I. Call to Order and Record of Attendance – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr., Chair II. Approval of the Minutes of Previous Meeting – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr. Regular Meeting April 24, 2014
Announcements/Special Presentations – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr. A. Special Recognition – Dr. Margo Alford-Hilliard, former Senior Vice President, Community Health and Wellness, and Ms. Kimberly Seals, Program Coordinator, March of Dimes, will recognize Ms. June Hanke, Strategic Analyst Planner, named the 2013 March of Dimes’ Program Services Volunteer of the Year B. Special Recognition – Dr. Carmel Dyer, Chief of Staff, Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital, will recognize Dr. Arlo Weltge, Emergency Specialist, LBJGH and recent recipient of the J.T. “Lamar” McNew Award C. Special Recognition – Dr. Beth Cloyd, Chief Nursing Executive, will recognize Nurses Saluted during National Nurses Week including: Ms. Christine Harvey, Ms. Marguerite Hiller, Ms. Rosamma Finney, and Mr. Steve Peardon D. Special Recognition – Dr. Beth Cloyd, will recognize Ms. Mari-ellen Sharp, Associate Administrator, Clinical Case Management, on her retirement from 11 years of service to Harris Health System
Consideration of Approval to Sunset the Ad Hoc – Community Health Choice, Inc. Committee – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr.
Consideration of Approval of Appointments to the 2014 – 2015 Board of Managers’ Standing and Special Committees – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr.
A. Items related to Purchasing – Mr. TJ Tijerina, Jr., Chair A(1). Consideration of Purchasing Recommendations Requiring Board Approval A(2). Transmittal of Competitive Awards [For Informational Purposes Only] B. Consideration of Approval to Name the Same Day Clinic Located at 1623 Airline Drive, Houston, Texas 77009 – Harris Health Sunset Heights Clinic – Ms. Amanda Callaway C. Consideration of Approval to Enter into the 4th Term of the Lease Agreement with Copperfield Timbercreek Atrium, LLC for Lease Space Located at 5870 N. Highway 6, Suite 108, Houston, Texas 77084 – the Bear Creek Pediatric and Adolescent Health Center - Mr. Mark Sams D. Consideration of Approval to Enter into a New Lease Agreement with University Christian Church for 43 Parking Spaces Located at 3610 Southmore, Houston, Texas 77004 for Additional Parking at Quentin Mease Community Hospital – Mr. Mark Sams E. Consideration of Approval to Enter into the 4th Term of the Lease Agreement with A-S 47- Jones-Cypress N. Houston, L.P. for Lease Space Located at 12340 Jones Road, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77070 – the Cypress Pediatrics and Adolescent Health Center – Mr. Mark Sams F. Consideration of Approval to Enter into the 11th Term of the Lease Agreement with Houston Business Development, Inc. for Lease Space Located at 5220-5250 Griggs Road, Houston, Texas 77021 – the Dental Center – Mr. Mark Sams G. Consideration of Approval for the Expenditure of Additional Funds for Harris Health System’s DSRIP Program – Mr. Mark Sams H. Consideration of Approval of the new Harris Health System Policy No. 6.44, Reasonable Accommodation Policy – Ms. Diane Poirot I. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Houston Community College District (Community Health Worker Certificate Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot J. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Houston Community College District (Emergency Medical Services Certificate Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot K. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Houston Community College District (Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot L. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Houston Community College District (Associate Degree in Health Information Technology Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot M. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Texas Department of State Health Services (Texas WIC Dietetic Internship Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot N. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System, Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Houston (Master of Arts Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot O. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Appalachian College of Pharmacy (Pharm.D. Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot P. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the University of Incarnate Word (Doctor of Physical Therapy Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot Q. Consideration of Approval to Renew Engagements with Outside Legal Counsel for Legal Services Regarding Healthcare and Reimbursement Matters, Employee Benefits and Immigration Matters – Ms. Mercedes Leal R. Consideration of Approval to Ratify a Second Amendment to an Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Dallas County Hospital District, The Parkland Foundation for Texas/Oklahoma AIDS Education and Training Center Funded Under Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Extension Act Part F to Provide State-of-the-Art Education and Treatment, Training and Consultation, and Support to Healthcare Professionals Treating HIV-Infected Patients – Dr. Ericka Brown S. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Texas Department of State Health Services and Acceptance of Grant Funding for Title V Maternal Health Program – Dr. Ericka Brown T. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Texas Department of State Health Services and Acceptance of Grant Funding for Title V Child Health Program – Dr. Ericka Brown
A. Joint Conference Committee – Ms. Anne Clutterbuck, Chair The following items were not presented in Committee and come directly to the Board: 1. Consideration of Acceptance of the Medical Executive Board Report for May 2014 – Dr. Tien Ko 2. Consideration of Approval Regarding the Credentialing Changes for Members of the Harris Health System Medical Staff (May 2014) – Dr. Tien Ko 3. Consideration of Approval Regarding the Credentialing Changes for Members of the Harris Health System Medical Staff (Pending Items, May 2014) – Dr. Tien Ko 4. Consideration of Approval of a Recommendation Regarding Neurosurgery Clinical Privileges Form for Harris Health System – Dr. Tien Ko
