MedTrainer

JANUARY 10, 2024

It may seem a little early to do some spring cleaning, but not when it comes to compliance! It’s that time of the year to check your records for 2023 compliance deficiencies and set your organization up for success in 2024. Release of Industry-Specific Compliance Program Guidance (ICPG) is anticipated in 2024.

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Healthcare Law Blog

JULY 5, 2023

On June 30, 2023, the New York State Department of Health (DOH) issued a notice to nursing home operators and administrators announcing that it will begin conducting assessments on July 10, 2023 of nursing homes’ compliance with the State’s minimum staffing requirements.

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Sharps Compliance

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Whether you’re managing a nursing home, funeral home, or just your own home, Sharps Compliance can help you comply with local, state, and federal regulations regarding the storage, labeling, shipment, and treatment of regulated medical, pharmaceutical, and hazardous wastes. at Sharps Compliance Blog.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

MARCH 10, 2022

Complaints of resident abuse in a Michigan nursing home led to an investigation by the Michigan Office of Attorney General’s Health Care Fraud Division, working with the Michigan Sentinel Project. The investigation determined that a nurse was working at the nursing home while her license was suspended, which is a felony.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

MAY 25, 2022

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) has excluded a Louisiana man from participation in federal healthcare programs due to his ownership interest in seven Louisiana nursing homes that OIG previously excluded. As a result, OIG has excluded the nursing homes and their owner.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

MARCH 16, 2022

In a March 11, 2022, release by the Northern District of Georgia’s Office of the Department of Justice, it was reported that an investigation determined a Georgia nursing home knowingly submitted claims for unreasonable, unnecessary, and unskilled services for Medicare patients. Attorney Kurt R. To avoid a “reverse false claim” (i.e.,

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

JUNE 8, 2022

A Maine nursing home with a history of federal fines was listed as a special focus facility (SFF) after two residents wandered off in separate incidents last year. They were one mile from the nursing home, so police took her to the facility. In the second case, the resident was hit and killed by a motor vehicle.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

APRIL 18, 2022

A certified nurse’s aide (CNA) who was working in an Oklahoma nursing home has pled guilty to stealing money from a resident. Our office will not tolerate the financial exploitation of our beloved nursing home residents, no matter how large or small the amount.”.

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Hall Render

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) is reinforcing regulatory expectations regarding nursing home residents’ rights to vote. On September 26, 2024, CMS issued a QSO Memo , “Compliance with Residents’ Rights requirement related to Nursing Home Residents’ Right to Vote.” 42 CFR §483.10(b)(1)

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

On January 7, 2022, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published a memorandum stating that nursing home staff turnover and weekend staffing will be posted on the Medicare.gov Care Compare public website. The QSO memorandum can be accessed at: QSO-22-08-NH (cms.gov).

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

The United States has filed a lawsuit against an Alabama psychiatrist for improper prescribing of Nuedexta to nursing home residents. In return, the psychiatrist prescribed Nuedexta to nursing home residents who did not have pseudobulbar affect.

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Healthcare Law Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2022

On October 21, 2022, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced changes to its Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, including new steps to address nursing home facilities that fail to graduate from the SFF program in a timely manner, or “yo-yo” back into non-compliance after graduating from the SFF program.

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Hall Render

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has given surveyors new rules and updates to allow surveyors to add extra attention and increase oversight in nursing homes regarding the role of the medical director and how mental disorders are diagnosed. current DSM criteria) for the diagnosis.

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Hall Render

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

The facility should not be determined in substantial compliance until one of these two items is complete (and all other noncompliance has been corrected). Key provisions include: Clear Documentation Requirements : Nursing homes must provide thorough documentation justifying the need for a transfer or discharge.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

The post Louisiana Woman Arrested for Stealing from Nursing Home Resident appeared first on. Periodically audit resident fund accounts to ensure that no misappropriation has occurred. Ensure residents have access to locked boxes with keys to protect personal property.

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Hall Render

JANUARY 15, 2025

Effective January 1, 2025, Illinois enacted a law that contains several updates to Illinoiss change of ownership (CHOW) laws for nursing homes. Changes to Illinois CHOW Laws Illinois Public Act 103-0776 (CHOW Law) replaces Sections 3-112, 3-113 and 3-114 of the Illinois Nursing Home Care Act (the “Act”).

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Hall Render

JANUARY 8, 2025

Appendix PP Update Planned In the Memo, CMS announced that it will develop guidance for surveyors to evaluate compliance with the new acute respiratory illness reporting requirements and provide information on enforcement actions for noncompliance. Hall Render blog posts and articles are intended for informational purposes only.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 30, 2024

What types of healthcare facilities are required by the government to have a compliance program? In this blog, we’ll outline what types of healthcare facilities are required by the government to have a compliance program and why compliance is crucial for both healthcare organizations and the agencies that support them.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

MARCH 7, 2022

After an investigation into Colorado’s care for people with disabilities who reside in nursing homes, the Department of Justice (DOJ) concluded that the state unnecessarily segregates people with physical disabilities in nursing facilities. Interview residents to ensure that all safe discharge planning needs have been met.

