by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 14, 2021 | 5-Star, Blog, Regulatory, Survey
Wondering when surveyors will be at your facility for your annual survey? You’re not alone. This past year has been anything but normal in terms of survey activities. Let’s take a look at the current state of recertification surveys occurring across the nation and... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 29, 2021 | Abuse, Blog, Compliance, Legal, Nursing, Regulatory
When you became a long-term care Administrator or Director of Nursing you probably didn’t envision that you would also wear the hat of a detective. In today’s long-term care environment, being able to conduct a thorough internal investigation is a critical strength... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 17, 2021 | Audits, Blog, Compliance, Medical Review, Regulatory, Reimbursement
The MACs officially resumed post-payment medical review of items and services with dates of service prior to March 2020 this past August, but according to a June 3, 2021 announcement may now officially begin conducting post-payment medical reviews for later dates of... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 15, 2021 | Audits, Blog, Compliance, Medical Review, Regulatory, Reimbursement
The MACs officially resumed post-payment medical review of items and services with dates of service prior to March 2020, but may now officially begin conducting post-payment medical reviews for later dates of service. The Targeted Probe and Educate program will... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jun 9, 2021 | Blog, Medicare, Regulatory, Reimbursement, Restorative, Therapy
Skilled maintenance therapy has long been a service offering available for use in long-term care, yet this programming continues to be the source of confusion for many providers. ”Maintenance Therapy”, is often requested by patients and their representatives/families... by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 24, 2021 | 5-Star, Blog, QAPI, Quality Measure, Regulatory
QAPI programs help to solidify strong processes for identifying and prioritizing problems and opportunities, and sustaining progress on quality objectives long term. QAPI work plans target organizational process, functions, and services provided to residents based...