Webinar: 2018 Update: Trending K-Tags with the 2012 Life Safety Code Adoption
During this session, we’ll review learnings, highlight trends and identify resources to better prepare for your next survey window.
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CMS Emergency Preparedness Regulations: What You Should Already Know
In November of 2017, new regulations from CMS in relation to Emergency Preparedness went into effect. With the help of Ray Miller, Direct Supply’s Director of Risk & Safety Solutions, we’ll provide a general overview of what you should know and be ready for.
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Can Alarms Be Used in a Fall Prevention Plan with F689?
As more and more regulation changes become reality, care providers need to be extra vigilant about their impacts on care and fall prevention plans. One important area relates to the use of alarms, specifically around F689.
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Addressing F-Tag 909: Same Bed Entrapment Guidelines, But New Enforcement!
Even though no new measurements or zones have been added to the Entrapment Guidelines (set by the FDA and the Hospital Bed Safety Workgroup) since 2007, that doesn’t mean there’s nothing new surrounding bed entrapment. CMS has created F-Tags 700 and 909 pertaining to use of bedrails and regular inspection of the bed system.
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Bedrails and Mattresses: What are Considered Restraints Under F604
With the implementation of Phase II of the Requirements of Participation in late November 2017, many Long Term Care providers are concerned about what types of products may or may not now be considered a physical restraint, specifically in reference to F604; 483.10 (e)(1).
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