by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 25, 2025 | 5-Star, Clinical, Quality, Quality Measure
Q: I heard a rumor that the antipsychotic QMs are about to go through a complete change. Is this true? A: Not entirely – but there is an important change on the horizon. In a recent memorandum, CMS announced a significant update to the long-stay... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 25, 2025 | Compliance, Documentation, Emergency Preparedness, Survey
Is Your Facility Truly Prepared for an Emergency? The OIG Says “Maybe Not” Nursing homes play a vital role in keeping vulnerable residents safe, but recent emergencies in facilities (e.g., hurricanes, infectious outbreaks, fires) have revealed critical... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 18, 2025 | Home Health
Boosting Staff Retention in Home Health: Strategies That Work In today’s competitive healthcare landscape, retaining qualified home health staff has become more challenging than ever. High turnover not only affects team morale but also compromises the... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 18, 2025 | 5-Star, Medicare, QAPI, Quality, Quality Measure, Staffing, Survey
CMS Announces Major Updates to Nursing Home Care Compare CMS released QSO-25-20-NH on June 18, 2025, detailing several important updates that will impact how nursing home performance is displayed on Nursing Home Care Compare. These changes aim to provide a more... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 18, 2025 | Compliance, MDS, Medicare, Staffing
Q: I recently started working as the MDS coordinator at a facility. MDS assessments have been scheduled, but no one completed them. What should I do to get back in compliance? A: 1. Assess the Extent of the Delay Identify how many assessments are overdue and...