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The American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing (AAPACN®) represents more than 20,000 post-acute care nurses and professionals working in more than 7,200 facilities. Dedicated to supporting PAC nurses and healthcare professionals in providing quality care, AAPACN offers members best in-class education, certification, resources, and strong collaborative communities.
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- Ethics in MDS Coding: Reimbursement and Quality Measures
In long-term care, the Minimum Data Set (MDS) ensures appropriate care planning, accurate reimbursement, and quality measurement while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. However, MDS coding may pose … - MDS Falsification: How MDS Coding Could Bring an OIG Referral During Survey
“MDS coding accuracy is important” is not a revolutionary new concept for any nurse assessment coordinator (NAC), says Carol Maher, RN-BC, RAC-MTA, RAC-MT, RAC-CTA, RAC-CT, CPC, director of education for … - Appendix PP Revisions: How to Create a Workable Game Plan
A quick review of the draft revised surveyor guidance in Quality, Safety, and Oversight (QSO) memo QSO-25-14-NH that goes into effect on April 28, 2025, may initially concern the director … - Draft Appendix PP Revisions: A REVISED Overview
On April 28, 2025, new and revised surveyor guidance, as well as revised critical element pathways, will go into effect during survey, according to the March 10, 2025 Quality, Safety, …
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- COVID-19 Vaccine “Up to Date” Guidance Tracker
- Past Noncompliance Corrective Action Template
- MDS 3.0 Quality Measure Assessment Selection Methods
- Admission Checklist: Seed to Success
- Five-Star and Care Compare MDS 3.0 Quality Measure Data Periods
- Mock Substance Overdose Toolkit
- Beneficiary Notice Guidelines Tool
- At-a-Glance QM, QRP, and VBP Tool
- OBRA Scheduling Tools for Calendar Year 2025
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