This webinar series will keep you informed about the latest STS National Database developments and help you fully utilize the technological advancements and new features that soon will be available. The webinars will be recorded and available on this page. If you would like to be notified of upcoming webinars, please provide your contact information.
Adult Cardiac Surgery Database
Past ACSD Webinars
| This monthly webinar provides a review of release updates and resolved issues, including to the risk adjusted dashboard reports, issues targeted in the next release, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes updates on the 2021 Harvest 1 release date, a call for participation in the Data Manager Mentorship Program, a review of issues being resolved by IQVIA, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes an update on the upcoming harvest deadline, known issues under review by the IQVIA support team, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes a look at the 2020 MIPS reporting period, an update on IQVIA issues and resolutions, details about abstract submission for the fall AQO meeting, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly user group call includes an update on public reporting dates, a demo of the MIPS Preview Submission Report, upcoming IQVIA releases, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes a special orientation and walkthrough of the new, interactive Longitudinal Outcomes Dashboard (presented by STS Research Center Director Robert Habib, PhD) as well as participant Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly user group call includes a preview of public reporting deadlines for 2021, an IQVIA update on issues resolution, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes includes a review of necessary data clean-up related to harvest submissions, recent IQVIA platform enhancements and issue resolutions, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes includes a review of new fields implemented in January 2021, a walkthrough of ongoing platform enhancements, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes information about new temporary fields implemented for the ACSD, updates to the training manual, a review of issues recently resolved by IQVIA, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly user group call for users of the ACSD includes updates on the 2021 harvest schedule and public reporting, an IQVIA recap of recent platform issues and resolutions, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar took the form of a town hall discussion between users of the ACSD, STS staff, and IQVIA support. Topics include the transition to version 4.20, report consolidation, questions about year-end billing, abstracting COVID-specific fields, and more. | ||||
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| This webinar included news about urgent updates to the Participant Dashboard Report and Missing Variable Report, an IQVIA recap of recent platform issues and resolutions, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar included discussion of Public Reporting, harvest updates, and capturing Medicare, aorta devices and chronic lung disease severity. | ||||
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| This monthly user group call provided updates on upcoming releases and included a focus on the IQVIA Risk Adjusted Dashboard. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes information on the October 2020 release update and detailed clarification on coronary artery disease abstraction. | ||||
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| This user group discussion includes an up-close look at the ACSD Risk Adjusted Dashboard Report, participant feedback, and Q&A with STS and IQVIA staff. | ||||
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| New Data Manager Webinar, Session II – Continuation of a series, highly recommended for all data managers who have been abstracting STS data for up to 2 years. Topics include software and data specifications, understanding data abstraction requirements, harvest schedules, and a host of relevant web resources. | ||||
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| New Data Manager Webinar, Session I – Highly recommended for all data managers who have been abstracting STS data for up to 2 years. Topics include software and data specifications, understanding data abstraction requirements, harvest schedules, and a host of relevant web resources. | ||||
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| This ACSD webinar features the soon-to-be released dashboard displaying risk-adjusted and benchmarked data from Harvest 1 2020 and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| This user group call provided a platform for ACSD users to network and share their feedback with STS and IQVIA on the database platform and version upgrade. | ||||
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| Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) consent forms for the 2020 performance period are available in the IQVIA platform. This webinar provides an overview of the consent process for surgeons in the ACSD. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar for ACSD users provides instruction and site support related to the Database transitions from v2.9 to v4.20.2 and the IQVIA data warehouse. Attendees had the opportunity to ask questions about their experience with the new version. | ||||
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| This ACSD webinar provides a review of the recent upgrade to version 4.20.2, as well as the introduction of a new training manual and surgeon worksheets. | ||||
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| This ACSD webinar provides instruction and site support on new version 4.20.2, which went live on July 1, 2020. Topics include usage of temporary fields, new charts and worksheets, and user questions. | ||||
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For programs prior to this date, view the ACSD Webinar YouTube Playlist.
