by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 16, 2021 | COVID-19, Documentation, Q&A
Q: Default or Provider Liable? I mistakenly thought a resident qualified for the interrupted stay when in actuality they readmitted beyond the 3-day interruption window (on day 4). I failed to schedule a new PPS 5-day assessment within the required timeframe. Can I... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 7, 2021 | COVID-19, Documentation, Q&A
Q: Is it a “disability-related inquiry” under the ADA to ask about or request documentation that an employee obtained the COVID-19 vaccine from a third party in the community, such as a pharmacy, primary physician, or public clinic? A: According to the EEOC,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 15, 2021 | Blog, Documentation, Legal, Medicaid, Medical Review, Medicare
“No matter how skilled or experienced you are, inaccurate or incomplete nursing documentation can mean serious trouble for your patients – and for you if you’re ever involved in a lawsuit.” Austin, Nursing2021. Many nurses who have had to testify in a deposition or... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 3, 2021 | Blog, Documentation, MDS, Medical Review, Medicare, PDPM, Reimbursement
They say hindsight is 20/20. Most are glad to see 2020 go; it’s certainly been a challenging year. After the first full calendar year of the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM), several key takeaways in terms of successful implementation strategies have become clear.... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jan 12, 2021 | Blog, COVID-19, Documentation, SNF
Through the challenges of the pandemic, charting quality may have taken a backseat to other priorities during times of staffing shortages and outbreaks. However, claims for services related to COVID-19 care are vulnerable to medical review. Consider these best... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 19, 2020 | Blog, Coding, Compliance, Documentation, MDS, Medical Review, Medicare, PDPM, Reimbursement
Has nursing documentation and internal auditing suffered due to COVID-19 prevention or outbreak efforts? Many facilities have had to prioritize staff and resources in order to meet the challenge of the public health emergency and the many additional responsibilities...