Navigating the Latest CMS Surveyor Guidance Updates: What SNFs Need to Know

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Staying informed about regulatory changes is crucial for compliance and high-quality care in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and long-term care nursing homes. On March 10, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the updated Long-Term Care (LTC) Surveyor Guidance, QSO-25-14-NH. This new guidance will take effect on April 28, 2025, introducing new expectations, revised F-tags, and significant changes in admissions, staffing, psychotropic medication use, and infection control. These changes may be challenging,…

Overcoming Challenges of the SNF Special Focus Facility List and Moving Up the Star Ranks

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This new whitepaper addresses the ongoing challenges faced by Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) on the Special Focus Facility (SFF) or SFF Candidate list.  The difficulties include navigating increased regulations, limited access to capital, and staffing issues, all of which hinder a facility’s ability to improve outcomes and advance in the star rankings. Download our whitepaper to discover key strategies for overcoming these challenges and moving off the SFF list, including the role of compliance, corrective…

Are You Checking for Interim Payment Assessments in Your SNF?

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The transition from the Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs) system to the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM) in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) has brought about significant changes in how facilities are reimbursed for the care provided. One of the critical tools in optimizing reimbursement under PDPM is the Interim Payment Assessment (IPA). When used correctly, the IPA can play an important role in ensuring that SNFs receive the appropriate reimbursement to reflect the level of care provided…