Online courses to support home health agencies, hospices, and skilled nursing facilities with education designed for agency leadership and staff.Read More
Online courses to support home health agencies, hospices, and skilled nursing facilities with education designed for agency leadership and staff.
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Learn the importance of clinical documentation in ICD-10-CM coding. Learn specific documentation requirements for endocrine, nutritional, metabolic disorders, circulatory, respiratory, nervous system, and other diseases. Guard against third party scrutiny when assigning primary and comorbidity codes.
What do the secondary or comorbid diagnoses look like in PDGM? Do I really need to list all 24 diagnoses? Understand the significant financial ramifications if we miss documentation clues for diagnoses with comorbidity adjustment. Work with us through scenarios for comorbidity adjustments.
Learn how to find Star Ratings on the new Care Compare site. Learn how Star Ratings are calculated, how to answer the OASIS items involved in the calculation as well as what your agency can do to increase your Star Ratings.
In this module we will review OASIS conventions and response-specific instructions for key assessment items used for quality reporting. We will review how to use clinical documentation to back up OASIS responses for these items. Practical application scenarios will be included.
Wound coding seems to present coding challenges for most agencies. In this webinar we will review: What are the underlying challenges associated with wound code assignment? What are some of the common wound etiologies? We will review wound severity definitions. We will Identify important key words in documentation that help lead to proper wound code assignment, as well as when queries are needed to clarify what’s in the medical record. We will also review best practice specifics related to wounds. Wounds often provide challenges with reimbursement and resource utilization, clearing up the confusion early on will promote more focused patient outcomes, and ensure you have the documentation in place to support your treatment plan.
So much in PDGM interacts with the correct primary diagnosis or clinical grouping. In this webinar understand the importance of the primary diagnosis for so many dimensions of PDGM. In this session you will: 1) Learn how to ensure a valid and accurate primary diagnosis. 2) Understand the 12 clinical grouping categories. 3) Identify diagnoses that frequently cause problems. 4) Know when and why to query for the appropriate information for code assignment of the primary diagnosis.
Join us as we discuss the recent migration by CMS to the new Care Compare quality reporting site. We will briefly review as well the quality reporting program of Hospice and Home Health and how to approach QRP with the "freeze" in place.
This module will take an in-depth look at CY2021 coding. We will look at the new codes and why they were proposed by the Coordination and Maintenance Committee. Join us, as we take a look at the pathophysiology behind the new code additions and what that means for the ICD-10-CM code assignment. We will let you know what codes will not be back after October 1st, 2020.
In this course you will learn about the 3 types of Medicare notices used in home health. You will learn when to provide the Advance Beneficiary Notice or ABN , the Home Health Change of Care Notice or HHCCN and the Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage or NOMNC as well as specifics on form completion.
This module will provide an overview of the CY2021 Home Health Prospective Payment final rule. Topics will include standardized payment rates, the new no pay RAP requirement, future NOA requirement, telehealth services and home infusions to name a few.
We are faced with many challenges in ensuring OASIS accuracy. This accuracy is the key to proper reimbursement and quality outcomes like Star Ratings. This session will demonstrate with visual examples, scenarios explaining OASIS item intent as well as common therapy terms and other documentation patterns commonly used in the industry. This course will assist in improving the practical application of documentation review to achieve accurate OASIS scoring.
Just when we become comfortable with the latest version of OASIS it changes again! Have you ever wondered why the OASIS is revised so often? As OASIS reviewers we must continually adapt and expand our knowledge and approach to reviews. This can be challenging, but it helps to have a more global understanding of the reasons behind the OASIS revisions and what CMS is aiming to accomplish. In this session, we will discuss the driving force behind the constant change, take a glimpse at what lies ahead for the OASIS. PRESENTER: Pamela Wandrie
Star Ratings: Learn what Star ratings are and how they are calculated. Learn how to answer each OASIS item involved in Star ratings Learn tips for educating your staff on Star ratings Learn how to evaluate your Star ratings Learn what your agency can do to improve Star ratings
Use this OASIS game show presentation to review key areas within the OASIS data set. Categories include: "The future looks bright" on OASIS E items; "Double Trouble" for OASIS items related to the GG items; "Timing is everything" discussing time sensitive OASIS items; "Script for success" for items related to medications; and finally "Written in the Stars" for items related to OASIS items used in the calculation of Star ratings. A fun and educational way to learn!
