by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 19, 2025 | Documentation, MDS, Medicaid, Nursing, PDPM, Quality, Regulatory, Reimbursement
Medicaid Case Mix Index Under PDPM: What LTC Facilities Need to Know As of October 1, 2025, the nationwide transition away from RUG-based Medicaid systems marks a major shift for long-term care. With more states moving to PDPM-based methodologies—and many... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 19, 2025 | Compliance, Documentation, Regulatory
Q: A resident tells you a personal item is missing. What steps should be taken? A: Start by staying calm and acknowledging their concern. Gather the key details — what’s missing, where was the item last seen, and when did they last have it? Document the report... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Nov 5, 2025 | Care Planning, Compliance, Discharge, Documentation, Physicians, Quality, Regulatory, Resident Rights
Capturing Required Transfer/Discharge Documentation Significant emphasis is placed on the need for comprehensive documentation to support that resident transfers/discharges are justified and in compliance with the regulations outlined in the April 28, 2025 update to... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 29, 2025 | Compliance, Falls, Legal, MDS, Quality, Quality Measure, Regulatory, SNF
Unreported Falls in Nursing Homes: OIG Study Findings In September 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG) released a concerning report related to a study with findings indicating that falls with major injury were... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 22, 2025 | Care Planning, Compliance, Legal, Medication, Pain, Quality, Regulatory
Q: What are best practices for developing a facility cannabis policy, and can staff administer medical marijuana to residents? A: As more states legalize medical and recreational cannabis, long-term care facilities are increasingly faced with questions about... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Oct 8, 2025 | Compliance, F-Tag, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory, Resident Rights, Survey
Hot Topics in F550 Resident Rights: Real-World Challenges and Practical Solutions Ensuring residents are treated with respect, dignity, and compassion is the foundation of quality care. But in the fast-paced environment of long-term care, even the best...