by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 7, 2024 | Compliance, F-Tag, QAPI, Quality
On July 31, 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the final rule updating Medicare payment policies and rates for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) under the Skilled Nursing Facility Prospective Payment System (SNF PPS) for fiscal year... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 31, 2024 | Compliance, F-Tag, QAPI, Quality
F585 has been cited 580 times during the 2024 Fiscal year. An effective Grievance Process that is consistently carried out with timely complaint resolution reduces the risk of issues escalating. In this week’s blog, we examine the essential elements of an effective... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 24, 2024 | 5-Star, Nursing, QAPI, Quality
Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) is a vital component of maintaining and enhancing the quality of care in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). How can you move QAPI programming in your facility to the next level? QAPI is a comprehensive approach that... 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 13, 2024 | Q&A, QAPI, Quality
Q: How does oral care impact the risk of death in a nursing home? A: Aspiration pneumonia is a leading cause of death in nursing homes. Aspiration pneumonia occurs when a non-air substance (e.g. food, liquid, saliva) and bacteria from the mouth is... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 28, 2024 | MDS, Nursing, Pain, QAPI
Pain is a significant issue for many nursing home residents that can negatively impact quality of life when not appropriately managed. Unrelieved pain can lead to a decline in the resident’s function, cognitive, mood, behavior, and psychosocial status. An effective...