by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 16, 2025 | Coding, Compliance, Documentation, MDS, Medicaid, Medicare, Nursing
CMS has released the draft version of the MDS 3.0 RAI User’s Manual (v1.20.1), now available on the MDS 3.0 RAI Manual page. While the manual is still in draft form, the changes are significant and go into effect October 1, 2025. Facilities should begin planning now... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 16, 2025 | Compliance, Documentation, F-Tag, MDS, Nursing
Q: I am having difficulty keeping up with care plan updates. What are some tips and strategies to keep care plans up-to-date? A: Maintaining timely and accurate updates to resident care plans is essential not only for delivering quality, person-centered care,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 25, 2025 | Behavioral Health, Dementia Care, Documentation, Nursing
Q: How can behavior tracking help identify the root cause of a resident’s agitation? A: Behavior tracking allows staff to analyze patterns and triggers contributing to a resident’s agitation. By documenting factors such as time, environment,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 19, 2025 | Compliance, Infection Prevention, Nursing, Regulatory
Q: What are key steps to ensure compliance with the updated Enhanced Barrier Precautions (EBP) guidance that takes effect 4/28/25? A: Facilities should take the following steps to prepare for surveyor evaluation of EBP implementation: 1. Identify Residents Who... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 19, 2025 | Admissions, Dietary, Nursing, Quality, Staffing, Survey
Addressing Top Complaints of Residents & Family Did you know that communication breakdowns, staffing shortages, and dining concerns are among the most frequent complaints in long-term care facilities? Resident and family satisfaction is critical to maintaining... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 12, 2025 | MDS, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory, Survey
Understanding Interpretive Guidance for F656: Comprehensive Care Plans Care planning is a fundamental component of quality patient care, offering an organized structure for identifying resident needs through comprehensive assessment. So far in Calendar Year...