FSSA UPDATE
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the OMPP will be POSTPONING all on-site compliance reviews and Minimum Data Set (MDS) reviews scheduled in and after the month of March 2020 - UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE . This will apply to all our long term care providers, nursing facilities and group homes. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Derris.Harrison@fssa.IN.gov. Read the full notice here.

LeadingAge National Updates
LeadingAge National continues to track and push for additional liability protections at the federal levels. For example, LeadingAge National joined sent this letter to Senate Majority Leader McConnell this week, and will be joining another letter from the Chamber of Commerce asking for broad protections for all businesses that will go out this week.
 
OSHA Adopts Revised Enforcement Policies for COVID-19
ISDH Updates
ISDH Newsletter - Issue 2020-36 05/19/2020
  • Forwards CMS Update – QSO-20-30-NH – Nursing Home Reopening Recommendations for State and Local Officials. This newsletter does not contain additional guidance from ISDH. LeadingAge Indiana will continue to work with ISDH as it refines this general guidance for Indiana specific facilities. See also - CMS issued an FAQ on these recommendations.
  • Be Well Indiana Resources – this initiative targets resources aimed at managing the mental health of Hoosiers as we all work through the COVID-19 pandemic. 
Total positive cases: 29,274
Total deaths: 1716
Total tested: 195,738
In the May installment of Monthly Compliance Update, Becky Bartle reviews citations from March 2020.
CEU Info: This course may qualify for up to 2.5 CEUs.
6/17/2020 » 6/18/2020
This two-webinar series will discuss the process of establishing Restorative Nursing Programs for your elders, how to handle therapy referrals to RNPs, and periodic monitoring and adjustments. We will provide resources and best practice scenarios for your Restorative Program!
Healthcare professionals throughout the state have been busy maintaining new regulations, safety measures and restrictions brought on by the COVID-19 virus. While our communities are busy protecting our most vulnerable seniors, they too have been reinventing the supportive care those living with dementia need. But how do we keep our individuals living with dementia safe, connected, and engaged during this critical time?
CEU Info: This full-day course qualifies for up to 3.5 CEUs.
6/24/2020 » 6/26/2020
This 3-webinar series is designed for those new to the MDS who need a basic understanding of the manual and assessments. It is designed to provide instructions on the most current CMS guidelines. The course will address timing and scheduling of assessments and an overview of each section from Chapter 3. It will also include pertinent updates and changes, as it is imperative that staff completing the MDS understand the guidelines and regulations.
Reimbursement Webinar Series -
Details Coming Soon!
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