healthEconnect Alaska

Our executive director, Kendra Sticka, was featured on the East Anchorage Book Club podcast, hosted by Alaska State Representative Andrew Gray. Tune in as they dive into the benefits, challenges, and opportunities surrounding Alaska’s Health Information Exchange (HIE), patient care coordination, and the responsible use of healthcare data. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4dibveN

?? Fall is conference season! We’re excited to join the Alaska Hospital & Healthcare Association (AHHA) and Alaska Behavioral Health Association (ABHA) conferences this week. Keep an eye out for our Executive Director, Kendra Sticka, and Clinical Engagement & Outreach Specialist, Mary Eckart, at both events, and don’t miss them at the AHHA trade show tomorrow evening! We’re always happy to talk about the Health Information Exchange (HIE) and share details on funding opportunities to help behavioral health organizations get started with HIE onboarding. Happy AHHA/ABHA week!

? Last Chance to Register! ? The Alaska HIE Summit is just one week away! Don't miss out on a full day of innovative sessions, expert speakers, and valuable insights into the future of healthcare in Alaska. ?? healhEconnectAK.org/Summit

Join us at the Alaska HIE Summit session, Creative Uses of Patient-Generated Health Data: the Promise and Pitfalls, Explored through 3 Pilot Projects, featuring insights from Charity Carmody, Executive Director of Alaska Impact Alliance, Jake Carpenter, Technical Lead at Resource Data, and Jacqueline Summers, Executive Director of Health TIE. Discover how healthcare technology—from wearables to remote monitoring—goes beyond diagnostics, offering insights that extend into patients' everyday lives. In this session, our expert panel will explore three innovative pilot projects tackling complex health challenges like Opioid Use Disorder, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and Traumatic Brain Injuries. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the future of patient-generated health data and its potential to transform care. ?? Date: August 29, 2024 ?? Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gdtqWqJP #AlaskaHIESummit #HealthInnovation

Join us at the Alaska HIE Summit for a session titled "Fresh Perspectives on Data Governance," featuring insights from a panel of five experts. In this session, you'll gain new insights into data governance and its crucial role in healthcare. Our panelists will share their diverse experiences and innovative approaches to managing and protecting data. Learn how effective data governance can enhance data quality, compliance, and overall organizational efficiency. ?? Date: August 29 ?? Location: Lakefront Anchorage & Online ?? Register now at https://lnkd.in/gctpz__A #AlaskaHIESummit #DataGovernance #HealthcareInnovation #FreshPerspectives

Join us at the Alaska HIE Summit for a session titled, "Cracking the Code of Value-Based Care: Implementing Strategies and Empowering Data-Driven Decisions," presented by Melanie Matthews, CEO of Physicians of Southwest Washington and President of MultiCare Connected Care. Delve into the transformative world of value-based care (VBC) and uncover its strategic advantages. This session will highlight how leveraging data can guide providers in adopting VBC models, focusing on improved patient outcomes and operational efficiencies. Gain the essential knowledge needed to navigate the shift towards value-based models confidently. Whether you're a provider or practice considering this move, this session will equip you to thrive in the evolving healthcare landscape. ?? Date: August 29 ?? Location: Lakefront Anchorage & online ?? Register at https://lnkd.in/gctpz__A #AlaskaHIESummit #ValueBasedCare #HealthcareInnovation #DataDrivenDecisions

Join us at the upcoming Alaska HIE Summit for a diverse lineup of sessions, including "Community Whole Health Information Exchange: Lessons from Western Colorado," featuring Marc Lassaux, Executive Director and CEO of Quality Health Network, and Jackie Sievers, COO and Community Resource Network Director of Quality Health Network/Contexture. Discover how Quality Health Network (QHN) has revolutionized health information exchange (HIE) in Western Colorado over the past 20 years! From integrating behavioral health data to seamlessly sharing Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) information, QHN has built a robust Community Resource Network (CRN) that supports regional healthcare needs. ?? Date: August 29, 2024 ?? Location: The Lakefront Anchorage & Virtual ?? Register at: https://lnkd.in/gctpz__A

Join us at the Alaska HIE Summit for the panel presentation, "HIT Solutions to Strengthen Community/Clinical Linkages: Leveraging Technology to Connect Clinical and Community Systems, Coordinate Resources, and Improve Patient Outcomes." Explore how non-medical factors impact health outcomes and the critical role of Community Clinical Linkages (CCLs) in addressing these needs. Discover two innovative CCL HIT projects from the Mat-Su Valley, which have successfully connected clinical and social services systems. These projects highlight the power of technology in enhancing patient care. Expect an interactive discussion that reviews these projects and shares plans to replicate their success across other communities. Strengthening connections among healthcare systems, public health, and community partners ensures patients have better access to services, ultimately improving their quality of life. ?? Date: August 29, 2024 ?? Location: Lakefront Anchorage & Online ?? Register at: https://lnkd.in/gctpz__A

Join Us for the Opening Remarks at the Alaska HIE Summit! ?? Date: August 29 ?? Location: The Lakefront Anchorage & Virtual The upcoming Alaska HIE Summit will kick off with an impactful opening session featuring three distinguished speakers: ??Commissioner Heidi Hedberg will highlight key priorities for the upcoming year, showcasing how these efforts are reshaping Alaska's healthcare landscape through data-driven initiatives. ??Alaska’s Chief Health Data Officer, Jason Ball, will share his unique perspective on patient data. Learn how two decades of data profiling and his personal experiences as a patient have influenced his views on data flow and utilization. ??Carrie Yasemin Paykoc, Principal Consultant and CEO of Health Tech Moxie, will provide insights on interoperability and innovation, drawing from her extensive experience in health informatics and public health. This session will set the stage for a day filled with great discussions and innovative perspectives. ?? Register at https://lnkd.in/gdtqWqJP

The full agenda for the Alaska HIE Summit on Aug. 29 is now live on our website! We're proud to offer a fantastic lineup of topics and speakers, including: ?? Opening Remarks with Commissioner Heidi Hedberg, Alaska’s Chief Health Data Officer Jason Ball, and Principal Consultant and CEO of Health Tech Moxie Carrie Paykoc ?? HIT Solutions to Strengthen Community/ Clinical Linkages: Leveraging technology to connect clinical and community systems, coordinate resources and improve patient outcomes ?? Community Whole Health Information Exchange- Lessons from Western Colorado ?? Cracking the Code of Value-Based Care: Implementing Strategies and Empowering Data-Driven Decisions ?? Fresh Perspectives on Data Governance ?? Creative Uses of Patient-Generated Health Data: the Promise and Pitfalls, Explored Through 3 Pilot Projects ?? Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gdtqWqJP #AlaskaHIESummit #HealthcareInnovation #DataDrivenHealth #RegisterNow #HIE