The United States has two federal health insurance programs, Medicare and Medicaid, which cater to specific groups like the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and those in need of renal dialysis or transplantation. Compliance with minimum health and safety standards mandated by the Social Security Act is necessary for providers and suppliers to participate in these programs. CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) develops Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and Conditions for Coverage (CfCs) to set standards for healthcare organizations in Medicare and Medicaid, ensuring quality and patient safety. State health agencies enforce CMS requirements, promoting a unified approach to healthcare delivery. The HTM department's role is vital in meeting CMS standards, as non-compliance could lead to financial consequences and reputational damage. Regular inspections and continuous training ensure consistent evaluations and improvements in healthcare quality. CLIA oversees laboratory testing, and preventative maintenance and AEM programs for medical devices are essential for patient safety and continuous care. State regulations are crucial in ensuring public safety and quality healthcare services in hospitals, and state departments of health collaborate with CMS to implement federal healthcare programs and monitor compliance with regulations through inspections.

202 - CMS and State Regulations

This ParadigmHTM Podcast Series covers key apsects of financial management related to healthcare technology.  This introduction will provide an overview of why this topic is important and how it applies to the work you do.  The subsequent episodes will describe basic accounting and financial concepts, budgeting, life cycle planning, and other topics that tie in to HTM financial management.

100 - Introduction to HTM Financial Management

If you believe for a moment that the technology you support is separate from yourself, you are mistaken.
It is you.  Just as your arms, your legs, and your heart are fully you.
It is your eyes watching over someone who deserves the attention, and your eyes looking for things that need to be noticed. 
It is your ears listening to a symphony of life, or a desperate cry for help, or a quiet whisper of hope.
It is your hands on someone who is very, very afraid, or is finally relieved of their worries, or so full of joy they can’t hold it inside any longer.
You are there during the greatest of human miracles, and the deepest of personal tragedies, and you are there when lives change in a blink of an eye.
If a patient where to ask you, “what is your role in all of this?” You reply with conviction,
“All of these blinking lights and beeping noises, and all of these dangling cables and dancing screens, are my eyes, my ears, and my hands.  
We are watching over you.  We are finding you answers.  We are caring for you with every part of ourselves.”

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The key to building a strong HTM industry is building a strong HTM community.  We encourage you to share, interact, and network through local, regional, and national groups.  We strive to enhance academic offerings, create a pipeline for the next generation of HTM professionals, and provide opportunities for those already rooted in the industry to grow.

202 - CMS and State Regulations

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