by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 17, 2024 | Home Health
OASIS E-1: Is Your Agency Ready for January 1st Updates? The transition from OASIS-E to OASIS E-1 is just around the corner. This blog will walk you through the upcoming changes to ensure your agency is prepared. Beginning January 1, 2025, home health agencies will... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 17, 2024 | 5-Star, Clinical, Compliance, QA, QAPI, Quality Measure
Tips for Writing Effective Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) Performance Improvement Projects (PIPs) are critical to driving quality improvement and ensuring compliance in skilled nursing facilities. A well-structured PIP not only identifies areas for improvement,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 16, 2024 | Regulatory, Survey
Q: Many facilities have gone 3 years or more since their last standard survey. What are the best ways that the facility can communicate with the survey team to enhance the survey process and promote successful outcomes? A: It is vital that the facility... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 11, 2024 | Activities, CAA, MDS
Q: How does the activities CAA influence care planning? A: The Activities Critical Assessment Area (CAA) triggers when the MDS identifies that an individual’s activity preferences or needs require further evaluation. This process ensures that the care plan is... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 10, 2024 | Home Health, Medical Review
Medical Necessity: The Key to Successful Home Health Documentation One of the top denial reasons for home health claims is “services were not medically necessary”. Many home health agencies face challenges related to documenting medical necessity for both...