Bridging the Quality Gap - Auditing Pitfalls. In this module you will become familiar with the auditor challenges often shaped by our backgrounds and learn strategies to overcome these frequent pitfalls.
This course with review assessment techiniques for the patient with dyspnea and the underlying etiologies the frequently are associated with this symptom. Understand client instruction points and care delivery in the first few visits of a home health encounter.
This course reviews the importance of OASIS items found in the discharge OASIS assessment, and the impact these items have on outcomes, star ratings and value-based payment. Get practical help with accurately coding the discharge assessment items, and how to avoid pitfalls that could lead to oversights and errors.
A course to provide review of the conventions driving the selection of a primary diagnosis with practice scenarios for selection of a primary diagnosis.
This module provides additional practice scenarios to be used as a complimentary module to Focus of Care Part 1 providing additional practice determining the primary diagnosis.
The course will review the importance of M items found in the Discharge OASIS and their effect on Outcomes, Star ratings and VBP.
This module will discuss the background behind the EVV requirement, entities affected by the requirment and the components needed verified each visit. We will identify the benefits of a successful EVV program as well as pitfalls and penalities potentially associated with implementation.
This series will help prepare individuals to sit for their home health coding certification as well as provided updated coding instruction for the seasoned home health coder. The series reflects the latest updates in home health coding for the FY2021. The course goes through coding basics, ethics, anatomy and physiology, and chapter-specific coding guidance. The last module contains an 80 question practice exam.
In this presentation you will learn some of the most important items for the professional coder: ethical principals and the code of conduct for a professional coder.
This module provides information regarding the coding guidelines and a review of the coding selection process.
In this course, learn the importance of clinical documentation in ICD-10. Also learn specific documentation required for endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disorders, circulatory, respiratory, and nervous system diseases.
This course provides information regarding the coding conventions and guidelines and code selection for ICD-10-CM Chapters 1&3: Blood, Blood Forming Organs, and the Immune System.
This course provides basic information regarding neoplasms, the coding guidelines and code selection for ICD-10-CM Chapter 2: Neoplasms.
This course provides basic information regarding endocrine, nutritional, and metabolic diseases and the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 4.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 5&6: Mental and Behavioral Disorders and Nervous System Disorders.
This course covers chapter-specific guidelines and common scenarios related to ICD-10-CM Chapters 7&8: Diseases of the Eye & Adnexa and Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process.
This module covers chapter specific guidelines and common conditions related to ICD-10-CM Chapter 9: Circulatory System.
This module covers chapter specific guidelines and common conditions related to ICD-10-CM Chapter 10: Respiratory System Diseases.
This module provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 11 and 14: Digestive and Genitourinary Diseases.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 12: Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Diseases.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 13: Musculoskeletal System and Connective Diseases and Symptoms Chapter 18.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 19 Injuries.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 19: Poisonings and Complications.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 21: Factors Influencing Health Status.
You have completed the training modules, now what? Let's review and introduce the diagnosis items from the OASIS D-1. In this final course, you will learn what to expect when taking the ICD-10-CM certification examination and you will take an 80 question practice test. You are encouraged to set a timer and practice this test as many times as necessary to pass within 3 hours.
The ICD-10-CM coding updates go into effect on October 1, 2020. This session will present some of the key changes. This session includes practice scenarios for coding in the chapters and categories impacted by the new codes. A quiz follows the presentation.
This course series contains 10 modules covering the Conditions of Participation and Interpretive Guidelines in 2021
In this module you will learn the CoPs for Release of patient identifiable OASIS information and Reporting of OASIS information.
