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CMS Updates Testing and Visitation Guidance, Aligning with Latest CDC Guidance
CMS released revised QSO memos QSO-20-38-NH (Testing) and QSO-20-29-NH (Visitation). Revisions in the testing memo include information on routine testing of asymptomatic staff and updated recommendations for testing individuals who have recovered from COVID-19. Revisions in the visitation memo include updated guidance for face coverings and masks during visits and the removal of vaccination status as a consideration. These revisions align with the updated CDC guidance that was also released on the same date.
Many of these changes reflect the tireless work that AHCA/KHCA members have devoted to advocating for CDC and CMS to update. READ MORE
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CONVENTION IS THIS WEEK! What are you waiting for?
Are you ready to Rejuvenate Your Why? Join KHCA/KCAL in their Tropical Escape at the 72nd Annual Convention and Trade Show this week in Mulvane, KS at the Kansas Star Event Center. There is too many offerings to list here but we encourage you to take a look at our brochure for all the details. Please email us with any questions. khca@khca.org
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Provider Relief Fund Reporting Period 3 Due This Friday
Providers who received Provider Relief Fund (PRF) payments exceeding $10,000, in the aggregate, between January 1, 2021- June 30, 2021, are required to report in Reporting Period 3 (RP3). There will be no extension. You must submit a report on use of funds by September 30, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
On September 8, 2022, providers received a notification, based on their status in the reporting process, reminding them of their reporting requirement. The RP3 reminder email for providers registered but who have not yet reported may be viewed here. The RP3 reminder email for providers registered and in progress may be viewed here.
Request to Report Late Due to Extenuating Circumstances
Providers who experienced one or more extenuating circumstances that prevented them from submitting a completed PRF Report in Reporting Periods 1 and/or 2 (RP1 and RP2) by the deadline had the opportunity to submit a Request to Report Late Due to Extenuating Circumstance. The opportunities to submit late reports for RP1 and RP2 have passed. While it’s anticipated that the Extenuating Circumstances option will be offered for RP3, providers are highly encouraged to complete the report by the September 30 deadline. It is a request process that will open, and approved providers will be required to submit reports in a two-week window of time.
Upcoming reporting periods:
- Reporting Period 4 opens on January 1, 2023
- Reporting Period 5 opens on July 1, 2023
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THERE'S STILL TIME TO VOTE! AHCA/NCAL's Mark Parkinson a Finalist for Modern Healthcare's Most Influential People
Modern Healthcare recently published the finalists for its annual listing of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare.
Among this year's list of finalists includes AHCA/NCAL's Mark Parkinson. He has received this recognition in previous years which continues to elevate the voice of AHCA/NCAL.
Voting is open to the public and members are encouraged to vote before the deadline on September 27, 2022.
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Clinical Update from KHCA Consultant Linda Farrar
Have you considered changes to your “Trauma Informed” processes based on the new revisions to Appendix PP? If not, and you have any questions about meeting the regulation, it would be a good time to start considerations. Let’s start with the inclusion of Trauma-Informed Care in the Comprehensive Care Plan regulation. Implementation of trauma-informed care approaches is an essential part of the care plan, and of course, care plan inclusion starts with assessment(s). And those assessments must start early in the resident’s stay. Some basic, simple history of trauma questions could be included in your admission assessment, understanding you will learn more about the resident’s history after developing relationships with the resident over time. Your staff MUST be trained to understand that the first intervention is always to avoid re-traumatization…always. READ MORE
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KDHE/DHCF Trainings - First week of October In-Person transition to Virtual
The KDHE-DHCF Medicaid training team has made the decision to transition all ESOB in-person trainings to virtual trainings via Zoom.
Please note that all participants who were previously registered for the ESOB in-person trainings will still hold their previous registration, if desired, and will be able to attend training(s) virtually.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
Have a wonderful day,
KDHE/DHCF Medicaid Training Team
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Elder Justice Act, SNF Resident Rights & AL Resident Rights Posters
Do you need an Elder Justice Act or Resident Rights Poster for your Facility? We’re here for you. $15 for one, $25 for two or $35 for three. E-mail Kristin Plantz your needs!
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CMS Call on Emergency Preparedness on September 27
CMS is hosting a virtual listening session with individual health care staff on emergency preparedness on Tuesday, September 27 at 12 PM Central. Space is limited so registration should be limited to those who plan to provide input and the number of registrants per organization should be limited.
CMS is looking to gather information from individual health care staff on emergency preparedness. The input and lessons-learned from this session will be used to evaluate CMS regulations regarding emergency preparedness for certain health care providers.
Prior to the call, attendees are encouraged to review the following rules as background:
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The Long Term Care Survey manual, Phase 3 is now available for pre-order!
Order your copy today for October delivery.*
Phase 3 of The Long Term Care Survey manual includes all the updates from CMS' three-phase implementation.
Survey guidance for Phase 3 was released in June 2022. Surveyors will begin using this guidance on October 24, 2022.
Save money by ordering through KHCA!
Learn more about updates to this important resource and place your order today! E-mail Jennafer Sumner with desired quantity.
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Webinar: Unpacking the RoP Interpretive Guidance: LTC Implementation Essentials Session 4:QAPI, Infection Control; Physical Environment Requirements
9/29/2022 1:30PM-3:00PM
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Webinar: Survey Top 10 Citation Series - Survey Success! #9 Top Citation: F686 Treatment/Services to Prevent/Heal Pressure Ulcer
10/4/2022 1:30PM-2:30PM
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Webinar: Unpacking the RoP Interpretive Guidance: LTC Implementation Essentials Session 5: Compliance & Ethics; Training Requirements; Psychosocial Outcome Severity Guide Requirements
10/6/2022 1:30PM-3:00PM
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Webinar: The Proficient Infection Preventionist Series: Expert Outbreak Management for the Infection Preventionist
10/18/2022 1:30PM-2:30PM
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Virtual Adult Care Home Operators Course
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS OCTOBER 12, 2022
10/19/2022 - 11/1/2022
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Looking for options for required Staff In-Service?
KHCA’s online learning platform is BACK! We’ve loaded the in-services for SNF and for AL first. Many more education sessions to come.
Questions about education can be directed to Polly Berkley VP of Operations and Education.
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Kansas Health Care Association and the Kansas Center for Assisted Living
1100 SW Gage Blvd. | PO Box 4770 | Topeka, KS 66604
PH: 785-267-6003 FAX: 785-267-0833
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