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Hall Render

OCTOBER 10, 2023

As nursing homes look for funds to allow them to improve care and train nursing home staff, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) released QSO-23-23-NH (“CMS Memo”), which reopens and recasts the Civil Money Penalty Reinvestment Program (“CMPRP”).

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

JANUARY 7, 2022

Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division discovered that the pay practices of three Oklahoma City nursing homes denied 129 workers of partial wages. The three Oklahoma City nursing homes did not pay for on-site and off-site meetings, on-boarding activities, and web-based training as hours worked.

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Hall Render

JUNE 30, 2022

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) has given surveyors new rules and updates to allow surveyors to add extra attention and increase oversight in nursing homes regarding the quality of care and quality of life for residents. Compliance and ethics. Areas with Significant Updates. Phase 3 Elements.

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Hall Render

AUGUST 21, 2023

Nursing homes are critical in providing residents with care, comfort and dignity. Nursing homes need to navigate this delicate terrain with care, sensitivity and a commitment to creating a safe and respectful environment for all residents.

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Provider Trust

JULY 17, 2023

In our recent webinar, ProviderTrust’s Chief Compliance Officer, Donna Thiel, shared her expertise and valuable feedback from the 2023 HCCA Compliance Institute. Watch the Webinar During the Keynote Speech at the HCCA Compliance Institute this year, Office of Inspector General (OIG) Christi A.

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Verisys

JANUARY 8, 2024

Compliance with the Office of Inspector General (OIG) is not just best practice but a legal requirements not just best practice but a legal requirement. Learn more about OIG Compliance here. The General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG) is a central part of these initiatives.

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MedTrainer

DECEMBER 4, 2023

One of the biggest challenges in managing healthcare compliance in Alaska is the state’s vast size and remote geography. To effectively manage compliance in Alaska, healthcare organizations need to stay up-to-date on both the state and federal regulations with a solid compliance program in place.

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MedTrainer

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Watch this one-demand webinar for insider tips straight from seasoned compliance surveyors. Examples of covered entities include health plans, clearinghouses, and certain health care providers including but not limited to: doctors, clinics, psychologists, dentists, chiropractors, nursing homes, and pharmacies.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

When it comes to healthcare, compliance is not just a buzzword — it’s critical to ensuring quality of care, protecting patient privacy, and staying on the right side of the law. But what exactly is a compliance plan in healthcare, and why is it so crucial? Why Is a Compliance Plan Important in Healthcare?

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MedTrainer

AUGUST 8, 2024

Why Additional Training Is Required for Medicare-Enrolled Providers Training helps providers understand and adhere to Medicare’s complex regulations and guidelines, essential for maintaining compliance. It also addresses Medicare Parts C and D compliance requirements.

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Healthcare Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

1] If the proposed rule is finalized, CMS estimates that approximately 75% of all nursing homes would have to “strengthen staffing in their facilities” in order to meet the new requirements. [2] Nurse Aide (NA) HPRD (the “2.45 NA HPRD requirements, a total nurse staffing standard should be required. 55 RN HPRD and 2.45

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MedTrainer

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Managing healthcare compliance in New York is adhering to regulations that aim to ensure access to care, promote healthcare equity, and maintain high standards of healthcare quality and patient safety. The software helps to keep documents and policies organized, ensures training content is up-to-date, and makes reporting easy.

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Hall Render

DECEMBER 30, 2024

These revisions apply to all provider and supplier types and also include subparts that focus on specific concerns with nursing homes and clinical laboratories. Documentation and Readiness : Robust documentation of compliance efforts and corrective actions is crucial for addressing survey findings effectively.

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Healthcare IT Today

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Netalytics’ comprehensive purpose-built solutions provide a wide array of functionality, including managing inventory, controlling dosing, and tracking regulatory compliance. Visit ntst.com , call 1-800-472-5509, follow us on our CareThreads Blog , LinkedIn , and Twitter , like us on Facebook , or visit us on YouTube.

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Hall Render

MAY 2, 2023

For this alert, “nursing homes” refers to skilled nursing facilities (often known as “SNFs”). In 2020, CMS revised the nursing home infection control regulations at 42 CFR § 483.80 Additionally, this information is now publicly available on CMS’s COVID Nursing Home Data Website.

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Hall Render

JANUARY 18, 2022

Amidst a nationwide nursing and skilled nursing facility staffing crisis, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) announced that additional information regarding nursing home staff numbers will be added to the January 2022 CMS Care Compare website. Weekend Staff.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 8, 2024

Long-term care facilities are among the most regulated in healthcare, making compliance challenging and training critical. Importance of Long-Term Care Training Like all healthcare professionals entrusted with providing safe, legal, and ethical services, long-term care staff must complete required compliance training.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Managing healthcare compliance in New Jersey means adhering to a unique set of rules and standards that pose certain challenges for management teams. New Jersey’s healthcare organizations are encouraged to design thorough systems for tracking and understanding these regulations and make updates to their compliance programs as needed.

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