COVID-19 Updates in Appendix PP
Today, we’re discussing 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. Among these updates, the changes related to COVID-19 are particularly noteworthy. Let’s explore what these...
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Today, we’re exploring significant updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) that will 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. Among these updates, the changes related to Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) are particularly noteworthy. Let’s delve into...
Impacted F-tags: F605 Right to Be Free from Chemical Restraints, F757 Drug Regimen is Free from Unnecessary Drugs, F841 Responsibilities of Medical Director, F758 Free from Unnecessary and Psychotropic Medications / PRN Use (was removed)
Today, we’re discussing 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. Among these updates, the changes related to chemical restraints and unnecessary psychotropic medication are particularly...
