Events
Acute Care Hospital Conditions of Participation Webinar Series
Designed for Acute Care Hospitals, this five-part webinar series offers hands-on guidance for meeting CMS Conditions of Participation. Participants will explore current regulatory and accreditation requirements, including expectations for deemed-status organizations, and gain practical approaches to managing compliance risks in areas such as infection prevention, QAPI, nursing services, surgery, pharmacy, medical records, and survey preparation.
Thursdays, 8:00 – 10:00 AM MT
January 15, 2026 | Part One: Accessing CMS & Documentation Requirements
January 22, 2026 | Part Two: Patient Rights & Restraint Policies
January 29, 2026 | Part Three: Medications, Orders & Nursing Plans
February 5, 2026 | Part Four: QAPI, Radiology & Facility Maintenance
February 12, 2026 | Part Five: Infection Control & Discharge Planning
PRICING
MHA Member Facility $750
Non-Member Facility $950
This registration fee is a per-facility charge, meaning individuals from the same facility location (city) may attend at no additional cost. However, sharing login credentials with individuals at a differing location will generate an additional registration fee. This balance will be billed to the facility.
Critical Access Hospital Conditions of Participation Webinar Series
This five-part webinar series provides Critical Access Hospitals with practical guidance on complying with CMS Conditions of Participation in Appendix W. Participants will gain a clear understanding of recent regulatory updates, including patient rights and obstetrical care requirements, and learn strategies to address common compliance challenges such as nursing care plans, medication management, informed consent, and survey readiness.
Tuesdays, 8:00 – 10:00 AM MT
January 13, 2026 | Part One: Governance, Emergency Services, and CAH Core Requirements
January 20, 2026 | Part Two: Pharmacy and Dietary Services
January 27, 2026 | Part Three: Infection Prevention, Medication Administration, and Care Planning
February 3, 2026 | Part Four: Clinical Documentation, Quality Improvement, and Obstetrical Services
February 10, 2026 | Part Five: Patient Rights, Restraints, and Communication
PRICING
MHA Member Facility $750
Non-Member Facility $950
This registration fee is a per-facility charge, meaning individuals from the same facility location (city) may attend at no additional cost. However, sharing login credentials with individuals at a differing location will generate an additional registration fee. This balance will be billed to the facility.
Join the Montana Department of Justice Sexual Assault Response Network Program and professionals from around the state for an in-depth discussion on the current landscape of Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) services in Montana. This session will provide a “state of the state” overview of where and how SAFE services are currently available, key statistics on sexual assault incidence rates and forensic kit collection, and insights from the recent statewide healthcare survey on sexual assault response capacity.
The session will also review the current payment structure for SAFE services and discuss ongoing work by the Sexual Assault Response Network (SARN) Committee on funding, access, and quality of care across the state.
Following the presentation, the panel of program leaders will be available to answer participant questions and facilitate discussion on next steps for improving Montana’s coordinated response to sexual assault.
PRICING
Registration is free for healthcare professionals
Stay Compliant. Stay Protected. Understand EMTALA in 2025.
Join us for a two-part webinar series designed to help hospitals and healthcare providers navigate the complex requirements of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).
You’ll gain essential insights into the CMS Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and learn how recent regulatory and legal developments are reshaping EMTALA enforcement.
Key topics include:
- EMTALA requirements for hospitals with and without emergency departments
- How EMTALA applies to specialized services, such as obstetrical or behavioral health care
- A landmark case expanding hospital and practitioner liability
- The latest OIG updates — changes that are not included in the CMS CoPs, and what they mean for your organization.
PRICING
MHA Member Facility $350
Non-Member Facility $550
This registration fee is a per-facility charge, meaning individuals from the same facility location (city) may attend at no additional cost. However, sharing login credentials with individuals at a differing location will generate an additional registration fee. This balance will be billed to the facility.
Stay Compliant. Stay Protected. Understand EMTALA in 2025.
Join us for a two-part webinar series designed to help hospitals and healthcare providers navigate the complex requirements of the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).
You’ll gain essential insights into the CMS Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and learn how recent regulatory and legal developments are reshaping EMTALA enforcement.
Key Topics:
- EMTALA requirements for hospitals with and without emergency departments
- How EMTALA applies to specialized services, such as obstetrical or behavioral health care
- A landmark case expanding hospital and practitioner liability
- The latest OIG updates — changes that are not included in the CMS CoPs, and what they mean for your organization.
PRICING
MHA Member Facility $350
Non-Member Facility $550
This registration fee is a per-facility charge, meaning individuals from the same facility location (city) may attend at no additional cost. However, sharing login credentials with individuals at a differing location will generate an additional registration fee. This balance will be billed to the facility.
Get ready to be part of the excitement at the 2026 Montana Healthcare Conference! This exceptional event brings together over 500 individuals from diverse healthcare sectors—whether professionals working in the field, supporters of healthcare initiatives, healthcare educators, or enthusiasts seeking connections within the industry.
Participants can anticipate an array of engaging activities, including several captivating keynote sessions, member gatherings, over 40 enlightening breakout educational sessions, memorable evening receptions, delightful luncheons, and refreshing breaks.
The conference will feature 64 trade show booths, offering numerous opportunities to interact with a diverse range of industry experts and solution providers.
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The MHA Health Summit is the premier educational opportunity to jump-start member learning for a new season. This one-of-a-kind event will offer a trade show and a wide range of educational topics to include emerging health equity trends; population health and quality improvement best practices; advances in telehealth; rural health transformation; how to be an effective leader; the future of healthcare; and much more.
Thank you for viewing“No Surprises Act” with Martie Ross and Kathy Reep from PYA. Below you will find links to some of the referenced materials to include the recording of this webinar.
Handouts and Resources:
PYA Healthcare Transparency Implementation Guides
CMS Requirements Related to Surprise Billing
Recording:
Click here to access the recording of this webinar.
This program is aimed at those in management positions and focuses on improving management and leadership skills, regardless of facility or department. The program encompasses interpersonal communication and basic management skill development.