This module contains the CoPs and Interpretive Guidelines for 484.115 Personnel Qualifications for all personnel.
This module contains the CoPs and Interpretive Guidelines for 484.50 Patient rights
This module contains the CoPs and Interpretive Guidelines for 484.55 Comprehensive Assessment of patients including initial assessment, completion, content, and update of the comprehensive assessment.
This module contains the CoPs and Interpretive Guidelines for 484.58 Discharge Planning and 484.60 Care Planning, Coordination of Services, and Quality of Care including plan off care, conformance with physician orders, review and revision of POC, coordination of care, and written information to the patient.
This module contains the CoPs and Interpretive Guidelines for 484.65 QAPI including program scope, data, activities, projects, and executive responsibilities. It also contains 484.70 Infection Prevention and Control: prevention, control, and education.
This module contains the CoPs and Interpretive Guidelines for 484.75 Skilled Professional Services provision of services and responsibility by skilled professionals.
This module contains the CoPs and Interpretive Guidelines for 484.100 Compliance, 484.102 Emergency Preparedness and 484.110 Clinical Records including, content, retention, and protection of records.
This module contains the CoPs and Interpretive Guidelines for 484.105 Organization and Administration of Services including governing body, administrator, and clinical manager.
An overview of the MDS 3.0 RAI chapter 3 item specifics.
An overview of the MDS 3.0 RAI chapter 3 item specifics.
Chapter 3 specifics for Section A: Identification items of the MDS 3.0 data set.
Chapter 3 guidance on completion of MDS Section B items: Hearing, Speech and Vision.
Chapter 3 specifc guidance for completion of Section C: Cognitive Patterns Items
Chapter 3 specific guidance for completion of MDS Section D: Mood Items.
Chapter 3 specific instructions related to Section E: Behavior Items.
Chapter 3 specific guidance for Section F: Preferences for Customary Routine Activities Items
Chapter 3 specific guidance for Section G: Functional status, abilities, and goals Items.
Chapter 3 specifics related to the completion of Section H: Bladder and Bowel items.
Chapter 3 specifics on the completion of Section I: Active Diagnoses items.
Chapter 3 items specifics related to completion of Section J items of the MDS 3.0 assessment.
Chapter 3 item specific guidance on completion of section K items of the MDS assessment.
Chapter 3 item specifics related to completion of Section L items of the MDS assessment.
Chapter 3 specifics on the completion of Section M Items of the MDS assessment.
Chapter 3 specifics for item completion of Section N of the MDS assessment.
Chapter 3 specifics on completion of Section O of the MDS assessment.
Chapter 3 item specifics for completion of Section P items of the MDS assessment.
Chapter 3 specifics for completion of Section Q items of the MDS assessment.
Chapter 3 specifics for completion of Section V items of the MDS assessment.
Chapter 3 item specifics on the completion of Section X items of the MDS assessment.
It is more important than ever that agencies collect timely, accurate data. Anything less can result in improper payment. Join QIRT's Michelle Horner for this pre-recorded webinar as she discusses: *Understanding what has changed *How OASIS impacts reimbursement *Assessment strategies *What can your agency do to succeed? Pre-recorded February 2020
OASIS in CY2020. Review OASIS D1 changes for the CY2020.
This series will review the OASIS-D1 from the guidance, OASIS basics, to items specifics with tracking, history, diagnosis, integumentary, respiratory, sensory, elimination, neurological, functional, medication, plan of care, emergent care items. How the OASIS is affected by documentation and how the OASIS outcomes affect public reporting.
This course provides information regarding the conventions and guidelines for the completion of OASIS-D1 assessments. At the conclusion of this course, the learner will understand the background, purpose, and impact of OASIS-D1 assessments.
This course provides information regarding the completion of OASIS-D1 Patient Tracking and Clinical assessment items. After completion of this course, the reviewer will be more familiar with how to complete patient tracking and clinical items. OASIS items: M0100-M0110 and M0140-M0150.
