Peoria Standard

Peoria County Health Committee met April 25.

Here is the minutes provided by the Committee:

Call to Order

Chairman Williams called the meeting to order at 2:15 pm.

A motion to approve the participation of Mr. Mayer via teleconference was made by Mr. Rand and seconded by Mr. Rieker. The motion carried.

Approval of Minutes

A motion to approve the minutes of March 28, 2017 was made by Mr. Baietto and seconded by

Mr. Rieker. The motion carried.

Informational Items / Reports / Other Minutes / Updates

• Board of Health

Monthly Update

Ms. Sullivan advised that in response to a question posed at the March committee, she determined that the Health Department performs regular surveys, and noted recent surveys included employees in infectious disease, clinical services, WIC and the dental clinic. She stated that survey results have been quite positive.

Ms. Sullivan advised that the Search Committee will meet this week to review applicants for the position of Public Health Administrator. She stated that building renovation has begun. She commented that the Board of Health has revised its committee structure to include three new committees: Finance/Personnel Committee, Building & Grounds Committee and Strategic Planning Committee.

• Care & Treatment Board

Monthly Update

No report. No questions or comments from committee.

• Heddington Oaks Update

Marketing Report

Mr. Richter advised that March saw 54 referrals, 15 admissions, 21 discharges and 12 facility tours. He stated that the number of discharges in March was abnormally high, while the number of admissions has been consistent for the past several months. He noted a number of referrals are not ultimately admitted as they are deemed as not being appropriate for care (too ill, not meeting Medicare guidelines), while others simply choose to go elsewhere.

Mr. Querciagrossa suggested providing a higher level of detail specifically related to referrals coming from institutions and those who are not meeting criteria, as well a clarifying the process between health systems related to non-acceptance. He also commented that more detailed information related to the number of referrals to Medicare certified and long-term beds, as well as data related to end-of-life care would be helpful.Mr. Turpin explained that many referrals within the past few months have been individuals with psychological diagnoses or going through withdrawal treatments, for which the facility is not equipped or licensed to accommodate. He also noted that the Medicare census in general has significantly decreased. Mr. Querciagrossa commented that meeting the behavioral health needs of the community, which is underserved at all facilities, could be a collaborative opportunity for health systems.

Financials

Mr. Brunner advised that both revenues and expenses are down in comparing numbers from January 2017 to January 2016. He advised that a census of 184 in January 2016 decreased to 158 as of January 2017, resulting in a drop in revenue.

Mr. Dubrowski advised that a presentation regarding Bad Debt will be included on the June agenda.

A motion to go into executive session to discuss Personnel Matters and Labor Relations was made by Mr. Baietto and seconded by Mr. Rieker. The motion carried, with Mr. Mayer voting aye via teleconference.

Executive Session

Regular session was resumed upon a motion by Mr. Rieker and second by Mr. Salzer.

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned by Chairman Williams at 3:36 p.m.

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