Remove Communication Remove Discharges Remove Documentation
article thumbnail

Preparing for CERT Audits and Practicing Compliant Documentation

EvidenceCare

This comprehensive guide provides hospital and revenue cycle leadership with vital insights on preparing for CERT audits and establishing processes for compliant documentation. This section delves into the specific criteria and expectations set by CERT audits, emphasizing the need for meticulous attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

article thumbnail

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Involuntary Nursing Home Discharges/Transfers in Missouri

Healthcare Law Insights blog

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).

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

BBHR: Integrated Discharge Planning Tool Eases Team Edits

Connect Care Bytes Blog

Building a Better Health Record (BBHR) As part of our documentation quality improvement initiative , we promote practical ways for clinicians to provide clear and actionable communication at transitions of care. Demo: Discharge Readiness Integrated Planner Manual: Transition Planning

article thumbnail

Is A Health Unit Coordinator Job Hard?

We Care Online

Managing admissions, transfers and discharges. Document and communicate with the healthcare team. Healthcare documentation. Communication skills. Common tasks include: Managing patient records. Arranging appointments for tests and procedures. Answering telephones and taking messages. Is the Course Difficult?

article thumbnail

National Patient Safety Goals Depend on Good Communication

Relias

Improve staff communication. Perhaps not surprisingly, they share a common element — they all depend on good communication practices at the organizational, team, and individual levels. Whether communicating with care team members or directly with patients, using two ways to confirm a patient’s identity must be embedded in your process.

article thumbnail

BBHR: Expanded Access to Improved Transition Planning Tools

Connect Care Bytes Blog

Building a Better Health Record (BBHR) As part of our documentation quality improvement initiative , we promote practical ways for clinicians to provide clear and actionable communication at transitions of care. All have been enhanced in response to user feedback. A SHS column can be added to Rapid Rounds (and other) patient lists.

article thumbnail

Why Care Coordination Is Important for Home Health and Hospice Agencies

Relias

Under the first performance year of VBP in 2023, home health agencies will be scored in part on the patient’s perception of their communication and team discussion.” Patient perception of communication and team discussion are two of those five elements. Assessing communication and collaboration.

Hospice 52