Elder Abuse Related Topics 
Bill of Health
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Given this growth, preventing elder abuse must be at the forefront of policymaking. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recognized elder abuse as a “serious” problem that is commonly occurring, yet significantly underreported, in the U.S. Specific to the U.S.,
American Medical Compliance
AUGUST 27, 2024
Among the most urgent concerns is the prevention of elder abuse. Safeguarding residents from abuse is not just a legal obligation. In the context of assisted living, elder abuse can manifest in many ways: Physical Abuse This involves the use of force that results in bodily injury, pain, or impairment.
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HIT Consultant
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
One of the most difficult types of abuse to identify has always been elderly abuse. For whatever reason, they aren’t as social as other segments of the population, and thus, it becomes extremely difficult to identify elderly abuse. The tool aims to give healthcare providers a way to measure abuse within their geriatric patients.
AIHC
JUNE 3, 2024
Part 1 in a series of articles to support World Elder Abuse Awareness Written by Joanne Byron, BS, LPN, CCA, CHA, CHCO, CHBS, CHCM, CIFHA, CMDP, OHCC, ICDCT-CM/PCS Please feel free to repost, print and make available to your workforce members. Detecting elder abuse can be difficult. Victims are fearful and anxious.
AIHC
JUNE 21, 2024
Part 4 in a series of articles to support World Elder Abuse Awareness Written by Joy Rose , MSA, RHIA, CCS, CHA, CHPS ICD-10-CM Rules for Coding Abuse World Elder Abuse Awareness Day was June 15. It is not uncommon for providers to evaluate suspected or confirmed cases of elder abuse.
American Medical Compliance
MARCH 12, 2025
Research reveals that staff who self-report that they have abused a nursing home resident characterize themselves as emotionally exhausted. Thus, it is important to focus on staffing and staff competence as part of elder abuse prevention strategies. The course also emphasizes person-centered care to enhance resident well-being.
MedTrainer
MAY 23, 2024
If your healthcare organization works with OAA-regulated agencies, it may be time to refresh employee compliance training around emergency preparedness, preventing elder abuse, and avoiding conflicts of interest. The majority of abuse is done by caregivers either in the elder’s home or a care center.
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