by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 30, 2025 | Coding, ICD.10, MDS, Medicare, Nursing, SNF
Q: A resident was admitted with a diagnosis of acute on chronic respiratory failure requiring a new tracheostomy. The trach was placed during the hospital stay and the resident continues to require suctioning, respiratory monitoring, and oxygen therapy here in the... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 9, 2025 | Audits, Coding, Compliance, Documentation, ICD.10, MDS, Reimbursement
Crack the Code to Payment Accuracy: Why ICD-10 Coding Proficiency Matters Now More Than Ever In today’s reimbursement-driven healthcare environment, one thing is clear: accurate coding isn’t optional—it’s essential. For Skilled Nursing Facilities, ICD-10 coding... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 30, 2024 | Coding, Compliance, Documentation, ICD.10, MDS, Nursing, PDPM, Physicians, Regulatory, Reimbursement
Keys to Active Diagnosis Documentation and the Provider Query Process Supportive documentation of active diagnosis is crucial—supporting quality care as well as playing a vital role in regulatory compliance, reimbursement, and overall patient outcomes. This week,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 21, 2024 | Coding, ICD.10, Q&A
Q: What should be the first reference for MDS/NAC or IDT members when searching for a diagnosis code? A: The ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting (Guidelines) for the current fiscal year should always be the first reference consulted.... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 10, 2024 | Coding, ICD.10, Q&A
Q: One of our long-term residents fell and fractured their femur requiring a hip replacement. They returned to our facility on a skilled stay. The IDT met and were discussing a primary diagnosis. Therapy believes we should use Z47.1 Aftercare following joint... by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 8, 2024 | ICD.10, MDS, Medicare, PDPM, SNF
CMS issued corrections to the FY 2024 SNF PPS Final Rule PDPM ICD-10 Mapping. The document, which was issued and effective April 10, 2024, makes corrections to technical errors that are applicable beginning 10/1/2023. This correction document can be accessed at the...