by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 22, 2026 | 5-Star, Antipsychotics/Psychotropics, Coding, Documentation, Falls, MDS, Nursing Home Consultant, QAPI, Quality, Quality Measure, Weight Loss
The Engine Behind Outcomes: Quality Measure Systems Many facilities focus on Quality Measure scores after they decline. High-performing facilities build systems that prevent decline before it happens. Improving Quality Measures (QMs) in skilled nursing...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 15, 2026 | 5-Star, Care Planning, Dietary, Falls, Legal, Medication, Nursing Home Consultant, Pharmacy, Quality, Regulatory, Survey
Top Survey Deficiencies Q1-2026 The top survey tag for Quarter 1 of 2026 was F880 Infection Prevention and Control, followed by F689 Free of Accident Hazards/Supervision/Devices. Read on for details on the most commonly cited issues in these tags…. Top...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 8, 2026 | Compliance, Falls, Nursing, Nursing Home Consultant, QA, QAPI, Regulatory, Weight Loss
Risk Management in Action: Effective Meeting Strategies for Long-Term Care Leaders Risk management meetings area a cornerstone of safe, high-quality care in long-term care facilities. They provide a structured forum to identify trends, reduce harm, and strengthen...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 1, 2026 | 5-Star, Education, Falls, Nursing Home Consultant, QAPI, Quality, Quality Measure, Safety, SNF
Turning Fall Data into Action: Driving Meaningful Prevention Strategies Falls remain one of the most persistent and costly challenges in skilled nursing facilities. Yet despite ongoing prevention efforts, many facilities find themselves stuck in a cycle of...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 18, 2026 | 5-Star, Falls, Nursing Home Consultant, QAPI, Quality, Survey
Q: We recently had a resident fall that resulted in a fracture, and we anticipate this may trigger a complaint survey. Our team is concerned and wants to make sure we’re prepared. What should we be doing right now? A: You’re right to anticipate survey...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 4, 2026 | Abuse, Elopement, F-Tag, Falls, QAPI, Quality, Quality Measure, Survey
Adverse Events and Reportable Incidents: From Response to Prevention Adverse events and reportable occurrences are among the most closely scrutinized aspects of long-term care. F689 – Free of Accident Hazards/Supervision/Devices and F610– Reporting of Alleged...
