by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 27, 2025 | Care Planning, Compliance, Documentation, Hospice, Regulatory
Q: What documentation and information must skilled nursing facilities obtain and retain from hospice? A: The following are required: The most recent hospice plan of care specific to each patient Hospice election form Physician certification and recertification... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 27, 2025 | 5-Star, Audits, Compliance, Documentation, F-Tag, Legal, QAPI, Quality, Regulatory, Survey
When a deficiency is cited, the clock starts ticking. How you respond through your Plan of Correction can set the tone for your survey outcome—and your facility’s reputation. This week, we’re sharing practical tips to help you craft a PoC that not only meets... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 16, 2025 | ADR, Appeals, Audits, Documentation, Medical Review, Medicare, Reimbursement, SNF
Q: Do we need to obtain prior authorization for every managed care resident who requires skilled services, even if they clearly meet criteria? A: Unfortunately, yes — at least for now. Most managed care plans (including Medicare Advantage) still require prior... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 9, 2025 | Care Planning, Compliance, Documentation, Pressure Ulcers, Quality, Quality Measure
Q: What is the difference between avoidable and unavoidable pressure injuries? A: The determination of whether a pressure injury is avoidable versus unavoidable depends on the facility meeting the following criteria. The facility must ensure the following:... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 9, 2025 | 5-Star, ADL, Compliance, Documentation, MDS, Medicare, Quality, Quality Measure, Therapy
Discharge Function Score: Getting it Right! Are your Discharge Function Scores working for or against you? If you’re still treating Section GG like “just another MDS task,” you’re missing one of the most influential performance measures in the SNF Quality... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 25, 2025 | Compliance, Documentation, Emergency Preparedness, Survey
Is Your Facility Truly Prepared for an Emergency? The OIG Says “Maybe Not” Nursing homes play a vital role in keeping vulnerable residents safe, but recent emergencies in facilities (e.g., hurricanes, infectious outbreaks, fires) have revealed critical...