by Proactive Medical Review | Nov 29, 2022 | MDS, Q&A
Q: We do not currently have an MDS Coordinator and it will be some time before the new one can start. Who can complete the MDS; does it have to be a nurse? A: Each facility self-determines its policies and procedures for patient documentation practices and...
by Proactive Medical Review | Nov 29, 2022 | blog, Survey
The IDR process gives nursing homes one informal opportunity to dispute cited deficiencies after any survey of Federal requirements for participation. Facilities are also provided the opportunity to request and participate in an Independent IDR if CMS imposes civil...
by Proactive Medical Review | Nov 22, 2022 | blog, Survey
A plan of correction (POC) is a plan developed by the facility and approved by CMS or the state survey agency that clearly describes the actions the facility will take to correct deficiencies cited during a survey and specifies the date by which those deficiencies...
by Proactive Medical Review | Nov 22, 2022 | Q&A
Q: I have a Medicare Part A resident that went home for a visit and stayed overnight. Do I need to complete MDS assessments for an interrupted stay? A: Unless your State has a different policy, a Leave of Absence (LOA) which includes a temporary home visit of...
by Proactive Medical Review | Nov 16, 2022 | Infection
A recent study found that over 90% of high-touch surfaces in Long Term Care facilities were contaminated with potential sources of infectious disease spread. (American Journal of Infection Control) Handrails, equipment controls, and patient beds were 4 times more...
