Healthcare Law Insights blog

OCTOBER 17, 2023

In certain cases, nursing homes may discharge or transfer a resident even if the resident does not consent to the discharge or transfer – this is known as an “involuntary discharge” or an “involuntary transfer.” In this case, the resident has the right to appeal the involuntary discharge or transfer. 19 CSR 30-82.050(3).

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Relias

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Utilizing data from the most recent three calendar years, the PEPPER offers providers specific Medicare data statistics for discharges or services that may be vulnerable to improper payments. Long‐term acute care hospitals. Short-term acute care hospitals. Why should you read the PEPPER? Home health agencies.

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Arkenea

JUNE 27, 2024

Reports say that medical errors are one of the leading causes of death, and electronic medical records leave little to no room for documentation errors. The rise in the adoption of EMR isn’t just limited to error-free documents or mandates. These EMRs include longitudinal patient care, along with chronic care management.

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Relias

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Comprehensive education for home health staff is vital to boost performance under HHVBP, observed Relias Director of Post-Acute Care Solutions Trish Richardson, MSN, BSBA, RN, NE-BC, CMSRN. Hospices should also be concerned about care coordination. Documentation in the medical record. As part of discharge planning.

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Relias

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Emergency care Coordination of emergency care helps ensure that patients who come to the emergency department receive timely, appropriate, and high-quality care and are safely and effectively transitioned to the next level of needed care, whether it is inpatient, outpatient, or home-based.

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Guideway Care

JANUARY 14, 2025

When patients are well-informed about their health issues and given proper instructions for care after discharge, there is a notable decrease in the rate of returning to the hospital. Advocates play an essential part in this process by providing education and ongoing support for post-discharge procedures.

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Relias

DECEMBER 21, 2021

That means making sure they are compliant with all required training, are up to date on evidence-based practices, and have the knowledge and skills to consistently provide high-quality care. You want to be sure your team helps patients get better at elements such as mobility and taking medications correctly.

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