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This week’s roundup highlights essential updates and resources for medical directors and long-term care professionals, focusing on survey readiness, clinical compliance, and innovative care strategies. From understanding new CMS guidelines to exploring advancements in Parkinson’s research, these insights aim to enhance patient care and facility operations.
Staying Survey-Ready: A Medical Director’s Guide to Implementing CMS Updates
In this PALTtalk episode, Dr. Diane Sanders-Cepeda discusses the latest CMS surveyor guidance with experts, emphasizing the medical director’s role in quality assurance, facility assessments, and psychotropic medication oversight. The conversation provides practical strategies to maintain compliance and support quality resident care.
Your Role as Medical Director in the Survey Process
This guide outlines the responsibilities of medical directors during surveys, highlighting the importance of active participation in quality improvement activities and adherence to revised CMS guidelines, including F841. It serves as a resource to navigate the complexities of regulatory compliance effectively.
Understanding MDS with Robin Hillier (Part 1)
In this podcast episode, MDS expert Robin Hillier delves into the intricacies of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), discussing its impact on care delivery, compliance, and reimbursement. The conversation underscores the significance of accurate coding and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Lift, Shift, Protect with EHOB
This resource from the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) explores the connection between safe patient handling and pressure injury prevention. It offers insights into effective strategies and products to enhance patient safety and care quality.
Tutorial: GWEP Online Community
This tutorial video walks viewers through the GWEP (Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program) Online Community platform. It highlights how users can access resources, collaborate with peers, and utilize the tools available to support best practices in geriatric care.
GWEP Online Tools and Resources
The Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) provides a suite of tools and resources aimed at improving geriatric care. These materials support healthcare professionals in delivering age-friendly, person-centered care.
Medications with Shortened Expiration Dates
PharMerica’s guide lists medications that have shortened expiration dates once opened, emphasizing the importance of proper storage and timely usage to maintain efficacy and safety. It serves as a critical reference for medication management in healthcare settings.
Scientists Solve Decades-Long Parkinson’s Mystery
Researchers at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute have unveiled the structure of the PINK1 protein, a breakthrough in understanding Parkinson’s disease. This discovery opens new avenues for developing treatments targeting mitochondrial dysfunction in Parkinson’s patients.
By staying informed on these developments, healthcare professionals can enhance their readiness for surveys, ensure compliance with evolving regulations, and adopt innovative practices to improve patient outcomes.
Stay well and informed!