Performance Improvement & Patient Safety Committee – Dr. George Santos, Chair The Performance Improvement & Patient Safety Committee met on May 15, 2014 and brings forth the following: 1. Review and Discussion Regarding the Harris Health System Performance Improvement and Patient Safety Reports a. Review and Discussion Regarding Harris Health System Quality Executive Summary and Scorecard – Dr. Fred Sutton b. Review and Discussion Regarding the Patient Satisfaction Trend Charts – Dr. Fred Sutton c. Review and Discussion Regarding the Medical Staff Satisfaction Progress Report – Dr. Fred Sutton d. Review and Discussion Regarding the Emergency Center Medical Screening Exam Process Goals – Dr. Fred Sutton e. Review and Discussion Regarding the Ambulatory Care Services (ACS) Access to Care Report – Dr. Ericka Brown 2. Review and Discussion Regarding the Harris Health System Quality Infection Prevention Report a. Review and Discussion Regarding Infection Prevention at Ben Taub General Hospital – Dr. Fred Sutton b. Review and Discussion Regarding Infection Prevention at Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital – Dr. Fred Sutton 3. Review and Discussion Regarding the Harris Health System Quality Restraint and Seclusion Report a. Review and Discussion Regarding Restraint and Seclusion Usage Scorecard – Dr. Fred Sutton 4. Review and Discussion Regarding the Recommitment with Essential Hospitals Engagement Network Collaboration Report [For Information Only] – Dr. Fred Sutton
Budget & Finance Committee – Mr. TJ Tijerina, Jr., Chair The Budget & Finance Committee met on May 15, 2014 and brings forth the following: 1. Consideration of Acceptance of the Harris Health System April 2014 Financial Report Subject to Audit – Mr. Michael Norby 2. Consideration of Acceptance of the Harris Health System April 2014 Pension Plan Report Subject to Audit – Mr. Michael Norby 3. Consideration of Acceptance of the Harris Health System April 2014 Investment Report – Mr. Michael Norby The following item was not presented in Committee and comes directly to the Board: 4. Presentation of the April 2014 Financial Statements of Community Health Choice, Inc. – Mr. Kenneth Janda
Planning & Operations Committee – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr., Chair Other Items– Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr. The following items were not presented in Committee and come directly to the Board: 1. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement in Memorium between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for The Vallbona/Peoples Clinic Expansion and Remodel – Ms. Ruth Ransom 2. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for the Houston Affiliate Susan G. Komen Grant – Ms. Ruth Ransom 3. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for the American Cancer Society/Walgreens’ Community Health Empowerment Program Grant – Ms. Ruth Ransom 4. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for The Stanford and Joan Alexander Foundation Grant – Ms. Ruth Ransom 5. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for the Fred and Mabel R. Parks Foundation Grant – Ms. Ruth Ransom
Legislative Committee – Mr. Lawrence Finder, Chair The following items were not presented in Committee and come directly to the Board: 1. Update, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Activities in Austin Relating to Legislative/Regulatory Issues Impacting Harris Health System, the 84th Legislative Session, and the Harris Health System Legislative Platform – Mr. R. King Hillier 2. Update, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Pending Federal Legislative and Policy Issues Affecting Harris Health System – Mr. R. King Hillier
President/Chief Executive Officer’s Reports – Mr. David Lopez A. Review, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Medicaid Funding Options – Mr. David Lopez
X. Executive Session – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr. A. Report by Senior Vice President of Corporate Compliance Regarding Compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA and other Federal and State Health Care Program Requirements and a Status of Fraud and Abuse Investigations, pursuant to Section 161.032 of the Texas Health & Safety Code, and Possible Action Upon Return to Open Session – Mr. Terry Reeves B. Report by the Chief Medical Officer Regarding Quality of Medical and Health Care, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Ann.§161.032 and Texas Occupations Code Ann.§160.007 to Receive Peer Review and/or Medical Committee Report in connection with the Evaluation of the Quality of Medical and Health Care Services, and Possible Action Upon Return to Open Session – Dr. Fred Sutton XI. Reconvene XII. Adjournment
I. Call to Order and Record of Attendance – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr., Chair II. Approval of the Minutes of Previous Meeting – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr. Regular Meeting April 24, 2014
Announcements/Special Presentations – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr. A. Special Recognition – Dr. Margo Alford-Hilliard, former Senior Vice President, Community Health and Wellness, and Ms. Kimberly Seals, Program Coordinator, March of Dimes, will recognize Ms. June Hanke, Strategic Analyst Planner, named the 2013 March of Dimes’ Program Services Volunteer of the Year B. Special Recognition – Dr. Carmel Dyer, Chief of Staff, Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital, will recognize Dr. Arlo Weltge, Emergency Specialist, LBJGH and recent recipient of the J.T. “Lamar” McNew Award C. Special Recognition – Dr. Beth Cloyd, Chief Nursing Executive, will recognize Nurses Saluted during National Nurses Week including: Ms. Christine Harvey, Ms. Marguerite Hiller, Ms. Rosamma Finney, and Mr. Steve Peardon D. Special Recognition – Dr. Beth Cloyd, will recognize Ms. Mari-ellen Sharp, Associate Administrator, Clinical Case Management, on her retirement from 11 years of service to Harris Health System
Consideration of Approval to Sunset the Ad Hoc – Community Health Choice, Inc. Committee – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr.
