by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 17, 2024 | 5-Star, MDS, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Q&A, Quality, Quality Measure, RAI Manual
Q: Patient was admitted with a stage IV pressure ulcer that healed (fully epithelialized) and several months later reopened at the same site. How should this pressure ulcer be staged when it reopens? A: According to the RAI Manual guidance for pressure... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 10, 2024 | 5-Star, MDS, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Quality, Quality Measure
Pressure injuries, also known as pressure ulcers and bedsores, are a significant concern in nursing facilities, particularly among residents with limited mobility. The development of pressure injuries can be a reflection of the quality of care a resident receives,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 4, 2024 | 5-Star, Compliance, F-Tag, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory
Recent CASPER data for Fiscal Year 2024 ranks deficiency F760, “Residents are Free of Significant Medication Errors,” as 25th and F759, “Free of Medication Error Rate of 5% or More,” as 27th. Let’s examine examples of these deficiencies along... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 25, 2024 | 5-Star, Dietary, F-Tag, Falls, Infection Prevention, Nursing, QAPI, Quality, Survey
According to CASPER Standard Survey data (3/17/24), over 25 thousand deficiencies have been cited thus far this fiscal year (FY), spanning 215 distinct F-tags. This article aims to scrutinize the primary deficiencies across five regulatory groups/facility departments... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 20, 2024 | 5-Star, Compliance, Quality, Regulatory, Survey, Toolkit
Navigating the intricacies of the survey process can seem difficult. However, with the right strategies, mindset, and preparedness plan your facility can emerge stronger and better equipped for success than ever before. In this week’s blog, we delve into the key... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 5, 2024 | 5-Star, Abuse, Compliance, Q&A, Quality, Survey
Q: How long does CMS’ Abuse Icon remain on Care Compare? A: Criteria that identify a facility of non-compliance related to abuse, and placement of the Abuse Icon on Care Compare includes: Harm-level abuse citation in the most recent survey cycle:...