcomes in South Dakota. We look forward to connecting with you, adding value to the work you do and offering resources and tools to enhance […]

North Dakota Partnership for Community Health Quarterly Meeting

Webinar

Sepsis continues to be a leading cause of admissions and readmissions across the state.  We hope you can join us for: A review of sepsis and risk factors that can cause it Discussion on opportunities for education to staff and community for prevention Discussion on opportunities for collaborations within the community An opportunity to share […]

Great Plains QIN LAN Event: Decreasing Stigma & Increasing Access: Treating Opioid Use Disorder in Rural Communities

Free

This one-hour webinar highlighted the importance of screening for Opioid Use Disorder/Substance Use Disorder, an overview of MOUD (Medications for Opioid Use Disorder) and how it looks in a rural hospital/clinic and at a treatment facility. Presenters also discussed how stigma impacts the treatment of substance use disorders. Tuesday, August 6, 2024 | 3:00 – […]

Great Plains QIN LAN Event: Sepsis Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention | August 20, 2024

Sepsis is a life-threatening complication that occurs when the body’s response to an infection becomes overwhelming. Sepsis can be caused by bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections, and it can lead to organ failure, septic shock and death. In North Dakota and South Dakota, sepsis is the #1 admission and readmission diagnosis. With sepsis, time […]

Great Plains QIN Webinar: Ready, Set, Vaccinate | September 17, 2024

Ready, Set, Go…. Fall is Coming. Time to Vaccinate! As respiratory viruses become more prevalent during the fall and winter months, the importance of annual vaccinations is even more critical. COVID-19, influenza (flu), and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) pose significant health risks, especially for older adults and immunocompromised individuals. Vaccination remains one of the most […]

Thursday’s Boost Session With Your QIO | Nursing Homes in North Dakota and South Dakota

Register Here Thursdays @ 4:00 CT/3:00 MT For Nursing Home Staff in North Dakota and South Dakota Join Us. The Great Plains QIN team will provide updates, guidance, resources and education on topics pertinent for nursing homes, including infection prevention, NHSN reporting, CMS-initiatives and partner updates. An office hours format will follow for you to […]