by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 16, 2024 | ADL, Nursing, Quality, Restorative
Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and nursing facilities (NFs) play a crucial role in supporting individuals with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or those needing extended care services. Among the essential programs within these facilities is the Restorative Nursing... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Apr 3, 2024 | ICD.10, Nursing, PDPM, Q&A, Reimbursement
Q: I had a resident admitted to our SNF under skilled care who has been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, but the NTA points are not generating in the HIPPS code. Can you please explain why this is happening and what corrective action should be taken to ensure reimbursement is... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 25, 2024 | 5-Star, Dietary, F-Tag, Falls, Infection Prevention, Nursing, QAPI, Quality, Survey
According to CASPER Standard Survey data (3/17/24), over 25 thousand deficiencies have been cited thus far this fiscal year (FY), spanning 215 distinct F-tags. This article aims to scrutinize the primary deficiencies across five regulatory groups/facility departments... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 11, 2024 | Clinical, Nursing, Quality, Regulatory, SNF
As the acuity and complexity of long-term care residents has increased, the responsibilities of the Director of Nursing (DON) have also escalated significantly. The duties of the DON are not just clinical in nature, they also involve regulatory, reimbursement, and... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Mar 5, 2024 | MDS, Nursing, Quality, Staffing
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the retention of skilled and dedicated MDS (Minimum Data Set) staff is critical. MDS coordinators play a pivotal role in assessing patients’ needs, maintaining compliance with regulations, and facilitating smooth... by Proactive LTC Consulting | Feb 28, 2024 | MDS, Nursing, Pain, QAPI
Pain is a significant issue for many nursing home residents that can negatively impact quality of life when not appropriately managed. Unrelieved pain can lead to a decline in the resident’s function, cognitive, mood, behavior, and psychosocial status. An effective...