by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 5, 2023 | Behavioral Health, Blog, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory, Survey
Elements of an Effective Behavior Management Program for Nursing Facilities Behavior management plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe and supportive environment for residents in nursing facilities. It involves strategies and interventions aimed at understanding... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 28, 2023 | Blog
A new CMS web page is now available devoted to the SNF 5-Claim Probe and Educate audit initiated June 5, 2023 as part of the effort to lower the SNF payment error rate. The webpage includes additional information and FAQs on what to expect as the review has gotten... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 21, 2023 | Blog, Compliance, F-Tag, Physicians, Regulatory, Survey
Physicians play a crucial role in supervising the care of residents in nursing facilities. Physician visits should be thorough and comprehensive, encompassing an evaluation of the resident’s condition, review of medications and treatments, and a review of the plan of... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 13, 2023 | ADL, Blog, CMI, PDPM, Quality Measure, Reimbursement, Restorative
Dedication to robust restorative nursing programming will bring countless benefits to your residents, as well as improved facility outcomes. Designed to achieve and maintain optimal physical, mental, and psychosocial functioning, restorative nursing programs are... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 7, 2023 | Blog, Compliance, Hospice, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory, Survey
Quality of care is a fundamental principle that applies to all treatment and care provided to facility residents. Based on the comprehensive assessment of a resident, the facility must ensure that residents receive treatment and care in accordance with professional... by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 31, 2023 | Blog, Compliance, Education, MDS, Medicare, Nursing, PDPM
You’ve likely heard that significant changes are coming to the MDS in October 2023. Here’s what you need to know in a nutshell and our recommended action steps to be prepared. An updated version of the MDS 3.0 (version 1.18.11) will be implemented effective October 1,...