Compliance Program Development & Support
Proactive’s team includes experts certified through the Healthcare Compliance Association (HCCA) with the skills to meet your needs for the development and ongoing implementation of a SNF Compliance and Ethics Program. Contact us for information on compliance program development, risk-based work plan implementation, program oversight and assistance with potential violation investigations. Interim Compliance Officer services available.
SNF Compliance & Ethics Program Services:
- Compliance Program Development
- Compliance Training
- Hotline Monitoring & Investigations
- Interim Compliance Officer Services
Investigations
Proactive works with provider leadership, legal counsel and/or alongside your compliance staff to provide confidential 3rd party compliance investigation support via case review, chart audits, billing assessment, interviews, onsite observations and legal nurse consulting.
We have developed a great relationship with Proactive over the last few years. The resources that they provide to us have helped us determine where we are in line with trends in the LTC industry and help us determine where we want to be moving forward.
Ask Proactive – We just had an annual survey and received three F-Tags level D in SNF area. One of those was Infection Control. Should I anticipate a civil money penalty due to the Infection tag?
Q: We just had an annual survey and received three F-Tags level D in SNF area. One of those was Infection Control. Should I anticipate a civil money penalty due to the Infection tag? A: You will only receive the enhanced enforcement penalties if you...
After the Survey: Tips On Writing an Effective Plan of Correction
Let’s delve into what a Plan of Correction (PoC) entails. According to, 42 CFR §488.401 a PoC is a plan developed by the facility and approved by either CMS or the survey agency. It outlines the actions the facility will take to rectify deficiencies and specifies the...
Managing Elopement Risk in Nursing Homes
Managing elopement risk is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of residents in nursing homes, particularly those with cognitive impairments. Elopement, defined as when a resident leaves the premises or a safe area without the facility’s knowledge and...