by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 7, 2024 | Compliance, Infection Prevention, Nursing, Quality
Infection control is a critical aspect of healthcare, especially in long-term care (LTC) facilities where residents are more vulnerable to infections like urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are a common and often recurring issue in this setting, requiring vigilant... by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 1, 2024 | Compliance, Documentation, Medical Review, Nursing, SNF, Therapy
Audits are on the rise! Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) are at an all-time high when it comes to active medical review. From the SNF 5 Claim Probe and Educate and individual Medicare Advantage reviews, to recovery audit contractors (RACs) and Supplemental Medical... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 16, 2024 | ADL, Nursing, Quality, Restorative
Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and nursing facilities (NFs) play a crucial role in supporting individuals with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or those needing extended care services. Among the essential programs within these facilities is the Restorative Nursing... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 3, 2024 | ICD.10, Nursing, PDPM, Q&A, Reimbursement
Q: I had a resident admitted to our SNF under skilled care who has been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, but the NTA points are not generating in the HIPPS code. Can you please explain why this is happening and what corrective action should be taken to ensure reimbursement is... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 25, 2024 | 5-Star, Dietary, F-Tag, Falls, Infection Prevention, Nursing, QAPI, Quality, Survey
According to CASPER Standard Survey data (3/17/24), over 25 thousand deficiencies have been cited thus far this fiscal year (FY), spanning 215 distinct F-tags. This article aims to scrutinize the primary deficiencies across five regulatory groups/facility departments... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 11, 2024 | Clinical, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory, SNF
As the acuity and complexity of long-term care residents has increased, the responsibilities of the Director of Nursing (DON) have also escalated significantly. The duties of the DON are not just clinical in nature, they also involve regulatory, reimbursement, and...