Hot Topic: Responding to the Latest CMS Special Focus Facility (SFF) Program Update – Falls
Insights from Nancy Foss, RN, BSN, Director of Regulatory and Consulting Services – Pathway Health Recent breaking news from CMS (QSO) signals an important shift in survey and quality priorities: falls—particularly falls with major injury—are moving to the forefront of regulatory scrutiny, with direct implications for survey outcomes, enforcement actions, and Special Focus Facility (SFF) oversight....
CMS Announcement: Updates and Initiatives to Ensure Safety and Quality in Nursing Homes
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced updates and initiatives aligning with the CMS strategic initiative to Ensure Safety and Quality in Nursing Homes. These updates and initiatives include: Phase 3 Interpretive Guidance: CMS will be releasing updated Interpretive Guidance and training for the Requirements for Participation for Long-Term Care (LTC) Facilities. CMS...