by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 1, 2023 | MDS, Q&A
Q: What do I need to know about the changes to Depression Screening in MDS Section D that were effective October 1, 2023? A: MDS Section D, “Resident Mood Interview,” which captures depression screening, changed from the full PHQ-9 (which includes 9... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 25, 2023 | Q&A
Q: What can a Director of Nursing (DON) do to ensure an effective antibiotic stewardship program is in place? A: The DON plays a significant role in establishing and maintaining an effective antibiotic stewardship program. Here are key strategies the DON... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 25, 2023 | Blog, CASPER, MDS, Quality, Quality Measure, Reimbursement
Earlier this year CMS transitioned from QIES to IQIES for MDS submission and CASPER reporting access. This transition left some MDS coordinators confused about how to access reports that were previously made available through QIES. Available report types for each user... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 17, 2023 | Q&A
Q: How can I ensure my care plan meetings are meeting the needs of the resident, responsible party and the IDT while being efficient and mindful of everyone’s time? A: Care planning is a critical aspect of patient-centered care and plays a pivotal role... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 17, 2023 | 5-Star, Blog, Compliance, Nursing, QAPI, Quality, Survey
As a new fiscal year begins, it’s the perfect time to dive into survey trends we’ve witnessed across the nation in the past year. These these trends can serve as a guide to preparations for upcoming surveys. For those eagerly awaiting the survey...