by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 25, 2020 | CMS, COVID-19, Education, Regulatory
As of a March 23 report by CMS, at least 147 nursing homes across 27 states have at least one resident with COVID-19. As we work to protect our residents and staff in response to the risk of COVID-19 infection, providers are encouraged to consider these action items... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 20, 2020 | Coding, COVID-19, Education, Infection Prevention, MDS
Residents of long-term care facilities are at the highest risk of being affected by COVID-19 because of advanced age and chronic medical conditions and co-morbidities. Not only are they at higher risk but have an increased risk of critical illness. Also, there are... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 17, 2020 | Education, Medicare, PDPM, SNF
With the growing concern surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the slew of emails you’re likely receiving, we want to provide you with a brief, focused summary of how this pandemic has temporarily changed our current practices and regulations surrounding our Medicare... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 10, 2020 | Coding, Documentation, Education, MDS, Medical Review, PDPM, SNF
Most facilities have fared better than anticipated under Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM). What will this mean from the standpoint of Medicare claims audits and how should we prepare for the inevitable start of medical review activity for PDPM claims? For many... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 4, 2020 | Blog, Education, PDPM, Reimbursement, Restorative
The QM, Functional Outcome & Reimbursement Perks of Restorative Nursing Restorative & PDPM As we began discussing in part 1 of this blog last week, there are many benefits to considering Restorative Nursing programs. In part 2 of this blog, let’s review some... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 26, 2020 | 5-Star, Blog, Education, Quality Measure
Q: How do you pull the 5-Star Report? A: Select the CASPER Reporting link located on the CMS QIES Systems for Providers page. Once in the CASPER Reporting system, select the ‘Folders’ button and access the Five Star Report in your ‘st LTC...