General Thoracic Surgery Database
Past GTSD Webinars
For earlier programs, view the GTSD Webinar YouTube Playlist
| A preview of the Advances in Quality & Outcomes meeting in October and a detailed walk-through of the new v5.21.1 training manual. | ||||
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| A review of spring and fall harvest deadlines, a progress report on IQVIA issues, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| A preview of the version 5.21 upgrade coming in July, a review of issues being resolved by IQVIA, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| An update on the spring harvest deadline, the latest version of the training manual, a progress report on the upgrade to v5.21, known issues under review by the IQVIA support team, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| A review of upcoming harvest and audit deadlines, a preview of upgrade version 5.21, and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| Upgrade webinar - an ongoing walkthrough of the new v5.21 Data Collection Form and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| Upgrade webinar - a walkthrough of the new v5.21 Data Collection Form and attendee Q&A. | ||||
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| A review of upcoming harvest deadlines and opt-out procedures, as well as an IQVIA review of issues and resolutions. | ||||
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| Upgrade webinar - a walkthrough of the new v5.21 Data Collection Form and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| A preview of changes related to the forthcoming v5.21 update, an IQVIA report on ongoing issues resolution, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| Updates on the Risk Adjust Dashboard Report and Direct Data Entry, followed by a town hall discussion with STS staff and IQVIA support, covering platform transition and ongoing enhancements. | ||||
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| Reminders about public reporting and harvest deadlines, an IQVIA update on recent platform issues and resolutions, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| A review of abstraction for COVID-19 fields, a look at 2021 harvest deadlines, a walkthrough of the GTSD Risk Adjusted Dashboard Report, and participant Q&A. | ||||
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| Guidance on the Spring 2021 harvest, a wrap-up of questions raised during the AQO Meeting, and a walkthrough of the Risk Adjusted Dashboard Report. | ||||
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| A look at the upgraded platform, reports, and upcoming harvest deadlines. It also included the annual data manager survey. | ||||
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| Information about the upcoming Advances in Quality & Outcomes (AQO) Meeting, STS operational updates, and an IQVIA update on recent platform issues and resolutions. | ||||
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| An update on upcoming harvest deadlines and the 2020 AQO meeting, followed by participant discussion and Q&A. | ||||
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| Information about the upcoming Advances in Quality & Outcomes (AQO) Meeting, STS operational updates, and an IQVIA update on recent platform issues and resolutions. | ||||
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| New Data Manager Webinar – Highly recommended for all data managers who have been abstracting STS data for up to 2 years. Topics include software and data specifications, understanding data abstraction requirements, harvest schedules, and a host of relevant web resources. | ||||
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| Updates on the platform transition and recent issues resolved by IQVIA, along with participant discussion and Q&A. | ||||
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| Information about the upcoming Advances in Quality & Outcomes (AQO) Meeting, STS operational updates, and an IQVIA update on recent platform issues and resolutions. | ||||
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Congenital Heart Surgery Database
Past CHSD Webinars
For earlier programs, view the CHSD Webinar YouTube Playlist
| An update on harvest schedules and the version 6.22 upgrade, a review of mortality field coding procedures, and attendee Q&A. | ||
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| Brief updates on harvest deadlines and reporting and the IQVIA uploader workflow, plus attendee Q&A. | ||
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| An STS update on harvests, audits, and the version upgrade, a review of the correct steps for determining and coding primary procedures, and attendee Q&A. | ||
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| A preview of the version 6.22 upgrade (coming in 2022), a walkthrough of issues being resolved by IQVIA, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| An update on 2020 and 2021 harvest schedules and Risk Adjusted Benchmark Report timelines, tips for coding complications, and attendee Q&A. | ||
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| An update on harvest and audit timelines, a walkthrough of the projected schedule for the CHSD Risk Adjusted Benchmark Report release, a review of issues being addressed by IQVIA, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| An update on harvest and audit timelines, a walkthrough of the Readmission within 30 days (Readmit30) field, and attendee Q&A. | ||
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| A look at the CHSD Risk Adjusted and Benchmark report, a review of issues being addressed by IQVIA, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| An IQVIA release update, the latest edition of the training manual, an invitation to participate in the STS Mentorship Program for data managers, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| A review of issues being addressed by IQVIA, report release updates, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| A review of harvest procedures, an update on public reporting, a walkthrough of relevant STS online resources, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| Updates about the 2021 Spring harvest, public reporting for 2020, and next year's data version upgrade, as well as IQVIA technical updates and Q&A. | ||
