by Proactive LTC Consulting | Sep 10, 2025 | Compliance, Consulting, F-Tag, Infection Prevention, Regulatory, Survey
Q: When does the state survey agency or CMS usually apply the remedy of a Directed Plan of Correction? A: A Directed Plan of Correction (DPoC) is a remedy that provides for directed action(s) from either the State or CMS Regional Office (RO) that the facility...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Sep 3, 2025 | Compliance, Documentation, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory
Best Practices for Establishing and Honoring Code Status When a new resident arrives at your nursing facility, one of the most critical steps in the admission process is confirming and documenting their code status – the instructions for how medical...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 27, 2025 | Care Planning, Compliance, Documentation, Hospice, Regulatory
Q: What documentation and information must skilled nursing facilities obtain and retain from hospice? A: The following are required: The most recent hospice plan of care specific to each patient Hospice election form Physician certification and recertification...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 27, 2025 | 5-Star, Audits, Compliance, Documentation, F-Tag, Legal, QAPI, Quality, Regulatory, Survey
When a deficiency is cited, the clock starts ticking. How you respond through your Plan of Correction can set the tone for your survey outcome—and your facility’s reputation. This week, we’re sharing practical tips to help you craft a PoC that not only meets...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 20, 2025 | Compliance, Medication, Nursing, Pharmacy, Quality, Regulatory, Safety
Q: I’m a charge nurse, and a resident just passed away. The family is asking to take the medications home since they paid for them. What should I do? A: This can be a difficult situation to navigate with grieving families. Even though the family may have...
by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 13, 2025 | Compliance, Regulatory, Survey
FAQs on Systems for LTC Policies and Procedures Policies and procedures are far more than written guidelines – they provide a backbone of safety and consistency. Skilled nursing policies and procedures outline expectations and play a crucial role in regulatory...
