by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 17, 2024 | 5-Star, MDS, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Q&A, Quality, Quality Measure, RAI Manual
Q: Patient was admitted with a stage IV pressure ulcer that healed (fully epithelialized) and several months later reopened at the same site. How should this pressure ulcer be staged when it reopens? A: According to the RAI Manual guidance for pressure... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 10, 2024 | 5-Star, MDS, Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Quality, Quality Measure
Pressure injuries, also known as pressure ulcers and bedsores, are a significant concern in nursing facilities, particularly among residents with limited mobility. The development of pressure injuries can be a reflection of the quality of care a resident receives,... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 19, 2023 | MDS, Pressure Ulcers, Q&A
Q: How do you code a Kennedy ulcer in Section M of the MDS? A: A Kennedy terminal ulcer is not a pressure ulcer. It is believed to be caused by end-of-life organ failure, with skin being the largest organ of the human body. This does not meet any of the skin... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 21, 2023 | Nursing, Pressure Ulcers, Q&A, Reimbursement
Q: We have a patient with a stage IV pressure injury to the ankle that is being treated with a wound vac, which is changed 3x/week. Does this meet the criteria for skilled coverage under Medicare Part A in the SNF? A: The Medicare Benefit Manual Chapter 8... by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 5, 2021 | Blog, Pressure Ulcers, Quality Measure
Pressure ulcers/injuries are significant health issues and one of the biggest challenge’s facilities face on a day-to-day basis. Preventing pressure injuries has always been a challenge, not just in long term care, but for the entire health continuum. The presence of... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Sep 2, 2020 | 5-Star, Blog, Pressure Ulcers, QAPI, Quality Measure
Improving performance in pressure ulcer/injury prevalence rates within your facility will result in many benefits including improved quality measures, star ratings, survey results, and patient outcomes. If your facility’s pressure ulcer rate is above industry...