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| A summary of 2020 harvest submissions, a look at data clean-up efforts, a review for coding Norwood Procedures, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| A look at the 2021 harvest schedule and coding Norwood Procedures, upcoming enhancements to the Primary Procedure Mismatch Report, and attendee Q&A. | ||
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| Updates on the 2020 harvest deadline extension, instructions for correct use of the Primary Procedure Mismatch Report, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| Updates on the next harvest deadline, STS Combination Procedure Codes, and rules for primary procedure determination, followed by participant feedback and Q&A. | ||
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| A change to the harvest schedule, a detailed review of the Primary Procedure Mismatch Report, and participant feedback and Q&A. | ||
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| A demonstration of the recently released Primary Procedure Mismatch Report, as well as participant Q&A. | ||
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| Updates on the harvest submission deadline extension and abstracting COVID-19 fields, plus information about the new Primary Procedure Mismatch Report, scheduled to arrive in November 2020. | ||
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| An update on the extended harvest deadline, a review of specifications for abstracting chromosomal abnormalities and syndromes, and Q&A. | ||
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| A review of the functionality of the recently launched CHSD platform and updated instructions for the upcoming harvest deadline. | ||
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| A continuing look at the recently launched CHSD platform and reports, changes to upcoming harvest dates, and the annual data manager survey. | ||
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| A look at recently released and upcoming reports and a checklist to prepare for the upcoming harvest deadline. | ||
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| A continuing look at the recently launched CHSD platform and its functionality. Participants engage in Q&A. | ||
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| New Data Manager Webinar – Highly recommended for all data managers who have been abstracting STS data for up to 2 years. Topics include software and data specifications, understanding data abstraction requirements, harvest schedules, and a host of relevant web resources. | ||
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| A continuing look at the functionality of the recently upgraded Database, as well as changes to the upcoming harvest deadlines, and the 2020 AQO meeting. | ||
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| Information on the upcoming AQO meeting and updates on the 2020 CHSD Harvest and Public Reporting for 2021. | ||
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| Continuing look at the recently launched CHSD platform and its functionality, along with participant Q&A. | ||
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| Review of the recently launched CHSD platform and its functionality, including upcoming enhancements and reports and frequently asked questions concerning the IQVIA data warehouse. | ||
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| Review of the recently launched CHSD platform and its functionality, including updated STAT Scores, plus participant Q&A. | ||
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| Continuing review of the functionality of the new platform, issues under review by IQVIA, forthcoming reports, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| Reviewed upcoming updates, ongoing issue resolution by IQVIA, and included participant Q&A. | ||
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STS Intermacs Database
Past Intermacs Webinars
For earlier programs, view the Intermacs Webinar YouTube Playlist
| An update on upcoming features for the Database and future webinars, a preview of the 2021 AQO meeting, and attendee Q&A. | ||
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| A review of Intermacs and Pedimacs Quality Assurance Reports and Data Quality Reports. | ||
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| A brief STS update, followed by a tutorial on best practices for submitting an abstract for the 2021 Advances in Quality & Outcomes meeting. | ||
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| A review of Intermacs and Pedimacs Quality Assurance Reports and Data Quality Reports, as well as report additions for Q4 of 2020. | ||
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| Attendee Q&A about the v6.0 Database platform with STS and data center representatives. | ||
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| Attendee Q&A about the v6.0 Database platform with STS and data center representatives. | ||
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| An update on recent and upcoming report additions, as well as attendee Q&A. | ||
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| An opportunity to hear updates on ongoing database changes for Intermacs and Pedimacs, as well as to share feedback and raise questions. | ||
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| This call included a review of Intermacs and Pedimacs Quality Assurance Reports and Data Quality Reports. | ||
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| An opportunity for Intermacs and Pedimacs data managers and users to receive updates on ongoing database changes, as well as to share their feedback and raise questions. | ||
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| Review of Intermacs and Pedimacs Quality Assurance Reports, including an added exhibit to track missing implant discharge forms and major report revisions across the Pedimacs component to include all patients at a site. | ||
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