This course provides updated information regarding the completion of OASIS-D1 History and Diagnosis items. At the conclusion of this module, the learner will understand the background, purpose, and impact of OASIS-D1 History and Diagnosis items. OASIS items: M1000-M1056
This course provides information regarding the completion of OASIS-D1 integumentary items. At the conclusion of this module, the learner will understand the background, purpose, and impact of OASIS-D1 integumentary items. OASIS items: M1300-M1342
This course provides information regarding OASIS-D1 Respiratory and Sensory items. Upon completion, the learner will understand the background, purpose, and impact of Living Arrangement, Respiratory, Sensory, Elimination, and Neurological OASIS-D1 items. OASIS-D1 items M1100, M1242, M1400, M1600-M1745 are covered.
This course provides information regarding the completion of OASIS-D1 Functional status, fall risk and therapy need items. At the conclusion of this module, the learner will understand the background, purpose, and impact of functional items. OASIS items: M1800-M1910, M2102-M2200 are covered.
This course provides information regarding the completion of OASIS-D1 Medications Items. At the conclusion of this module, the learner will understand the background, purpose, and impact of medication items. OASIS-D1 items: M2001-M2030
This course provides information regarding the completion of OASIS-D1 Plan of Care and Intervention Synopsis items. At the conclusion of this module, the learner will understand the background, purpose, and impact of Plan of Care and Intervention Synopsis items. OASIS-D1 items: M2401 with guidance for completion of a plan of care.
This course provides information regarding the completion of OASIS-D1 Emergent Care and Discharge items. At the conclusion of this module, the learner will understand the background, purpose, and impact of Emergent Care and Discharge items, the relationship with OASIS-D1 items and public reporting. OASIS-D1 items: M0906, M2301, M2410, M2420.
This course will review the item specific guidance related to GG and J items of the OASIS-D1 data set.
This course instructs clinicians regarding documentation necessary for the selection of accurate ICD-10 diagnosis codes.
OASIS D1 Competency Assessment
With the advent of PDGM, it is essential to make sure your billing team has a clear understanding of the upcoming changes and how they will affect your payment. Join us for this webinar to learn more about: *PDGM readiness for your billing cycle. What must an agency address? *Billing cycle operations - impact of PDGM *Cash flow and your agency Pre-recorded with Laura Page-Greifinger (QIRT) and M. Aaron Little (BKD)
This course series contains 6 modules on PDGM, including Overview, Primary Dx, Comorbid Adjustment, Functional Impairment Level, LUPAs, and Strategies
This module contains an overview of PDGM. It provides general information into the interactions that will make up an HHRG in PDGM.
This module contains PDGM Primary Diagnosis including selection of diagnosis, non-valid codes, and using the CMS grouper tool.
This module contains information for the comorbid adjustment including no, low, and high comorbid adjustments.
This module contains information on the functional impairment level, the OASIS items for PDGM, and how scores are obtained for PDGM.
This module contains information on PDGM in LUPAs and the visit thresholds for various groupings in PDGM.
In this module, you will find information for agencies to develop strategies to prepare and succeed in PDGM. It includes strategies for all agency personnel.
· PDGM is not going away. The time to prepare is now. · Get your agency set for success with a PDGM Readiness Steering Committee and an Operational Assessment. · How you structure your agency operations will help determine your success with PDGM. · Know your data and the data you will need to be successful with PDGM. Pre-recorded with Shelley Eggleton
It is more important than ever that agencies collect timely, accurate data. Anything less can result in improper payment. This invaluable pre-recorded webinar features QIRT's Sherri Parson RN HCS-D HCS-O HCS-H COS-C BCHH-C discussing: *Intake - ensure all information is collected *Proper payment - clinicians must provide accurate assessments including: Primary reason for the encounter Comorbidities and what's new with the final rule *PLUS: Strategies for a compliant Query process with practice scenarios Pre-recorded January 2020
Understanding the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) for Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF). 4 Modules. The new Patient-Driven Payment Model poses increased challenges to Skilled Nursing Facilities. This series will help you understand the major differences between the former RUG-IV payment model and the new model, PDPM, which was effective October 1, 2019. Identify key information used in RUG-IV and PDPM. Identify how payment is calculated under PDPM. Identify new MDS items added. Identify important ICD-10-CM coding considerations.
