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TRICARE ECHO Demystified: Eligibility, Enrollment, and Effective Support Strategies

April 2 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Free
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About This Webinar

This professional development webinar is designed to provide military support professionals with an understanding of the TRICARE Extended Care Health Option (ECHO). The program supports individuals diagnosed with moderate or severe intellectual disabilities, serious physical disabilities, or extraordinary physical or psychological conditions. It provides an integrated range of resources to enhance care and improve the quality of life for military families managing exceptional healthcare challenges.

Attendees will gain insights into the eligibility requirements, covered services, and the enrollment process, equipping them to effectively guide families in accessing and utilizing these benefits. Additionally, the session will explore best practices for collaboration with TRICARE case managers to ensure a seamless support experience for military families.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain the purpose and scope of the TRICARE ECHO program, including eligibility criteria and covered services.
  • Identify steps for enrollment and common challenges faced by families when accessing ECHO benefits.
  • Describe strategies for effectively supporting families in navigating the program and coordinating with TRICARE case managers.
  • Recognize the role of healthcare providers and community support professionals in enhancing the care experience for families with exceptional needs.

Presenter

Carmen DeLeon, BSN, RN

Director, Case Management/Special Needs Programs
Defense Health Agency

Carmen DeLeon works for the Defense Health Agency (DHA) – TRICARE Health Plan / Clinical Oversight & Integration Section. Ms. DeLeon’s role functions as the DHA nurse consultant/subject matter expert for case management and special needs programs. She is the clinical program lead for the Extended Care Health Option (ECHO) and Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) for beneficiaries in the CONUS and OCONUS areas.  Ms. DeLeon also serves as the liaison between the Military Treatment Facilities (MTF), Intermediate Service Commands, Uniformed Services Headquarters Commands, Veteran Administration, TRICARE eligible beneficiaries, the Managed Care Support Contractors and Uniformed Services Family Health Plan.

Continuing Education (CE) Credit

  • Certified in Family and Consumer Sciences (CFCS)This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credit from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). 
  • Certified Personal and Family Finance Educator (CPFFE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credit from the American Association for Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS). 
  • Accredited Financial Counselors (AFC): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credit by the Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education (AFCPE). 
  • Board Certified Patient Advocates (BCPA): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) contact hour by The Patient Advocate Certification Board. 
  • Board Certified Disability Management Specialists: This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) clock hour from The Commission for Case Manager Certification.
  • Board Certified Case Managers: This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) clock hour from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC). 
  • Board Certified Disability Management Specialists: This webinar is pending approval  for 1.0 continuing education (CE) clock hour from The Commission for Case Manager Certification.
  • Certified Personal Finance Counselors (CPFC): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credit from The Center for Financial Certifications (FinCert.org). 
  • Certified Family Life Educators (CFLE): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credit from the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR). 
  • Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) and Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES): This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education credit from the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing (NCHEC).
  • SCECH: Michigan Certified Teachers: This webinar has been approved for 1.0 SCECH from the Michigan Education Association’s Center for Leadership and Learning.
  • Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists: This webinar is pending approval for 1.0 continuing education (CE) credit from the University of Texas at Austin, Steve Hicks School of Social Work. Check with your state licensing agency for reciprocity and/or credit approval if licensed for other professions or in one of the following states: CO, FL, HI, IA, KS, KY, MI, NY, ND, OH, OK
  • OneOp Certificates of Attendance are available for those interested in additional documentation of professional development activities.

Event Materials

Webinar slides and resources will be added the day prior to the live session.

Photo Credit: iStockphoto 1469483153; Yana Tikhonova 

Details

Date:
April 2
Time:
11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Cost:
Free
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How To Join

Complete the registration form with your name, email address, and how you learned about this webinar. You should receive a confirmation email shortly after with the connection information. Please email us at contact@oneop.org if you have any questions or need technical support.

If you are unable to join the webinar via Zoom, please view the live-streamed webinar at https://www.youtube.com/c/OneOp/live.

More Info

Format
Upcoming Webinars
Continuing Education Credits Available
AAFCS
AFCPE
BCPA
CCMC
CDMS
CPFE
EITP
FINCERT
NCFR
NCHEC
UTSW
Webinar Zoom URL
https://auburn.zoom.us/j/81572688917
Webinar ID
8157 2688 917
Dial in numbers
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International numbers
International numbers available: https://auburn.zoom.us/u/kqtp5RZgD

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