by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 5, 2025 | MDS, Nursing, Quality, Quality Measure
Q: The resident admitted with an unstageable pressure injury to the right heel. Now the pressure injury is stage 3. I coded stage 3 at M0300. Would the pressure injury be coded as present on admission? A: If a pressure ulcer or injury is documented as... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 5, 2025 | 5-Star, Dietary, Quality, Survey
F812: Food Procurement, Storage, Preparation, & Sanitation Compliance F812 Food Procurement, Storage, Preparation, and Sanitary Practices is the third most frequently cited deficiency for the 2025 fiscal year. Most citations have been issued at a scope and... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 26, 2025 | Compliance, Infection Prevention, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory
The Vital Role of the Infection Preventionist in Long-Term Care The Infection Preventionist (IP) plays a crucial role in preventing and controlling infections in long-term care facilities. An Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) program ensures compliance... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 18, 2025 | 5-Star, Quality, Quality Measure, Staffing, Survey
Updated 5 Star Ratings Released with Unfrozen QMs! What You Need to Know CMS has officially released the January 2025 Five-Star Quality Rating updates on Care Compare, and providers across the country are reviewing their new ratings. The January 2025 Care... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 12, 2025 | 5-Star, Compliance, Legal, QAPI, Quality, Regulatory, Survey
Conducting Thorough Incident Investigations: Key Steps for F610 Compliance Nursing homes must have evidence that all allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment are thoroughly investigated. A detailed and thorough investigation is... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 5, 2025 | Activities, ADL, Clinical, Quality
Family Engagement in LTC: Building Bridges for Better Care Family engagement plays an important role in enhancing the quality of life for nursing home residents. While nursing homes provide essential medical care and support, the involvement of families can...