Admission, Transfer, Discharge Changes Effective April 28, 2025. F 620 – Admission Agreement
Today, we’re exploring important updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that will significantly impact nursing home operations. CMS has issued revisions to the Long-Term Care (LTC) surveyor guidance, detailed in memorandum QSO-25-14-NH, effective April 28, 2025 [1] [2]. Among these updates, the changes to admission, transfer, and discharge processes are particularly...
Changes to Accuracy/Coordination/Certification of Assessments in CMS’s Latest Revisions (QSO-25-14-NH)
Impacted F Tags: F641 Accuracy of Assessments, F658 Services Provided Meet Professional Standards, F 841 Responsibilities of Medical Director, F 642 Coordination/Certification of Assessment (REMOVED)Today, we’re diving into some impactful updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that are set to transform the landscape of nursing home care. CMS has rolled out...
Supporting the Skilled Nursing Market with Comprehensive Solutions
In the dynamic health care space, having a trusted partner to guide you through numerous difficult decisions is critical. With Pathway Health’s depth of expertise and resources, we quickly assess the ability of your current operations to meet new health care reform initiatives and new standards of practice.Our experts work with you to identify operational...
Enhancing Quality and Oversight in Nursing Homes: CMS’s Latest Revisions (QSO-25-14-NH)
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has recently rolled out significant updates to the Long-Term Care (LTC) surveyor guidance, aiming to elevate the quality and oversight of nursing home care. These changes, detailed in the memorandum QSO-25-14-NH, are set to take effect on April 28, 2025, and promise to bring a host of...
Leadership Insights: The Measles – What Leaders Need to Know
Insights from Calvin Reynek, RN, IP-BC, AS-BC, CDP, CADDCT, QAPI-BCClinical Nurse Consultant, Pathway HealthThe World Health Organization (WHO) states that measles is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. It spreads easily when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes. Measles can cause severe disease, complications, and even death. While anyone can be affected, measles is most...
MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation and Margaret Hye-Ryoung Sakai, CPA
MagnaChip Semiconductor Corporation and Margaret Hye-Ryoung Sakai, CPA
New! Director of Nursing Basics Certification Course
Master Your Foundation of Nursing LeadershipAre you a new Director of Nursing or looking to sharpen your leadership skills? The Director of Nursing Basics Certification is a new 28-hour virtual certification course is designed to equip DONs with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in overseeing the largest department within a nursing facility.From regulatory compliance...
Celebrating Health Information Professionals
This week—and every day—we celebrate the outstanding work of our ePATH professionals and the clients we proudly support. Your commitment to ensuring health information is accurate, complete, and accessible makes a meaningful difference. Thank you for your dedication and the vital role you play in advancing quality care through trusted health information.