Consideration of Approval of Appointments to the 2014 – 2015 Board of Managers’ Standing and Special Committees – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr.
A. Items related to Purchasing – Mr. TJ Tijerina, Jr., Chair A(1). Consideration of Purchasing Recommendations Requiring Board Approval A(2). Transmittal of Competitive Awards [For Informational Purposes Only] B. Consideration of Approval to Name the Same Day Clinic Located at 1623 Airline Drive, Houston, Texas 77009 – Harris Health Sunset Heights Clinic – Ms. Amanda Callaway C. Consideration of Approval to Enter into the 4th Term of the Lease Agreement with Copperfield Timbercreek Atrium, LLC for Lease Space Located at 5870 N. Highway 6, Suite 108, Houston, Texas 77084 – the Bear Creek Pediatric and Adolescent Health Center - Mr. Mark Sams D. Consideration of Approval to Enter into a New Lease Agreement with University Christian Church for 43 Parking Spaces Located at 3610 Southmore, Houston, Texas 77004 for Additional Parking at Quentin Mease Community Hospital – Mr. Mark Sams E. Consideration of Approval to Enter into the 4th Term of the Lease Agreement with A-S 47- Jones-Cypress N. Houston, L.P. for Lease Space Located at 12340 Jones Road, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77070 – the Cypress Pediatrics and Adolescent Health Center – Mr. Mark Sams F. Consideration of Approval to Enter into the 11th Term of the Lease Agreement with Houston Business Development, Inc. for Lease Space Located at 5220-5250 Griggs Road, Houston, Texas 77021 – the Dental Center – Mr. Mark Sams G. Consideration of Approval for the Expenditure of Additional Funds for Harris Health System’s DSRIP Program – Mr. Mark Sams H. Consideration of Approval of the new Harris Health System Policy No. 6.44, Reasonable Accommodation Policy – Ms. Diane Poirot I. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Houston Community College District (Community Health Worker Certificate Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot J. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Houston Community College District (Emergency Medical Services Certificate Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot K. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Houston Community College District (Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot L. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Houston Community College District (Associate Degree in Health Information Technology Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot M. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Texas Department of State Health Services (Texas WIC Dietetic Internship Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot N. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System, Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Houston (Master of Arts Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot O. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and Appalachian College of Pharmacy (Pharm.D. Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot P. Consideration of Approval of an Affiliation Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the University of Incarnate Word (Doctor of Physical Therapy Program) – Ms. Diane Poirot Q. Consideration of Approval to Renew Engagements with Outside Legal Counsel for Legal Services Regarding Healthcare and Reimbursement Matters, Employee Benefits and Immigration Matters – Ms. Mercedes Leal R. Consideration of Approval to Ratify a Second Amendment to an Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Dallas County Hospital District, The Parkland Foundation for Texas/Oklahoma AIDS Education and Training Center Funded Under Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Extension Act Part F to Provide State-of-the-Art Education and Treatment, Training and Consultation, and Support to Healthcare Professionals Treating HIV-Infected Patients – Dr. Ericka Brown S. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Texas Department of State Health Services and Acceptance of Grant Funding for Title V Maternal Health Program – Dr. Ericka Brown T. Consideration of Approval of an Amendment between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Texas Department of State Health Services and Acceptance of Grant Funding for Title V Child Health Program – Dr. Ericka Brown
A. Joint Conference Committee – Ms. Anne Clutterbuck, Chair The following items were not presented in Committee and come directly to the Board: 1. Consideration of Acceptance of the Medical Executive Board Report for May 2014 – Dr. Tien Ko 2. Consideration of Approval Regarding the Credentialing Changes for Members of the Harris Health System Medical Staff (May 2014) – Dr. Tien Ko 3. Consideration of Approval Regarding the Credentialing Changes for Members of the Harris Health System Medical Staff (Pending Items, May 2014) – Dr. Tien Ko 4. Consideration of Approval of a Recommendation Regarding Neurosurgery Clinical Privileges Form for Harris Health System – Dr. Tien Ko
