by Proactive LTC Consulting | Sep 6, 2022 | Q&A, Survey
Is your nursing facility survey ready? Are you up to date with all of the upcoming regulatory changes effective in October 2022? Preparation for the annual recertification survey should be ongoing, with a formal mock survey process several months prior to the... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 15, 2022 | Blog, Survey
F695 Respiratory care, including tracheostomy care and tracheal suctioning, is one of the top 10 areas cited most often in nursing homes. This regulation states that the facility must ensure that a resident who needs respiratory care, including tracheostomy care and... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Aug 10, 2022 | 5-Star, Blog, Survey
Now that annual surveys have resumed, long-term care facilities should be prepared for the first Annual survey they may have had in a very long time. Consider completing a survey readiness checklist as part of your facility’s self-evaluation. Use this sample checklist... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 11, 2022 | ADL, Blog, Survey
F677 ADL care provided for dependent residents is one of the top 10 areas cited for deficient practice in the nation. This regulation states that a resident who is unable to carry out activities of daily living should receive the necessary services to maintain good... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Jul 6, 2022 | Blog, Compliance, Survey
On June 29, 2022, CMS issued QSO-22-19-NH, announcing the release of new Interpretive Guidance for Phase 3 requirements, which went into effect November 28, 2019, and revisions to Phase 2 guidance. Surveyors will begin using this guidance to identify noncompliance on... by Proactive LTC Consulting | May 18, 2022 | Blog, Survey
F656 Develop/implement comprehensive care plans is the #5 most cited deficiency nationally. This week’s blog examines what you need to know about the regulatory requirements related to F656 and how to avoid issues commonly cited by surveyors. There are five standard...