by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 10, 2024 | Compliance, Regulatory, Survey
Let’s delve into what a Plan of Correction (PoC) entails. According to, 42 CFR §488.401 a PoC is a plan developed by the facility and approved by either CMS or the survey agency. It outlines the actions the facility will take to rectify deficiencies and specifies the... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 9, 2024 | Coding, MDS, Q&A
Q: Is concussion related to fall considered a fall with major injury that would be coded In section JJ1900C of the MDS? A: The RAI Manual defines a fall with major injury as follows: Major injury: includes bone fractures, joint dislocations, closed head... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 3, 2024 | ICD.10, Nursing, PDPM, Q&A, Reimbursement
Q: I had a resident admitted to our SNF under skilled care who has been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, but the NTA points are not generating in the HIPPS code. Can you please explain why this is happening and what corrective action should be taken to ensure reimbursement is... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 3, 2024 | F-Tag, Regulatory, Survey
Managing elopement risk is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in nursing homes, particularly those with cognitive impairments. Elopement, defined as when a resident leaves the premises or a safe area without the facility’s knowledge and... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 26, 2024 | Compliance, Q&A
Q: To ensure resident safety with beds and bedrails, how often should bed inspections be conducted and what should be checked? A: As part of the preventive maintenance program, bed inspections should be conducted a minimum of every six months, and this...