Performance Improvement & Patient Safety Committee – Dr. George Santos, Chair The Performance Improvement & Patient Safety Committee met on May 15, 2014 and brings forth the following: 1. Review and Discussion Regarding the Harris Health System Performance Improvement and Patient Safety Reports a. Review and Discussion Regarding Harris Health System Quality Executive Summary and Scorecard – Dr. Fred Sutton b. Review and Discussion Regarding the Patient Satisfaction Trend Charts – Dr. Fred Sutton c. Review and Discussion Regarding the Medical Staff Satisfaction Progress Report – Dr. Fred Sutton d. Review and Discussion Regarding the Emergency Center Medical Screening Exam Process Goals – Dr. Fred Sutton e. Review and Discussion Regarding the Ambulatory Care Services (ACS) Access to Care Report – Dr. Ericka Brown 2. Review and Discussion Regarding the Harris Health System Quality Infection Prevention Report a. Review and Discussion Regarding Infection Prevention at Ben Taub General Hospital – Dr. Fred Sutton b. Review and Discussion Regarding Infection Prevention at Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital – Dr. Fred Sutton 3. Review and Discussion Regarding the Harris Health System Quality Restraint and Seclusion Report a. Review and Discussion Regarding Restraint and Seclusion Usage Scorecard – Dr. Fred Sutton 4. Review and Discussion Regarding the Recommitment with Essential Hospitals Engagement Network Collaboration Report [For Information Only] – Dr. Fred Sutton
Budget & Finance Committee – Mr. TJ Tijerina, Jr., Chair The Budget & Finance Committee met on May 15, 2014 and brings forth the following: 1. Consideration of Acceptance of the Harris Health System April 2014 Financial Report Subject to Audit – Mr. Michael Norby 2. Consideration of Acceptance of the Harris Health System April 2014 Pension Plan Report Subject to Audit – Mr. Michael Norby 3. Consideration of Acceptance of the Harris Health System April 2014 Investment Report – Mr. Michael Norby The following item was not presented in Committee and comes directly to the Board: 4. Presentation of the April 2014 Financial Statements of Community Health Choice, Inc. – Mr. Kenneth Janda
Planning & Operations Committee – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr., Chair Other Items– Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr. The following items were not presented in Committee and come directly to the Board: 1. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement in Memorium between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for The Vallbona/Peoples Clinic Expansion and Remodel – Ms. Ruth Ransom 2. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for the Houston Affiliate Susan G. Komen Grant – Ms. Ruth Ransom 3. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for the American Cancer Society/Walgreens’ Community Health Empowerment Program Grant – Ms. Ruth Ransom 4. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for The Stanford and Joan Alexander Foundation Grant – Ms. Ruth Ransom 5. Consideration of Approval of a Grant Agreement between Harris County Hospital District d/b/a Harris Health System and the Harris County Hospital District Foundation for the Fred and Mabel R. Parks Foundation Grant – Ms. Ruth Ransom
Legislative Committee – Mr. Lawrence Finder, Chair The following items were not presented in Committee and come directly to the Board: 1. Update, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Activities in Austin Relating to Legislative/Regulatory Issues Impacting Harris Health System, the 84th Legislative Session, and the Harris Health System Legislative Platform – Mr. R. King Hillier 2. Update, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Pending Federal Legislative and Policy Issues Affecting Harris Health System – Mr. R. King Hillier
President/Chief Executive Officer’s Reports – Mr. David Lopez A. Review, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Medicaid Funding Options – Mr. David Lopez
X. Executive Session – Mr. Elvin Franklin, Jr. A. Report by Senior Vice President of Corporate Compliance Regarding Compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, HIPAA and other Federal and State Health Care Program Requirements and a Status of Fraud and Abuse Investigations, pursuant to Section 161.032 of the Texas Health & Safety Code, and Possible Action Upon Return to Open Session – Mr. Terry Reeves B. Report by the Chief Medical Officer Regarding Quality of Medical and Health Care, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Ann.§161.032 and Texas Occupations Code Ann.§160.007 to Receive Peer Review and/or Medical Committee Report in connection with the Evaluation of the Quality of Medical and Health Care Services, and Possible Action Upon Return to Open Session – Dr. Fred Sutton XI. Reconvene XII. Adjournment