This module contains an overview of the RUG-IV and PDPM SNF PPS payment models.
This module reviews the calculation of the PT, OT, and SLP components of PDPM.
This module reviews the calculation of the NTA and Nursing components of PDPM and also reviews how the variable per diem rate is calculated
This module reviews coding in PDPM and additional updates per the final rule.
It is more important than ever that agencies to provide the best quality care. PDGM puts the patient at the center of care decisions. Proper care drive revenues. For the patient this means: More intensive start of care visits. More assessments during the episode of care. More documentation by the clinician at the point of care. Join us as we discuss how to focus on teaching the patient how to manage chronic conditions to reduce the patient's reliance on skilled nursing services.
Healthy revenue cycle is crucial to a post-acute agency's overall fitness. This is even truer now, with PDGM on the horizon. QIRT's financial experts have created a "fitness routine" to help strengthen your agency. Make use of QIRT’s PDGM Financial Fit List for toning processes and preparing benchmarks. Pre-recorded with Shelley Eggelton and Gio Pagano. Summer 2019
This module covers the hightlights of creating a plan of care and the elements required by the CoP's
Learn what it takes to survive and thrive in the new payment model, PDGM. Effective January 2020, this payment model poses tons of new challenges to home health agencies. Begin preparing now with the first step of the process - getting patients "in the door". Sales Plan Execution Things to consider in PDGM Pre-recorded in July 2019 with QIRT Director of Business Development, Gio Pagano.
Coding in CY2020. Webinar on the coding changes effective October 1, 2019 and their implications in PDGM are discussed.
20 module course series on coding in the Hospice setting. Learn coding chapter by chapter as it applies to Hospice coding and conventions. Final module 20 includes an 80 question review exam.
In this presentation you will learn some of the most important items for the professional coder: ethical principals and the code of conduct for a professional coder and instructions specific to coding for the hospice setting.
This module provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 5&6: Mental and Behavioral Disorders and Nervous System Disorders in the hospice setting
This module covers chapter specific guidelines and common scenarios related to ICD-10-CM Chapters 7 & 8: Diseases of the Eye & Adnexa and Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process in the hospice setting.
This module covers chapter specific guidelines and common conditions related to ICD-10-CM Chapter 9: Circulatory System in the hospice setting
This module covers chapter specific guidelines and common conditions related to ICD-10-CM Chapter 10: Respiratory System Diseases in the hospice setting.
This module provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 11 and 14: Digestive and Genitourinary Diseases and how to apply them in the hospice setting.
This module provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 12: Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Diseases in the hospice setting.
This module provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 13: Musculoskeletal System and Connective Diseases in the hospice setting.
This module provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 18 & 19: Signs, Symptoms, Abnormal Findings, Injuries, and Poisonings in the hospice setting.
This module provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 21: Factors Influencing Health Status in the hospice setting
You have completed the training modules, now what? Let's review some key concepts and learn about the ICD-10-CM HCS-H certification exam.
In this module you will learn the importance of clinical documentation in ICD-10. Also learn specific documentation required for endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disorders, circulatory, respiratory and nervous system diseases.
In this module, we will identify specific documentation required for the skin and subcutaneous tissues, the musculoskeletal system, and neoplasms
Understanding basic anatomy and physiology and documentation requirements of: cells and tissues, the eyes, the circulatory system and respiratory system and the impact each has on hospice diagnosis coding in ICD-10-CM
Understanding of basic anatomy and physiology and documentation requirements of: digestive, genitourinary, skin and subcutaneous, and musculoskeletal systems and the impact each has on hospice ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding.
