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Recent updates from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) outline significant revisions to long-term care surveyor guidance.

Effective staff training and ongoing education are vital to ensuring that nursing homes can meet regulatory standards and provide the best possible care to residents.

National Influenza Vaccination Week serves as an important reminder of the critical role flu vaccines play in protecting individuals and communities.

National Handwashing Week reminds us of the critical role proper hand hygiene plays in ensuring resident safety and maintaining high standards of care in nursing homes.

To prevent repeat deficiencies, many facilities turn to quality improvement initiatives that establish proactive, sustainable compliance practices.

Older adults often experience unique challenges related to diabetes, making it essential for nursing home staff and caregivers to adopt effective strategies.

When a survey highlights deficiencies, nursing homes are required to respond with Plans of Correction (PoCs) that address specific issues.

Managing diabetes in elderly populations presents unique challenges, making it essential for nursing homes to implement effective strategies to enhance resident health and safety.

Post-survey consulting is a structured, collaborative process designed to help nursing homes assess survey results, identify root causes of deficiencies, and develop strategies for improvement.

The top cited areas involve critical aspects of care, including Infection Prevention & Control (F880), Accident Hazards/Supervision (F689), and Food Procurement and Sanitation (F812).

Summary of the key updates in the CMS Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 State Performance Standards System (SPSS) guidance for State Survey Agencies.

To avoid immediate jeopardy, long-term care facilities should dial in these proactive practices for positive outcomes of their CMS surveys.