by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 20, 2022 | Dietary, Q&A
Q: The Registered Dietitian in my building has documented malnutrition on a new admission. I want to ensure I receive the 1 NTA point for malnutrition. Can I use the Dietician’s documentation to code Malnutrition in I5600? Will coding malnutrition in I5600 capture the... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 19, 2022 | 5-Star, Blog, F-Tag, Survey
As we begin a new year, many of us are reflecting back on 2022 to help us set goals for positive change in 2023. Do your goals include prioritizing 5-Star Improvement or better survey outcomes? As you know, both annual surveys and complaint surveys can have a... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 14, 2022 | Q&A
Q: What are the top non-compensation focused nurse retention strategies for front line nurse managers? A: According to research published in the Journal of Gerontological Nursing, {45(11), 11-19} which was used to develop an evidence-based nurse retention... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 14, 2022 | Blog, MDS
As previously announced, CMS will be migrating MDS submission and reporting to the internet Quality Improvement and Evaluation System (iQIES) in early 2023. CMS has not yet established the go-live date for the transition. The iQIES portal is available at... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Dec 14, 2022 | Blog, Documentation
Behavioral health can be one of the most complex aspects of long term care. Thoughtful and personalized care planning is key to both proactive preventative strategies and an effective response to challenging behaviors. This week’s blog breaks down the critical...