This module provides information regarding the coding conventions and guidelines and code selection for ICD-10-CM Chapters 1&3: Blood, Blood Forming Organs, and the Immune System in the hospice setting.
This module provides basic information regarding neoplasms, the coding guidelines and code selection for ICD-10-CM Chapter 2: Neoplasms in the hospice setting.
This module provides basic information regarding endocrine, nutritional, and metabolic disease and the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 4 in the hospice setting.
This module provides information regarding the coding guidelines and a review of the coding selection process.
This module provides comprehensive information and suggestions for integrating fall prevention guidelines into practice in the home.
This module provides information describing the Uniform Assessment System of NY including purpose, targeted audience, specific plans and programs and recommended RN assessor Skill Base Took Kit to successfully prepare for home visits.
This module provides information regarding the completion of UAS-NY Module A Intake and History-including reasons for assessments, identification of living arrangements, educational background and involvement in any structured activities and the impact on the plan of care.
This module provides information regarding the completion of UAS-NY Module F and G-including assessment of Functional Status and Continence and the impact on the plan of care.
This module provides information regarding the completion of UAS-NY Module J-N Nutritional Status, Medications and Allergies, Treatments and Procedures, Social Supports and Environmental Status and the impact on the plan of care.
Care Management consists of a multi-disciplinary team providing coordinated care for high-risk patient populations. It requires identification, stratification, and prioritization through technology and various interventions. Care Management goes across transitional care, episodic care, and potential palliative care through engagement with the patient, caregiver, coaching, education, interdisciplinary communication and patient outreach. It is cost-effective, practices non-duplication of services and allows clinicians to provide optimal quality of care to achieve patient’s optimal wellness. A pre-recorded webinar, Sept 2018
In this module we will : Understand the CoPs: Hand Hygiene Understand the whys of Hand Hygiene Understand how to properly wash hands Understand the use of hand sanitizers JCAHO Compliance
This series will help prepare individuals to sit for their home health coding certification as well as provided updated coding instruction for the seasoned home health coder. Series reflects the latest updates in home health coding for the CY2020. The course goes through coding basics, ethics, anatomy and physiology, and chapter specific coding guidance. The last module contains an 80 question practice exam.
In this course, you will learn some of the most important items for the professional coder: ethical principals and the code of conduct for a professional coder.
This module provides information regarding the coding guidelines and a review of the coding selection process.
In this course, learn the importance of clinical documentation in ICD-10. Also learn specific documentation required for endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disorders, circulatory, respiratory, and nervous system diseases.
This course provides information regarding the coding conventions and guidelines and code selection for ICD-10-CM Chapters 1&3: Blood, Blood Forming Organs, and the Immune System.
This course provides basic information regarding neoplasms, the coding guidelines and code selection for ICD-10-CM Chapter 2: Neoplasms.
This course provides basic information regarding endocrine, nutritional, and metabolic diseases and the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 4.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 5&6: Mental and Behavioral Disorders and Nervous System Disorders.
This course covers chapter-specific guidelines and common scenarios related to ICD-10-CM Chapters 7&8: Diseases of the Eye & Adnexa and Diseases of the Ear and Mastoid Process.
This module covers chapter specific guidelines and common conditions related to ICD-10-CM Chapter 9: Circulatory System.
This course covers chapter-specific guidelines and common conditions related to ICD-10-CM Chapter 10: Respiratory System Diseases.
This module provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 11 and 14: Digestive and Genitourinary Diseases.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 12: Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue Diseases.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 13: Musculoskeletal System and Connective Diseases and Symptoms Chapter 18.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapters 19 Injuries.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 19: Poisonings and Complications.
This course provides information regarding the coding rules and guidelines for ICD-10-CM Chapter 21: Factors Influencing Health Status.
You have completed the training modules, now what? Let's review and introduce the diagnosis items from the OASIS D-1. In this final course, you will learn what to expect when taking the ICD-10-CM certification examination and you will take an 80 question practice test. You are encouraged to set a timer and practice this test as many times as necessary to pass within 3 hours.
