This week will complete LeadingAge NY's analysis of CMS's updates to the guidelines for surveyors described in memorandum QSO-25-07-NH. As a reminder, Feb. 24, 2025 is the official start date for implementation of these updates. This article will review the modifications and major updates to directives around pain recognition and management, definitions for ADLs, CPR training, and physical environment.

As of Jan. 1^st, providers have been required to use a revised Notice of Medicare Non-Coverage and Detailed Explanation of Non-Coverage for patients and residents covered by Original Medicare. For patients and residents covered by Medicare Advantage plans, the revised DENC is not required until April 1, 2025, although the revised NOMNC must be used as of Jan. 1^st.

QSO clarifies that although there is no sub-regulatory guidance yet, nursing homes must proceed with requirements for reporting through NHSN on Jan. 1^st.

As we start this new year, LeadingAge NY continues to analyze CMS's updates to the guidelines for surveyors described in memorandum QSO-25-07-NH. Feb. 24, 2025, the official date of implementation, is quickly approaching, making the importance of understanding the implications for nursing home providers paramount. This article will review the modifications and major updates on QAPI, Medical Director responsibilities, and accuracy of assessments.

LeadingAge NY continues to analyze CMS's new updates to the guidelines for surveyors recently announced in memorandum QSO-25-07-NH. With the effective date of Feb. 24, 2025 fast approaching, it is imperative to fully understand the implications for nursing home providers. This article will review the infection control modifications and major updates.

LeadingAge NY continues to analyze the CMS RoP guideline updates recently announced in memorandum QSO-25-07-NH. These changes will take effect on Feb. 24, 2025, leaving providers a few short months to prepare. This article will review the transfer/discharge modifications and major updates facilities should be aware of.

CMS recently announced in memorandum QSO-25-07-NH a major update to guidance in many domains of the long-term care surveyor guidelines for nursing homes. With these changes taking effect on Feb. 24, 2025, there are just a few short months for providers to become knowledgeable about these changes, evaluate their current policies and procedures, identify gaps, and institute change along with education where needed. This article, the first in a series of segments, reviews the psychotropic medication modifications and major updates to be aware of.

The Industry Segment-Specific Compliance Program Guidance for Skilled Nursing Facilities and Nursing Facilities is intended to assist nursing homes in identifying their risks and in implementing effective compliance and quality programs to mitigate those risks.